Step 1: Solder Paste Printing
Solder paste printing is the first step in PCBA processing. We apply solder paste to the area of the printed circuit board where components need to be assembled. This step is accomplished by applying solder paste on the stainless steel template, which corresponds to the circuit board, and the solder paste drips from the holes of the template onto the PCB. 96.5% tin is gray and it contains 3% silver and 0.5% copper. In order to protect the environment, FS Technology uses lead-free solder paste. The solder paste will be heated and melted in step 3 and form a strong joint
Step 2: Pick and Place of Components
The second step of the PCBA processing flow is to place the components on the PCB, which is completed by a high-speed SMT placement machine. At design time, the PCB designer creates a file, which is used to control the SMT device. The file identifies the X, Y coordinates of the PCB assembly, and thanks to this information, the pick and place machine accurately places the SMD components on top of the solder paste through the vacuum nozzle.