Eric, 
Daan is right, and I wouldn't bother with anything more than the visual
inspection on the visible side of the joints.
Once we found opens between the pins and the component on the component
after wave soldering. If your concern is because of an electrical
failure,you have to make a more thorough investigation. Just a thought.
Gaby
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> Subject:      [TN] Inspecting PGAs after wave solder
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> Hey all.
> 
> How should one go about inspecting PGAs after wave soldering?  I've
> checked the archives, but can't find anything.  I would imagine that you'd
> have to use X-ray equipment, but are there specific angle to take shots
> from?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> 
> Eric Kalgren
> BFGoodrich Aerospace
> Space Flight Systems
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