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Why Is Polyimide Tape Superior to Adhesive PET Material High Temperature Tape in Electronics Manufacturing? |https://www.lvmeikapton.com/

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1. Introduction

In electronics manufacturing, tape performance directly impacts yield and component reliability. Gold Finger Kapton Tape, with its polyimide film and silicone adhesive, addresses critical challenges that Adhesive PET material high temperature tape fails to resolve. This article explores why Kapton Tape is the gold standard in high-precision applications.

2. Core Challenges in Electronics Manufacturing

  • Thermal Stress: SMT reflow soldering reaches 260°C, exceeding PET tape’s 180°C limit.

  • Chemical Exposure: Flux residues and cleaning solvents degrade PET adhesives.

  • Electrical Leakage: PET’s lower dielectric strength (5–7 kV/mm) risks arcing in high-voltage components.

3. Performance Comparison

PropertyGold Finger Kapton TapeAdhesive PET Material Tape
Temperature Resistance260°C continuous, 300°C peak180°C continuous, 200°C peak
Dielectric Strength10–12 kV/mm5–7 kV/mm
Adhesion to Copper2.5 N/cm (reflow-resistant)1.8 N/cm (prone to delamination)
Residue After Removal0%15–20% adhesive residue

3.1 Case Study: Foxconn PCB Production

  • Application: Masking gold fingers during wave soldering.

  • Tapes Tested:

    • Gold Finger Kapton Tape (0.035mm).

    • Adhesive PET Tape (0.05mm).

  • Results:

    • Kapton Tape: 99.8% yield, no solder contamination.

    • PET Tape: 85% yield, frequent delamination causing rework.

4. Cost Analysis

Cost FactorGold Finger Kapton TapeAdhesive PET Tape
Material Cost$0.50/m²$0.30/m²
Rework Cost$0.10/board$1.20/board
Total Cost/1,000 Boards$600$1,500