Advanced SMT Rework

Includes lecture and hands on projects centered on improving the skills necessary to remove and replace the smallest and multi-leaded surface mount components. This course requires intermediate to advanced soldering skills.

Description

The Advanced SMT Rework course is tailored for companies seeking to elevate their skills in removing and replacing the smallest electronic components. This course is aligned with the latest IPC standards, including IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and IPC-7711, all of which have been recently updated. 

The course combines lecture segments with extensive hands-on soldering under the guidance of experienced instructors. The lecture portion covers various advanced package types, lead configurations, and soldering requirements for all three inspection classes. It also delves into solder pastes and exploring of different alloys. Furthermore, the course addresses advanced printing and dispensing methods for reworking complex packages and various rework solder heating techniques, including conductive and convective soldering methods. 

The hands-on portion of the Advanced SMT Rework course is where students gain invaluable insights and "tricks of the trade." Instructors use advanced video projection techniques to enhance visibility, especially for ultra-miniature components. Students then practice removing and replacing components like 0402, 0201, and ultra-fine pitch QFPs on a realistic PCB representative of industry-standard thermal mass. Mastery is achieved when students can successfully demonstrate proper removal and replacement of these components multiple times to the instructor's satisfaction.  

Topics Covered: 

  • Advanced SMT Lecture 

  • Advanced SMT Packages 

  • Placement Requirements 

  • Soldering Requirements 

  • Solder Paste Selection Requirements 

  • Sizes, Types, and Uses 

  • Solder Paste Dispensing for Rework 

  • Manual Syringe 

  • PCB and Component Thermodynamic Considerations 

  • Laminate Types 

  • Component Types 

  • Conductive Soldering Techniques 

  • Convective Soldering Techniques 

  • Soldering and Desoldering: 

  • 0402 Resistor 

  • 0201 Resistor 

  • LQFP 100 

 

Pre-requisites

None required, Soldering 101 and SMT Rework recommended

Skill Level

Moderate to Advanced

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