SOLDERING EQUIPMENT

Solderability Test Equipment

Robotic Process Systems is one of the world leaders in the sale of Solderability Test Equipment. RPS manufactures micro wetting balance testers, dip and look testers, low volume dipping systems, Meniscographs to measure wetting forces, rotary dip testers for PWBs and steam aging equipment. The ANSI J specifications have changed some of the requirements of solderability testing, but RPS equipment is capable of doing all forms of testing whether it be ANSI J or MIL-SPEC 202 method 208. 

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• 6 Sigma Wetting Balance Tester

The 6 Sigma WBT™ is the most advanced solderability tester in the world today. The 6 Sigma measures the wetting force of the solder wetting the lead. The data is collected and stored as the test is run. This data can then be viewed as a time versus force graph or the data can be viewed numerically for statistical analysis. The test is completely automatic once the part is loaded onto the machine. All motion is done via closed loop servo motion. The system is bench top in size and all parameters such as component fluxing, blotting, dross removal, and solder dipping are programmed and controlled via imbedded PC-based computer.

Applications

• Performs Solderability Testing Including: 

• Pull Testing

• BGA Testing

• Silver Plate Rheology

• Fluid Viscosity

• Shear Testing

Data Sheet for the 6 Sigma

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202 TL Solderability Test System

 The RPS 202TL™ is a microprocessor-controlled solderability test system that meets MIL-STD-202, method 208/MILSTD-2000 with speed and precision. All process parameters are set digitally. The microprocessor is capable of storing 8 different processes in memory for fully automatic operation. These process parameters include: flux and solder emersion and immersion speed, solder, flux and traverse dwell times, number of cycles required and solder temperature. The RPS 202TL also has a calibrated depth gage that permits adjustments to 0.001" over the flux and solder pots.  

A wide range of tooling for different parts is available and we can also offer a rotary had for QFP type parts.

Applications 

• Solderability Testing of Pre-Tinned and Steam-Aged Components for Various Specifications, including Military Standards

  Data Sheet for the RPS 202-TL

   

  

  A larger model, the RPS 202TL-2™ features 2 solder pots to perform such applications as burning off gold coatings in the first pot, then tinning in the second.

  

  Data Sheet for the RPS 202-TL-2

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RDT-1000 Automated PWB Coupon
Solderability Test System

The RDT 1000™ is a fully automated PWB coupon test system that streamlines circuit board coupon solderability testing while satisfying the Rotary Dip Test methods as specified in MIL-STD 275E and ANSI-J-STD-003. The system is extremely simple to learn and operate, even for non-technical personnel. The RDT 1000 features unique flexibility with adjustable dwells, feed rates and temperature settings at all stations: fluxing, drain, pre-heat, solder dipping, and freeze. The compact, bench top design is built to deliver years of reliable service even in the most rugged production environments.

Applications 

• Simplifies The Coupon Test Process In Both Circuit Board Fabrication And For Production Assembly Applications

• Doubles As A Pre-Tinning And Solder Dipping Machine For Small Volume Runs

Data Sheet for the RPS RDT-1000

 The precision steam aging systems in the RPS ST Family™ are specifically designed to meet military and commercial Hi-Rel specifications (MIL-STD 202, Method 208 and others) for artificial aging of all electronic components and circuit boards, including high density, discrete components. They offer complete monitoring and control of steam or water temperature and feature automatic timing of the test duration. The large steam chamber is designed so that steam may be safely vented. The ST-2D featured 3 individually timed, ESD protected drawers with a unique closure mechanism that reduces steam escapement during drawer removal. 

Constructed of treated stainless steel, these steam agers are virtually unaffected by de-ionized or distilled water. Elapsed time and cycle time are indicated digitally. The cycle timer will not time the cycle unless temperature is within process parameters. The unit automatically shuts down at the end of the pre-programmed cycle. The cover is designed so that steam is condensed and channeled to the side. Condensation is kept away from components. 

Applications 

• Artificially Ages Components Over a Very Narrow Temperature Range, Typically At 93°C, ±3° Of Steam Temperature  

Data Sheet for Steam Aging System

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Solder Pots

We at RPS pride ourselves on the quality of our solder pots, backed by a 1-year warranty. Our pots are constructed of heavy gauge stainless steel, ceramic insulation, and the best heaters available. This combined with our heater rail construction to help the pot keep its shape means many years of trouble-free operation. Most of our solder pots are also available with optional automatic dross wiping mechanisms, and nitrogen inerting.

Applications   

• Static Models - Suitable For All Basic Tinning Applications, Including Lead Attach

• Dynamic Models - Evenly Heats Solder with Integral PID Proportional Temperature Control with Dual Display 

Data Sheet for Static and Dynamic Solder Pots