Solder alloys

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Solder is a metallic material that is used to connect metal workpieces. The choice of specific solder alloys depends on their melting point, chemical reactivity, mechanical properties, toxicity, and other properties. Hence a wide range of solder alloys exist, and only major ones are listed below. Since early 2000s the use of lead in solder alloys is discouraged by several governmental guidelines in the European Union, Japan and other countries, [1] such as Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive.

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Solder alloys

Composition Melting point (°C) Non-toxic Eutectic Comments
Solidus Liquidus
Bi100271YesPureUsed as a non-superconducting solder in low-temperature physics. Does not wet metals well, forms a mechanically weak joint. [2]
In66.7Bi33.372.7
In61.7Bi30.8Cd7.562 [3] CdYes
Bi56Sn30In147991YesChipQuik desoldering alloy, lead-free [4]
In51.0Bi32.5Sn16.560.5YesYes Field's metal
Bi50.0Pb25.0Sn12.5Cd12.571Cd, PbNear Wood's metal, mostly used for casting.
Bi50Pb26.7Sn13.3Cd1070Cd, PbYesCerrobend. Used in low-temperature physics as a solder. [2]
Bi49.5Pb27.3Sn13.1Cd10.170.9Cd, PbNear Lipowitz Metal
Bi50.5Pb27.8Sn12.4Cd9.37073 [5] Cd, PbNo
Bi44.7Pb22.6In19.1Cd5.3Sn8.347Cd, PbYesCerrolow 117. Used as a solder in low-temperature physics. [2]
Bi49Pb18Sn12In2158PbYesCerrolow 136. Slightly expands on cooling, later shows slight shrinkage in couple hours afterwards. Used as a solder in low-temperature physics. [2] Also the ChipQuik desoldering alloy. [6]
Bi49Pb18Sn15In185869 [7] PbNo
Bi48Pb25.4Sn12.8Cd9.6In46165 [8] Cd, PbNo
Bi47.5Pb25.4Sn12.6Cd9.5In55765 [9] Cd, PbNo
Bi58Pb42124126 [10] Pb
Bi58Sn42138 [11] [12] YesYesBi58. Reasonable shear strength and fatigue properties. Combination with lead-tin solder may dramatically lower melting point and lead to joint failure. [13] Low-temperature eutectic solder with high strength. [12] Particularly strong, very brittle. [11] Used extensively in through-hole technology assemblies in IBM mainframe computers where low soldering temperature was required. Can be used as a coating of copper particles to facilitate their bonding under pressure/heat and creating a conductive metallurgical joint. [14] Sensitive to shear rate. Good for electronics. Used in thermoelectric applications. Good thermal fatigue performance. [15] Established history of use. Expands slightly on casting, then undergoes very low further shrinkage or expansion, unlike many other low-temperature alloys which continue changing dimensions for some hours after solidification. [2] https://himikatus.ru/art/phase-diagr1/Bi-Sn.php confirms eutectic at 139 C
Bi52Pb32Sn1696Pbyes?Bi52. Good fatigue resistance combined with low melting point. Reasonable shear strength and fatigue properties. Combination with lead-tin solder may dramatically lower melting point and lead to joint failure. [13]
Bi50.0Pb31.2Sn18.897PbNo Newton's metal
Bi50Pb28Sn22109PbNo Rose's metal. It was used to secure cast iron railings and balusters in pockets in stone bases and steps. Does not contract on cooling.
Bi46Sn34Pb20100105 [16] PbNoBi46
Sn48Bi32Pb20140160 [17] PbNoFor low-temperature soldering of heat-sensitive parts, and for soldering in the vicinity of already soldered joints without their remelting.
Sn43Pb43Bi14144163 [11] PbNoBi14. Good fatigue resistance combined with low melting point. Contains phases of tin and lead-bismuth. [13] Useful for step soldering.
Sn46Pb46Bi8120167 [16] PbNoBi8
Sn89Zn8Bi3191198YesProne to corrosion and oxidation due to its zinc content. On copper surfaces forms a brittle Cu-Zn intermetallic layer, reducing the fatigue resistance of the joint; nickel plating of copper inhibits this. [14]
Sn86.5Zn5.5In4.5Bi3.5174186 [18] YesNoLead-free. Corrosion concerns and high drossing due to zinc content.
Bi57Sn42Ag1137
139
139
140 [19]
YesAddition of silver improves mechanical strength. Established history of use. Good thermal fatigue performance. Patented by Motorola.
