Scott,

Another option that we use and like is the use of a high-temperature
aluminum tape. I believe it gives better heat transfer than kapton or glue
while being less of a hassle than solder or adhesive.  We use a product that
KIC markets (www.kicthermal.com) but I'm sure there are probably others.
One caveat; some tapes we tried didn't hold up to reflow temperatures so
you'd want to test them.

Rick Thompson
Ventura Electronics Assembly
2655 Park Center Dr.
Simi Valley, CA 93065

+1 (805) 584-9858   x-304  voice
+1 (805) 584-1529 fax
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From: TechNet [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Rougeux, Scott
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2001 10:36 AM
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Subject: [TN] Thermal profiles at Wave Solder


Good Afternoon,

When profiling assemblies at wave solder what is the preferred method for
attachment of thermocouples?

Glue
Kapton tape
Thermal conductive adhesives
High temp solder
Destructive - Thermocouple embedded in PCB

Just curious on some of the answers I may receive........

Thanks in Advance

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