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Technology for Optical Co-Packaging
A practical approach is to use optical transceiver submodules and to attach them onto the package substrate by soldering is discussed in this paper.
Technical Paper
Process-Reliability Relationships of Low-Temperature Solders and ECAs
This paper studies the process-performance-reliability relationships for Sn-Bi-Ag and Sn-In solders on additively printed copper metallization.
Technical Paper
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Summit-Interconnect

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Partner with the industry leader. Summit is trusted and proven, with 7 integrated facilities to load capacity—from fast-turn prototypes to scalable production requirements.
Summit Interconnect
Dissolution Rate of Specific Elements in SAC305 Solder
This paper describes the approach for measuring the solder dissolution that can be used to optimize soldering process profiles for electronic assemblies.
Technical Paper
How Long Solder Paste Can Be Left On a Stencil Without Activity
How long can we leave solder paste on a stencil without any activity? If activity means not printing, then we are talking about a pause or abandoned time.
Board Talk
Intrusive Soldering vs. Wave Solder
We are wave soldering with top and bottom side preheat. Would a pin in paste, or intrusive soldering, be a better option than wave soldering? The Assembly Brothers, Phil Zarrow and Jim Hall, address this question.
Board Talk
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DL-Technology

Start Micro Dispensing Today
The DL Micro Valve is specifically designed for dispensing micro volumes of material in precise, repeatable patterns. Learn more about the DL Micro Valve.
DL Technology
Improved Process Yield with Dynamic "real-time" Dual Head Dispensing
This paper examines proven methods to determine the dot/line positional accuracy along with mass flow rate for both heads during synchronous dispensing.
Technical Paper
Thermal Cycling Dwell Time on Reliability of Pb-free Solder Alloys
This paper presents the initial results from an experimental program designed to compare thermal cycling results for high-performance solder alloys.
Technical Paper
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SEHO

You need clear soldering results?
The SEHO PowerVision AOI system is for fast, automated optical inspection. Designed for THT processes & focusses on 2 points: Continuous quality assurance & cost-efficient production processes.
SEHO Systems GmbH
75% IPA/25% DI Extraction Solution on No-Clean Flux Residues
This study is broken into two parts, first a review of the solubility of some critical ions in different ratios of IPA/DI and at different temperatures.
Technical Paper
Component Pressure Exposure Validation in An Inline Wash System
The purpose of this research is to measure what circuit cards and parts on those assemblies are exposed to during the wash and rinse process of inline cleaning.
Technical Paper
Limits for HASL with Complex Products
What are the limits for the future with more complex products? HASL and the actual HASL process, hot air solder leveling, has been with us since the mid-70s.
Board Talk
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BEST-Inc.

Optimizing BGA Rework: Challenges, Techniques and Quality Control
The complexity of BGA packages introduces challenges during rework requiring innovative methods and inspection practices to ensure performance and reliability. Read more.
BEST Inc.
Copper Electrodeposition By Hydrogen Evolution Assisted Electroplacing
A technique called hydrogen evolution assisted electroplating, has shown enhancement to the deposition rate of copper compared to galvanostatic conventional electroplating methods.
Technical Paper
Value-Driven CFX Case Studies Supporting Smart Manufacturing
In this paper, two diverse examples are discussed, illustrating how the adoption of the Connected Factory Exchange (CFX) standard is changing manufacturing.
Technical Paper
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AI-Technology-Inc

AEC Grade-0 and MSL Level-1 Conductive Paste & Film Adhesives
240° Tg and ultra-high thermal stability for AEC Grade-0 applications. Proven rapid and snap curing die-attach paste for ultimate productivity.
AI Technology, Inc.
Requirements for the Filler Material Solder Paste for Different Technologies
To date, filler materials based on solder pastes have been qualified for the respective technologies to meet the respective requirements. The article is intended to show which important requirements are necessary for the respective evaluation.
Technical Paper
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Rehm-Thermal-Systems-GmbH

"Flying" SMD Components
This paper deals with the fundamentals of heat transfer and the test procedures show how the SOD323 can be processed given a suitable selection of solder paste and oven settings. Read more.
Rehm Thermal Systems
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kyzen

How pH Cleaning Agents Affect Production Performance
Establishing a reliable cleaning process requires a good understanding of all influencing factors, including pH, and defining the correct balance to meet final product reliability.
KYZEN
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