Samsung Electro-Mechanics
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UnclaimedA Samsung Group electronic-components manufacturer specializing in multilayer ceramic capacitors, semiconductor substrates, camera modules, and related modules.
Last updated August 31, 2026
Overview
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is a South Korean electronic-components manufacturer and a Samsung Group subsidiary headquartered in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province. The company supplies components and modules used across mobile devices, telecommunications equipment, computers, automotive electronics, and other technology products. Its portfolio combines passive electronic components with semiconductor packaging substrates, printed circuit boards, and specialized communications hardware. The company was established in 1973 under the name Samsung Sanyo Parts. It changed its name to Samsung Electric Parts in 1974, became Samsung Electronics Parts in 1977, and adopted the name Samsung Electro-Mechanics in 1987. These changes reflect the business's development from a parts operation into a broader electronic-components manufacturer within the Samsung organization. Samsung Electro-Mechanics is particularly associated with multilayer ceramic capacitors, commonly known as MLCCs. MLCCs are compact passive components that store and regulate electrical energy in electronic circuits. They are used in high volumes in smartphones, computers, network equipment, vehicles, and industrial electronics. The company also manufactures chip resistors and inductors, which perform complementary functions in circuit control, filtering, and power management. Together, these products form the company's principal passive-component business. Another major area is semiconductor and package-substrate manufacturing. Samsung Electro-Mechanics produces organic integrated-circuit substrates and related semiconductor substrates used to connect and package semiconductor devices. It also develops rigid-flex printed circuit boards and other board technologies for compact and high-density electronic equipment. These products support the continuing integration of more computing and communications functionality into smaller devices. The company additionally produces camera modules and network modules. Camera modules are supplied for devices requiring imaging functionality, while network modules support communications hardware and connected products. The business therefore occupies a position between upstream component manufacturing and the specialized module supply chain, serving original-equipment manufacturers and technology companies rather than primarily selling finished consumer products under its own retail brand. Samsung Electro-Mechanics operates manufacturing and development activities in South Korea and overseas. Its South Korean facilities include locations in Suwon, Sejong, and Busan, while international production has included facilities in Calamba, Laguna, in the Philippines, and Thailand. The company also previously operated a facility in Tianjin, China, according to the referenced company history. Its global footprint allows it to serve electronics supply chains in Asia and other international markets. Within the Samsung Group, Samsung Electro-Mechanics is distinct from Samsung Electronics. Samsung Electronics is primarily known for finished devices, semiconductors, displays, and consumer and enterprise electronics, whereas Samsung Electro-Mechanics concentrates on component technologies and modules. Its competitive positioning is based on manufacturing scale, process engineering, miniaturization, reliability, and the ability to supply components for demanding high-volume applications. The company has also reported environmental and social initiatives, including recognition connected with carbon disclosure and energy efficiency, as well as medical-support and music programs for people with disabilities.
History
Samsung Electro-Mechanics began in 1973 as Samsung Sanyo Parts, a Samsung-affiliated operation established to manufacture electronic parts. The business was created during a period when South Korea was expanding its domestic electronics and industrial manufacturing capabilities. Its early identity was reflected in the Samsung Sanyo Parts name, indicating its relationship with the Samsung organization and its initial parts-oriented role. In 1974, the company became Samsung Electric Parts. The new name placed greater emphasis on electrical-component manufacturing and marked an early step in the development of a distinct Samsung parts business. In 1977, it was renamed Samsung Electronics Parts, aligning the operation more closely with the Samsung electronics organization as the group's technology and manufacturing activities expanded. The company adopted the name Samsung Electro-Mechanics in 1987. The change represented a broader technical scope than the earlier electrical-parts names. Over time, the business developed capabilities across passive components, circuit boards, semiconductor substrates, and electronic modules rather than remaining focused on a narrow range of parts. Passive components became a central part of the company's business. Samsung Electro-Mechanics manufactures MLCCs, chip resistors, and inductors. These components are essential building blocks in electronic circuits and are consumed in large quantities by manufacturers of mobile devices, computers, communications infrastructure, automotive systems, and industrial equipment. MLCC production in particular requires precision materials, multilayer processing, miniaturization, and high-volume quality control. The company subsequently broadened its activities into semiconductor packaging and interconnection technologies. Its products include organic IC substrates, other semiconductor substrates, and rigid-flex