Electronics Forum | Wed Sep 16 12:28:46 EDT 1998 | smd
Thanks for the overwhelming response on the conveyors, guys. Some extremely weird (but very good) things just happened. SMTnetting just made things easier.
Electronics Forum | Sat Mar 14 10:16:54 EST 1998 | Clyde F
| | | Can anyone give me any info on the effective removal of BGA's? I need to be able to take a variety of BGA's off boards quickly without creating pad damage. I am not yet concerned about the re-attach process. | | Hi Craig, | | I have been resear
Electronics Forum | Fri Dec 19 11:32:46 EST 1997 | Kris Ganev
Can anybody give me feed back on the pro and cons of using Pace, OK, Hakko, Metcal, etc... equipment in their rework processes? I need to set up a low volume rework station for mixed technology boards. Would appreciate any suggestions.
Electronics Forum | Wed Dec 03 16:51:57 EST 2003 | jay
I have a Pace Craft 25 Rework Station. If anyone knows where I can get a manual for it. Or has some manuals for a machine that they don't use or have anymore, that would be great.
Electronics Forum | Wed Mar 10 13:04:10 EST 2004 | jpa
I need to purchase a rework tool mainly for QFP's including 30mm x 30mm. I was looking at a Metcal QX2 and a Pace TF200. I would welcome any comments on these two products or any other suggestions. Also, is a preheater necessary?
Electronics Forum | Thu Mar 11 11:34:09 EST 2004 | babe
The Metcal will run you around $5,000.00. The Pace is over $6,000.00. Check out Hakko model 852/853 for under $2,000.00 If your in the NewEngland area call us we sell them also.
Electronics Forum | Tue Jun 01 17:07:13 EDT 2004 | older/wiser
This is what you might expect from a economy (cheap) system. I have profiling problems, not repeatable. Underboard heater problems, temp. inconsistent depending on color. I'm stuck, so be careful!!!
Electronics Forum | Fri Jul 30 15:13:31 EDT 2004 | Chris
The Zephytronics unit does not have the power you need. Their process is based on low temp soldering. Companies like PACE have preheat units that will give you more power and control. I see more Zephytronics on the shelf in my travels than any oth
Electronics Forum | Fri Jul 30 15:34:12 EDT 2004 | cisridn
Thanks for your input Chris. I have also seen the preheater units from Pace. I value all information pro or con, because the last thing I need is to purchase something that will not do the job.
Electronics Forum | Thu Sep 15 19:58:35 EDT 2005 | davef
Shikoku Glicoat SMD process is the market share leader for LF OSP in Japan and the Asian Rim. Enthone Entek is more of a US / Euroland product. Beyond that, it's not clear that Enthone has kept pace with product development necessary to compete in L
