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Surface Finish: Tune in to the Latest Podcast Episode of On the Line with… ASC Sunstone
September 4, 2024 | I-Connect007Estimated reading time: Less than a minute
Don't miss episode 11 of "On the Line with… ASC Sunstone: Designing for Reality," in which ASC Sunstone’s General Manager, Matt Stevenson, discusses the critical topic of surface finishes in PCB manufacturing.
Continuing our deep dive into the PCB manufacturing process, Matt discusses the various types of surface finishes, including Hot Air Solder Leveling (HASL), Immersion Silver, ENIG (Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold), ENIPIG (Electroless Nickel Immersion Palladium Immersion Gold), and Immersion Tin. Each finish is broken down in terms of its benefits, drawbacks, and ideal applications, offering listeners valuable insights into choosing the right finish for their specific needs.
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