Kester University Course Summaries
Lead-Free Wave Soldering and Rework
Course Summary
This course is designed to assist a company implement lead-free wave soldering assembly operations reliably and cost effectively. The course covers the main issues with lead-free soldering in wave and its rework operation.
The course is designed for easy implementation of lead-free wave soldering; the course offers technical information coupled with practical information on how to prevent process issues usually associated with lead-free soldering. Successful case studies are also discussed showing solutions to issues normally encountered with lead-free assembly.
The course details the "8 Steps to Lead-free Wave Soldering", in the implementation of a lead-free wave process. If you are seeking to be in a position to implement lead-free soldering or in the process of drafting an implementation plan, this course will be of benefit. If you are or have implemented a lead-free process, this course will help greatly in developing solid understanding of the process variables. Monitoring these variables will increase production yields and product reliability with your lead-free wave soldering operation.
Attendee Profile
This course is designed for process engineers who are or will be implementing lead-free in their wave and rework operations. It will also benefit line supervisors, group leaders, and line operators wishing to understand these processes for immediate implementation of effective process solutions.
Course Duration
8 hours of technical presentation.
4 hours on-line, additional on site process audit course also available.
Course Materials
Powerpoint presentations, complete workbook, and numerous technical hand-outs during the training course. Visual aids used extensively.
Certification
Certificates satisfying ISO training requirements are issued to participants who complete the course in its entirety.
Course Content
• Lead-free Legislative and Global Update
• Lead-free alloy selection for wave soldering
• Liquid flux chemistry selection
• Solderability and lead-free
• Component and board finishes
• Material compatibility and reliability
• Lead-free wave soldering process variables
• Lead-free wave process optimization
• Reworking lead-free and lead-free hand soldering
• Trouble-shooting and defects prevention in wave soldering
• Rework inspection criteria
• 8 Steps to a Lead-Free Wave Process
Course Location
Kester University Training Center
This course is offered at our Des Plaines Training Center. The facility is equipped with assembly process equipment using lead-free solders as well as a complete suite of laboratory testing equipment including X-ray vision apparatus to enable examination of joints for voiding.
Hands-on courses, combined with solid classroom based technical presentations are widely recognized as an excellent method to learn and retain important information. This course can be offered either with or without a hands-on tuition element.
On-Site Training
The course can be offered at your plant location for maximum accessibility by your staff. Additional hands-on training can be scheduled to accompany this course's technical presentations. A process audit with your staff can be performed to assist you with lead-free wave implementation.
Training courses can be customized to suit your specific process needs. This is an effective way to get the right training for your personnel on your existing production equipment.
Courses
Course number KU-013
This is a full day classroom education at the Kester Training Center in Des Plaines, Illinois. Includes training materials, certification, and lunch. Please call for pricing and group discount.
Course number KU-014
This additional 4 hour hands on application course covers materials learned in KU-013 class. KU-013 is strongly recommended before taking this course. Held at the Kester Training Center in Des Plaines, Illinois. Includes training materials and certification. Please call for group discount.
Course number KU-015
On-site Lead-Free Wave Soldering and Rework course without hands-on training for a maximum of 12 people plus travel expenses. Includes training materials, all handouts, and certification. Please call for pricing.
Course number KU-016
On-site Lead-Free Wave Soldering and Rework course with 4 hours of additional hands-on training for a maximum of 12 people plus travel expenses. Includes training materials, all handouts, and certification. Please call for pricing.
Course number KU-017 (Without hands-on training)
Course number KU-018 (With hands-on training)
On-site Lead-Free Wave Soldering and Rework course customized for your specific needs. These include all training materials, technical handouts, and certification. Please call for pricing.
To reserve your Kester University training course today call Gary Nicholls at
800-253-7837 or talk to your local Kester representative.
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