printed circuit boards. These technologies allow semiconductor packages and compact electronic assemblies to connect with surrounding circuitry while meeting increasingly demanding requirements for density, signal integrity, power handling, and form factor. Samsung Electro-Mechanics also established businesses in specialized modules. Camera modules extended the company into imaging hardware for mobile and other electronic products, while network modules addressed communications-related applications. This combination of passive components, substrates, boards, and modules gave the company a broad role in the electronics supply chain and reduced its identity as a single-product manufacturer. The company is headquartered in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, and has manufacturing operations in several South Korean locations, including Sejong and Busan. Its international production network has included Calamba in Laguna, Philippines, and Thailand. A Tianjin, China facility was also part of its manufacturing footprint at an earlier stage. These locations support production and supply-chain access across the Asian electronics manufacturing region. As a Samsung Group subsidiary, Samsung Electro-Mechanics operates alongside but separately from Samsung Electronics. Its principal role is supplying components and modules to electronics manufacturers and system businesses. The company's historical development therefore follows the broader movement of electronics manufacturing toward smaller components, higher circuit density, more advanced semiconductor packaging, and the growing incorporation of imaging and connectivity functions into products. The company has also reported environmental and community activities. It received recognition from the Carbon Disclosure Project Korea Committee during 2014–2016. Choi Chi-joon, identified in the reference material as a Samsung Electro-Mechanics chief executive, received a Silver Tower Industry Medal at South Korea's 34th Energy-Saving Promotion conference for contributions to energy efficiency and efforts related to the power-supply crisis. The company has further described outreach programs involving medical support and music initiatives for people with disabilities. Current governance information cited in the reference material describes a board with inside and independent directors and committees covering compensation, management, audit, independent-director nominations, internal transactions, and ESG matters.
- 2014
Recognition in carbon disclosure
[1]The company received recognition from the Carbon Disclosure Project Korea Committee, with recognition reported across the 2014–2016 period.
- 1987
Adopted the Samsung Electro-Mechanics name
[1]The company took its current name, reflecting a broader electronic and electromechanical component business.
- 1977
Renamed Samsung Electronics Parts
[1]The business adopted the name Samsung Electronics Parts, aligning it more closely with Samsung's expanding electronics organization.
- 1974
Renamed Samsung Electric Parts
[1]The company changed its name to Samsung Electric Parts as it developed its electrical-component manufacturing identity.
- 1973
Company established as Samsung Sanyo Parts
[1]The Samsung-affiliated electronic-parts business was established under the name Samsung Sanyo Parts.
Products and positioning
A high-end, technology-focused electronic-components supplier serving mobile, communications, computing, automotive, and industrial electronics manufacturers.
Passive electronic components
Multilayer ceramic capacitors
MLCCs are compact passive components that store and regulate electrical energy in circuits. Samsung Electro-Mechanics manufactures them for high-volume applications including smartphones, computers, telecommunications equipment, automotive electronics, and industrial systems. Their use requires precise ceramic materials, multilayer fabrication, miniaturization, and consistent electrical performance.
Passive electronic components
Chip resistors and inductors
Chip resistors control current and voltage within electronic circuits, while inductors support filtering, energy storage, and power-management functions. Samsung Electro-Mechanics produces these components as part of its passive-component portfolio, supplying the compact surface-mount parts used throughout mobile, computing, communications, automotive, and industrial electronics.
Semiconductor packaging
Semiconductor package substrates
The company produces organic integrated-circuit substrates and other semiconductor substrates used to connect and package semiconductor devices. These products support high-density interconnection and are designed for applications where compact dimensions, electrical performance, and reliable package integration are important.
Printed circuit boards
Rigid-flex printed circuit boards
Rigid-flex boards combine rigid and flexible circuit sections to support compact electronic assemblies and complex mechanical layouts. Samsung Electro-Mechanics includes this technology within its board and interconnection activities, serving equipment that requires high-density wiring and greater packaging flexibility.
Electronic modules
Camera modules
Camera modules integrate imaging-related hardware into an assembly suitable for electronic products. Samsung Electro-Mechanics develops and manufactures camera modules for mobile and other technology applications, extending its business from discrete components into specialized system modules.
Communications modules
Network modules
Network modules provide hardware functionality for communications equipment and connected electronic products. They complement the company's passive components, substrates, and camera modules and give Samsung Electro-Mechanics a presence in specialized connectivity hardware.
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