Electronics Forum | Tue Nov 30 23:00:11 EST 1999 | Ricky L. Price
Bill S. is correct on the positive effects of the Smartsonic 440-R SMT detergent. We have been using this in conjunction with a Smartsonic 4200-2D ultrasonic washer that is equipped with a tank heater set at 100'F. Our suggested process window to p
Electronics Forum | Thu Sep 26 14:03:55 EDT 2002 | Randy V
There are allot of issue to washing that need to be considered before you purchase a washer. But to answer your question regarding ultrasonic cleaning: 1. Ultrasonics with the correct frequency will not damage most components. Washing in general can
Electronics Forum | Tue Aug 27 11:08:24 EDT 2002 | slthomas
We use an evaporator, so that we only have a sludge of flux residue and solder metal to dispose of via the hazmat handling service. We also route stencil washer waste water into it. We use a 30 gallon drum and have it hauled off maybe twice a year,
Electronics Forum | Wed Dec 09 19:21:13 EST 1998 | Bill Schreiber
Dave, Be careful if you plan to clean misprinted PCBs in a spray type batch cleaner. There is an article written by Dick Clouthier of AMTX Stencils regarding batch cleaners and their use for cleaning misprints. He describes it as a "solder ball nig