Concern for Intermetallic Thickness Growth in SAC Solder Joints in Harsh Service Environments
The service temperature for electronics in a modern automobile can be higher than 125C. These high temperatures raise the concern of copper-tin intermetallic growth in solder joints. In this post from Dr. Ron Lasky on Indium’s blog, he outlines the reasons for concern and offers a spreadsheet to calculate IMC growth at any temperature.
America Faces Significant Shortage of Tech Workers in Semiconductor Industry and Throughout U.S. Economy
An estimated 67,000 jobs for technicians, computer scientists, engineers in semiconductor industry—and 1.4 million such jobs across the U.S. economy—risk going unfilled by 2030, according to new SIA/Oxford Economics study The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), in partnership with Oxford Economics, released a study finding the United States faces a significant shortage of technicians, computer scientists, […]
Efficient Testing Meets Expertise at White Horse Laboratories’ New German Test Lab
White Horse Laboratories, a global leader in combating counterfeit electronics, is excited to announce the opening of its first European test lab in Munich, Germany. This new facility combines the company’s renowned industry expertise with a commitment to swift, efficient testing, providing an exceptional service experience for customers. White Horse Laboratories’ test labs in Shenzhen, […]
IPC Urgently Seeking Input on PFAS Uses in Electronics: Survey Link and ECHA Resources
IPC still seeks PFAS data and information from industry in anticipation of a proposed universal ban on PFAS in the EU. A lack of industry data could result in limited or no advocacy by IPC, which in turn could result in few or no exemptions to the PFAS restriction. SURVEY LINK The EU’s ECHA (European […]
Advanced Engineering driving recruitment at 2023 trade show
Advanced Engineering, the UK’s largest annual gathering of engineering and manufacturing professionals, is helping to drive recruitment through several innovative initiatives at this year’s event. Scheduled to take place between November 1 to 2 at the NEC, Birmingham, Advanced Engineering aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, empowering the next generation of […]