What is Lead frame?

A thin metal sheet combining the pad that holds the chip with the external terminals (leads). It is used in packages such as QFP.

Field: Packaging and assembly

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Questions that mention Lead frame (3)

  1. What is the step called that attaches and fixes the chip at a set position on a lead frame or substrate?
  2. Which correctly describes wire bonding?
  3. Which materials are commonly used for lead frames?

Related terms

Wire bonding Die bonding Backgrinding BGA CSP (chip-scale package) Dicing Flip chip Reflow soldering Thermal resistance Underfill

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