TN-00-01: Moisture Absorption
Absorption Characteristics
Absorption Characteristics
Micron’s extensive testing empirically characterizes the moisture absorption character-
istics of plastic packages. As the plastic takes on moisture, the weight of the device
increases. Micron employs a standard procedure for weighing the device before and
after it is exposed to moisture. We calculate the percentage of weight gain to determine
the relative efficiency of different packaging techniques used for shipping devices.
Shelf Life Requirements
Micron has reduced the chance of having popcorn failures with surface-mount packages
by shipping all material that is not level one (as defined in Table 1 on page 4) in sealed
moisture barrier bags containing a desiccant. Devices stored in these bags show no
measurable weight gain when subjected to a high-humidity environment for extended
periods. Hence, devices stored in unopened, sealed bags at lower than 40°C and 90% RH
have a shelf life of 36 months. Before shipping product, Micron will ensure that the
package seal date is within the 36 month window. If not, the product will be backed out
of finished goods and the condition of the humidity indicator card (HIC) will be
inspected. If the HIC indicates an elevated level of moisture, the parts will be baked dry,
repackaged with a new moisture barrier bag, desiccant, and HIC. The package seal date
on the label will be updated accordingly. If the HIC does not indicate an elevated level of
moisture, the parts will be repackaged as above without the baking step. The date code
on the product will not change, but the customer can be assured that the product shelf
life with respect to moisture absorption extends to 36 months from the package seal
date. Electrical functionality of the devices is not affected by the extended storage times.
Moisture absorption can be eliminated by storing the devices at the recommended floor
life conditions specified in Table 1.
There is no shelf life for module-level products. The memory components are humidity
sensitive, which can affect their performance and reliability during mounting. When
mounted, these components are no longer moisture sensitive.
PDF: CCMTD-1725822587-6205/Source: CCM005-524338224-10529
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