Module 14 - Introduction to Microelectronics
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The Offset-Pad Termination. - This termination, shown in view (A) of figure 3-7, is a variation
of clinch-lead termination. The pad is set off from the centerline of the hole. The lead clinch is also offset
from the hole centerline so that it may contact the pad [view (B)].
Figure 3-7A. - Offset pad termination SIDE VIEW.
Figure 3-7B. - Offset pad termination TOP VIEW
ABOVE-THE-BOARD TERMINATION. - Above-the-board termination is accomplished through the use of
terminals or posts. Terminals are used for a variety of reasons. The type of terminal depends on its use. Although
many configurations are used, all terminals fall into one of the five categories covered in this section [figure
3-8, views (A) through (E)].
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Figure 3-8A. - Terminals. PIN and TERMINALS.
Figure 3-8B. - Terminals. HOLLow.
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Figure 3-8C. - Terminals. HOOK TERMINALS.
Figure 3-8D. - Terminals. PIERCED TERMINALS.
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Figure 3-8E. - Terminals. SOLDER CUP
· PIN TERMINALS and TURRET TERMINALS [view (A)] are single-post terminals, either insulated or
uninsulated, solid or hollow, stud or feed-through. Stud terminals protrude from one side of a board;
feed-throughs protrude from both sides. · BIFURCATED OR forK TERMINALS [view (B)] are solid or
hollow double-post terminals.
· HOOK TERMINALS [view (C)] are made of cylindrical stock formed in the shape of a hook or question
mark.
· PERforATED OR PIERCED TERMINALS [view (D)] describe a class of terminals that uses a hole pierced in
flat metal for termination (e.g., terminal lugs). · SOLDER CUP TERMINALS [view (E)] are
a common type found on connectors. Turret and bifurcated terminals are used for interfacial connections on
printed circuit boards, terminal points for point-to-point wiring, mounting components, and as tie points for
interconnecting wiring. Hook terminals are used to provide connection points on sealed devices and terminal
boards. Terminals used for wire or component lead terminations are normally made of brass with a
solderable coating. Uninsulated terminals may be installed on an insulating substrate to form a terminal board.
They may also be added to a printed circuit board or installed on a metal chassis. Insulated terminals are
installed on a metal chassis.
ON-THE-BOARD TERMINATION. - On-the-board termination (figure 3-9) is also called LAP FLow termination. In a
lap flow solder termination, the component lead does not pass through the circuit board. This form of planar
mounting may be used with both round and flat leads.
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Figure 3-9. - On-the-board termination.
Q6. What term is used to identify the procedure of connecting one side of a circuit board with the
other? Q7. Name two types of through-hole termination. Q8. Turret,
bifurcated, and hook terminals are used for what type of termination? Q9. When a lead is
soldered to a pad without passing through the board, it is known as what type of termination?
Component Desoldering Most of the damage in printed circuit board repair occurs during
disassembly or component removal. More specifically, much of this damage occurs during the desoldering process. To
remove components for repair or replacement, the technician must first determine the type of joint that is used to
connect the component to the board. The technician may then determine the most effective method for desoldering
these connections. Three generally accepted methods of solder connection removal involve the use of SOLDER
WICK, a MANUALLY Controlled VACUUM PLUNGER, or a motorized solder extractor using CONTINUOUS VACUUM and/OR
PRESSURE. Of all the extraction methods currently in use, continuous vacuum is the most versatile and reliable.
Desoldering becomes a routine operation and the quantity and quality of desoldering work increases with the use of
this technique.
SOLDER WICKING. - IN this technique, finely stranded copper wire or braiding (wick) is saturated
with liquid flux. Most commercial wick is impregnated with flux; the liquid flux adds to the effectiveness of the
heat transfer and should be used whenever possible. The wick is then applied to a solder joint between the solder
and a heated soldering iron tip, as shown in figure 3-10. The combination of heat, molten solder, and air spaced
in the wick creates a capillary action and causes the solder to be drawn into the wick.
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Figure 3-10. - Solder wicking.
