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Selecting the Right Microscope for PCB Rework and Microelectronics Packaging

Selecting the Right Microscope for PCB Rework and Microelectronics Packaging

Feb 12th 2026

PCB rework and microelectronics packaging require extreme precision. As electronic components continue shrinking and circuit boards become more complex, selecting the right microscope is essential for accuracy, productivity, and quality control. Whether you are repairing fine pitch solder joints, inspecting microchips, or working on advanced packaging applications, the right microscope setup can m …
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Food Package Seal under the Microscope

Food Package Seal under the Microscope

Jan 10th 2021

Food Packaging Seals under the Microscope Microscope World recently worked with a customer that needed to view the quality of their sealant on food packaging. In particular they needed to see the seal of a potato chip bag. A metallurgical microscope was used along with a camera with extended depth of focus software (also known as z-stacking software). Below are the images that were captured of the …
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Using Microscopes for Surface Roughness Inspection

Sep 23rd 2018

Surface roughness inspection and quality control are two important areas of manufacturing, especially in the automotive industry. Visible surface defects including cracks, bubbles, scratches and inclusions can restrict the function of a product. Additionally, these defects can lead to failure or cause complaints from customers, so they need to be caught early on in the manufacturing process. Surfa …
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