Data sheet, Nozzle recommendations, Reflow soldering information – GE Industrial Solutions SHHD005A0F Hammerhead Series User Manual
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GE
Data Sheet
SHHD005A0F Hammerhead Series; DC-DC Converter Power Modules
18-75Vdc Input; 3.3Vdc, 5A, 15W Output
June 26, 2013
©2012 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
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Note: All dimensions in mm [in]. 
Figure 19. Pick and Place Location. 
 
Z Plane Height 
The ‘Z’ plane height of the pick and place location is 7.50mm 
nominal with an RSS tolerance of +/-0.25 mm. 
Nozzle Recommendations
The module weight has been kept to a minimum by using open 
frame construction. Even so, they have a relatively large mass 
when compared with conventional SMT components. 
Variables such as nozzle size, tip style, vacuum pressure and 
placement speed should be considered to optimize this 
process. 
The minimum recommended nozzle diameter for reliable 
operation is 5mm. The maximum nozzle outer diameter, which 
will safely fit within the allowable component spacing, is 
6.5mm. 
Oblong or oval nozzles up to 11 x 6 mm may also be used 
within the space available. 
For further information please contact your local GE Technical 
Sales Representative. 
Reflow Soldering Information
These power modules are large mass, low thermal 
resistance devices and typically heat up slower than other 
SMT components. It is recommended that the customer 
review data sheets in order to customize the solder reflow 
profile for each application board assembly. 
The following instructions must be observed when SMT
soldering these units. Failure to observe these instructions 
may result in the failure of or cause damage to the modules, 
and can adversely affect long-term reliability. 
There are several types of SMT reflow technologies currently 
used in the industry. These surface mount power modules 
can be reliably soldered using natural forced convection, IR 
(radiant infrared), or a combination of convection/IR. The 
recommended linear reflow profile using Sn/Pb solder is 
shown in Figure 20 and 21. For reliable soldering the solder 
reflow profile should be established by accurately 
measuring the modules CP connector temperatures. 
RE
FLOW TEM
P (
C)
REFLOW TIME (S)
Figure 20. Recommended Reflow Profile for Sn/Pb solder.
Figure 21. Time Limit, T
lim
, Curve Above 205
o
C Reflow .
Lead Free Soldering
The –Z version SMT modules of the SHHD series are lead-free
(Pb-free) and RoHS compliant and are compatible in a Pb-free 
soldering process. Failure to observe the instructions below 
may result in the failure of or cause damage to the modules 
and can adversely affect long-term reliability.
Figure 22. Recommended linear reflow profile using 
Sn/Ag/Cu solder.
MSL Rating
The SHHD001A3B series SMT modules have a MSL rating of 2a.
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P reheat zo ne
max 4
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Cs
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So ak zo ne
30-240s
Heat zo ne
max 4
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-1
P eak Temp 235
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Co o ling
zo ne
1-4
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above
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Pe r J-STD-020 Rev. C
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Reflow Time (Seconds)
R
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Te
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p
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He ating Zone
1°C/Second
Pe ak Te mp 260°C
* Min. Time Above 235°C
 15 Se conds
*Time Above 217°C
60 Seconds
Cooling
Zone
MAX TEMP
SO
LDE
R
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C)
TIME LIMIT (S)
200
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240
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