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April 7, 2010
Lead-free Assemblies Reworked with Leaded Solder Can circuit board assemblies originally built using lead-free solder be reworked successfully using leaded solder? I realize the assemblies may not comply with RoHS requirements, but will they be as reliable? Do you have any general recommendations for changes to the rework process? Can you point to any industry specifications or documentation? J. T. |
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This is a very common situation. The most important thing is that you MUST remove all traces of the old lead free solder. I would wick, re-tin with leaded solder and wick again. Once this is done then you can safely rework the area with leaded solder. Just be careful with all these heating operations and use a direct power soldering system, it will provide the maximum safety for your PCB assembly.
Regional Sales Manager OK International Inc. Mr. Zamborsky serves as one of OK's technology advisers to the Product Development group. Ed has authored articles and papers on topics such as; Low Volume SMT Assembly, Solder Fume Extraction, SMT Rework, BGA Rework, Lead Free Hand Soldering, Lead Free Visual Inspection and Lead Free Array Rework.
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