Alpha EF-6850HF is a halogen-free, low solids, alcohol-based, no-clean liquid soldering flux formulated for use in Sn-Pb and Pb-free applications on standard and high-density PCBs. Reportedly produces reliable assemblies with excellent cosmetics with a uniform, tack-free residue and pin testability; offers excellent low bridging and low solder ball results. Has low surface tension. Is for soldering in single- and dual-wave processes using SAC 305 or low silver alloys.

Alpha, www.alpha.cooksonelectronics.com

Lord SC-305 thermally conductive silicone encapsulant is designed for encapsulation applications where high heat dissipation is required. Is a two-component silicone system suited for LED lighting power supply encapsulation. Can be room temperature or heat cured. Benefits include low stress, high thermal conductivity and superior environmental resistance. Is composed of an addition-curing polymer that will not depolymerize when heated in confined spaces. Meets requirements of UL 94 V-O.

Lord Corp., www.lord.com

Clip-on Shield 6600 is a flexible rubber tube with all metal cladding. Gasket can be clipped onto steel or aluminum panels from 0.5 mm to 3 mm thick. Is suited for EMI/EMC shielding; electrical conductivity; grounding/earthing; static discharge; alternative for fingerstrips. Shielding effectiveness is >100 dB (10 KHz - 22 GHz). Electrical resistance is 0.004 Ohms /cm2. Range is available in multiple shapes and dimensions.

Holland Shielding Systems BV, www.hollandshielding.com

702 diffusion pump fluid is designed for high vacuum and fast pumping of large volumes of gas or vapor in production. Is used in vapor ejector pumps that attain vacuums of 10-4 or 10-5 torr. Is thermally stable, offering resistance to oxidation, and is chemically inert. Offers shorter conditioning runs, as well as 20% to 300% higher pressures than multi-component organic fluids.

Dow Corning, www.dowcorning.com

Sylgard 160 elastomer is a gray two-part silicone, flowable liquid. Encapsulant can be used for protection of electrical/electronic components and devices from environments that have high humidity and moisture, extreme temperatures, thermal cycling stresses, mechanical shock and vibration dampening, mold, mildew, dirt, and other harsh environments. Cures to flexible elastomers with a constant cure rate regardless of sectional thickness or degree confinement. 

Dow Corning, www.dowcorning.com

Automotive grade KPS series stacked X7R multilayer ceramic capacitor uses lead frame technology to vertically stack one or two MLCCs into a parallel circuit in a single surface mount package. Lead frame isolates capacitors from the PCB. Provide up to 10 mm of board flex capability. Is RoHS-compliant. Capable of Pb-Free reflow profiles and reportedly provides lower ESR and higher ripple current capability compared to other dielectric solutions. Reduces audible, microphonic noise.

Kemet, www.kemet.com

SB6N58-A730 low-temperature Pb-free solder paste has a melting point of 201-210°C. Demonstrates high thermal shock durability. Contains 6% Indium. Achieves low structural transformation; provides less transformation within the alloy composition.

Koki, http://ko-ki.co.jp/top.html
Christopher Associates, www.christopherweb.com

KISS selective soldering machines now have a dual nozzle option. Two nozzles operate in tandem, each one individually programmable. A board with components of different sizes can be processed in a single pass. Both nozzles operate within a single soldering sequence program. Can process a small component using a 3 mm or 6 mm nozzle, as well as a larger multi-row connector on the same PCB using a 12 mm or 18 mm nozzle.

ACE Production Technologies Inc., www.ace-protech.com

CB-400 COBRA-4 features a dual-head blue and white light LED flashlight, which enables leak checking and internal component inspection into hard-to-reach areas. Blue-light LED is for fluorescent leak detection, while the white-light LED is for component inspection. Press-fit coupler permits quick and easy attachment of the flashlight to the borescope. Includes clip-on, angled inspection mirror for detecting flaws normally hidden from view.

Spectronics, www.spectroline.com

Cion ICT Adapter is a relay card for integration into fixture adapter systems for ICT. Enables switching of 32 test channels from the ICT to Scanflex. Prohibits a collision of both systems’ signals; minimizes dynamic effects because of multiple wiring at critical nets. Two LEDs indicate 5 V supply and activation state. Is available in different assembly variants: Relay Adapter SL is equipped with pin contact strips and suits bird nest wiring by wire wrap into adapter systems, as well as wiring a 50-pin ribbon cable, as used in DIO plug modules; Relay Adapter BU and Relay Adapter BU90 are single-sided, equipped with connector strips; enable direct pluggable connection to Cion Modules such as FXT96 in both horizontal and vertical directions. Can be used with plug-in card transceivers. Boundary scan TAP signals are switched with relay adapter similar to TIC02/SR modules. Switching 32 PIP signals is possible with one card.

Goepel electronic, www.goepel.com

S3X-BF70M and 200N series wafer bumping pastes exhibit a high definition over time at elevated temperatures. S3X-BF70M series is for 250 μm bump sizes. Offers superior cleaning performance in a SAC 305 powder with a 20~38 μm diameter. S3X-BF200M is for 100 μm bump sizes with a SAC 305 powder and 5~20 μm diameter.

Ko-ki, www.ko-ki.co.jp

i-Cube series model YSH20 flip-chip placer features a high-rigidity frame and dual-mount heads; is fitted with a chip recognition system employing a high-res camera. Is compliant with a 12" wafer supply unit (optional). Is possible to achieve a mounting capability of 4,500 uph. Can handle a variety of chip types ranging in size from 0.3 to 18 mm. Two types of wafer ejectors come standard.

Yamaha Motor, www.yamaha-motor.com