PCB Solder

Choose solder paste: alloy composition (Sn-Pb, lead-free), viscosity, and stencil printing. Tips for SMT assembly and reflow soldering. Best practices inside!

Choosing the right flux: rosin, water-soluble, and no-clean types. Learn how flux improves soldering quality and prevents defects. Safety tips inside!

Wave soldering for through-hole components: process steps, flux application, and defect prevention. Tips for optimizing throughput and quality. Expert guide here!

What is a Cold Solder Joint? Cold solder joints, also commonly known as pseudo soldering, are one of the bad solder joints produced during the PCBA or SMT process. Because the solder joint lacks the formation of good intermetallic compounds (IMCs), it creates an unreliable connection between the pcb components and the substrate, which can

Learn solder pad design: size, shape, and thermal relief. Tips to avoid bridging, pad lifting, and improve joint strength. Essential for PCB assembly. Guide here!

Solder mask and copper PCBs are both common manufacturing processes. A solder mask is a technique used to keep copper traces from oxidizing. The process involves applying solder, applying a layer of photo-resistant material, and then exposing the board to ultraviolet light. This causes the areas that need to be covered in solder masks not