Both Press-Fit and SKEDD technology are connected directly with the circuit board without using a mating connector. However, there are major key differentiators from SKEDD technology over Press-Fit. Press-Fit technology with solid pins means pressing a solid pin into the PCB. As a result, a high friction between pin and plated through-hole generates a homogenous cold-welding. The result is a very strong mechanical connection between pin and circuit board. During this press-in process, the plated through-hole gets deformed and removing the solid pin breaks off this connection. While using Press-Fit technology with flexible pins, the plated through-hole remains intact but the pin itself gets deformed. Removing the flexible pin is possible since the mechanical connection is not as strong as the connection with a solid pin, but the part itself is damaged and can’t be used a second time. Direct plug-in technology with SKEDD contacts means no deformation of contact or VIA (Vertical Interconnect Access). Both mating partner and contact remain intact since the geometry of the SKEDD contact fits the hole in the circuit board in a way that no plastic deformation can occur.