This method should be used to remove surface joints only, such as those found on single-sided and double-sided
boards without plated-through holes or eyelets. It can also remove excessive solder from flat surfaces and
terminals. The reason is that the capillary action of the wicking is not strong enough to overcome the surface
tension of the molten solder or the capillary action of the hole. MANUALLY Controlled VACUUM
PLUNGER. - The second method of removing solder involves a manually controlled and operated, one-shot
vacuum source. This vacuum source uses a plunger mechanism with a heat resistant orifice. The vacuum is applied
through this orifice. Figure 3-11 shows the latest approved, manual-type desoldering tool. This technique involves
melting the solder joint and inserting the solder-extractor tip into the molten solder over the soldering iron
tip. The plunger is then released, creating a short pulse of vacuum to remove the molten solder. Although this
method offers a positive vacuum rather than the capillary force of the wicking method, it still has limited
application. This method will not remove 100 percent of the solder and may cause circuit pad lifting because of
the extremely high vacuum generated and the jarring caused by the plunger action.
Figure 3-11. - Manual desoldering tool.
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Because 100 percent of the solder cannot be removed, the extraction method is not usually successful
with the plated-through solder joint. The component lead in a plated-through hole joint usually rests against the
side wall of the hole. Even though most of the molten solder is removed by a vacuum, the small amount of solder
left between the lead and side walls causes a SWEAT JOINT to form. a sweat joint is a paper-thin solder joint
formed by a minute amount of solder remaining on the conductor lead surfaces. MOTORIZED
VACUUM/PRESSURE METHOD. - The most effective method for solder joint removal is motorized vacuum
extraction. The solder extractor unit, described in topic 2, is used for this type of extraction. This method
provides controlled combinations of heat and pressure or vacuum for solder removal. The motorized vacuum is
controlled by a foot switch and differs from the manual vacuum in that it provides a continuous vacuum. The solder
extraction device is a coaxial, in-line instrument similar to a small soldering iron. The device consists of a
hollow-tipped heating element, transfer tube, and collecting chamber (in the handle) that collects and solidifies
the waste solder. This unit is easily maneuvered, fully controllable, and provides three modes of operation
(figure 3-12): (1) heat and vacuum (2) heat and pressure, and (3) hot-air jet. Some power source models provide
variable control for pressure and vacuum levels as well as temperature control for the heated tubular tip. The
extraction tip and heat source are combined in one tool. Continuous vacuum allows solder removal with a single
heat application. Since the slim heating element allows access to confined areas, the technician is protected
from contact with the hot, glass, solder-trap chamber. Continuous vacuum extraction is the only consistent
method for overcoming the resweat problem for either dual or multilead devices terminating in through-hole solder
joints.
Figure 3-12A. - Motorized vacuum/pressure solder removal. VACUUM Mode.
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Figure 3-12B. - Motorized vacuum/pressure solder removal. PRESSURE Mode.
Figure 3-12C. - Motorized vacuum/pressure solder removal. HOT AIR JET Mode.
Motorized Vacuum Method. - In the motorized vacuum method, the heated tip is applied to the
solder joint. When melted solder is observed, the vacuum is activated by the technician causing the solder to be
withdrawn from the joint and deposited into the chamber. If the lead is preclipped, it may also be drawn into a
holding chamber. To prevent SWEATING (reforming a solder joint) to the side walls of the plated-through hole
joint, the lead is "stirred" with the tip while applying the vacuum. This permits cool air to flow into and around
the lead and side walls causing them to cool. Motorized Pressure Method. - In the pressure
method, the tip is used to apply heat to a pin for melting a sweat joint. The air pressure is forced through the
hole to melt sweat joints without contacting
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the delicate pad. This method is seldom used because it is not effective in preventing sweating of the
lead to the hole nor for cooling the workpiece. Hot-Air Jet Method. - The hot-air jet
method uses pressure-controlled, heated air to transfer heat to the solder joint without physical contact from a
solder iron. This permits the reflow of delicate joints while minimizing mechanical damage. When the
solder is removed from the lead and pad area, the technician can observe the actual condition of the lead contact
to the pad area and the amount of the remaining solder joint. From these observed conditions, the technician can
then determine a method of removing the component and lead. With straight-through terminations, the
component and lead may be lifted gently from uncoated boards with pliers or tweezers. Working with clinched leads
on uncoated boards requires that all sweat joints be removed and that the leads be unclinched before removal.
The techniques that have been described represent the successful methods of desoldering components. As mentioned
at the beginning of this section, the 2M technician must decide which method is best suited for the type of solder
joint. Two commonly used but unacceptable methods of solder removal are heat-and-shake and heat-and-pull methods.
