Speedline offers two options for its Electrovert Electra, Vectra and Econopak Gold wave soldering systems .
The Quick-Change Solder Pot allows for easy changeover between tin/lead and lead-free alloys. It is inserted in a cart on rollers, making it simple to move the pot to and from a storage location.
Cast iron solder pot and its components are resistant to the corrosive nature of lead-free solders and are capable of withstanding temperatures of 315ºC (600ºF). All stainless steel components that come into contact with the solder are composed of ElectroCoat corrosion-resistive surface conversion as a standard feature, or titanium as an option.
UltraFill Lead-Free nozzles are 40% wider than traditional tin/lead nozzles to increase contact length and dwell time. Are also placed closer together to reduce the temperature drop between nozzles – so less heat is needed to reflow solder joints in the second wave. Reportedly deliver better hole fill without requiring a slowing of the conveyor, while reducing bridge defects and dross production.
Nitrogen shroud is available as an option – and allows for either air or nitrogen operation without the need to change nozzles. The shroud encompasses the nozzles in the pot and contains the dross in the solder pot. It lifts for easy maintenance and dedrossing – without nozzle removal.
With the release of BP Win 4.54, all newly manufactured device programmers will ship standard with USB 2.0 communication interface.
The new product line -- 1410/84, 1410/240,1610, 2610, 3610, 4610 -- replaces earlier programmer models that used a parallel port to communicate from the PC to the programmer.
New programmer models also reportedly feature an average increased programming speed of 20%.
USB 2.0 upgrade kits are also available for existing customers using 6th and 7th Generation manual programmers.
New device programmers are supported in Windows 2000 and XP.
Arlink Workstation Systems announces an expanded range of workstation accessories. Over 80 individual items in eight product categories for all standard module widths are offered.
New items include Variable Angle and Packing Bench Shelving, Switchable 2/4 Bulb Lamp Fixtures, Reversible Tack and White Boards, Modular Data Beams, Steel Parts Bin and Pegboard Panels.
All accessories are forward and backward compatible with systems already installed in the field and those shipping today.