Sn91.8Bi4.8Ag3.4211213 [20] YesNoDo not use on lead-containing metallizations. [21]
Sn88In8.0Ag3.5Bi0.5197208YesPatented by Matsushita/Panasonic. [ citation needed ]
Sn99.3Cu0.7Ni?Bi?227 [22] NoK100LD, a lead-free silver-free nickel-stabilized alloy, with low dissolving (LD) of copper. Proprietary to Kester. Similar to Sn99Cu1. The nickel content lowers copper erosion and promotes shiny solder fillet. Bismuth acts in synergy with nickel to further reduce copper dissolution and reduces surface tension. Performance similar to SAC alloys at lower cost. K100LDa has 0.2% copper, used to refill wave soldering pots to counteract copper buildup. Lower than optimal nickel content to avoid patents? [23]
In74Cd26123 [24] CdYes
Pb92Cd8310?Cd, Pb ?For soldering aluminium. [25] [26]
Cd70Sn30140160 [16] CdNoCd70, thermal-free solder. Produces low thermal EMF joints in copper, does not form parasitic thermocouples. Used in low-temperature physics. [2]
Sn40Pb42Cd18145Cd, PbLow melting temperature allows repairing pewter and zinc objects, including die-cast toys.
Sn50Pb32Cd18145 [16] Cd, PbCd18
Cd82.5Zn17.5265 [27] CdYesMedium temperature alloy that provide strong, corrosion-resistant joints on most metals. [27] Also for soldering aluminium and die-cast zinc alloys. [28] Used in cryogenic physics for attaching electrical potential leads to specimens of metals, as this alloy does not become superconductive at liquid helium temperatures. [2]
Cd70Zn30265300 [27] CdNoMedium temperature alloy that provide strong, corrosion-resistant joints on most metals. Works especially well on aluminium-to-aluminium and aluminium-to-copper joints, with excellent corrosion resistance and superior strength in high vibration and high stress applications in electronics, lighting and electrical products. [27]
Cd60Zn40265316 [27] CdNoMedium temperature alloy that provide strong, corrosion-resistant joints on most metals. Works especially well on aluminium-to-aluminium and aluminium-to-copper joints, with excellent corrosion resistance and superior strength in high vibration and high stress applications in electronics, lighting and electrical products. [27]
Zn60Cd40265335CdFor soldering aluminium. Very good wetting. [29]
Zn90Cd10265399CdFor soldering aluminium. Good wetting. [29]
Sn40Zn27Cd33176260 [30] CdNoKappRad [30] Developed specifically to join and repair aluminium and aluminium/copper radiators and heat exchangers. A lower melting point makes delicate repair work easier. [30]
Cd95Ag5338393 [31] CdNoKappTec General purpose solder that will join all solderable metals except aluminium. High temperature, high strength solder. It is used in applications where alloys melting higher than soft solders are required, but the cost and strength of silver-brazing alloys is not necessary. [31]
Cd78Zn17Ag5249316 [32] CdNoKappTecZ High temperature, high strength solder that may be used on most metals, but works extremely well on aluminium, copper and stainless steel. It has a high tolerance to vibration and stress, and good elongation for use on dissimilar metals. Above its liquidus of 600 °F, this solder is extremely fluid and will penetrate the closest joints. [32]
Sn51.2Pb30.6Cd18.2145 [33] Cd, PbYesGeneral-purpose. Maintains creep strength well. Unsuitable for gold.
In70Sn15Pb9.6Cd5.4125 [34] Cd, Pb
In100 157YesPureIn99. Used for die attachment of some chips. More suitable for soldering gold, dissolution rate of gold is 17 times slower than in tin-based solders and up to 20% of gold can be tolerated without significant embrittlement. Good performance at cryogenic temperatures. [35] Wets many surfaces incl. quartz, glass, and many ceramics. Deforms indefinitely under load. Does not become brittle even at low temperatures. Used as a solder in low-temperature physics, will bond to aluminium. Can be used for soldering to thin metal films or glass with an ultrasonic soldering iron. [2]
In75Pb25156165 [12] PbNoLess gold dissolution and more ductile than lead-tin alloys. Used for die attachment, general circuit assembly and packaging closures. [12]
In70Pb30160
165
174 [11]
175 [16] [36]
PbNoIn70. Suitable for gold, low gold-leaching. Good thermal fatigue properties.
In60Pb40174
173
185 [11]
181 [16]
PbNoIn60. Low gold-leaching. Good thermal fatigue properties.
In50Pb50180
178
209 [12]
210 [16]
PbNoIn50. Only one phase. Resoldering with lead-tin solder forms indium-tin and indium-lead phases and leads to formation of cracks between the phases, joint weakening and failure. [13] On gold surfaces gold-indium intermetallics tend to be formed, and the joint then fails in the gold-depleted zone and the gold-rich intermetallic. [37] Less gold dissolution and more ductile than lead-tin alloys. [12] Good thermal fatigue properties.
