Electronics Forum | Mon Mar 26 19:48:22 EST 2001 | pzohbon
In regards to cleaning RMA solder paste from stencils; Right now we are cleaning the stencils by hand. I want to get away from this by going to an automatic cleaner. Any recommendations for ultrasonic stencil cleaning systems using 440-R SMT deterg
Electronics Forum | Tue May 20 12:20:58 EDT 2003 | billschreiber
Hello Mike, We have just sent out the press releases. 440-R SMT Detergent, the only chemistry to complete the EPA's Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) Program, as part of the Smart Sonic Stencil Cleaning Process, is now available for use i
Electronics Forum | Wed Apr 26 11:52:17 EDT 2000 | Steve Thomas
I knew I was forgetting something. We use Smart Sonic 440-R, a mildly alkaline (ph 12.4 in the concentrate, we dilute to about 10%) detergent that they obviously recommend for use.
Electronics Forum | Tue Mar 27 17:47:04 EST 2001 | kerryn
The Smart Sonic 440-R SMT detergent is certified safe and effective by the EPA (I downloaded the documents from their web site). Is this true of the other chemistries that you referenced? If so, where can I find the documentation? If not, why not?
Electronics Forum | Tue Mar 27 17:48:38 EST 2001 | kerryn
Hi Mike, The Smart Sonic 440-R SMT detergent is certified safe and effective by the EPA (I downloaded the documents from their web site). Is this true of the other chemistries that you referenced? If so, where can I find the documentation? If not,
Electronics Forum | Wed May 21 19:43:05 EDT 2003 | billschreiber
Hello Carl, Thank you for the feedback. You are absolutely right. I was remiss in not addressing the other questions. 2. 440-R SMT Detergent will clean RMA and No-clean solder pastes in 1 � 2 minutes using ultrasonics at ambient temperature and 5
Electronics Forum | Tue Mar 27 15:15:32 EST 2001 | Mike Konrad
SmartSonic states that they will not sell their 440R chemistry unless it will be used with their machines. But to answer your question, the following manufacturers make ultrasonic stencil cleaners compatible with 440R and many other chemistries. Aq
Electronics Forum | Thu Mar 29 11:11:49 EST 2001 | pzohbon
Rob, How does your chemistry stack up against the 440R? I see you mentioned ease of maintenance as one down fall in that chemistry's make-up. Could you elaborate for me. Thanks.
Electronics Forum | Tue Mar 27 13:53:11 EST 2001 | gcs
Ultrasonic I understand maybe the best at cleaning stencils, but we use a "pressure spray" it works very well and only takes appx. 12 minutes to wash & self dry. Alcohol is the cleaner, but there are several company's making detergents for cleaning
Electronics Forum | Mon Apr 13 19:43:32 EDT 1998 | Steve Gregory
| Could someone point me in the direction of or have any info on a basic no frills Ultrasonic cleaner capable of cleaning 20"x20" stencils? | Thanks, | Jack LaRue | jlarue@mail.nortechsys.com Hi Jack! Well, I'm sure you've heard of Smart Sonic..
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