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BGA component masking dam and a method of manufacturing with the BGA component masking dam

US11172580B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 24, 2017
Grant dateNov 9, 2021
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Expiry dateJun 6, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05K2203/1377
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The proposed masking dam protects ball grid array integrated circuit components from conformal coating overflow, preventing joint breakage and thermal mismatch. The masking dam includes a frame with an integrated seal, a cover, and a fastening mechanism. The frame is sealed to a circuit board surround a component, the cover is attached to the frame, and the masking dam is secured to protect the component.

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