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Technical Bulletin Jan 09
Common failure mechanisms in conformal coating: Orange Peel
In conformal coating, there are several mechanisms that cause failure of printed circuit boards(PCBs). In a series of technical bulletins SCH will examine the common failure mechanisms inconformal coating including capillary flow, delamination, cracking, loss of adhesion, de-wetting, corrosion, orange peel, pin holes, bubbles and foam.
Conformal Coating Failure Mechanism:Orange Peel
Definition
An uneven textured surface, often appearingdull, which looks like the skin of the orange.
Causes of Orange Peel in Conformal Coating
Factors that can cause orange peel effectinclude:1.
 
The improper application of theconformal coating. This manifests inaerosol or spray gun application wherethe coating is applied too far awayfrom the PCB and the coating is too“dry” on the surface to level out.2.
 
The incorrect thickness of the coatingwhere not enough coating is depositedso that there is insufficient conformalcoating to self level.3.
 
The incorrect cure profile when usingan accelerated curing mechanism. Thiscould be that the flash off zone beforeheat curing is inadequate or the ovenprofile is incorrect.
Examples of Conformal Coating orange peel effect.
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