SNVSCW3 November 2024 LM644A2-Q1
PRODUCTION DATA
100% automated visual inspection (AVI) post-assembly is typically required to meet requirements for high reliability and robustness. Optimized QFN packages do not have solderable or exposed pins and terminals that are easily viewed. Visually determining whether or not the package is successfully soldered onto the printed-circuit board (PCB) is therefore difficult. The wettable-flank process was developed to resolve the issue of side-lead wetting of leadless packaging. The LM644A2-Q1 is assembled using a 24-pin, enhanced HotRod QFN package with wettable flanks to provide a visual indicator of solderability, which reduces the inspection time and manufacturing costs.