Two new upgrades from OK International put its successful PS-800 Hand Soldering System at the forefront in lead-free hand soldering. The new PS-CA2 Enhanced Coil Assembly is a high-power induction heater that delivers additional power to lead-free solder joints without needing to increase source temperatures. This feature is critical for successful and reliable lead-free applications. Like all heaters for the PS-800, the PS-CA2 is situated in the handpiece, away from the soldering tip. This unique design feature simplifies tip replacement and makes the system easy to use. The PS-CA2 comes hand-in-hand with a new range of thermally-optimised large diameter SmartHeat PowerTips. Power Heater Tips are designed to ensure that exactly the right amount of heat energy is conducted directly to the solder joint being reflowed; efficiently, fast and with none of the risky thermal overshoot that can cause irreversible damage to heat-sensitive components. Available in a variety of geometries, and with additional iron plating for longer life, the new tips combine with the PS-CA2 to deliver high power, economical soldering. The Hand Soldering System is a reliable, hassle-free production tool that can be used to solder lead-free PCBs without the need for calibration, while operating at lower temperatures for a longer working life. In addition, the company has introduced two simple but effective accessories that clearly identify lead-free equipment. First, a green cradle that can be inserted into the company’s Auto Sleep Stand, which is designed to prolong tip life on tools driven by Metcal SmartHeat technology. Second, green lead-free identification rings that can be slipped onto soldering tips and cartridges. These accessories can be used with any of OK International’s soldering systems.
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