The test discussed in this bulletin compares and determines the thermal performances of tweezer-style surface mount removal tools manufactured by PACE and Metcal. ...

Studies and tests of comparative soldering iron thermal performance at low temperatures - Metcal direct power soldering technology compared to conventional stored energy soldering irons from leading manufacturers. ...

This Technical Note describes how Metcal's direct power soldering, desoldering, and SMT rework systems can deliver more thermal power at lower temperatures than conventional systems. ...

This tech note compares various technologies and explains how to get higher throughput while still using low temperature tools...

A Metcal Process Recommendation...

This paper will give the reader a general understanding of EOS and ESD phenomena. It specifically addresses hand soldering's role in EOS and ESD and how to protect against and test for potential problems. ...

A step by step guide to the whys and wherefores of extending tip life. The practical steps to extending tip life are condensed in a table at the end. The note itself explains the structure of soldering iron tips and the mechanics of tip wear. ...

This Technical Note discusses the construction of solder tips, the various failure modes associated with tip plating (cracking, wear, corrosion, and dewetting), how to diagnose those failure modes, and specific practices that can be taken to......

A short (one page) note explaining why Metcal Systems do not require periodic recalibration...

This technical note describes how to set up relevant process parameters and verification check procedures, using a Metcal system, that will help your quality system comply with ISO 9000. ...