The latest CV firmware update from Metcal brings new and improved CV modes, cartridge optimization capabilities, enhanced traceability, improved solder joint reliability, and more. The update vastly improves the already one-of-a-kind functionality of Connection Validation™ technology.
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Ever-shrinking components on crowded PCB are an obvious source of soldering and desoldering challenges, with increasing amounts of this work now done under the microscope. Look to SmartHeat® and specialty handpieces and tweezers to meet those challenges head-on.
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We surveyed several longtime users of Metcal tips and cartridges; line workers, engineers, and trainers, to find out their best practices for maintaining the life of soldering tips and cartridges. To keep your cartridges and tips in top condition follow our Top 15 Tip Care Tips.
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Contract manufacturers rely heavily on the technical expertise of desoldering and rework equipment suppliers to help solve difficult manufacturing challenges, such as reworking highly metalized circuit boards in military and defense equipment manufacturing. An effective supplier is an integral member of the contact manufacturing team, with technical expertise and industry know-how about manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.
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Between the heat management built into the designs and the mass of the EMI grounding and RF shielding, RF boards pose a unique manufacturing challenge.
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Update the firmware of your GT Series soldering station to ensure your system is operating at peak performance. Just follow our 9 simple steps.
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The evolution of electronics and devices must keep pace to meet today’s operator challenges. By Joshua Edberg, Director of Global Marketing at OK International, the parent company of Metcal.
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Metcal, part of OK International and Dover (NYSE: DOV), is pleased to introduce the new CV-500 Connection Validation™ Soldering System, the companion station to the CV-5210 CV Soldering System. CYPRESS, […]
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One of the roles that a process engineer fulfills is that of a team leader. The team looks to the process engineer as the provider for both focus and direction. […]
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A soldering iron is an invaluable tool when it comes to hand soldering tasks. But even the best soldering station will eventually fail if it is not used correctly. A […]
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