SLDA021B March   2014  – February 2020 AM3892 , AM3894

 

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Troubleshooting Guide

The troubleshooting guide shown as Table 4 lists some common assembly defects and typical causes for each. It is possible that other factors may cause these defects – if none of the recommended solutions resolves the defect, more extensive failure analysis may be required to determine the root cause.

Table 4. Troubleshooting Guide

Defect Recommended Solutions
Head on Pillow Check Solder Paste Volumes to ensure that there are no insufficient prints
Check the temperature gradient across the BGA. It should be 10°C or less, with lower temperature gradients preferred
Check with the solder paste manufacturer to ensure that the solder paste is designed to minimize head in pillow defects
Check that the reflow profile meets the paste manufacturer’s guidelines. Generally, the time to peak temperature should be less than 6 minutes and the soak should be less than 2 minutes, but these guidelines may vary by paste. Incorrect profiling may exhaust the flux, or may insufficiently activate it.
Use nitrogen as a reflow environment. Ensure that the oxygen levels are within specification when using nitrogen
Check the lot number, date code and storage conditions for the component
Ensure that the maximum recommended bakeout time has not been exceeded.
Solder Shorts or Bridges Check solder paste prints for excessive volume or mis-registration
Check that the stencil underwiping frequency is adequate and the wiping process is effective
Verify placement accuracy and ensure that placement pressure is not excessive
Ensure that the printed circuit assemblies do not experience sudden acceleration or deceleration prior to reflow
Opens or Insufficients Check Stencil for apertures clogged with solder paste
Verify that the stencil apertures and the PCB pads are within the designed specification.
Check the temperature gradient across the BGA and ensure that it is 10°C or less, with lower temperature gradients preferred
Voids Check to ensure that the reflow profile matches the paste supplier’s recommendations
Ensure that microvias are filled. If microvia filling does not meet specification, contact the PCB manufacturer.
If planar microvoids near the printed circuit board are detected, contact the PCB manufacturer, as these may be signs of a surface finish defect