Craig,
I found this application note from ST Micro instructive on reliability of mixed
chemistry BGAs.
http://www.st.com/stonline/products/literature/an/10791.pdf
Reliability is definitely compromised if you don't get complete melting of SAC
balls, but the risk is much higher if end use application is subject to thermal or
mechanical shock. Underfill might improve reliability.
Raye
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