Simplify and Speed Up QFN and LGA device rework StencilMate™ has been honored with the coveted Vision Award for 2010 Product of the Year under the Rework Products category.
Are you tired of the existing leadless device rework methods being in the hands of process experts due to the complexities and the dexterity required? Are you looking for a faster, more fool-proof leadless rework method? The new StencilMate™ process is an answer to your QFN and LGA rework problems. This unique method simplifies the leadless device rework process allowing for better yields and faster rework times.
The StencilMate ™ stencils are packaged and delivered to you the way you want. Stencils are custom made to your exact requirements without tooling charges. They are packaged such that those building PCB prototypes or removing and replacing leadless devices can use them.
The simple nature of the StencilMate™ rework process allows even the beginning repair technician to reliably and quickly replace leadless device packages such as QFNs or LGA packages. Alignment is simple with the edges of the stencil being "squared up" with the sides of the package thereby eliminating the need to use custom fixtures or frames. The adhesive is engineered such that it has enough “tack” to be held in place once you have aligned the stencil but not too much “tack” such that if you are misaligned it is impossible to start over. After the device has been reflowed, the stencil is simply peeled off and is ready to place.
These rework "bumping" stencils simplify the replacement of leadelss device packages such as LGAs, QFNs and others. StencilMate™ stencils are manufactured to your exacting specifications with the data taken from your device data sheet. The stencil is cut using a laser to your exacting device requirements. The stencil is aligned to the prepped device and reflowed. After reflow the stencil is simply peeled away and the device cleaned. Now this bumped device can be placed by other conventional means or aligned using the mating StencilMate™ stencil adhered to the PCB.
The StencilMate ™ stencils are packaged and delivered to you the way you want. Stencils are custom made to your exact requirements without tooling charges. They are packaged such that those building PCB prototypes or removing and replacing leadless devices can use them.
StencilMate™ stencils are packaged in groups of (20) in a small antistatic bag. Each packet also consists of enough stencils to "bump" (20) parts or or enough StencilMate™ device / board pairs to rework (10) devices. Squeegees are sold separately.
Simplify and Speed Up QFN and LGA device rework
StencilMate ™ rework stenciling process consists of either a single stencil "bumping" the pads of the part OR a part "bumping" stencil and its mate residing on the PCB which helps to guide the bumps to the correct location on the board. The stencils can be made quickly without tooling charges in almost any possible array pattern, including various pitches and ground pad configurations.
StencilMate ™ rework stencils will accurately and repeatably place "bumps" on the leadless devices requiring rework. These rework stencils will accurately form a new array of bumps with basic operator skill. These stencils place the solder "bumps" to within a tight tolerance. The "bumping" stencil relies on edge registration so that the user "squares up" the stencil with the package being "bumped".
The mating StencilMate ™ stencil resides permanently on the PCB site location and provides the matching "wells" for the "bumps" to align and be placed in. Users can "feel" when the "bumps" fir snuggly into the stencil aperatires thereby assuring alignment. This happens without the use of a high end vision system.
StencilMate ™ rework stencils can be used on the smallest pitch state of the art QFNS, LGAs and other leadless package types. These stencils have been used on parts with pitches down to 0.35mm and package sizes down to 1 x 1 mm!
StencilMate ™ stencils are packaged in groups of (20) in a small antistatic bag. Each packet also consists of enough stencils to "bump" (20) parts or or enough StencilMate ™ device / board pairs to rework (10) devices. Squeegees are sold separately.
Other rework methods are either capital intensive or require a high degree of skill or require long lead time expensive tooling for each every pattern. Area array rework systems requiring that the part be inverted, printed using custom tooling for every package configuration and then aligned and placed are capital intensive and require programming and profiling skills. Semi automated rework systems which dispense paste on the board and then align part are capital and programming intensive.
We can process your StencilMate™ stencils using its LASER machining capabilities eliminating the need for mechanical fixturing which is expensive and takes time to manufacture. There are no tooling costs associated with any new StencilMate ™ patterns ordered.
StencilMate ™ leadless device rework stencils are designed to work with your existing tool set. You can use any adequate reflow source including hot air or IR tools, area array rework system or oven.
To order your custom Leadless Device rework StencilMate please select the number of apertures (The price is based on the number of apertures) and upload the datasheet or Gerber file for your BGA component.
The StencilMate part number is optional. If you are providing the StencilMate part number you do not need to upload any file. And if you upload a file you don't need to provide the part number. But it is REQUIRED to provide at least ONE of both. Standard lead time is (5) business days, 24-48hr expedites are also available. StencilMate comes in a pack of 20 (10/part, 10/board) BGA rework stencils.
| Number of apertures | Price | Number of apertures | Price |
| Up to 425 | $80.00 | 426 to 600 | $90.00 |
| 601 to 960 | $120.00 | 960 to 1400 | $160.00 |
| 1401 to 2000 | $190.00 | 2001+ | $220.00 |
| Minimum Aperture Size | .002in (.05mm) |
| Stencil Material | .Plastic film with release liner. Adhesive is an acrylic hgih temperature-rated type of adhesive. |
| Minimum Pitch | .020in (0.3mm) |
| Maximum Stencil Size | Approx 4 x 4in (100mm x 100mm) |
We accept either standard GERBER files, part data sheets or CAD files.
StencilMate(TM) stencils are packaged in groups of (10) sets for part/board or (20) pieces for the bumping of just the parts.