Pb60In40195225 [16] PbNoIn40. Low gold-leaching. Good thermal fatigue properties.
Pb70In30245260 [16] PbNoIn30
Pb75In25250
240
264 [12]
260 [38]
PbNoIn25. Low gold-leaching. Good thermal fatigue properties. Used for die attachment of e.g. GaAs dies. [37] Used also for general circuit assembly and packaging closures. Less dissolution of gold and more ductile than tin-lead alloy. [12]
Pb81In19270
260
280 [16]
275 [39]
PbNoIn19. Low gold-leaching. Good thermal fatigue properties.
In60Sn40113122 [11] YesNo
In52Sn48118YesYesIn52. Suitable for the cases where low-temperature soldering is needed. Can be used for glass sealing. [14] Sharp melting point. Good wettability of glass, quartz, and many ceramics. Good low-temperature malleability, can compensate for different thermal expansion coefficients of joined materials.
In50Sn50118125 [40] YesNoCerroseal 35. Fairly well wets glass, quartz and many ceramics. Malleable, can compensate some thermal expansion differences. Low vapor pressure. Used in low temperature physics as a glass-wetting solder. [2]
Sn52In48118131 [11] YesNovery low tensile strength
Sn58In42118145 [41] YesNo
Sn37.5Pb37.5In26134181 [16] PbNoIn26
Sn37.5Pb37.5In25134181 [12] PbNoGood wettability. Not recommended for gold. [12]
Sn54Pb26In20130
140
154 [16]
152 [42]
PbNoIn20
Sn70Pb18In12162 [11] PbYesGeneral purpose. Good physical properties.
154167 [43]
In80Pb15Ag5142
149
149 [16]
154 [44]
PbNoIn80. Compatible with gold, minimum gold-leaching. Resistant to thermal fatigue. Can be used in step soldering.
Pb92.5In5Ag2.5300310 [11] PbNoUNS L51510. Minimal leaching of gold, good thermal fatigue properties. Reducing atmosphere frequently used..
Pb90In5Ag5290310 [11] PbNo
Pb92.5In5Au2.5300310 [16] PbNoIn5
Sn83.6Zn7.6In8.8181187 [45] YesNoHigh dross due to zinc. [46]
Sn77.2In20Ag2.8175187 [47] YesNoSimilar mechanical properties with Sn63Pb37, Sn62Pb36Ag2 and Sn60Pb40, suitable lead-free replacement. Contains eutectic Sn-In phase with melting point at 118 °C, avoid use above 100 °C.
Sn86.9In10Ag3.1204205 [48] YesPotential use in flip-chip assembly, no issues with tin-indium eutectic phase.
In97Ag3143 [49] YesYesWettability and low-temperature malleability of indium, strength improved by addition of silver. Particularly good for cryogenic applications. Used for packaging of photonic devices.
In90Ag10143237 [50] YesNoNearly as wettable and low-temperature malleable as indium. Large plastic range. Can solder silver, fired glass and ceramics.
Au82In18451485 [16] YesNoAu82. High-temperature, extremely hard, very stiff.
Pb90Sn10268
275
302 [11]
302 [16]
PbNoSn10, UNS L54520, ASTM10B. Balls for CBGA components, replaced by Sn95.5Ag3.9Cu0.6. [51] Low cost and good bonding properties. Rapidly dissolves gold and silver, not recommended for those. [12] Used for fabrication of car radiators and fuel tanks, for coating and bonding of metals for moderate service temperatures. Body solder. [52] Has low thermal EMF, can be used as an alternative to Cd70 where parasitic thermocouple voltage has to be avoided. [53]
Pb88Sn12254296 [52] PbNoUsed for fabrication of car radiators and fuel tanks, for coating and bonding of metals for moderate service temperatures. Body solder.
Pb85Sn15227288 [52] PbNoUsed for coating tubes and sheets and fabrication of car radiators. Body solder.
