Ironwood Electronics Solder Column Interface Soldering Techniques - Manual (Page 2)

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Solder Column Interface Soldering Techniques (continued)
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See manufacturer’s recommendation for your specific application.
(6) Clean PCB with the flux manufacturers recommended process. The picture of the solder
connection is shown in Figures 4 and 5.
250
200
150
100
50
0
100 200 300 400 500
Preheat Flux Activation Reflow Cool-Down
<2°C
per Second
150 - 180 Seconds
<2°C
per Second
1° to 3°C
per Second
Time (seconds)
Temperature (°C)
Maximum Package Body Temperature
Solder Temperature Melting Point
Example 63/37 Reflow Profile
Figure 4: Magnified View of Solder
Connections
Figure 5: Solder Connections