Thursday, January 30, 2014

MX-5200 Series Soldering Systems From Metcal

MX-5211
The new MX-5200 Series of Soldering Systems from Metcal offers the same increased productivity and process controls as the old MX-5000, now with dual simultaneous ports. The MX-5200 systems can be operated with two handpieces at the same time dynamically sharing the 80 Watts output power based on demand adding even more application flexibility and speed.

EWD Solutions offers the complete line of MX-5200 Systems including all accessories. All stations are in stock and ship within 24 hours (limited quantities available).

MX-5210 Soldering & Rework System: Configured with the Advanced Soldering Handpiece. Ideal for applications including lead-free, high mass components/boards, high volume production soldering, thermally sensitive components requiring low temperature and touch-up soldering operations.

MX-5211 Soldering & Rework System: Same features as the MX-5210 (above), but with two Advanced Soldering Handpieces and two TipSaver Workstands.

MX-5220 Ultra-Fine Soldering & Rework System: Configured with the Ultrafine Soldering Handpiece, which is a specialty tool for soldering and touch-up of very small components, restricted access or high density component packaging on a PCB.

MX-5241 Precision Tweezers Soldering & Rework System: Combines both the Advanced Soldering Handpiece and the Precision Tweezers Handpiece. Users get maximum application flexibility for soldering and reworking the widest range of surface mount components.

MX-5250 Desoldering System: Configured with the MX-DS1 Desoldering Handpiece designed for through-hold desoldering. Unit requires shop air.

MX-5251 Soldering, Desoldering & Rework System: For through-hole desoldering, general soldering and SMD rework applications. Included the Advanced Soldering Handpiece and the MX-DS1 Desoldering Handpiece. Ideal for mixed technology boards.

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Kapton Polyimide Tape

Kapton polyimide tapes offer a high performance that will withstand extreme temperature, vibration and other demanding environments. Available in non-ESD and low-static formulations as well as in rolls of tape and in discs.

Non-ESD Kapton Polyimide Tape and Discs: This tape consists of a polyimide film and silicone adhesive designed for high temperature masking applications, including the protection of printed circuit board gold finger contacts during wave soldering. It is used in electrical insulation applications meeting class H requirements. It removes cleanly without adhesive residue after exposure to heat chemicals. The tape is thin and conformable enabling masking of uneven surfaces. Provides excellent electrical protection. Can withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.  Amber color. Find Non-ESD Tape here and Non-ESD Discs here.

Low-Static Kapton Polyimide Tape and Discs: This tape is made of DuPont Kapton HN general purpose film. Can withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.  Amber color. Find Low-Static Tape here and Low-Static Discs here.

EWD Solutions also offers anti-static tape dispensers, which can be found here.

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Bradyprinter PR Plus Printer

Heavy-duty meets high tech in the Bradyprinter PR Plus Printer from Brady. This industrial printer is designed to last in industrial environments with a metal cover to protect the printer and your materials. This printer is suited to print heat-shrinkable wire markers, thick tags and other difficult to print materials where the material has a long life expectancy. EWD Solutions offers six models of the PR Plus Printer.
 
Features of the Bradyprinter™ PR Plus Printer
  • High performance:
  • 300 dpi or ultra-sharp 600 dpi printing
  • Adjustable post and heat locking mechanism maintains correct printhead pressure ensuring the best print consistency
  • 4" and 6.6" wide print width models
  • Ultra-durable metal construction for rugged and dependable long life performance
  • High speed:
  • Designed for up to 7,000 labels per day at 24 hours, 7 days per week operation
  • Fast print speed - up to 9.8" per second
  • Widest range of standard and specialty materials
  • Prints on an extensive range of standard materials as well as specialty materials including Nomex Cable Tags, PermaSleeve Wire Markers and Brady  B-330 Polyolefin Heat-Shrink Wrap labels
  • Best printer for Brady Raised Panel engraved-plate substitute labels
  • Prints on small labels down to 0.16" label size with tight registration
  • Compatible software (sold separately)
  • Labelmark Labeling Software: Robust software solution for label design, data importing, editing and printing. Written specifically for wire and data comm ID, ADM labeling and general industrial applications.
  • CodeSoft Label Design Software: This powerful enterprise level label creation software features more extensive capability for integration with 3rd party software applications.

Monday, January 20, 2014

Miniature Spatulas From Excelta

Miniature Spatulas are ideal for applying lubricants to small moving parts. They can also be used for applying adhesives during electronics assembly. Made in Switzerland. Available in two different handle styles: Plastic and ESD Safe Aluminum.

The handles on these tools are color coded for easy identification.
Black handle has a 0.010" tip.
Blue handle has a 0.015" tip.
Green handle has a 0.020" tip.
Red handle has a 0.025" tip.

To view our full selection of Miniature Spatulas from Excelta, click here.