Pb80Sn20183280 [16] PbNoSn20, UNS L54711. Used for coating radiator tubes for joining fins. [52]
Pb75Sn25183266 [11] PbNoCrude solder for construction plumbing works, flame-melted. Used for soldering car engine radiators. Used for machine, dip and hand soldering of plumbing fixtures and fittings. Superior body solder. [52]
Pb70Sn30185
183
255
257 [16]
PbNoSn30, UNS L54280, crude solder for construction plumbing works, flame-melted, good for machine and torch soldering. [54] Used for soldering car engine radiators. Used for machine, dip and hand soldering of plumbing fixtures and fittings. Superior body solder. [52]
Pb68Sn32253PbNo"Plumber solder", for construction plumbing works [28]
Pb67Sn33187230PbNoPM 33, crude solder for construction plumbing works, flame-melted, temperature depends on additives
Pb65Sn35183250 [16] PbNoSn35. Used as a cheaper alternative of Pb60Sn40 for wiping and sweating joints. [52]
Pb60Sn40183238 [11]
247 [16]
PbNoSn40, UNS L54915. For soldering of brass and car radiators. [54] For bulk soldering, and where wider melting point range is desired. For joining cables. For wiping and joining lead pipes. For repairs of radiators and electrical systems. [52]
Pb55Sn45183227 [52] PbNoFor soldering radiator cores, roof seams, and for decorative joints.
Sn50Pb50183216 [11]
212 [16]
PbNoSn50, UNS L55030. "Ordinary solder", for soldering of brass, electricity meters, gas meters, formerly also tin cans. General purpose, for standard tinning and sheetmetal work. Becomes brittle below ?150 °C. [55] [28] Low cost and good bonding properties. Rapidly dissolves gold and silver, not recommended for those. [12] For wiping and assembling plumbing joints for non-potable water. [52]
Sn60Pb40183190 [11]
188 [16]
PbNearSn60, ASTM60A, ASTM60B. Common in electronics, most popular leaded alloy for dipping. Low cost and good bonding properties. Used in both SMT and through-hole electronics. Rapidly dissolves gold and silver, not recommended for those. [12] Slightly cheaper than Sn63Pb37, often used instead for cost reasons as the melting point difference is insignificant in practice. On slow cooling gives slightly duller joints than Sn63Pb37. [56]
Sn62Pb38183PbNear"Tinman's solder", used for tinplate fabrication work. [28]
Sn63Pb37183 [57] PbYesSn63, ASTM63A, ASTM63B. Common in electronics; exceptional tinning and wetting properties, also good for stainless steel. One of the most common solders. Low cost and good bonding properties. Used in both SMT and through-hole electronics. Rapidly dissolves gold and silver, not recommended for those. [12] Sn60Pb40 is slightly cheaper and is often used instead for cost reasons, as the melting point difference is insignificant in practice. On slow cooling gives slightly brighter joints than Sn60Pb40. [56]
Sn70Pb30183193 [11] PbNoSn70
Sn75Pb25183238 [58] PbNo
Sn90Pb10183213 [16] PbNoformerly used for joints in food industry
Sn95Pb5238PbNoplumbing and heating
Pb63Sn34Zn3170256PbNoPoor wetting of aluminium. Poor corrosion rating. [59]
Sn30Pb50Zn20177288 [60] PbNoKapp GalvRepair Economical solder for repairing & joining most metals including aluminium and cast iron. Has been used for cast iron and galvanized surface repair. [60]
Sn33Pb40Zn28230275 [60] PbNoEconomical solder for repairing & joining most metals including aluminium and cast iron. Has been used for cast iron and galvanized surface repair. [60]
Pb97.5Ag1.5Sn1309 [11] PbYesAg1.5, ASTM1.5S. High melting point, used for commutators, armatures, and initial solder joints where remelting when working on nearby joints is undesirable. [54] Silver content reduces solubility of silver coatings in molten solder. Not recommended for gold. [12] Standard PbAgSn eutectic solder, wide use in semiconductor assembly. Reducing protective atmosphere (e.g. 12% hydrogen) often used. High creep resistance, for use at both elevated and cryogenic temperatures.
Pb96Sn2Ag2252295 [16] PbPb96
Pb95.5Sn2Ag2.5299304 [11] PbNo
Pb93.5Sn5Ag1.5296
305
301 [11]
306 [16]
PbNoPb94, HMP alloy, HMP. Service temperatures up to 255 °C. Useful for step soldering. Also can be used for extremely low temperatures as it remains ductile down to −200 °C, while solders with more than 20% tin become brittle below −70 °C. Higher strength and better wetting than Pb95Sn5. [56]
Pb92.5Sn5Ag2.5287
299
296 [11]
304 [16]
PbNoPb93.
Pb92Sn5.5Ag2.5286301 [17] PbNoFor higher-temperature applications.
Pb90Sn5Ag5292 [11] PbYes
Pb88Sn10Ag2268
267
290 [11]
299 [61]
PbNoSn10, Pb88. Silver content reduces solubility of silver coatings in the solder. Not recommended for gold. [12] Forms a eutectic phase, not recommended for operation above 120 °C.
