May 11, 2014

What To Look For In A Reflow Soldering Oven

By Eloise Hewitt


In order to secure the best deal when purchasing anything, you must be mindful of things to search for in the product in addition to its overall cost (including installation and repair) and the manufacturers. The same rules apply to a reflow soldering oven. As you may already know, this is the machine that plays the most important role in the companies that are engaged in the process of assembling electronic components. Specifically though, it is used to solder surface mount components on to the contact pad.

However, in order to get the best deal that exists in the market, there are several factors that you need to know. In addition to things that you need to look in an oven, it also pays to consult an expert on those with experience to guide you through. The whole process, starts from choosing the right manufacturer and brand. This is particularly important to avoid counterfeit products that tend to break down frequently and have a very short working life.

Once you have settled on particular manufacturers or brands, the most important factor that you need to consider is the rate of consumption. The major resources that the machine requires are the electricity and nitrogen gas. Both are expensive and must be used in the most efficient manner. The friendly ovens are those that helps you cut down on the expenses related to these inputs.

The other important factor is the rate of cooling. Very rapid change in temperatures is responsible for breakdown of most components and fracturing of the contact pad. An ideal soldering oven should have super control over temperature changes to avoid losses. In fact, the best grain formation at the point of contact is achieved with an optimum temperature level. This ensures that products delivered are of high quality and the machine can be used for several years without breaking down.

At the point of selection, it is good to give priority to the machine that occupies a smaller floor space. If the chosen machine is efficient in consumption of electricity and nitrogen while at the same time has a high level of output and occupies smaller floor space, then this is the right oven to choose. A room is required for other development purposes and walking around too.

With the advanced innovative improvement, reflow ovens are automated so they might be programmed to work automatically. The capability to naturally react is a characteristic that enhances productivity and makes the machine more dependable. It guarantees that operations are completed at the ideal temperatures.

The spare parts for the brand chosen must be easily and cheaply accessible. There is nothing more annoying that a machine remains grounded for several months for the reason that the spare parts are not available in the market. Other than this, they should be easy to use without having to hire experts to train the operators on how to use it. The user manual should be enough for this.

It is important that a firm invests in the right soldering oven if the aim is to benefit from productivity and proficiency in operation. After considering all important aspects, the last factor is the overall cost of the machine include the shipping and installation. In reality, however, the cheap machine does not translate to a good option. Quality matters more than just the prices and are the major factors to consider.




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