Solder with discontinuous melting point in semiconductor laser arrays and stacks

Abstract

High power semiconductor laser arrays must be mounted in the epitaxy-side down configuration for good heat transfer and so require a well-controlled solder. Selection of solder is very important in semiconductor laser arrays and stacks. Usually, the solder consists of two layers. The outer layer prevents In from oxidation. A new type of solder with several layers of Au between the two layers of In was made, which constitutes of multi-layer of W/Ni/Au/In/Cu. In packaging, the Au layer in the solder does not melt. Quick temperature decrease can avoid expansion of the solder. The solder cannot oxidize during packaging. Show more