July 2014

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AN2639

Application note

Soldering recommendations and package information for Lead-free

ECOPACK microcontrollers

Introduction

package to meet customer requirements.

The mounting technologies are Surface mount technology (SMT), and Through hole

technology (THT). Beside the available mounting technology, the choice is often driven by

technical and economical concerns. This application note describes the various package

types used for microcontrollers, introduces the different mounting technologies, and gives

soldering recommendations.

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