Sound Components (Buzzer)Pin Type Piezoelectric Sounders: Precautions When Applying Flux

Precautions to consider when mounting the sounder

To prevent flux vapor from entering the product, arrange the holes in the board so that they do not align with the open holes in the product.

An insulating layer is formed at the terminal contact part, which may prevent the generation of noise.

How the failure occurs

When flux is applied, it adheres to the areas surrounding the holes in the board.

The applied flux is vaporized by heat emitted during the flow soldering process. If this vaporized flux penetrates into the product, the metal terminals will halogenize, and an insulating layer (oxide layer) will be generated at the point of contact between the metal terminals and the vibration plate.
As a result, a continuity fault (open circuit) may occur, preventing sound from being emitted.

Fig. 1 When flux is applied

Fig. 2 During flow soldering

For reference

Positions of open holes
PKM13 series PKM17EPP-20 series
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