Hot air pencil | Applications, tips and trends in hand soldering, rework, repair and desoldering. Metcal is one of the world’s leading brands in soldering stations, rework stations, fume extraction and benchtop accessories. We’re excited to be exhibiting at productronica 2017! We’ll be at Hall A2, Stand 135, Nov. 14 – 17, 2017 at the […]
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Fixed temperature | Applications, tips and trends in hand soldering, rework, repair and desoldering. Metcal is one of the world’s leading brands in soldering stations, rework stations, fume extraction and benchtop accessories. We often get detailed questions from Process Engineers about how SmartHeat really works, and whether fixed (or stable) head soldering stations or variable […]
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Metcal’s popular Connection Validation Soldering line continues with the CV5000 process control software. The hugely popular Metcal CV-5210 is now available through select Distributors. We’ve heard from many industry leaders about the importance of traceability. Contract Manufacturer customers are raving about Connection Validation’s use in promoting themselves and their quality control programs. And now, the […]
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Operator safety | Applications, tips and trends in hand soldering, rework, repair and desoldering. Metcal is one of the world’s leading brands in soldering stations, rework stations, fume extraction and benchtop accessories. Solder flux fumes generated during the soldering process can create health hazards in your workplace. Since employee health is a key responsibility of […]
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If you take good care of your soldering tips, they’ll take care of you and improve your return on investment. Get this handy solder tip care infographic. Download this handy solder tip care infographic.
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Video | Applications, tips and trends in hand soldering, rework, repair and desoldering. Metcal is one of the world’s leading brands in soldering stations, rework stations, fume extraction and benchtop accessories. Metcal’s Solder Wire Feeder adds control and convenience to the soldering process. With digital controls, high performance, and its ability to handle multiple solder […]
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Interview with Robert Rush, Metcal’s Product Support Engineer, discussing the evolution of hand soldering with Connection Validation. Recently, I met with Metcal’s Product Support Engineer Robert Roush. Metcal, an OK International brand, unveiled a patented hand-soldering technology at this year’s IPC APEX EXPO, in San Diego. It sounds like a real game-changer, from a reliability […]
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BGA | Applications, tips and trends in hand soldering, rework, repair and desoldering. Metcal is one of the world’s leading brands in soldering stations, rework stations, fume extraction and benchtop accessories. Metcal will be presenting two white papers at IPC APEX 2017 in San Diego this February 14-16. Take a look at a summary of […]
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Rebrand | Applications, tips and trends in hand soldering, rework, repair and desoldering. Metcal is one of the world’s leading brands in soldering stations, rework stations, fume extraction and benchtop accessories. CYPRESS, CA― February 1, 2017 ― With the upcoming introduction of a game-changing technology, new investments in technology and engineering, and a deep product […]
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