ENCAP / PCB solder mask

Encap and solder-mask removal: board-level target preparation

Local motherboard images illustrate Encap adhesive and PCB solder-mask removal, with inspection requirements for exposed regions, neighboring components and metal surfaces.

Encap and solder-mask removal: board-level target preparation

Sample and analysis objective

Board-level adhesive removal must distinguish encapsulant and solder mask from solder and copper structures that must remain. Different materials and objectives require separate endpoint criteria.

ItemCase information
Removal targetsEncap adhesive and PCB solder mask
Sample levelLocal board-level region
Acceptance basisAgreed exposure area, surface condition and electrical requirements

Processing record

The source uses two local board images to illustrate Encap adhesive and PCB solder-mask removal, without a common processing time or residual-thickness measurements.

Actual sample images

Local board image illustrating Encap adhesive removal.
Local board image illustrating Encap adhesive removal.
Local board image illustrating PCB solder-mask removal.
Local board image illustrating PCB solder-mask removal.

Result review priorities

  • Define which metals may be exposed and which structures must remain.
  • Do not equate adhesive removal alone with readiness for resoldering.
  • For rework, separately inspect original solder thickness, pad condition and resolderability.

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