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IPC Thermal Stress Guidelines

John

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IPC Thermal Stress Guidelines | 18 November, 2003

Does IPC list a specification that describes the acceptable thermal stress capabililty of components? I seem to recall something about dipping at 260C for 10 seconds, but I can't find the reference. Also seem to remember descriptions of the allowable thermal excursions. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks John

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#26381

IPC Thermal Stress Guidelines | 18 November, 2003

There may have been something like that in the past, but now-a-days the IPC says stuff like, "make sure the temperature that you use to not adversely affect the performance of the components." [er words to that effect]

Probably, the "260*C / 10 second"-thing that you mention is a guideline that someone developed after the checking the upper temperature limit listed in various component data sheets.

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