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Hi Joel,
Welcome to the never-never RoHS-world.
There are 2 possible reasons for PCB base material delamination in Pb-free
soldering: (1) thermal decomposition of the resin, (2) excessive water vapor
pressure.
In your case, it seems root cause (2) since you did not bake, but you cannot
rule out (1).
You need to consider, that the same moisture content results in doubling the
vapor pressure at the higher Pb-free soldering temperatures.
You say that you are "using the high temp laminate suggested for our process"—
who suggested the laminates?
I wrote a White Paper "Recommendations for PCB FAB Notes and Specifications
in Printed Circuit Board Drawings for SnPb and Lead-Free Soldering Assemblies,
the Qualification of PCB Shops and Activities to Assure Continued Quality" and
give a full day workshop on this subject matter [see details on both on my
website] because of the problems the industry has experienced.
Regards,
Werner Engelmaier
Engelmaier Associates, L.C.
Electronic Packaging, Interconnection and Reliability Consulting
7 Jasmine Run
Ormond Beach, FL 32174 USA
Phone: 386-437-8747, Cell: 386-316-5904
E-mail: [log in to unmask], Website: www.engelmaier.com
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