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Dears, I am assigned to update our PCB cleaning system whi... - Feb 12, 2005 by Ayman

Search the fine SMTnet Archives for previous discussions, wh... - Feb 12, 2005 by davef

dear davef thank you for your reply. in fact, i have spent ... - Feb 13, 2005 by Ayman

There are several manufacturers of batch-format de-fluxing s... - Feb 13, 2005 by

Dear Mr. Mike Konrad, These are the information I am looki... - Feb 14, 2005 by Ayman

Hi Ayman - my company's website has some helpful faq's and c... - Feb 21, 2005 by

Ayman

#32606

Need your help in buying a new PCB cleaning machine. | 12 February, 2005

Dears, I am assigned to update our PCB cleaning system which I know a little about. We are using a DAGE cleaning equipment. We are looking for a batch cleaning equipment that is compatible with Prozone. I totally don�t know types of cleaning methods and what is the right method the suits us. Please let me know if further information is needed. Thank you

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davef

#32611

Need your help in buying a new PCB cleaning machine. | 12 February, 2005

Search the fine SMTnet Archives for previous discussions, while await other replies. Here's an example: http://www.smtnet.com/forums/Index.cfm?CFApp=1&Message_ID=30336

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Ayman

#32621

Need your help in buying a new PCB cleaning machine. | 13 February, 2005

dear davef thank you for your reply. in fact, i have spent the last two weeks searching for some general information about the cleaning methods and types so that i can choose the proper machine the suits our needs. Unfortunately, i couldnt fine any basic information related to the cleaning types. if you know any source of information, i would be really kind of you if you post it here. thank in advance for your cooperation.

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Mike Konrad

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Need your help in buying a new PCB cleaning machine. | 13 February, 2005

There are several manufacturers of batch-format de-fluxing systems. Here is a list of them:

Aqueous Technologies http://www.aqueoustech.com (909) 944-7771 Batch and Inline

UnitDesign http://www.unitdesign.com (714) 672-9944 Batch Austin American Technology (512)335-6400 http://www.aat-corp.com Batch

EMC Global Technology http://www.emcgti.com 215.340.0650 Batch and Inline

Speedline http://www.speedlinetech.com 508-520-0083 Batch and Inline

When it comes to batch equipment, there are three configurations:

Solvent Semi-Aqueous Aqueous

All three configurations are capable of removing all flux types (rosin, no-clean, water soluble).

Solvent type machines are relatively uncommon in de-fluxing applications due to ever-increasing environmental regulations.

Semi-Aqueous (solvent wash, water rinse) processes were popular during the initial phase-out of CDC-based cleaning solvents but today are not common.

Today, aqueous represents the conventional wisdom. Aqueous-based chemicals are considered environmentally safe, operator safe, and very effective. These chemicals are widely available from companies such as Aqueous Technologies (my company), Kyzen, Petroferm, Zestron, Alpha Metals and many more.

As far as which specific batch-format de-fluxer to choose, you have many very good choices. All of the above listed manufacturers provide equipment that will remove flux from assemblies. A little due diligence will determine which one offers the best, features, efficiency, price, and of course, performance.

You should also factor in the cleaner�s ability to handle lead-free applications. Lead-free is more difficult to clean than tin/lead alloys. Talk to each manufacturer to determine their product�s ability to handle lead-free application.

Mike Konrad Aqueous Technologies www.aqueoustech.com konrad@aqueoustech.com

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Ayman

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Need your help in buying a new PCB cleaning machine. | 14 February, 2005

Dear Mr. Mike Konrad, These are the information I am looking for. Your efforts are really appreciated. Thank you very much.

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Sara

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Need your help in buying a new PCB cleaning machine. | 21 February, 2005

Hi Ayman - my company's website has some helpful faq's and case studies involving cleaning. Check out http://www.residues.com

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