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MacDermid Alpha Introduces Reworkable Edgebond for High-Reliability Electronics
February 6, 2025 | MacDermid Alpha Electronics SolutionsEstimated reading time: 1 minute
In an era where high-performance and sustainable manufacturing practices are crucial, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions is redefining industry standards with the launch of ALPHA® HiTech® CF31-4026. Designed to enhance the reliability and sustainability of high-temperature electronic assemblies, this reworkable edgebond addresses key industry challenges - rising material costs, operational complexity, and the push for more sustainable manufacturing.
Engineered to meet the demands of advanced electronic applications, ALPHA HiTech CF31-4026 is a game-changer for manufacturers looking to enhance product reliability while reducing material waste and lowering overall costs. Ideal for high-reliability applications in automotive electronics and high-performance computing, this solution ensures components endure extreme conditions without compromise.
“High-reliability electronics require robust solutions that not only perform under extreme temperatures but also support sustainable manufacturing practices,” said Tiang Chuan Hng, Global Product Manager for Polymer Reinforcement Adhesives. “ALPHA HiTech CF31-4026 provides exactly that. Its reworkable nature enables manufacturers to rework components without compromising the integrity of the assembly, promoting both cost-effectiveness and sustainability.”
A Breakthrough for Advanced Electronics Assembly
Electronic devices are becoming increasingly complex, with manufacturers facing significant challenges in ensuring product reliability, particularly in demanding environments. ALPHA HiTech CF31-4026 rises to meet these challenges by delivering exceptional thermal cycling performance, improved adhesion, and superior board-level reliability.
With its innovative reworkable design, ALPHA HiTech CF31-4026 provides manufacturers with greater flexibility. It allows for component removal at lower temperatures, starting from 185°C, enabling quick rework and reducing material waste. This makes it an ideal solution for advanced manufacturing applications where both process efficiency and sustainability are integral.
Key Features:
- Thermal performance: High Tg and low CTE deliver superior thermal cycling durability.
- Reworkable design: Reduces total cost of ownership and supports high-yield manufacturing.
- Exceptional bonding: Provides strong adhesion to PCBs, ensuring reliability in critical applications.
- Slump resistance: Maintains component integrity in dense PCB designs.
Manufacturers seeking to optimize the performance of their high-reliability applications can benefit from ALPHA HiTech CF31-4026’s innovative design, which ensures reliability under the most demanding conditions while also addressing critical sustainability concerns. This next-generation edgebond is set to redefine how manufacturers approach board-level reliability and process efficiency in high-performance electronics.
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