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A Study of Planar Microvoiding in Pb-free Solder Joints
The DOE study conducted by a major OEM clearly demonstrates that the AlphaSTAR® immersion silver process is intrinsically resistant to cave and microvoid formation, while capable of overcoming copper surface variations.
From IPC Expo / APEX 2007 Technical Conference Proceedings

AlphaSTAR 410 Replenisher Inhibits Creeping Corrosion
Creeping Corrosion:
Frequently Asked Questions The document provides answers to the industry's "Frequently Asked Questions" on Creeping Corrosion and introduces Enthone's industry solution: AlphaSTAR 410 Replenisher.

AlphaSTAR Troubleshooting Guide
The guide provides a list of potential issues with associated symptoms that could be encountered when using any immersion silver process. Potential root causes, with recommended corrective actions are provided for the AlphaSTAR® process.

Packaging, Handling and Shelf Life of AlphaSTAR Immersion Silver
Provides recommendations on the proper storage, packaging and handling of AlphaSTAR-coated PWBs. The information contained in Update 1 is based on simulated and actual production experience.