Journal
JOURNAL OF ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
Volume 41, Issue 2, Pages 204-223Publisher
SPRINGER
DOI: 10.1007/s11664-011-1808-5
Keywords
Tin whiskers; ionic contamination; Pb-free assembly; microstructure; high humidity
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This paper describes the results of an intensive whisker formation study on Pb-free assemblies with different levels of cleanliness. Thirteen types of as-received surface-mount and pin-through-hole components were cleaned and intentionally contaminated with solutions containing chloride, sulfate, bromide, and nitrate. Then the parts were assembled on double-sided boards that were also cleaned or intentionally contaminated with three fluxes having different halide contents. The assemblies were subjected to high-temperature/high-humidity testing (85A degrees C/85% RH). Periodic examination found that contamination triggered whisker formation on both exposed tin and solder fillets. Whisker occurrence and parameters depending on the type and level of contamination are discussed. Cross-sections were used to assess the metallurgical aspects of whisker formation and the microstructural changes occurring during corrosion.
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