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Humitector™ Type 2 Non-Reversible Humidity Indicator Cards from Clariant help assure the integrity of moisture-sensitive surface-mount devices

Customers must be able to rely on accurate humidity indication as an assurance of SMD quality and fitness for processing and use. Without it, they might accept SMDs from suppliers that have already been irreparably damaged by moisture during storage or transit. Or, they might approve for processing SMDs that have been improperly or insufficiently heat-dried. Beyond the processing questions, there are financial questions: Where did the dry pack problems originate and who--supplier, customer, shipper--is financially responsible for the damaged SMDs? In response, Clariant, the originator of the color change humidity indicator card, and a member of the JEDEC's Subcommittee 14.1, "Reliability and Test Methods for Packaged Devices," created a new "non-reversible" halogen and cobalt dichloride free humidity indicator card. This HIC combines two reversible indicators (5% and 10%) with a new non-reversible (60% RH) indicator spot. (Figure 1) The 5% and 10% reversible spots work the way similar indicators do: they change color from blue (dry), to lavender, to pink (wet) to indicate humidity exposure at the indicated levels. If humidity levels drop, they will gradually revert back to blue.

Credit: Clariant Cargo & Device Protection

Moisture Absorption Properties of Laminates Used in Chip Packaging Applications

Plastic laminates are increasingly used as interposers within chip packaging applications. As a component within the package, the laminate is subjected to package moisture sensitivity testing. The moisture requirements of chip packaging laminates are related to ambient moisture absorption and thermal cycling. Printed wiring board (PWB) laminates, however, are gauged on properties relating to wet processes such as resist developing, copper etching, and pumice scrubbing. Consequently, printed wiring board moisture absorption test methods differ from chip packaging test conditions.

Credit: Isola Group

Instrumentation for Studying Real-time Popcorn Effect in Surface Mount Packages during Solder Reflow

Occurrence of popcorn in IC packages while assembling them onto the PCB is a well known moisture sensitive reliability issues, especially for surface mount packages. Commonly reflow soldering simulation process is conducted to assess the impact of assembling IC package onto PCB. A strain gauge-based instrumentation is developed to investigate the popcorn effect in surface mount packages during reflow soldering process. The instrument is capable of providing real-time quantitative information of the occurrence popcorn phenomenon in IC packages. It is found that the popcorn occur temperatures between 218 to 241℃C depending on moisture soak condition, but not at the peak temperature of the reflow process. The presence of popcorn and delamination are further confirmed by scanning acoustic tomography as a failure analysis.

Credit: WASET - World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology

An Investigation into Alternative Methods of Drying Moisture Sensitive Devices

The use of desiccant bags filled with Silica Sand and or Clay beads used in conjunction with a Moisture Barrier Bag to control moisture for storage of printed circuit boards has long been an accepted practice and standard from both JEDEC and IPC organizations. Additionally, the use heated ovens for baking off moisture using the evaporation process has also been a long-standing practice from these organizations. This paper on alternative drying methods will be accompanied by completed independent, unbiased tests conducted by Vinny Nguyen, an engineering student (now graduated) from San Jose State University. The accompanied paper will examine the performance levels of different technologies of desiccant bags to control moisture in enclosed spaces. The tests and equipment set were reviewed by an engineer and consultant to the Lockheed Martin Aerospace Division and the IPC - TM-650 2.6.28 test method was review by engineer from pSemi. The tests were designed to mimic performance tests outlined in Mil Spec 3464, which both IPC and JEDEC have adopted for their respective standards. The test examined variables including absorption capacity rates, weight gain and release of moisture back into the enclosed area. The presentation will also address and highlight: • Similarities of PCBs and Heavy Equipment as it applies to Inspections, Causes of Failure, Types of Corrosion and Moisture Collection Points. • Performance Attributes of Different Desiccant Technologies as it applies to shape, texture, change outs, labeling and regeneration. • Venn Diagram of Electromechanical Failure with the circles 1. Current 2. Contamination 3. Humidity Presentation Available

Credit: Steel Camel

Handling of Highly-Moisture Sensitive Components - An Analysis of Low-Humidity Containment and Baking Schedules

Unique component handling issues can arise when an assembly factory uses highly-moisture sensitive surface mount devices (SMDs). This work describes how the distribution of moisture within the molded plastic body of a SMD is an important variable for survivability. JEDEC/IPC [1] moisture level rated packages classified as Levels 4-5a are shown to require additional handling constraints beyond the typical out-of-bag exposure time tracking. Nitrogen or desiccated cabinet containment is shown as a safe and effective means for long-term storage provided the effects of prior out-of-bag exposure conditions are taken into account. Moisture diffusion analyses coupled with experimental verification studies show that time in storage is as important a variable as floor-life exposure for highly-moisture sensitive devices. Improvements in floor-life survivability can be obtained by a handling procedure that includes cyclic storage in low humidity containment. SMDs that have exceeded their floor-life limits are analyzed for proper baking schedules. Optimized baking schedules can be adopted depending on a knowledge of the exposure conditions and the moisture sensitivity level of the device.

