Systems and methods for lead frame locking design features

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 10290564
APP PUB NO 20170330823A1
SERIAL NO

15668527

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Systems and methods for lead frame locking design features are provided. In one embodiment, a method comprises: fabricating a lead frame for a chip package, the lead frame having a paddle comprising a step-out bottom locking feature profile across at least a first segment of an edge of the paddle that provides an interface with a mold compound; etching the paddle to have at least a second segment of the edge having either an extended-step-out bottom locking feature profile or an overhanging top locking feature profile; and alternating first and second segments along the edge of the paddle.

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INTERSIL AMERICAS LLCMILPITAS CA 95035

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Cruz, Randolph Melbourne, US 25 161

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