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CHAPTER 4 NOTES ON MOUNTING


4.3 BGA Bonding Process
4.3.4 Case 4. Cold solder joint

In the reflow process, a cold solder joint (a mechanically weak incomplete joint with high electrical resistance) may form if solder in a semi-molten state is subject to vibration or shock while the molten solder joint is cooling down. Also, if the device or printed circuit board warps considerably during reflow heat application, some solder balls may squashed down. However, while in a semi-molten state in the cooling process after heat application, the solder balls may be pulled upward as the warped device or board starts to return to normal, causing the formation of a cold solder joint.


Mechanism for Inferring Cause of Cold Solder Joint

Figure 4-13. Mechanism for Inferring Cause of Cold Solder Joint

The following measures can be implemented to prevent the problem of cold solder joints.

1.   Check the conveyance system in the reflow process: Check that devices and printed circuit boards are not subject to vibration or shock and that there are no problems in the cooling process.
2.   Review the reflow temperature profile: Measure the solder joint temperature and lower the peak temperature, within the allowable range. This will reduce warping of the device or printed circuit board.
To 4.3.3 Case 3. Solder joint detachment (ball falloff)To 4.3.5 Case 5. Solder bridge