Electronics Forum | Mon Dec 21 05:12:35 EST 2015 | jsolloway
Calling all Metcal users.... I am trying to get an idea of the expected tip life of a given Metcal solder tip and I am met with the generic response of "there are too many parameters" to give such a number, either in average number of solder joints
Electronics Forum | Mon Dec 21 09:58:34 EST 2015 | dyoungquist
We are using Metcal STTC-8xx series tips. One thing that makes a huge difference on tip life is what type of solder you are using. If you are soldering with lead (SnPb) solder the tips will last 3 times longer on average than if you are soldering w
Electronics Forum | Wed Mar 14 09:58:07 EST 2001 | dason_c
I am not sure that how big of your shield, I am using Metcal Soldering System and modify the Metcal Removal Tip to cut into half. I don't want to use hot air and it may damage the component inside.... Rgds. Dason
Electronics Forum | Fri Nov 03 14:02:35 EST 2006 | russ
The temp your iron is set at is somewhat irrelevant, it is the temp at the tip right? We use metcals and have 700 deg tips for leadfree. As you may know Metcal temp is at the tip and not a heating element seperate from the tip like many irons are.
Electronics Forum | Wed Aug 15 13:03:26 EDT 2018 | davef
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Electronics Forum | Fri Mar 30 09:43:08 EDT 2007 | Rob
I'm with you on the Metcals, however, you will need very deep pockets for the tips.
Electronics Forum | Wed Aug 24 16:10:53 EDT 2005 | avalancher
I've used METCAL for years for work such as you have. The base can be a bit expensive, but the number of different tips that they offer (from sold bars, to formed tips for specific component removal, etc..) is fantastic! www.metcal.com
Electronics Forum | Thu Mar 11 12:11:02 EST 2004 | russ
Jon, one other option. Metcal makes tips for the MX stations that are for removing All sorts of Ic components. They are custom sized for each QFP size. If you have the MX stations this is a great way to go. These tips only heat the leads and par
Electronics Forum | Tue Jul 12 09:51:42 EDT 2005 | russ
We use the JBC irons with and without the "leadfree" tips. We really have not noticed much difference between the standard and the lead free. The lead free tips do last a little longer but the tips are somewhat deformed by the extra plating. As f
Electronics Forum | Sat Oct 04 17:06:08 EDT 2008 | alien
It all depends on the quantity and the type of product / quality requirements. Manual placement for 20 mil pitch is not _that_ hard. Another advantage of hand soldering is that you don't have to worry about the moisture level of the replacement par
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