Circuit Technology Center
Rework. Repair. Reclaim.
Knowledge, tips, and techniques from the leaders in advanced circuit board and component, rework, repair, and reclamation.
April 28, 2009
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Most would agree that BGA rework is nothing to chuckle about, but some of the antics performed by large BGAs when heated are definitely un-funny! We refer to the occasional tendency of larger BGA components to warp during rework.

The type of warping we address here can cause bridging and shorts at the outer corners of the device during replacement. This problem can require more rework at ...
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WOW! A batch of circuit boards were improperly and dramatically drilled in a spot they weren't supposed to be drilled. That can be a tough error to recover from when applied to today's complex boards.

As a result the customer found himself with a scrap heap of worthless product where once there were very valuable ...
Anyone familiar with high-frequency and microwave printed circuits understands the sensitive design considerations each requires. Occasionally, you may encounter the need to reduce a circuit or conductor width when a pad or conductor is violating space requirements.

This type of modification is an extremely delicate operation requiring not only the hands of a surgeon, but may require the use of customized tools modified specifically for the ...
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