Posted On: January 29th, 2019 | By: Bernard Leavitt

2019 SPIE Photonics West Show

Visit us at SPIE West show at booth #3310 on February 5-7. We look forward to learning more about your applications. ...

Posted On: November 29th, 2018 | By: Dr. Ron Lasky

A Precise Equation Relating Karats of Gold to Density in Gold Alloys

Dr. Ron received a question asking him to verify a calculation used to determine the karat value of various gold-based alloys. It's not as si...

Posted On: November 8th, 2018 | By: Bernard Leavitt

The Impact of Bonding Surface Plating on the Reliability of a AuSn (Gold-Tin) Solder Joint

Performing die-attach using AuSn solder alloy preforms against gold plating? You may need an off-eutectic solder alloy to compensate for the Au that i...

Posted On: September 25th, 2017 | By: Jim Hisert

Legendary Gold-Indium Alloys for Brazing and Jewelry

For some reason, I find the combination of gold and indium incredibly interesting. This shouldn’t come as a surprise; I caught gold fever pannin...

Posted On: August 18th, 2017 | By: Bernard Leavitt

Cooling and Performance Optimized by 80Au20Sn Solder Bond

80Au20Sn solder preforms transfer heat from the active layer in laser diodes, creating a strong bond for long-term reliability. ...

Posted On: July 28th, 2017 | By: Karthik Vijay

Gold/Tin Solder Alloy: Applications & Alloy Composition Choices

Typically, applications that use gold-tin solders are structural or die-attach. Structural applications make use of the alloy’s high strength, w...

Posted On: June 21st, 2017 | By: Bernard Leavitt

80Au20Sn Solder Applications: When to choose Preform or Paste

80Au20Sn solder paste and preforms both have particular attributes that make them ideal for certain bonding applications. We take a look at how your p...

Posted On: April 5th, 2017 | By: Bernard Leavitt

Gold-Based Solder Wire for High-Reliability Applications

Gold-based solder alloys have superior strength and conductivity; perfect for applications requiring a high temperature, reliable bond that can hold u...

Posted On: July 25th, 2016 | By: Bernard Leavitt

Choosing the Right Gold Solder Alloy for Hermetic Package Sealing

Summary: Gold solder alloys are valuable due to their unique range of reflow temperatures and their resistance to corrosion, making them ideal for hig...