Die attach solder paste is a high-performance electronic packaging material specifically designed for the soldering of chips to substrates (such as ceramic, metal, or PCB). It achieves high thermal conductivity and high reliability die attach connections through metallurgical bonding, replacing traditional adhesives (such as silver paste).
I. Core Functions and Positioning
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Application Scenarios:
- Mainly used in semiconductor packaging (e.g., IGBT, SiC modules), LED chips (flip-chip/wire-bond), Mini/Micro LED displays, automotive electronics, and other high-power, high-density device packaging.
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Replaces silver paste: Solves problems of traditional silver paste such as poor thermal conductivity (only
1.5-25 W/m·K), easy aging, and high cost.
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Core Advantages:
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Ultra-high Thermal Conductivity: Tin-based alloys (e.g.,
SnAgCu,SnSb10) have thermal conductivity up to45-67 W/m·K, 3-5 times that of silver paste, significantly reducing chip junction temperature (measured decrease up to 16%). -
High Reliability: Solder joint shear strength
>40MPa(2-3 times that of silver paste), passing stringent tests (e.g.,AEC-Q200vibration,-40℃~125℃thermal shock). -
Precision Soldering: Ultra-fine powder (
T6/T7grade,5-15μm), can fill micron-level gaps (void rate<5%), adaptable to Mini LED and other micro-chips (as small as0.127mm).
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Ultra-high Thermal Conductivity: Tin-based alloys (e.g.,
II. Technical Characteristics
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Material Composition:
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Alloy Composition: Commonly used
SnAgCu(SAC305),SnSb10,SnBiAg, etc., with melting points covering 138℃ (medium temperature) to 300℃ (ultra-high temperature), adapting to different temperature resistance requirements. -
Flux: Low-residue, highly thixotropic formula, ensuring dispensing accuracy (viscosity
10,000-25,000cps). Residues after soldering are minimal and do not affect optical performance.
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Alloy Composition: Commonly used
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Process Adaptability:
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Packaging Methods: Supports dispensing by dispensing machines/die bonders (syringe packaging) or stencil printing, with dispensing cycles as fast as
240ms. - Curing Methods: Reflow soldering (recommended) or constant temperature soldering station, completing soldering within 5 minutes (silver paste requires 30 minutes).
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Packaging Methods: Supports dispensing by dispensing machines/die bonders (syringe packaging) or stencil printing, with dispensing cycles as fast as
III. Typical Application Areas
| Field | Application Cases | Core Value |
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| LED Packaging | Mini/Micro LED flip chips, COB light sources, high-power LEDs | Reduces light decay (luminous flux only decreases by 5% in 1000 hours) |
| Power Semiconductors | IGBT modules, SiC/GaN devices, automotive electronic control systems | Increases conversion efficiency by 1.5%, reduces volume by 20% |
| Automotive Electronics | LiDAR, camera modules, tire pressure monitoring | Passes ISO16750-3 wide temperature range test (-40℃~125℃) |
| Advanced Packaging | 2.5D/3D integration, chip-silicon interposer connection | Reduces signal loss, supports >5Gbps transmission |
| Type | Melting Point Range (℃) | Core Alloy Example | Applicable Scenarios and Products |
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| High-temperature, High-silver Solder Paste | ~217 |
Sn96.5/Ag3.0/Cu0.5
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Conventional COB, light strips, LED digital tubes/lamp beads, CSP/MIP lamp beads, sensors, flip-chip lamp beads, SiP packaging Products: ES-1000, ES-1006, ES-1200
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| High-temperature Tin-antimony Solder Paste | 270-280 |
Sn90/Sb10
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Conventional flip-chips, IGBTs, SiC modules Products: ES-1100
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IV. Key Parameters and Selection Guide
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Selection Criteria:
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Temperature Resistance Requirements: For high-temperature scenarios (>200℃), choose
SnSb10(melting point 280℃); for heat-sensitive chips, choose medium-temperatureSnBiAg(melting point 138-183℃). -
Precision Requirements: For small-sized chips (<20mil), prioritize
T7powder (2-12μm).
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Temperature Resistance Requirements: For high-temperature scenarios (>200℃), choose
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Storage and Use:
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Requires refrigeration at
2-10℃; warm to room temperature for 1 hour before use. - It is recommended to use within 48 hours after opening.
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Requires refrigeration at
Summary
Die attach solder paste, with its metal-grade thermal conductivity, precision soldering capability, and industrial-grade reliability, has become a revolutionary material for high-power electronic packaging. Its technological evolution continues to push the performance boundaries of semiconductors, display technology, and automotive electronics, such as the improved yield of Mini LED mass production and the breakthrough of heat dissipation bottlenecks in third-generation semiconductors.


