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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
Technologies and Standards to Realize Smart Manufacturing
The future of manufacturing in the Electronics Industry is dependent on the ability to develop and deploy technology platforms to realize Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0.
Technical Paper
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AI-Technology-Inc

Reflow Solderable TIM1 Thermal Grease
AIT's CGR7016 & CGR7019-LB series are proven reliable for thermal interface usage at extreme temperatures. 100% chip to heat-spreader lid seal after multiple reflow soldering.
AI Technology, Inc.
How To Prevent Mid-chip Solder Balls?
Is there a mathematical calculation that can be used to predict solder balling for a given package size?
Board Talk
In-Line Testing of Highly Panelized PCBAs with Parallel Functional Test
The manufacturing process challenges faced by electronics manufactures producing large panels of small boards is discussed.
Technical Paper
A Method to Investigate PCB Supplier Rework Processes and Best Practices
This paper investigates PCB supplier rework processes, including identifying rework procedures that have potential implications to PCB functionality.
Technical Paper
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Ormet-TLPS

AIT ORMET® TLPS for Proven Reliability
AIT ORMET® TLPS is proven for outstanding reliability for High and Ultra High-Density Interconnection and high temperature build-up Layer Interconnection beyond 175°C
Ormet® TLPS
Fill the Void
Several methods of minimizing voids are presented. Printing solder paste with gas escape routes is an excellent way to reduce voiding.
Technical Paper
Artificial Intelligence in Improving Automated Optical Inspection
After reviewing the four AI use cases presented in this paper, it is very apparent the overwhelming benefit AI can have with our AOI process and programs.
Technical Paper
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Intraratio-Corporation

Discover Real Operational Strategies from Proven Global Leaders
In this 4-part series we asked three experienced global leaders for their insights on the biggest challenges faced by manufacturing operations today. No Registration required.
Intraratio
The Best Storage Method to Protect Against Corrosion
Which storage method will better protect against corrosion, nitrogen or super dry? You want to do it in compliance with IPC 1602, which covers storage and handling of circuit boards.
Board Talk
Risks Using Flux Only for Soldering BGAs
What are the risks using flux only versus solder paste for placing BGAs in a hybrid lead-free environment? Why would you only use flux, why not solder paste?
Board Talk
Board Level Reliability of Large Body Size WlCSP for Automotive Applications
This paper will outline the board-level assembly development and reliability that was undertaken to demonstrate this WLCSP could meet the demands of automotive.
Technical Paper
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Circuit-Technology-Center

A Safer Approach to Underfilled BGA Removal
Traditional heat-based removal methods can damage circuit boards and compromise reliability. Learn how cold precision milling helps eliminate risks.
Circuit Technology Center
Engineered Cleaning Agent Study Rinsing under Low Profile Components
This research studies rinsing effects as a function of loading and cleaning agent design. A type of sensor for non-ionic organic compounds will be used.
Technical Paper
Conformal Coating Testing in Various Test Environments
This paper compared these three environments in terms of how well they characterize conformal coatings.
Technical Paper
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Zestron

Master Cleaning Challenges with ZESTRON Whitepapers
Access expert insights into cleaning processes, residue monitoring and coating performance to enhance reliability. Find out more.
ZESTRON Europe
Performance Comparison: Liquid and Pad Thermal Interface Material
This study tested the hypothesis that a liquid TIM with the same effective thermal conductivity as a gap pad will have lower thermal resistance in application due to its ability to wet out the interface better than a solid pad. Also hypothesize here, bondline thickness has a significant effect over total thermal resistance.
Technical Paper
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kyzen

The "Fried Egg" Effect in Soldering
Burnt-on flux residue that is visible on the solder mask of PCBs after improper reflow settings produces significant challenges to the reliability of finished boards.
KYZEN
SEHO
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ECD

Vapor Phase Profiling
Thermal profiling the vapor phase soldering process – especially those with vacuum – is challenging. ECD's M-VP™ sealed barrier can take it. Learn more.
ECD
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