Mitigating Tin Whisker Risks: Theory and Practice

Tin whiskers are electrically conductive, crystalline structures of tin that sometimes grow from surfaces where tin (especially electroplated tin) is used as a final finish. This book is the first to focus solely on tin whiskers, doing so in a specific and holistic manner. It discusses the growth mechanisms of tin whiskers and provides the in-depth analyses necessary to guide engineers and researchers in making choices in components, mitigation strategies, and manufacturing processes to limit risk of whisker formation.