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Metcal Blog: Soldering Iron

The Next Generation of Connection Validation™ (CV) Technology Helps Achieve Perfect Solder Joints for Maximum Process Control
November 28, 2022

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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The Best Tools & Technology for Soldering & Rework of Military & Defense PCBA
October 14, 2022

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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Top 3 Factors That Influence Hand Soldering Performance
March 31, 2022

The higher the soldering system’s wattage, the more “power” there is to generate the heat needed for a successful solder joint, right?

Maybe not.

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Evaluating Performance for Adjustable Soldering Systems
February 9, 2021

When looking at performance for hand soldering, Operations Engineers need to be focused on three key metrics: time to temperature, dwell time, and thermal recovery.

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