Hello Frank,

Most electroless nickel baths used in the ENIG process generate a mid-range phosphorous content.  The phosphorous content is typically 5 - 9% by weight or more preferably 7 - 8% by weight in the plated nickel deposit.  Each chemical supplier/manufacturer will recommend the ideal phosphorous content for their process.  I recommend that you contact the major U.S. chemical suppliers of electroless nickel baths (MacDermid, Atotech, Dow Electronic Materials, Technic).  They can give guidance on a good specification range for phosphorous.  

Best regards,

Tony Lentz
Chemist/Field Application
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Subject: [TN] Phosphorus content in Electroless Nickel

Hey FAB Guys (or Chemical types or anyone else who might help), What should the P content in the Electroless Nickel bath be?
I am concerned some of our suppliers are running to high.
This could be the cause of some Brittle Fracture failures I have been seeing.
What would you consider a good range for Phosphorus percentage in the Electroless Nickel bath?
Thanks,
FNK

Frank N Kimmey CID+
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