Low Alpha Solder
As discussed yesterday, alpha emission can disrupt sensitive electronic components. One source for alpha emission is the solder that is used to...
Semiconductor Packaging
Alpha Particle Emission
Alpha particles are emitted from certain element isotopes, and can potentially change the binary output of a semiconductor from a 0 to a 1 or from a 1...
8 Myths About Solder
Please don’t be fooled by misconceptions like the following: 1) Lead is bad 2) Soldering is simple 3) Soldering is complex 4) Changing a S...
Demand Semiconductor-Grade Flux
Speaking as a guy who knows flux – they are not all created equal. Flux use spans many industries, some of which can get away with crude ingred...
Why Thin-Film Solar Cells are Here to Stay
Apart from independence from silicon, thin-film solar cells have several advantages. On perfect day and perfect conditions crystalline silicon solar c...
How We Fell In Love
Okay, I’ll be honest – I think it’s pretty cheesy to write an entry on Valentines Day regarding my passion for the industry. I will,...
What is Semiconductor Packaging?
I’d say my version of the term is ‘protecting a semiconductor while facilitating its connection to the outside world’. Here’s ...
Heat Transfer in the Modern Era of Electronic Devices
By: Pat Ryan Do you know who the father of heat transfer is? You probably know techniques for heat dissipation in electronic devices can include heats...