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Anode and cathode

Anode and cathode

Anode and cathode. A brief and simple explanation of the principle of which electrode of the device is the anode and which is the cathode.

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Corrosion of electrical connectors

Corrosion of electrical connectors

Corrosion of electrical connectors is related to various factors. Key aspects include contact finish and moisture ingress.

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5 min
Electrical connectors contact finish

Electrical connectors contact finish

The contact finish in electrical connectors has a huge impact on the correct transmission of signals or the delivery of power.

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7 min
Types of FMEA analyses

Types of FMEA analyses

D-FMEA, P-FMEA, S-FMEA, C-FMEA, R-FMEA, or maybe FMECA or FMEDA? Discover the types of FMEA analyses and their applications.

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5 min
FMEA history

FMEA history

FMEA analysis has its origins in the 1940s. Learn about the interesting history and current standards.

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4 min
Rework, Repair or Modification

Rework, Repair or Modification

The distinction between the terms rework, repair, and modification is crucial in customer-supplier relations.

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4 min
Dendrites and corrosion in electronics

Dendrites and corrosion in electronics

Electrochemical migration and the resulting dendrites are the cause of many electronic device failures.

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6 min
Moisture vs. component MSL levels

Moisture vs. component MSL levels

SMD components can be sensitive to moisture. Learn about the MSL levels and recommendations of the IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033 standard.

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5 min
Wave soldering profile

Wave soldering profile

Wave soldering requires ensuring the right temperature-time profile. Learn about the key requirements.

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4 min
Reflow soldering profile

Reflow soldering profile

Reflow soldering requires an appropriate temperature-time profile. Learn about the main aspects of correct profiling.

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5 min
Soldering : Flux

Soldering : Flux

Flux is a substance that removes metal oxides from surfaces to be soldered. Learn about the application and classification of fluxes.

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5 min
Soldering : SMT pastes

Soldering : SMT pastes

Solder paste is a powdered alloy mixed with a flux. Learn more about the function, types per to J-STD-005 and recommendations for use.

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