Effect of Solder Joint Arrangements on BGA Lead-Free Reliability During Cooling Stage of Reflow Soldering Process

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (12) ◽  
pp. 2098-2107 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chun-Sean Lau ◽  
Mohd Zulkifly Abdullah ◽  
Fakhrozi Che Ani
Keyword(s):  
Solder Joint ◽  
Lead Free ◽  
Reflow Soldering ◽  
Cooling Stage ◽  
Soldering Process

Influence of Reflow Soldering Process Parameters on the Lead-Free Reflow Profile

2013 ◽  
Vol 690-693 ◽  
pp. 2578-2582
Author(s):  
Wan Lei Liang ◽  
Xiao Dan Guan ◽  
Peng Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Process Parameters ◽  
Influential Factors ◽  
Lead Free ◽  
Heating Zone ◽  
Reflow Time ◽  
Reflow Soldering ◽  
Soldering Process ◽  
Key Indicators ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Set Value

Reflow soldering process parameters have distinct effect on the lead-free reflow profile and its key indicators. To determine the relationship between reflow soldering process parameters and lead-free reflow profile is significant for obtaining the correct reflow profile. The result of orthogonal experimental shows that the most influential factors of the change rate of heat-up RS are conveyor speed S, temperature set value of the heating zone 1 T1 and the temperature set value of heating zone 2 T2 in sequence; the most influential factors of the soaking time TS are conveyor speed S, the temperature set value of heating zone 4 T4 and the temperature set value of heating zone 2 T2 in sequence; the most influential factors of the reflow peak temperature PT are conveyor speed S, the temperature set value of heating zone 7 T7 and the temperature set value of heating zone 6 T6 in sequence; the most influential factors of the reflow time TAL are conveyor speed S and the temperature set value of heating zone 6 T6 in sequence.

Analysis and Optimization for Lead-Free Reflow Soldering Process Parameters of SMA Based on 6 σ Method

2014 ◽  
Vol 602-605 ◽  
pp. 180-184
Author(s):  
Xuan Jun Dai ◽  
Hong Yan Huang
Keyword(s):  
Process Parameters ◽  
Lead Free ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Reflow Soldering ◽  
Soldering Process ◽  
Hot Air

The reflow soldering process under infrared hot air environment was simulated based on a typical BGA SMA and a twelve-zone reflow oven. Then the optimal soldering process parameters were obtained based on 6σ analysis method and related software. The results could be used to direct the lead-free soldering process parameters setting, and the soldering quality was ensured effectively.

Thermo-mechanical challenges of reflowed lead-free solder joints in surface mount components: a review

2016 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 41-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chun Sean Lau ◽  
C.Y. Khor ◽  
D. Soares ◽  
J.C. Teixeira ◽  
M.Z. Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Solder Joints ◽  
Simulation Modelling ◽  
Lead Free ◽  
Lead Free Solder ◽  
Reflow Process ◽  
Reflow Soldering ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Surface Mount ◽  
Soldering Process ◽  
Free Solder

Purpose The purpose of the present study was to review the thermo-mechanical challenges of reflowed lead-free solder joints in surface mount components (SMCs). The topics of the review include challenges in modelling of the reflow soldering process, optimization and the future challenges in the reflow soldering process. Besides, the numerical approach of lead-free solder reliability is also discussed. Design/methodology/approach Lead-free reflow soldering is one of the most significant processes in the development of surface mount technology, especially toward the miniaturization of the advanced SMCs package. The challenges lead to more complex thermal responses when the PCB assembly passes through the reflow oven. The virtual modelling tools facilitate the modelling and simulation of the lead-free reflow process, which provide more data and clear visualization on the particular process. Findings With the growing trend of computer power and software capability, the multidisciplinary simulation, such as the temperature and thermal stress of lead-free SMCs, under the influenced of a specific process atmosphere can be provided. A simulation modelling technique for the thermal response and flow field prediction of a reflow process is cost-effective and has greatly helped the engineer to eliminate guesswork. Besides, simulated-based optimization methods of the reflow process have gained popularity because of them being economical and have reduced time-consumption, and these provide more information compared to the experimental hardware. The advantages and disadvantages of the simulation modelling in the reflow soldering process are also briefly discussed. Practical implications This literature review provides the engineers and researchers with a profound understanding of the thermo-mechanical challenges of reflowed lead-free solder joints in SMCs and the challenges of simulation modelling in the reflow process. Originality/value The unique challenges in solder joint reliability, and direction of future research in reflow process were identified to clarify the solutions to solve lead-free reliability issues in the electronics manufacturing industry.

