American Electronic Components, Inc.
Automation systems, electrical systems
Company Overview and Background
Solsta operates as a world-leading electronic component distributor, serving as a catalyst for technological innovation across the UK and Europe. The company is the new business name for Pacer USA LLC, with its parent company, Solid State Supplies Ltd (part of Solid State plc), now trading under the Solsta brand. As a technical, franchised electronic component supplier, Solsta is accredited to the AS9120 International Aerospace standard for its Quality Management System, and its design and manufacturing facilities hold AS9100 accreditation, ensuring high standards for its diverse client base.
Products and Services
Solsta provides a comprehensive range of high-quality display components, including monitors, panels, and signage, alongside power components. These offerings cater to the Commercial, Retail, Industrial, and Military/Hi-Rel markets. A key area of expertise is its Sourcing & Obsolescence Solutions, which includes a specialist business unit dedicated to finding obsolete and hard-to-find electronic components, particularly for Military and Hi-Rel applications, employing advanced anti-counterfeit detection methods. Additionally, Solsta offers sourcing for commercial and industrial hard-to-source parts, even from non-franchised suppliers.
Beyond distribution, Solsta acts as a Design and Manufacture Partner, notably for customers utilizing Microchip's SoC devices. Its capabilities span mechanics, electronics, thermal and stress simulation, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) techniques. This includes end-to-end solutions for optoelectronics, sensing, and custom display assemblies, guiding projects from concept through design, prototyping, and full production. The company provides a bake and seal service, tape and reeling, and firmware version locking to ensure production-ready components. Specialized services also include 4G/5G Router Configuration and consultancy, along with Custom Gapped and Machined Ferrite Cores via its Gateway Machine Shop.
Technological Solutions and Industry Recognition
Solsta supports the evolving 'connected' world by offering comprehensive Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, encompassing both hardware and software, with end-to-end services from device management to data insights. The company distributes advanced products from partners like Excelitas, including various Single Photon Counting Modules (e.g., SPCM-NIR with >73% PDE) and APD Preamplifier Modules (C30659 Series with 400-1700nm spectral response), as well as Inseego's 5G mobile hotspots and indoor routers (e.g., Wavemaker Pro FG2000e supporting up to 128 devices with Wi-Fi 6). Solsta's commitment to excellence was recognized with a 'Partner 2 Win' Silver Tier Supplier Award from BAE Systems for its contributions to supply chain success.