Credit: Alcatel-Lucent

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MSL | Baking components after expired floor life -- Hello, we use an oven to dry our MSL components after the floor lifes expires. The oven works at 40℃C / 0.1% RH. The plan is to upgrade the oven from 40℃C to 60℃C to shorten the duration of the process. I have found a number of articles mentioning that oxidation can increase at temperatures higher than 40℃C. Intermetallic expansions are also mentioned repeatedly. J-STD-033C also only gives information on temperatures of 125℃C, 90℃C and 40℃C. However, the standard does not directly advise against temperatures above 40℃C. Nor does it mention oxidation. Can anyone help me here? Can oxidation really increase above 40℃C? What is the right way to dry the components properly? I also read in a post that so called low temperature trays can only be dried at temperatures below 40℃C. High temperature trays, however, at 125℃C. What exactly is meant by low temperature or high temperature trays? Greetings - Yannick Herzog

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Spectrum Assembly Ensures Smooth Production with the Nordson Assure™

Nordson TEST & INSPECTION, a division of the Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN), announced that Spectrum Assembly, Inc. (SAI) has purchased an Assure™ X-ray Component Counter. The system was successfully installed at Spectrum's 80,000 ft.2 headquarters in Carlsbad, CA....

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Naprotek Appoints New CFO Mike Lee

Naprotek, LLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Lee as the Chief Financial Officer. Mike will be responsible for the company's finance, accounting, compliance, and IT functions....

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AUCTION | Spartronics: Late-Model Surplus SMT and Process Equipment Featuring: Universal, DEK, Juki, MVP, Rehm and Vitronics, 200+ Universal Gold DL60 8mm to 88mm Feeders

AUCTIONEER | The Branford Group

TYPE | Online Auction

FEATURING | Spartronics -Late-Model Surplus SMT and Process Equipment Featuring: Universal, DEK, Juki, MVP, Rehm and Vitronics 200+ Universal Gold DL60 8mm to 88mm Feeders

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Watertown, South Dakota: 2011 DEK Europa Vi Screen Printer 2011 Universal GC-30S Series III Placement System Universal GSM Genesis Placement System 2011 Rehm VXS 732 Reflow Oven, 10-Zone 2012 MVP AutoInspector Spectra AOI Universal Feeders: 8mm to 88mm - 200+ Hoover-Davis Offline Feeder Stations - qty 3 Universal Radial-8 Inserters PVA UV2000-20-1 Oven GPD CF-10 Radial Lead Former FKN Systek N2000 FKN Systek K2000 Board Cutter

Logan, Utah: 2008 Juki FX-3 Placement System 2007 Vitronics XMP2 Reflow Oven Asymtek Fluidmove Dispensing System USI Prism Ultra-Coat 450 Conformal Coater PVA 1000 Conformal Coater Fanuc M-20iA Robot Assorted Conveyors

Tecate, Mexico: 2010 Universal Genesis 4990E Placement System 2008 Vitronics XPM3 Reflow Oven Mirtec 4983A AOI System 2005 Heller 1809EXL Reflow Oven Assorted Conveyors, Loaders and Unloaders

SCHEDULE | Tue, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 20, 2022

Auction Opens: Tuesday, September 13th, 2022 at 8:00 AM EDT

First Lot Begins to Close: Tuesday, September 20th, 2022 at 1:00 PM EDT

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The Branford Industrial Group - SMT and EMS Equipment Auction Spartronics

AUCTION | Late Model SMT & EMS Equipment - Inventory Clearance Sale - Everything Will Sell!

AUCTIONEER | The Branford Group

TYPE | Online Auction

FEATURING | Electronic Assembly & SMT Clearance Sale Inventory Clearance Sale - Everything Will Sell! Late Model SMT & EMS Equipment Featuring: Panasonic, MyData, Universal, DEK, Nordson YESTech and More! All Equipment Professionally Tested, Handled and Stored (CEEX0922) Auction Opens: Tuesday, September 20th, 2022 at 9:00 AM (CDT) First Lot Begins to Close: Tuesday, September 27th, 2022 at 11:00 AM (CDT) Visit https://www.thebranfordgroup.com/dnn3/Auction/CEEX0922.aspx for details. Inspection/Preview Available by Appointment Only For Preview Appointment Please Contact: Tyler Gardner tgardner@thebranfordgroup.com Featured Items

