Package-on-Package Transport (4/5)
Keep in mind that the stack of components that have just been assembled are vulnerable to misalignment and oxidation. We have done some work up-front ...
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Package-on-Package Placement (3/5)
Stacking Package-on-Package components is one of the easiest parts of the assembly process. Although each Package-on-Package solder paste and Package-...
Package-on-Package Component Dipping (2/5)
Before even thinking of dipping a component, you had better verify that your paste or flux is 1) the proper thickness and 2) uniform across the surfac...
A Method to Attach Indium Interfaces over Large Surface Areas
In a past entry, I discussed the characteristic formation of surface oxides on indium and the various methods by which to remove these to achieve a so...
Do LEDs need pure metal thermal interface materials?
Simply stated, YES. In effort to stay on top of industry technology I spend as much time as I can afford attempting to learn about the current thermal...
Solder Paste Squeegee Hang-Up
I just returned from a business trip and encountered a common problem, solder paste squeegee hang up. But like nearly all of the cases I’ve seen...
Package-on-Package Paste Leveling (1/5)
This is the first of a series of entries dealing with tips for Package-on-Package assembly. A logical place to begin is material deposition. It is imp...
More B2B Viral Elfing
I recently posted on a cool site that has gone wildly viral. "Wildly" = >110,000,000 interactions. Not too shabby. A friend just ...
Beginner X-sectioning Tips
Even if you only x-section every now and then, it is easy to develop bad habits. Here are some quick tips to help the novice x-section preparer: 1) Po...
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Indium Corporation manufactures a wide array of assembly materials. One of the arenas we are involved in is SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC assembly materials. Whe...
We’re a Lot Closer When You Call
E-mail is easy, and helps clarify requests and information, however talking directly with a Technical Support Engineer or Application Engineer allows ...