Pb80Sn18Ag2252260 [16] PbNoUsed for soldering iron and steel [28]
Pb54Sn45Ag1177210Pbexceptional strength, silver gives it a bright long-lasting finish; ideal for stainless steel [54]
Sn56Pb39Ag5Pb [55]
Sn62.5Pb36Ag2.5179 [11] PbYes
Sn62Pb36Ag2179 [11] PbYesSn62. Common in electronics. The strongest tin-lead solder. Appearance identical to Sn60Pb40 or Sn63Pb37. Crystals of Ag3Sn may be seen growing from the solder. Extended heat treatment leads to formation of crystals of binary alloys. Silver content decreases solubility of silver, making the alloy suitable for soldering silver-metallized surfaces, e.g. SMD capacitors and other silver-metallized ceramics. [55] [56] [13] Not recommended for gold. [12] General-purpose.
Sn61Pb36Ag3205 [62] Pb [55] Often referred as POS61 (Russian : ПОС61) in Russia (silver may not be necessarily present).
Sn97.5Pb1Ag1.5305PbYesImportant for hybrid circuits assembly. [55]
Sn50Pb48.5Cu1.5183215 [63] PbNoSavbit, Savbit 1, Sav1. Minimizes dissolution of copper. Originally designed to reduce erosion of the soldering iron tips. About 100 times slower erosion of copper than ordinary tin/lead alloys. Suitable for soldering thin copper platings and very thin copper wires. [56]
Sn60Pb39Cu1PbNo
Sn60Pb38Cu2183190 [16] [17] PbCu2. Copper content increases hardness of the alloy and inhibits dissolution of soldering iron tips and part leads in molten solder.
Sn62Pb37Cu1183 [17] PbYesSimilar to Sn63Pb37. Copper content increases hardness of the alloy and inhibits dissolution of soldering iron tips and part leads in molten solder.
Sn63Pb37P0.0015-0.04183 [64] PbYesSn63PbP. A special alloy for HASL machines. Addition of phosphorus reduces oxidation. Unsuitable for wave soldering as it may form metal foam.
Pb80Sn12Sb8PbNoUsed for soldering iron and steel [28]
Pb80Sb15Sn5300PbWhite Metal Capping. Used for locking mineshaft winding ropes into their tapered end sockets or 'capels'. [65]
Pb79Sn20Sb1184270PbNoSb1
Pb68Sn30Sb2185243 [16] PbNoPb68
Pb63Sn35Sb2185243 [16] PbNoSb2
Pb55Sn43.5Sb1.5PbNoGeneral purpose solder. Antimony content improves mechanical properties but causes brittleness when soldering cadmium, zinc, or galvanized metals. [28]
Pb97.5Ag2.5303 [11]
304 [16]
PbYesAg2.5, UNS L50132. Used during World War II to conserve tin. Poor corrosion resistance; joints suffered corrosion in both atmospheric and underground conditions, all had to be replaced with Sn-Pb alloy joints. [59] Torch solder.
304579 [66]
Pb96Ag4305Pbhigh-temperature joints [54]
Pb95Ag5305364 [67] PbNo
Pb94.5Ag5.5305
304
364 [16]
343 [68]
PbNoAg5.5, UNS L50180
Sn232YesPureSn99. Good strength, non-dulling. Use in food processing equipment, wire tinning, and alloying. [54] Susceptible to tin pest.
Sn91Zn9199 [69] YesYesKappAloy9 Designed specifically for aluminium-to-aluminium and aluminium-to-copper soldering. It has good corrosion resistance and tensile strength. Lies between soft solder and silver brazing alloys, thereby avoiding damage to critical electronics and substrate deformation and segregation. Best solder for aluminium wire to Copper busses or copper wire to aluminium busses or contacts. [69] UNS#: L91090
Sn85Zn15199260 [69] YesNoKappAloy15 Designed specifically for aluminium-to-aluminium and aluminium-to-copper soldering. It has good corrosion resistance and tensile strength. Lies between soft solder and silver brazing alloys, thereby avoiding damage to critical electronics and substrate deformation and segregation. Has a wide plastic range this makes it ideal for hand soldering aluminium plates and parts, allowing manipulation of the parts as the solder cools. [69]
Sn80Zn20199288 [69] YesNoKappAloy20 For soldering of aluminium. Good wetting. Used extensively in spray wire form for capacitors and other electronic parts. Higher temperature and higher tensile strength compared to 85Sn/15Zn and 91Sn/9Zn. [69]
Sn70Zn30199316 [69] YesNoKappAloy30 For soldering of aluminium. Good wetting. Used extensively in spray wire form for capacitors and other
Sn60Zn40199343 [69] YesNoKappAloy40 For soldering of aluminium. Good wetting. Used extensively in spray wire form for capacitors and other electronic parts. Higher temperature and higher tensile strength compared to 85Sn/15Zn and 91Sn/9Zn. [69] electronic parts. Higher temperature and higher tensile strength compared to 85Sn/15Zn and 91Sn/9Zn. [69]
Zn60Sn40199341YesNoFor soldering aluminium. Good wetting. [29]
Zn70Sn30199376YesNoFor soldering aluminium. Excellent wetting. [59] Good strength.
