How does AuSn alloy and flux impact the reliability of solder paste?
When looking at the reliability of AuSn solder paste, you need to take a couple of things into consideration, the post reflow alloy composition (off-e...
Gold Solder
Why is AuSn powder size important for solder paste application?
Today's electronics continue to get smaller and smaller, so the traditional type 3 (-200/+325) mesh size might be too large for new scale-ups. Thi...
Come See Me at High-Temp Electronics Network Show in Oxford, UK
We’re featuring our Au solder product line and braze materials at the High-Temperature Electronics Network (HiTEN 2019) at St. Anne’s Coll...
International Microwave Symposium 2019
Why is Indium Corporation excited to be exhibiting at the International Microwave Symposium in Boston, MA?...
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. ...
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...
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...
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...
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. ...
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...
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...
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...