Today, more than ever, an AOI process requires both inspection and verification process to produce effective, cost saving results to drive maximum yield. Verification In Parallel Technology (VIP in sh
The performance of automated optical inspection (AOI) systems is constantly progressing toward the ultimate goal of detecting 100% of real defects with no false alarms. Still, until this goal is reach
With the electronics industry rapidly moving to lead-free soldering and requirements for long term reliability of the assembly becoming more critical, fabricators and OEMs must determine the most cost
The European Commission has adopted the RoHS directive(Restriction of the Use of Crtain Hazardous Substances in EEE-2002/95/EC,27th January 2003)The European Commission has adopted the RoHS directive(
Over the past year there has been consistent growth in the use of high Phosphorous - electroless Nickel / immersion Gold (HP - ENIG) as a final finish. The finish is now frequently being used for PBGA
The structural integrity of a printed circuit is for the most part dependant upon the adhesive bond between the copper component and the resin glass laminate. A failure mode is normally a delamination