Zn95Sn5382Yesyes?For soldering aluminium. Excellent wetting. [59]
Sn90Zn7Cu3200222 [70] YesNoKapp Eco-Babbitt [70] Commonly used in capacitor manufacturing as protective coating to shield against electromotive force (EMF) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) with the specified performance of the capacitor, to prevent current and charge leakage out of and within the layers of the capacitor, and to prevent the development of electron flows within the coating material itself, that would diminish capacitor performance, coating, and capacitor life. [70]
Sn50Zn49Cu1200300 [71] YesNoGalvanite Lead-free galvanizing solder formulation designed specifically for high quality repairs to galvanized steel surfaces. Simple, effective and easy to use, in both manufacturing and field applications. Metallurgically bonds to the steel, for a seamless protective barrier. [71]
Sn95Ag3.5Zn1Cu0.5221 [14] YesNo
Sn98Ag2Yes [55]
Sn96.5Ag3.5221 [11] YesYesSn96, Sn96.5, 96S. Fine lamellar structure of densely distributed Ag3Sn. Annealing at 125 °C coarsens the structure and softens the solder. [51] Creeps via dislocation climb as a result of lattice diffusion. [72] Used as wire for hand soldering rework; compatible with SnCu0.7, SnAg3Cu0.5, SnAg3.9Cu0.6, and similar alloys. Used as solder spheres for BGA/CSP components. Used for step soldering and die attachment in high power devices. Established history in the industry. [51] Widely used. Strong lead-free joints. Silver content minimizes solubility of silver coatings. Not recommended for gold. [12] Marginal wetting. Good for step soldering. Used for soldering stainless steel as it wets stainless steel better than other soft solders. Silver content does not suppress dissolution of silver metallizations. [56] High tin content allows absorbing significant amount of gold without embrittlement. [73]
Sn96Ag4221229YesNoASTM96TS. "Silver-bearing solder". Food service equipment, refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, plumbing. [54] Widely used. Strong lead-free joints. Silver content minimizes solubility of silver coatings. Not recommended for gold. [12]
Sn95Ag5221254 [74] YesNoWidely used. Strong lead-free joints. Silver content minimizes solubility of silver coatings. Not recommended for gold. Produces strong and ductile joints on Copper and Stainless Steel. The resulting joints have high tolerance to vibration and stress, with tensile strengths to 30,000 psi on Stainless. [74]
Sn94Ag6221279 [74] YesNoProduces strong and ductile joints on copper and stainless steel. The resulting joints have high tolerance to vibration and stress, with tensile strengths to 30,000 psi on sStainless. [74]
Sn93Ag7221302 [74] YesNoProduces strong and ductile joints on copper and stainless steel. The resulting joints have high tolerance to vibration and stress, with tensile strengths to 31,000 psi on stainless. [74] Audio industry standard for vehicle and home theater speaker installations. Its 7% silver content requires a higher temperature range, but yields superior strength and vibration resistance. [75]
Sn90Au10217 [76] YesYes
Au80Sn20280YesYesAu80. Good wetting, high strength, low creep, high corrosion resistance, high thermal conductivity, high surface tension, zero wetting angle. Suitable for step soldering. The original flux-less alloy, does not need flux. Used for die attachment and attachment of metal lids to semiconductor packages, e.g. kovar lids to ceramic chip carriers. Coefficient of expansion matching many common materials. Due to zero wetting angle requires pressure to form a void-free joint. Alloy of choice for joining gold-plated and gold-alloy plated surfaces. As some gold dissolves from the surfaces during soldering and moves the composition to non-eutectic state (1% increase of Au content can increase melting point by 30 °C), subsequent desoldering requires higher temperature. [77] Forms a mixture of two brittle intermetallic phases, AuSn and Au5Sn. [78] Brittle. Proper wetting achieved usually by using nickel surfaces with gold layer on top on both sides of the joint. Comprehensively tested through military standard environmental conditioning. Good long-term electrical performance, history of reliability. [37] One of the best materials for soldering in optoelectronic devices and components packaging. Low vapor pressure, suitable for vacuum work. Generally used in applications that require a melting temperature over 150 °C. [79] Good ductility. Also classified as a braze.
