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Is Wave Soldering<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Wave soldering is a bulk soldering process used in Montagem de PCB<\/strong><\/a> to attach electronic components\u2014primarily through-hole components\u2014to a printed circuit board. In this method, the bottom side of the PCB passes over a wave of molten solder, which forms strong and reliable connections between component leads and PCB pads.<\/p>\n

Wave soldering is widely used in traditional electronics manufacturing and is often combined with Montagem SMT<\/strong> in mixed-technology boards that include both surface-mount and through-hole components.<\/p>\n

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What is wave soldering<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

How Wave Soldering Works<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The wave soldering process follows several key steps.<\/p>\n

First, components are inserted into the PCB, either manually or by automated insertion machines. These are typically through-hole components with leads passing through the board.<\/p>\n

Next, the PCB is cleaned and flux is applied to the underside. The flux removes oxidation and prepares the metal surfaces for proper soldering.<\/p>\n

The board then enters a preheating stage, where it is gradually heated to activate the flux and reduce thermal shock.<\/p>\n

After preheating, the PCB passes over a wave of molten solder. As the board moves across the wave, the solder adheres to exposed metal areas, forming joints between the component leads and PCB pads.<\/p>\n

Finally, the board is cooled, allowing the solder to solidify and create durable electrical connections.<\/p>\n