Posted On: January 18th, 2019 | By: Kim Flanagan

What are solder preforms?

Solder preforms are the most versatile form of solder used in the widest variety of applications. They come in over 250 different alloys and countless...

Posted On: January 15th, 2019 | By: Kim Flanagan

Stages of a Reflow Profile: Part IV

The cool down rate of a profile can affect the grain structure of a solder joint, thus determining the mechanical strength of the solder joint....

Posted On: July 23rd, 2018 | By: Kim Flanagan

Stages of a Reflow Profile: Part III

What is the ideal time-above liquidus during solder reflow? Too long or too short can cause dewetting and charring, or not allow the intermetalli...

Posted On: July 13th, 2018 | By: Kim Flanagan

Stages of a Reflow Profile: Part II

The second stage of a reflow profile activates the flux in the solder paste and prepares the solder for reflow. This can be a critical stage...

Posted On: July 10th, 2018 | By: Phil Zarrow & Kim Flanagan

Choosing Flux-Coated Solder Preforms

Kimberly Flanagan, Technical Support Engineer, and Phil Zarrow examine the benefits of flux-coated solder preforms, and how they can improve the manuf...

Posted On: July 3rd, 2018 | By: Phil Zarrow & Kim Flanagan

Benefits of Solder Fortification Preforms

Kimberly Flanagan, Technical Support Engineer, and Phil Zarrow discuss how Solder Fortification® Preforms can help reduce voiding and increase joi...

Posted On: July 2nd, 2018 | By: Kim Flanagan

How much flux should I use in my solder wire?

It is important to consider both the solder alloy density and the diameter of the wire when determining the ideal flux percent. This blog post tells&n...