In the heat-and-shake method, the solder joint is melted and then the molten solder is shaken from the
connection. In some cases, the shaking action may include striking the assembly against a surface to shake the
molten solder out of the joint. This method should NEVER be used because all the solder may not be removed and the
solder may splatter over other areas of the board. In addition, striking the board against a surface can lead to
broken boards, damaged components, and lifted pads or conductors. The heat-and-pull method uses a
soldering iron or gang-heater blocks to melt individual or multiple solder joints. The component leads are pulled
when the solder is melted. This method has many shortcomings because of potential damage and should NOT be
attempted. Heating blocks are patterned to suit specific configurations; but when used on multiple-lead
connections, the joints may not be uniformly heated. Uneven heating results in plated-through hole damage, pad
delamination, or blistering. Damage can also result when lead terminations are pulled through the board.
When desoldering is complete, the workpiece must undergo a careful physical inspection for damage to the circuit
board and the remaining components. The technician should also check the board for scorching or charring caused by
component failure. Sometimes MEASLING is present. Measling is the appearance of light-colored spots. It is caused
by small areas of fiberglass strands that have been damaged by epoxy overcuring, heat, abrasion, or internal
moisture. No cracks or breaks should be visible in the board material. None of the remaining components should be
cracked, broken, or show signs of overheating. The solder joints should be of good quality and not covered by
loose or splattered solder, which may cause shorts. The technician should examine the board for nicked, cracked,
lifted, or delaminated conductors and lifted or delaminated pads. Q10. When does most printed
circuit board damage occur? Q11. What procedure involves the use of finely braided copper wire
to remove solder? Q12. What is the most effective method of solder removal?
Q13. When, if at all, should the heat-and-shake or the heat-and-pull methods of solder removal be used?
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INSTALLATION and SOLDERING of PRINTED Circuit COMPONENTS The 2M technician
should restore the electronic assembly at least to the original manufacturer's standards. Parts should always be
remounted or reassembled in the same position and with termination methods used by the original manufacturer. This
approach ensures a continuation of the original reliability of the system. High reliability connections
require thoroughly cleaned surfaces, proper component lead formation and termination, and appropriate placement of
components on the board. The following paragraphs describe the procedures for properly installing components on a
board including the soldering of these components. Termination Area Preparation
The termination areas on the board and the component leads are thoroughly cleaned to remove oxide, old solder, and
other contaminants. Old or excess solder is removed by one of the desoldering techniques explained earlier in this
topic. a fine abrasive, such as an oil-free typewriter eraser, is used to remove oxides. This is not necessary if
the area has just been desoldered. All areas to be soldered are cleaned with a solvent and then dried with a
lint-free tissue to remove cleaning residue.
Component Lead Preparation Component leads are formed before installation. Both machine-
and hand-forming methods are used to form the leads. Improper lead formation causes many repairs to be
unacceptable. Damage to the SEALS (point where lead enters the body of the component) occurs easily during the
forming process and results in component failure. Consequently, lead-forming procedures have been established. To
control the lead-forming operation and ensure conformity and quality of repairs, the technician should ensure the
following: 1. The component is centered between the holes, and component leads are
formed with proper bend-radii and body seal-to-bend distance. 2. The possibility of
straining component body seals during lead forming is eliminated. 3. Stress relief loops
are formed without straining component seals while at the same time providing the desired lead-to-lead distances.
4. Leads are measured and formed for both horizontal and vertical component mounting.
5. Transistor leads are formed to suit standard hole spacing. Lead-Forming
Specifications.
Component leads are formed to provide proper lead spacing. · The minimum distance between the
seal (where the lead enters the body of the component) and the start of the lead bend must be no less than twice
the diameter of the lead, as shown in figure 3-13.
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Alternating Current and Transformers |
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Circuit Protection, Control, and Measurement |
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Electrical Conductors, Wiring Techniques,
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Generators and Motors |
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Electronic Emission, Tubes, and Power Supplies |
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Solid-State Devices and Power Supplies |
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Amplifiers |
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Wave-Generation and Wave-Shaping Circuits |
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Wave Propagation, Transmission Lines, and
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Microwave Principles |
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Modulation Principles |
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Introduction to Number Systems and Logic Circuits |
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- Introduction to Microelectronics |
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Principles of Synchros, Servos, and Gyros |
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Introduction to Test Equipment |
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Radio-Frequency Communications Principles |
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Radar Principles |
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The Technician's Handbook, Master Glossary |
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Test Methods and Practices |
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Introduction to Digital Computers |
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Magnetic Recording |
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Introduction to Fiber Optics |
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