Sn99.3Cu0.7228 [1] YesYesSn99Cu1. Also designated as Sn99Cu1. Cheap alternative for wave soldering, recommended by the US NEMI consortium. Coarse microstructure with ductile fractures. Sparsely distributed Cu6Sn5. [1] [80] Forms large dendritic ß-tin crystals in a network of eutectic microstructure with finely dispersed Cu6Sn5. High melting point unfavorable for SMT use. Low strength, high ductility. Susceptible to tin pest. [72] Addition of small amount of nickel increases its fluidity; the highest increase occurs at 0.06% Ni. Such alloys are known as nickel modified or nickel stabilized. [81]
Sn97Cu3227
232
250 [82]
332 [52]
YesFor high-temperature uses. Allows removing insulation from an enameled wire and applying solder coating in a single operation. For radiator repairs, stained glass windows, and potable water plumbing.
Sn99Cu0.7Ag0.3217228 [83] YesNoSCA, SAC, or SnAgCu. Tin-silver-copper alloy. Relatively low-cost lead-free alloy for simple applications. Can be used for wave, selective and dip soldering. At high temperatures tends to dissolve copper; copper buildup in the bath has detrimental effect (e.g. increased bridging). Copper content must be maintained between 0.4–0.85%, e.g. by refilling the bath with Sn96.2Ag3.8 alloy (designated e.g. SN96Ce). Nitrogen atmosphere can be used to reduce losses by dross formation. Dull, surface shows formation of dendritic tin crystals.
Sn99Ag0.3Cu0.7Yes
Sn98.5Ag1.0Cu0.5220225YesNearSAC105 alloy contains the least amount of silver among lead-free solders. It is compatible with all flux types and is relatively inexpensive; it exhibits good fatigue resistance, wetting and solder joint reliability
Sn97Cu2.75Ag0.25228314 [52] YesHigh hardness, creep-resistant. For radiators, stained glass windows, and potable water plumbing. Excellent high-strength solder for radiator repairs. Wide range of patina and colors.
Sn96.5Ag3.0Cu0.5217220
218 [16] [84]
YesNearSAC305. It is the JEITA recommended alloy for wave and reflow soldering, with alternatives SnCu for wave and SnAg and SnZnBi for reflow soldering. Usable also for selective soldering and dip soldering. At high temperatures tends to dissolve copper; copper buildup in the bath has detrimental effect (e.g. increased bridging). Copper content must be maintained between 0.4–0.85%, e.g. by refilling the bath with Sn97Ag3 alloy. Nitrogen atmosphere can be used to reduce losses by dross formation. Dull, surface shows formation of dendritic tin crystals. Weakens at thermal cycling, concern of whisker growth, large Ag3Sn intermetallic platelet precipitates causing mechanical weakening and poor shock/drop performance. Tendency to creep. [85]
Sn95.8Ag3.5Cu0.7217218YesNearSN96C-Ag3.5 A commonly used alloy. Used for wave soldering. Usable also for selective soldering and dip soldering. At high temperatures tends to dissolve copper; copper buildup in the bath has detrimental effect (e.g. increased bridging). Copper content must be maintained between 0.4–0.85%, e.g. by refilling the bath with Sn96.5Ag3.5 alloy (designated e.g. SN96Ce). Nitrogen atmosphere can be used to reduce losses by dross formation. Dull, surface shows formation of dendritic tin crystals.
Sn95.6Ag3.5Cu0.9217YesYesDetermined by NIST to be truly eutectic.
Sn95.5Ag4Cu0.5217 [86] YesYesSAC405. Lead-Free, Cadmium free formulation designed specifically to replace lead solders in copper and stainless steel plumbing, and in electrical and electronic applications. [87]
Sn95.5Ag3.9Cu0.6217 [88] YesYesRecommended by the US NEMI consortium for reflow soldering. Used as balls for BGA/CSP and CBGA components, a replacement for Sn10Pb90. Solder paste for rework of BGA boards. [51] Alloy of choice for general SMT assembly.
Sn95.5Ag3.8Cu0.7217 [89] YesNearSN96C. Preferred by the European IDEALS consortium for reflow soldering. Usable also for selective soldering and dip soldering. At high temperatures tends to dissolve copper; copper buildup in the bath has detrimental effect (e.g. increased bridging). Copper content must be maintained between 0.4–0.85%, e.g. by refilling the bath with Sn96.2Ag3.8 alloy (designated e.g. SN96Ce). Nitrogen atmosphere can be used to reduce losses by dross formation. Dull, surface shows formation of dendritic tin crystals.
