Ask for the same part in Korea, Japan, China and Europe and you can receive four very different lead times. The reasons are rarely mysterious.
Where the differences come from
- Stock location: some makers hold regional stock, others ship everything from one central warehouse.
- Production: parts made to order depend on the factory's schedule, which can vary by region and licensee.
- Distribution: an authorised dealer, a stockist and a factory each hold different inventory.
- Equipment origin: parts for Japanese and Korean built equipment are often easier to find close to where it was made.
Comparing regions before ordering shows the real options. We check suppliers in Korea, Japan, China and Europe and show lead time and origin on every line.