Placement Machines: Panasonic CM-602L Placement Machine, Type A-1, (2) High-Speed 12-Nozzle Heads, (2) High-Flexibility 8-Nozzle Heads (2013) Panasonic CM-602L Placement Machine, Type A-2, (4) High Speed 12-Nozzle Heads (2013) Universal Genesis GC-30S Placement Machine Universal Genesis GI-14D Placement Machine (2) Universal Advantis AC-30L Placement Machines MyData MY12 Placement Machine

Feeders, Carts, Accessories, Spare Parts: (2) Panasonic CM602 High-Flexibility Heads, Long Stroke, 8-Nozzle Approx. (300) Gold Universal Feeders - Various Sizes Approx. (400) Green Universal Feeders - Various Sizes Approx. (20) MyData Magazines (Agilis, TM, TMC, TMD and VFM) Multi. Calibration Kits

Inspection | AOI | X-Ray: Nordson YESTech M1M AOI Less Than 100 Hours, w/ Calibration Board (2018) YESTech YTX0X3 3D X-Ray System (2014) (2) YESTECH B3 Benchtop AOI Systems w/ Calibration Plates MVP AutoInspector Supra E AOIs, w/ 4MP Pulnix Camera (2013 & 2012) MVP AutoInspector Ultra II AOI Omron VT-S500 AOI (2014) Horiba XGT-7200V X-Ray Analytical Microscope (2016) Agilent 5DX Series 5000 X-Ray Inspection OGP Avant ZIP 600 Vision System (Upgraded in 2018)

Screen Printers: (4) DEK Horizon 02i Screen Printer (2) DEK Horizon 01i Screen Printer MPM Speedline Accela Screen Printer Surface Mount Techniques Opti-Print 2444 BAM Screen Printer

Ovens: Asscon Systemtechnik VP 1000-1580 Vapor Phase Oven (2012) (2) Electrovert Omni Excel 10 Reflow Oven (2010) X-Machine XGH-300 IR Curing Oven (2017)

Solder Paste: Koh Young KY-3030 VAL 3D Solder Paste Inspection ASC VisionPro AP500 3D Solder Paste Inspection (2014)

Conveyor | Board Handling: (3) Vanstron PTB-460SE Transfer Conveyor, 2-Belt, Length: 1m (2021) (3) Vanstron PTB-460SE Transfer Conveyor, Length: .5m (2021) Promation: Shuttle Gates, Bare Board Stackers, Flip Stations, Magazine Handlers Universal: Conveyors, Magazine Handlers Jot: Shuttle Gate, Conveyors

SMT Support Equipment: Nordson March C-Series Plasma Cleaner Suler MIXPAC DP 400-85 2-Component Dispenser (2015) Cencorp TR2100 Router / Depanelizer Sonitek S3 Spectrum Series Heat Staking Thermal Press (2016) Harting 09 99 0000 281 Pneumatic Press Janome JR2500 Robot, w/ Handheld Pendant Controls (2) Graphtec FC2250-60 'Cutting Pro' Flatbed Cutters (2016 & 2011) FKN N100 PCB Nibbler Board Depaneler Multi. VJ Electronix 1R-1C Preheaters Assorted Air-Vac Tooling

SCHEDULE | Tue, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 27, 2022

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AUCTION | Surplus SMT Equipment From Jabil St. Petersburg

AUCTIONEER | The Branford Group

TYPE | Online Auction

FEATURING | Surplus SMT Equipment from Jabil St. Petersburg, FL High-Speed Fuji AIM Placement Machines MPM Accela Screen Printer & Vitronics Reflow Ovens Auction Opens: Thursday, October 6th, 2022 at 9:00 AM (EDT) First Lot Begins to Close: Thursday, October 13th, 2022 at 11:00 AM (EDT) Equipment Location 10560 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33716 (3) Fuji AIM Pick and Place System, (4) H12 Placement Heads, Includes (4) Feeder Pallets, Year 2007 (3) Speedline/MPM Accela Automatic Screen Printer, Benchmark 2.9.4 Software, Gridlock Board Support, CE. 2008, 2005 (2) Vitronics XPM2 Reflow Oven, Pin Chain and Mesh Conveyor, Nitrogen Ready, Lead Free, Software 12.05.00, Year 2007, 2003 Koh Young Aspire Solder Paste Inspection System, S/N ASPI-2AL038, Software Version 4.10.0.0, SPC Plus, CE. Numerous Conveyor Tech Conveyors and Board Handling Equipment Numerous Fuji Feeder Pallet Storage Units

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