Sn95.5Cu4Ag0.5226260 [87] YesNoKappFree provides good joint strength, vibration resistance, and thermal cycle fatigue resistance in both piping and electrical products as opposed to tin-lead solders. Higher working temperature. Wets well to brass, copper, and stainless steel. Good electrical conductivity. [87]
Sn95Ag4Cu1Yes
Sn90.7Ag3.6Cu0.7Cr52171050 [90] YesNoC-Solder. Lead-free, low-temperature soldering alloy for joining of various carbon materials including carbon fibres and carbon nanotube fibres in both carbon-carbon and carbon-metal arrangements. Produces mechanically strong and electrically conductive bonds. Provides wetting of carbon [91] and other materials generally considered as difficult to solder, including aluminium, stainless steel, titanium, glass, and ceramics.
Sn65Ag25Sb10233YesYesVery high tensile strength. For die attachment. Very brittle. Old Motorola die attach solder.
Sn96.2Ag2.5Cu0.8Sb0.5217 [16] 225YesAg03A. Patented by AIM alliance.
Sn95.25Ag3.8Cu0.7Sb0.25YesPreferred by the European IDEALS consortium for wave soldering.
Sn99.3Cu0.7Ni0.05Ge0.009227 [92] NoSn100C, a lead-free silver-free nickel-stabilized alloy. Similar to Sn99Cu1. The nickel content lowers copper erosion and promotes shiny solder fillet. The presence of germanium promotes flow and reduces dross formation. Performance similar to SAC alloys at lower cost. Dross formation rate comparable to lead-tin alloys.
Sn99Sb1232235 [93] YesNo
Sn97Sb3232238 [94] YesNo
Sn95Sb5235
232
240 [11] [16] YesNoSb5, ASTM95TA. The US plumbing industry standard. It displays good resistance to thermal fatigue and good shear strength. Forms coarse dendrites of tin-rich solid solution with SbSn intermetallic dispersed between. Very high room-temperature ductility. Creeps via viscous glide of dislocations by pipe diffusion. More creep-resistant than SnAg3.5. Antimony can be toxic. Used for sealing chip packagings, attaching I/O pins to ceramic substrates, and die attachment; a possible lower-temperature replacement of AuSn. [72] High strength and bright finish. Use in air conditioning, refrigeration, some food containers, and high-temperature applications. [54] Good wettability, good long-term shear strength at 100 °C. Suitable for potable water systems. Used for stained glass, plumbing, and radiator repairs.
Zn100419YesPureFor soldering aluminium. Good wettability of aluminium, relatively good corrosion resistance. [29]
Zn95Al5382YesYesFor soldering aluminium. Good wetting. [29]
Au87.5Ge12.5361
356 [16]
YesYesAu88. Used for die attachment of some chips. [11] The high temperature may be detrimental to the chips and limits reworkability. [37]
Au98Si2370800 [16] YesAu98. A non-eutectic alloy used for die attachment of silicon dies. Ultrasonic assistance is needed to scrub the chip surface so a eutectic (3.1% Si) is reached at reflow.
Au96.8Si3.2370 [16] 363 [95] YesYesAu97. [77] AuSi3.2 is a eutectic with melting point of 363 °C. AuSi forms a meniscus at the edge of the chip, unlike AuSn, as AuSi reacts with the chip surface. Forms a composite material structure of submicron silicon plates in soft gold matrix. Tough, slow crack propagation. [80]

Notes on the above table

In the Sn-Pb alloys, tensile strength increases with increasing tin content. Indium-tin alloys with high indium content have very low tensile strength. [11]

For soldering semiconductor materials, e.g. die attachment of silicon, germanium and gallium arsenide, it is important that the solder contains no impurities that could cause doping in the wrong direction. For soldering n-type semiconductors, solder may be doped with antimony; indium may be added for soldering p-type semiconductors. Pure tin can also be used. [59] [96]

Various fusible alloys can be used as solders with very low melting points; examples include Field's metal, Lipowitz's alloy, Wood's metal, and Rose's metal.

Properties

The thermal conductivity of common solders ranges from 30 to 400 W/(m·K), and the density from 9.25 to 15.00 g/cm3. [97] [98]

MaterialThermal conductivity [98]
(W/m·K)
Melting point [98]
(°C)
Sn-37Pb (eutectic)50.9183
Sn-0.7Cu53 [1] 227
Sn-2.8Ag-20.0In53.5175–186
Sn-2.5Ag-0.8Cu-0.5Sb57.26215–217
Pb-5Sn63310
Lead (Pb)35.0327.3
Tin (Sn)73.0231.9
Aluminium (Al)240660.1
Copper (Cu)393–4011083
FR-4 1.7

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