White paper: parameters important for surface-mount applications of MLCs
‘Parameters important for surface-mount applications of multi-layer ceramic capacitors’
With increasing use of multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCs) in surface-mount technology (SMT), the understanding of the mechanical properties and thermal stress resistance parameters of MLCs is essential for zero-defect soldering and sub-ppm failure rates. This paper from AVX reviews various aspects of SMT, including zero-defect design, placement considerations, soldering techniques, thermal stress resistance parameters and post-solder handling.
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