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Paper covers misidentification of tin/copper intermetallic structures as tin whiskers and soldering details during root cause analysis. Channel: Contamination, Defects, Whiskers
Can very low humidity effect solderability of PCB assemblies. Are there other concerns when working in very low humidity? Channel: Soldering, Selective, Wave
This paper discusses the strategy and methodology for selecting a good lead-free solder paste material for volume manufacturing uses. Channel: Solders, Fluxes, Pastes
We are having problems with epoxy bonding to RoHS boards. Is there something about RoHS boards that make them more difficult to bond? Channel: Adhesives, Coating, Dispensing
Paper discusses best practice for lead-free HASL lines and the properties expected with a properly applied HASL finish. Channel: PC Fab, Board Design, Laminates
Study compares material compatibility and cleaning effectiveness of pH-neutral and alkaline technologies at low operating concentrations. Channel: Cleaning, Washing, Solvents
Paper covers evaluation of cleaning effectiveness of chemistries in removing flux residues from beneath low standoff height components. Channel: Cleaning, Washing, Solvents
Sunstone Circuits, has released the newest version of their design software, PCB123. Bottom line, the design process just got easier. Sunstone Circuits
Components encapsulated in plastic or organic compounds are susceptible to moisture damage. So are PCBs, all can cause early field failures. Control MSDs per IPC J-Std-033b.1 and 1601. Super Dry®
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The FX3 is a new high-speed modular chip-shooter delivering cutting edge technology combining speed, performance and high-uptime. Juki Automation Systems