scholarly journals Comparison between SAC405 Lead-Free Solders and EN(P)EPIG and EN(B)EPIG Surface Finishes

2015 ◽  
Vol 773-774 ◽  
pp. 232-236 ◽  
Author(s):  
Osman Saliza Azlina ◽  
Ali Ourdjini ◽  
Mohd Halim Irwan Ibrahim
Keyword(s):  
Isothermal Aging ◽  
Optical Microscope ◽  
Hazardous Substances ◽  
Lead Free ◽  
Grain Size Analysis ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Reflow Soldering ◽  
Soldering Process ◽  
Surface Finishes ◽  
Lead Free Solders

In electronics industries, most of them had to shifted their solder materials from leaded solders into lead-free solders due to the environmental concerns and follow the legislation of Restriction of use Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Thus, Sn-Ag-Cu solder is one of the choices that can replace the leaded solder and also offer better properties. This study investigates the comparison between Sn-4.0Ag-0.5Cu (SAC405) and EN(P)EPIG and EN(B)EPIG surface finishes. Reliability of solder joint has been assessed by performing solid state isothermal aging at 150oC for 250 up to 2000 hours. After reflow soldering process, (Cu,Ni)6Sn5intermetallic compound (IMC) is dominated at near centre of solder meanwhile (Ni,Cu)3Sn4IMC is dominated at near outside of solder ball.Moreover, aging time resulted in an increase in thickness and changed the morphology into more spherical, dense and large grain size. Analysis by optical microscope revealed that the IMC thickness of EN(B)EPIG produced thicker IMC compared to EN(P)EPIG surface finish during reflow as well as isothermal aging.

Mechanical reliability of self-aligned chip assembly after reflow soldering process

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-17
Author(s):  
Mohd Najib Ali Mokhtar ◽  
M.Z. Abdullah ◽  
Abdullah Aziz Saad ◽  
Fakhrozi Cheani
Keyword(s):  
Shear Strength ◽  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Solder Joint ◽  
Silver Content ◽  
The Self ◽  
Mechanical Reliability ◽  
Reflow Soldering ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Strength Assessment ◽  
Soldering Process

Purpose This paper focuses on the reliability of the solder joint after the self-alignment phenomenon during reflow soldering. The aim of this study is to analyse the joint quality of the self-alignment assemblies of SnAg alloy solder joints with varying silver content. Design/methodology/approach The shear strength assessment was conducted in accordance with the JIS Z3 198-7 standard. The standard visual inspection of IPC-A-610G was also performed to inspect the self-alignment features of the solder joint samples. Statistical analysis was conducted to determine the probabilistic relationship of shear strength of the misalignment components. Findings The results from the mechanical reliability study indicate that there were decreasing trends in the shear strength value as misalignment offset increased. For shift mode configuration in the range of 0-300 µm, the resulting chip assembly inspection after the reflow process was in line with the IPC-A-610G standard. The statistical analysis shows that the solder type variation was insignificant to the shear strength of the chip resistor. The study concluded that the fracture occurred partially in the termination metallization at the lower part of the chip resistor. The copper content of the joint on that area shows that the crack occurred in the solder joint, and high silver content on the selected zone indicated that the fracture happened partially in the termination structure, as the termination structure of the lead-free chip resistor consists of an inner layer of silver and an outer layer of tin. Practical implications This study’s findings provide valuable guidelines and references to engineers and integrated circuit designers during the reflow soldering process in the microelectronics industry. Originality/value Studies on the effect of component misalignment on joint mechanical reliability are still limited, and studies on solder joint reliability involving the effect of differing contents of silver on varying chip component offset are rarely reported. Thus, this study is important to effectively bridge the research gap and yield appropriate guidelines in the potential industry.

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