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Philips Semiconductors Product specification
3 W mono BTL audio output amplifier TDA7056
SOLDERING 
Introduction
There is no soldering method that is ideal for all IC 
packages. Wave soldering is often preferred when 
through-hole and surface mounted components are mixed 
on one printed-circuit board. However, wave soldering is 
not always suitable for surface mounted ICs, or for 
printed-circuits with high population densities. In these 
situations reflow soldering is often used.
This text gives a very brief insight to a complex technology. 
A more in-depth account of soldering ICs can be found in 
our
“IC Package Databook”
 (order code 9398 652 90011).
Soldering by dipping or by wave
The maximum permissible temperature of the solder is 
260 °C; solder at this temperature must not be in contact 
with the joint for more than 5 seconds. The total contact 
time of successive solder waves must not exceed 
5 seconds.
The device may be mounted up to the seating plane, but 
the temperature of the plastic body must not exceed the 
specified maximum storage temperature (T
stg max
). If the 
printed-circuit board has been pre-heated, forced cooling 
may be necessary immediately after soldering to keep the 
temperature within the permissible limit.
Repairing soldered joints
Apply a low voltage soldering iron (less than 24 V) to the 
lead(s) of the package, below the seating plane or not 
more than 2 mm above it. If the temperature of the 
soldering iron bit is less than 300 °C it may remain in 
contact for up to 10 seconds. If the bit temperature is 
between 300 and 400 °C, contact may be up to 5 seconds.
DEFINITIONS
LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS
These products are not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or systems where malfunction of these 
products can reasonably be expected to result in personal injury. Philips customers using or selling these products for 
use in such applications do so at their own risk and agree to fully indemnify Philips for any damages resulting from such 
improper use or sale.
Data sheet status
Objective specification This data sheet contains target or goal specifications for product development. 
Preliminary specification This data sheet contains preliminary data; supplementary data may be published later. 
Product specification This data sheet contains final product specifications.
Limiting values
Limiting values given are in accordance with the Absolute Maximum Rating System (IEC 134). Stress above one or 
more of the limiting values may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only and operation 
of the device at these or at any other conditions above those given in the Characteristics sections of the specification 
is not implied. Exposure to limiting values for extended periods may affect device reliability.
Application information
Where application information is given, it is advisory and does not form part of the specification.