GE Industrial Solutions 12V MicroTLynx 12A - Manual (Page 25)

GE
Data Sheet
12V MicroTLynx TM 12A: Non-Isolated DC-DC Power Modules
4.5Vdc –14Vdc input; 0.69Vdc to 5.5Vdc output; 12A Output Current
May 2, 2013 ©2013 General Electric Company. All rights reserved. Page 25
Surface Mount Information
Pick and Place
The 12V Micro TLynx TM modules use an open frame construction
and are designed for a fully automated assembly process. The
modules are fitted with a label designed to provide a large
surface area for pick and place operations. The label meets all
the requirements for surface mount processing, as well as
safety standards, and is able to withstand reflow temperatures
of up to 300
o C. The label also carries product information such
as product code, serial number and the location of manufacture.
Nozzle Recommendations
The module weight has been kept to a minimum by using open
frame construction. Variables such as nozzle size, tip style,
vacuum pressure and placement speed should be considered to
optimize this process. The minimum recommended inside
nozzle diameter for reliable operation is 3mm. The maximum
nozzle outer diameter, which will safely fit within the allowable
component spacing, is 7 mm.
Bottom Side / First Side Assembly
This module is not recommended for assembly on the bottom
side of a customer board. If such an assembly is attempted,
components may fall off the module during the second reflow
process. If assembly on the bottom side is planned, please
contact GE for special manufacturing process instructions.
Only ruggedized (-D version) modules with additional epoxy will
work with a customer’s first side assembly. For other versions,
first side assembly should be avoided
Lead Free Soldering
The 12V Micro TLynx TM modules are lead-free (Pb-free) and RoHS
compliant and fully compatible in a Pb-free soldering process.
Failure to observe the instructions below may result in the
failure of or cause damage to the modules and can adversely
affect long-term reliability.
Pb-free Reflow Profile
Power Systems will comply with J-STD-020 Rev. C
(Moisture/Reflow Sensitivity Classification for Nonhermetic Solid
State Surface Mount Devices) for both Pb-free solder profiles
and MSL classification procedures. This standard provides a
recommended forced-air-convection reflow profile based on the
volume and thickness of the package (table 4-2). The suggested
Pb-free solder paste is Sn/Ag/Cu (SAC). The recommended linear
reflow profile using Sn/Ag/Cu solder is shown in Fig. 51.
Soldering outside of the recommended profile requires testing to
verify results and performance. For questions regarding Land
grid array(LGA) soldering, solder volume; please contact GE for
special manufacturing process instructions
MSL Rating
The 12V Micro TLynx TM modules have a MSL rating of 2a.
Storage and Handling
The recommended storage environment and handling
procedures for moisture-sensitive surface mount packages is
detailed in J-STD-033 Rev. A (Handling, Packing, Shipping
and Use of Moisture/Reflow Sensitive Surface Mount
Devices). Moisture barrier bags (MBB) with desiccant are
required for MSL ratings of 2 or greater. These sealed
packages should not be broken until time of use. Once
the original package is broken, the floor life of the
product at conditions of
≤ 30°C and 60% relative
humidity varies according to the MSL rating (see J-STD-
033A). The shelf life for dry packed SMT packages will be
a minimum of 12 months from the bag seal date, when
stored at the following conditions: < 40° C, < 90% relative
humidity.
Figure 51. Recommended linear reflow profile using
Sn/Ag/Cu solder.
Post Solder Cleaning and Drying Considerations
Post solder cleaning is usually the final circuit-board
assembly process prior to electrical board testing. The
result of inadequate cleaning and drying can affect both
the reliability of a power module and the testability of the
finished circuit-board assembly. For guidance on
appropriate soldering, cleaning and drying procedures,
refer to Board Mounted Power Modules: Soldering and
Cleaning Application Note (AN04-001).
Per J-STD-020 Rev. C
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
Reflow Time (Seconds)
R
efl
ow
T
em
p
(°
C
)
Heating Zone
1°C/Second
Peak Temp 260°C
* Min. Time Above 235°C
15 Seconds
*Time Above 217°C
60 Seconds
Cooling
Zone