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Abstract
This study investigates the impact of Bi addition on the properties and soldering behavior of Sn-9Zn (SZ) and Sn-9Zn-5Bi (SZB) alloys. The inclusion of Bi significantly enhanced the hardness of SZ and reduced its melting temperature from 199 °C to 189 °C, leading to improved soldering performance. Microstructural analysis revealed that SZ/electroplated Cu experienced severe delamination of Cu5Zn8 after aging, while SZB/Cu joints remained stable by the small Bi phase, slowing Cu diffusion and stabilized interfacial layers. Thermodynamic calculations highlighted the role of Zn depletion in phase transformation of Cu5Zn8 into CuZn phase, exploring the importance of Bi in preventing premature delamination. This research reveals valuable insights into soldering mechanisms for low melting alloys, aiding in the optimization of electronic packaging processes and reliability.
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