Patent ID: 7463474
Filing Date: 2008-12-09
Classification: H01G

Abstract:
1. A multilayer electronic component, comprising: a plurality of dielectric layers; a plurality of respective first and second polarity internal electrode layers interleaved among said plurality of dielectric layers to form a stacked monolithic assembly generally characterized by six component surfaces including a mounting surface, a surface opposing said mounting surface, first and second opposing stack surfaces, and first and second opposing end surfaces, wherein selected portions of said plurality of internal electrode layers extend to and are initially exposed in respective groups along said mounting surface with each electrode layer generally perpendicular to said mounting surface; a portion of plated termination material formed over selected respective groups of the exposed portions of said plurality of internal electrode layers; a solder dam layer applied over said mounting surface and formed to expose one or more predetermined areas of plated termination material; and a plurality of solder preforms attached to respective selected ones of the one or more predetermined areas of plated termination material.