Category Archives: Design


Apr07
Solution to Prevent Component Drops During Second Time Reflow Soldering

post on April 7, 2016

Due to the rapid growth of mobile phone technology, the Electronic Manufacturing Service (EMS) in mainland China sometimes faces serious labor shortages. Additionally, Industry 4.0 promotes the need for factory automation in EMS. As a result, certain parts that cannot … Continue reading →

Design, Manufacture, SMT, Soldering     WorkingBear    Views (8,843)     comment (0)
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Jul01
Why do thinner PCBs will need carrier for reflow process?

post on July 1, 2015

As the career of Manufacturing Process Engineering(MPE), WorkingBear has noticed a constant battle between Designers, Marketers, and Manufacturers. Marketers always want  thin, modern design that look thin. Designers think fabrication is simple, while Manufacturers want  strong, robust, sturdy assemblies that … Continue reading →

Design, Glue/adhesive/epoxy/underfill,, PCB/FPC/PTF, Process, Quality, SMT, Soldering     WorkingBear    Views (16,717)     comments (2)
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Jun24
Case study for the mold-in insert screw boss broken

post on June 24, 2015

In a previous discussion, WorkingBear identified potential root causes for screw boss cracking after mold-in screw nut insertion. Following a complaint from the field, we asked EMS and the plastic injection supplier to double-check their inventory and found that approximately … Continue reading →

Design, Plastic, Quality     WorkingBear    Views (15,577)     comment (0)
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May27
Improve BGA Solderability By Partially Increasing Solder Paste Volume

post on May 27, 2015

Improving the solderability of BGA (Ball Grid Array) packages is always a big challenge for the SMT (Surface Mount Technology) process. Fine pitch BGAs (with a ball pitch less than 0.8mm) are particularly difficult to solder onto the PCB. Additionally, … Continue reading →

Design, Manufacture, Quality, Soldering     WorkingBear    Views (11,715)     comment (0)
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May20
Shipping carton drop/impact test condition

post on May 20, 2015

Do you know how vendor ensure that their products are not damaged during shipping due to handling by transporters or delivery personnel? Reputable vendors put effort into designing and selecting suitable packaging materials for shipping to ensure the quality of … Continue reading →

Corrugated Paper, Design, Manufacture     WorkingBear    Views (4,711)     comment (0)
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