Electronics Forum | Wed Aug 04 00:17:41 EDT 2004 | Shean Dalton
Additionally, increases in temperature can increase the water's rate of reaction with the flux. Sometimes, only a 5 degree change can make the cleaning difference. If the flux inconsistently presents itself, then the likely cause is something in
Electronics Forum | Wed Aug 04 00:22:17 EDT 2004 | Shean Dalton
and one more thought about your original question, if the flux does look really strange and out of place, then inspect the reflow oven. A great amount of flux condensation in the reflow oven's cooling zone can cause crystalized flux to become airbor
Electronics Forum | Tue Aug 03 18:11:21 EDT 2004 | davef
Improper washing of water soluable flux residues can be a major contributor to flux residues remaining on the board surface. ;-O That you appear to be only complaining about the pathetic state of the ability of your washer to clean under BGA, it may
Electronics Forum | Mon Jun 19 09:47:23 EDT 2017 | georgetruitt
You have a lot to think about! What does the flux manufacturer recommend as far as specifics like water temp or pressure? Do they recommend high temp di-water a detergent or saponifier? Do you currently have a cleaning machine, batch cleaner or inl
Electronics Forum | Thu Mar 25 12:20:21 EST 2004 | Mike Konrad
OK� Nap time�s over! Technically speaking, water soluble flux is just that, soluble in water. Technically speaking, one does not need a saponifier or any other chemical agent to remove water soluble (OA) flux residues. However, one must conside
Electronics Forum | Thu Apr 11 19:06:59 EDT 2002 | tmarc
We are using 1mm pitch BGAs with a great quantity of via(s) under the component. Very shortly we will be placing CSPs with .65mm pitch. Our via(s) are solder masked, however we generally have a percentage of them that the masking is thin enough that
Electronics Forum | Wed Mar 24 21:51:23 EST 2004 | davef
Dreamy It sounds like you are having fun in your new job. Saponifier. Alkaline chemicals, added to water, that convert rosin/resin flux residues in the water to soluble soaps. Generally, saponifiers are better if used in an aggressive spray-in-ai
Electronics Forum | Fri Apr 12 17:22:47 EDT 2002 | davef
First, splitting hairs on parlance. * Conformal Coating. A thin electrically nonconductive protective coating that conforms to the configuration of the covered assembly to provide environmental and mechanical protection. * Solder Mask. Coating mate
Electronics Forum | Sat Nov 08 09:42:22 EST 2003 | ethercom
Hi: I have seen this problem before. It is caused by improper curing of solder mask by the fab manufacturer. When you run the board thru' wave solder, and then wash the board, you see the problem of white residue. However, when you apply heat, you c
Electronics Forum | Fri Aug 05 11:32:29 EDT 2005 | saragorcos
Hi Sandy, Here are some suggestions for an optimum cleaning process for cleaning under BGAs if they are assembled to the board to add to the great tips Shean already listed: - Use a good saponifier w/ DI water - an effective saponifier will be able
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