A Series
C&D has invested in a Qualmark OVS-1 HALT tester capable of applying
voltage and temperature extremes as well as 6-axis, linear and rotational,
random vibration. A typical HALT profile (shown above) consists of thermal
cycling (–55 to +125°C, 30°C/minute) and simultaneous, gradually increas-
ing, random longitudinal and rotational vibration up to 20G’s with load cycling
and applied-voltage extremes added as desired. Many devices in C&D’s new
A-Series could not be made to fail prior to reaching either the limits of the
HALT chamber or some previously known physical limit of the device. We
also use the HALT chamber and its ability to rapidly cool devices to verify
their "cold-start" capabilities.
Qualification
For each new product, electrical performance is verified via a comprehensive
characterization process and long-term reliability is confirmed via a rigorous
qualification procedure. The qual procedure includes such strenuous tests as
thermal shock and 500 hour life. Qual testing is summarized below.
Typical HALT Profile
100
80
60
Temperature (°C)
40
20
0
–20
–40
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
Test Time (minutes)
0
20
Random Vibration (G's)
40
1 5 - 2 0 W, D UA L O U T P U T D C / D C C O N V E RT E R S
In-Line Process Controls and Screening
A combination of statistical sampling and 100% inspection techniques keeps
our assembly line under constant control. Parameters such as solder-paste
thickness, component placement, cleanliness, etc. are statistically sampled,
charted and fine tuned as necessary. Visual inspections are performed by
trained operators after pick-and-place, soldering and cleaning operations.
Units are 100% electrically tested prior to potting. All devices are temperature
cycled, burned-in, hi-pot tested and final-electrical tested prior to external
visual examination, packing and shipping.
Rapid Response to Problems
C&D employs an outstanding corrective-action system to immediately
address any detected shortcomings in either products or processes. When-
ever our assembly, quality or engineering personnel spot a product/process
problem, or if a product is returned with a potential defect, we immediately
perform a detailed failure analysis and, if necessary, undertake corrective
actions. Over time, this system has helped refine our assembly operation to
yield one of the lowest product defect rates in the industry.
Qualification Testing
Qualification Test
HALT
High Temperature Storage
Thermal Shock
Temperature/Humidity
Lead Integrity
Life Test
Marking Permanency
End Point Electrical Tests
* Interim electrical test at 200 hours.
Method/Comments
C&D in-house procedure
Max. rated temp., 1,000 hours
10 cycles, –55 to +125°C
+85°C, 85% humidity, 48 hours
C&D in-house procedure
+70°C, 500 hours*
C&D in-house procedure
Per product specification
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C&D Technologies, Inc. makes no representation that the use of its products in the circuits described herein, or the use of other technical
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