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CHALLENGE #2

Depaneling - Micro Cracking

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Scenario #2

After separating boards from the manufacturing panel, tiny cracks are discovered near several components.

Visit the exhibitor to learn:

What caused the damage?

How can depaneling methods reduce mechanical stress?

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Laser Marking

Low Contrast

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Wave Soldering

Barrel Fill

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Handling

ESD Risk

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Depaneling

Micro Cracking

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Selective Soldering

Icicles

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MES / MRP /Digital Twin / Factory Automation

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Stencil Printing

Misprint

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Cleaning

Meet Organics Spec

& White Residue

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Solder Station Equipment

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Component Placement

Polarity & Placement

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AOI

False Calls on

QFN Parts

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Conformal Coating

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Reflow Soldering

Tombstone

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Rework

Manual Rework & Automated Rework

Expo Floor Map

Find your way to each station

Event Sponsors

Media Partners

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