Solder paste allows high print speeds

Cookson Electronics Assembly Materials launched the Alpha OM-338 PT, a lead-free solder paste. This new product offers pin testability while allowing high print speeds, said the company.

According to Mitch Holtzer, Cookson Electronics' global product manager, the solder paste targets EMS and OEM customers using in-line circuit testing. OM-338PT aims to reduce the number of false negatives recorded when pin probes are used.

The product is said to yield print speeds of up to 150mm/second, on 12 mil squares and 10 mil circles. Alpha OM-338 PT is compatible with Rheopump and Pro-Flow, and passes IPC, Bellcore and HP requirements.