It is noted that SCS7 joints are thinner as compared to other lead free solder such as SAC305. Why is that so?
A9. This is due to intrinsic properties of SCS7, as it has a lower surface tension and higher fluidity than SAC305 at normal wave soldering process temperatures. Although SCS7 joints are thinner as compared to SAC305 joints, pull / shear tests comparison data have shown SCS7 joints to have comparable strengths as compared to SAC305 solder joints.
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