Second technology shift in hand soldering has arrived
23 February 2005Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
With the introduction of the PS-800 Soldering System, the Metcal division of OK International has made a most significant change in hand soldering since the introduction of its patented SmartHeat technology two decades ago. The PS-800 Soldering System is said to revolutionise hand soldering by combining the power and process control advantages of SmartHeat, with the system quality and innovative design of vintage Metcal irons.
Historically, Metcal has redefined soldering performance and now it has significantly shifted the price/performance ratio. The PS-800 Soldering System delivers the industry-standard thermal performance of SmartHeat, with a compact power supply that fits on or under the bench. However, small size and low cost belie its full capabilities. The system is pure Metcal, featuring variable power/fixed temperature control in an iron that requires no calibration.
Cost of ownership is minimal, as the PS-800 Soldering System uses replaceable heater tips rather than cartridges. The unique Metcal two-piece design separates the heater coil from the tip. The long-life heater coil remains in the handle, while replaceable tips that contain the heater itself, are easily removed and replaced. Most importantly, the cost of the heater tips is comparable to that of conventional tips.
Metcal has developed a range of 33 soldering tip geometries for the PS-800, each available in a wide range of temperatures. In addition, enhancements to SmartHeat technology have allowed Metcal to employ an increased plating thickness for extended heater tip life, without reducing thermal performance.
Designed to be a compact soldering system for repetitive manual assembly and touch-up, the PS-800 Soldering System incorporates an innovative, compact power supply that fits on or under the bench.
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