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Moisture sensitivity level

Term · Semiconductors · MLC-T-SEM-000218

A classification system that indicates a non-hermetic surface-mount device's susceptibility to moisture-induced damage during solder reflow. Devices are categorized into levels based on their ability to withstand exposure to ambient humidity before soldering without delamination or cracking. The MSL rating, ranging from 1 to 6, guides proper handling and storage to prevent package defects.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-SEM-000218
FieldSemiconductors
SubjectPackaging & ATMP
AbbreviationMSL
Record as JSON 
{
  "id": "MLC-T-SEM-000218",
  "term": "Moisture sensitivity level",
  "field": "Semiconductors",
  "definition": "A classification system that indicates a non-hermetic surface-mount device's susceptibility to moisture-induced damage during solder reflow. Devices are categorized into levels based on their ability to withstand exposure to ambient humidity before soldering without delamination or cracking. The MSL rating, ranging from 1 to 6, guides proper handling and storage to prevent package defects.",
  "abbreviation": "MSL",
  "subject": "Packaging & ATMP",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/semiconductors/moisture-sensitivity-level/"
}

Record 223 of 390 in Semiconductors terminology (MLC-0108). Request the full dataset.