Phoenix, AZ (January 29, 2019) — Master Electronics and Samtec announce a new strategic partnership.  Master Electronics, known for their commitment to IP&E distribution, adds well-known leader, Samtec, to their line card.  Master and Samtec espouse similar values when it comes to employee relations, customer service, philanthropic responsibility and global reach.  The Samtec product line adds breadth and design flexibility to Master’s already strong IP&E offering.

Riad Nizam, President of Master Electronics, explains. “Master is thrilled to be partnering with industry leader and innovator, Samtec.  Samtec won’t be just another connector company on our line card. Samtec puts people first with a commitment to exceptional service, quality products, and convenient design tools.   Samtec’s products fit beautifully into our committed IP&E focus and their track record of accumulating service awards and new product development is impressive!  We take this partnership opportunity seriously and will exchange best practices across our ranks.”

Samtec’s Strategic Marketing Director Ashley Quinlan concludes, "We're excited to be part of Master's unique approach to problem solving and empowering customers to search, find, and buy the right Samtec product for their application.”

About Master Electronics

Headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, Master Electronics is a leading authorized distributor of electronic components dedicated to stocking breadth of part numbers. Founded in 1967, Master Electronics has been supplying top quality components for industrial, military, medical, aerospace and consumer applications. www.masterelectronics.com

About Samtec

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $822MM global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including IC-to-Board and IC Packaging, High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away and all interconnect points in between. With 33 locations in 18 different countries, Samtec’s global presence enables its unmatched customer service. www.samtec.com