Microsembly, a leading provider of high-reliability RF/microwave contract assembly and testing services, is proud to announce the expansion of its full-spectrum Repair & Refurbishment Services. Tailored for aerospace, defense, medical, space, and telecom applications, these capabilities extend far beyond surface-level rework, helping customers mitigate lead time risks, recover value, and extend the operational life of mission-critical systems.
When 'Replace' Isn't the Right Answer
The instinct to replace failed components is understandable—but it’s not always the most strategic choice. High-value assemblies like phased-array modules and integrated microwave assemblies (IMAs) can cost tens of thousands of dollars and face 12–16 week lead times. Microsembly’s specialized repair solutions can return those same units to service in days—not months—recovering up to 90% of their functional value.
Strategic Benefits: Economics, Reliability, and Sustainability
Refurbishment services help organizations maintain mission readiness, control costs, and avoid supply chain breakdowns. Microsembly also supports component harvesting and redesign to combat obsolescence—crucial for programs with decades-long deployment timelines.
Repaired assemblies are subjected to more rigorous testing and validation than typical new builds. Environmental screening, MIL-STD validation, burn-in, and accelerated life testing help ensure long-term reliability and mission assurance.
From SMT to System-Level Restoration
Microsembly’s advanced repair and refurbishment capabilities now include:
- Advanced SMT Component Repair and Replacement (including BGA and QFN)
- X-ray inspection to verify void-free solder joints
- Epoxy and eutectic die attach rework using controlled pulsed heat systems
- Thermosonic, wedge, and ribbon wire bonding—verified through pull and shear testing
- Site preparation, contamination removal, and component reinstallation
- Root cause diagnostics and troubleshooting
- System-level rework and full refurbishment to 'like-new' condition
- MIL-STD RF testing, environmental screening, and life cycle validation
Certified and Mission-Ready
Microsembly’s facility is qualified to meet the most demanding standards in defense and aerospace manufacturing. Certifications include:
- ISO 9001:2015 certified by TÜV SÜD America
- ITAR registered
- MIL-PRF-38534 compliant
- IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 with Space Addendum
- ANSI/ESD S20.20 and RoHS compliant
Your Strategic Repair Partner
For companies managing complex RF/microwave systems, the choice isn’t just between repair or replace—it’s between risk and readiness. Microsembly’s Repair & Refurbishment Services provide a proactive solution to reduce downtime, extend asset life, and strengthen operational continuity.
To learn more or request a consultation, visit http://www.microsembly.com or contact Microsembly’s repair team directly at (603) 718-8445.
