Leadframe and method for packaging semiconductor die

摘要

In one embodiment, a method is provided for packaging a semiconductor die. A leadframe having a die-pad and one or more lead-pads is placed (502) on an assembly surface. The die-pad has a base portion (202) resting on the assembly surface, an upper portion (204) on the base portion extending laterally from the base portion, and a support arm (208) extending from and supporting the upper portion of die-pad. A semiconductor die (206) is wirebonded (504) to a top surface of the upper portion of the die-pad. The semiconductor die is wirebonded (506) to the one or more lead-pads (210). The semiconductor die and leadframe are encased (508) in a package material (802). The package material fills a space between the upper portion of the die-pad and the assembly surface. A portion of the support arm located in a cutting lane is removed (512).