SMT process recommendations. Defect minimization methods for a no-clean SMT process

Key competitive advantages can be obtained through the minimization of process defects and disruptions. In today´s electronic manufacturing processes there are many variables to optimize. By gaining an understanding of what the defects are, and where they come from, is a key step in the process towards defect free/six sigma manufacturing. In the last decade, surface mount technology processes have been slowly converting towards the no-clean philosophy. This new trend has spawned new processing issues which need to be addressed. This paper investigates solutions to current problems in the processing of no-clean SMT processes. These solutions will be critical in the development of successful processes in the electronics industry in the years ahead