Friday, January 17, 2014

IN6430 Air Ionizing Gun From Transforming Technologies

Transforming Technologies' IN6430 Ionizing Air Gun is an effective static eliminating device that integrates best-in-class AC performance, mechanical and ergonomic design features into a superior and affordable package.

Typical AC ionizing guns require stiff and bulky high voltage (HV) cables to connect the gun to the power supply. Over time these HV cable fails. DC ionizing guns eliminate HV cables, but ion balance is limited. DC emitter points are vulnerable to physical damage, contamination and erosion, all during normal use.

The IN6430 uses Ptec, a specialized piezoceramic technology, to create a high frequency AC ionizing output with exceptional balance and decay performance. We eliminate HV cables by locating the power supply in the ionizing gun handle. Our OSHA compliant emitter nozzle protects both the operator and ionizer. Emitter contamination and wear are virtually non-existent with AC ionizing guns.

Ionizers that use Ptec, technology do not require calibration and only minimal maintenance.

Specifications: Power Input AC 100V - 240V, 50/60Hz
Power Outlet Unfused, 0.5A or 1.0A max.
Ion Emission AC, 68KHz
Balance +15 volts
Decay Time 1000V - 100V, < 2 seconds @ 12"
Temperature 66-78°F (19-25°C)
Humidity 20-60% RH (non-condensing)
Air Pressure 10 - 100 PSI, CDA or N2
Indicators Power: Green LED, Alarm: Red
Controls On/off switch, Foot switch
Mounting Mounting holes on controller
Emitter Points Tungsten Alloy
Dimensions Hand Unit 8.5"H x 4"W x 1"D, (21.6 x 10.2 x 2.5 cm)
Dimensions Console 3.5"H x 6.25"W x 1.5"D, (8.9 x 15.8 x 3.8 cm)
Filter Option .01 micron filter (replaceable) *Note: Unit also may be operated without filter.
Weight Hand Unit 12 oz. (.341 kg) with 7.5" air hose
Weight Console 1 lb. (.45 kg)

Learn more about the IN6430 at ewdsolutions.com.

Monday, January 13, 2014

Reel Storage Containers From Protektive Pak


Reel Storage Containers are an economical method of storing reels. Conductive plastic indexing ribs prevent the reels from rolling around. Containers are stable and will not fall when only partially full. Made of impregnated corrugated material, providing greater durability than coated or printed material. Static dissipative surface of 10E6 - 10E8 ohms. Buried shielding layer minimizes sloughing and rub-off contamination. Made from 100% recycled material and is 100% recyclable. Lead-free RoHS compliant. Available in open top or closed top models. Boxes include conductive plastic handles. When boxes are closed, the "Faraday Cage" effect restricts electrostatic charges to the exterior of the box.

Learn more about Reel Storage Containers from Protektive Pak at ewdsolutions.com.

Friday, January 10, 2014

General Purpose Staticide® From ACL Staticide

Using General Purpose Staticide® from ACL Staticide can prevent damage of sensitive electronic equipment, components, and sub-assemblies during manufacture, shipping or receiving by reducing a static charge to zero volts. This solution inhibits charge generation on all surfaces it's applied to including tote boxes and carriers used to process and store electronic components. Using General Purpose Staticide® can also reduce dust, dirt, and bacteria attraction by removing the charge. Non-toxic and safe to use, this solution can be used in industrial, institutional, and commercial environments.

Every Staticide® topical dilution is proven to be effective in relative humidity below 15%. Exceeds MIL-B-81705 specifications for static decay in accordance with Federal Test Standard 101, method 4046. One gallon covers approximately 2000 sq.ft. and will last from weeks to months, depending on the application and the material it's applied to. Staticide® topicals can be applied by spraying, wiping, dipping, transfer roller coating, gravure coating or flexographic printing.

Available in 1 quart and 1 gallon bottles from EWD Solutions.

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Hakko FR-830 Preheater

The Hakko FR-830 is a compact and low cost solution to preheating printed circuit boards. The FR-830 incorporates the same higher performance and FR-803B integration feature as the FR-820, but with improved durability over all previous Hakko hot air preheaters.

The integrated self-resetting overheat protection, high pressure fan and convex outlet reduces heat buildup and prevents blockage of the outlet. The angled heater tube protects the heating element from damage caused by debris that may accidentally drop inside the heater opening. Closed loop temperature control allows the output air temperature to be set anywhere between 150-300 degrees Celsius.

Features:
Compact design - 5.5" (W) x 3.0" (H) x 7.3" (D)
Fast heating
Excellent thermal stability
ESD Safe by design
Power consumption: 470W/120VAC
Air flow: 0.15 cu/min

Learn more at ewdsolutions.com.
 

Thursday, January 2, 2014

Brady Safety Signs

To start the New Year out right, this is a good time to look at the safety signs in your facility. Brady, a leading manufacturer of safety signs says that these signs are a necessary and required component for warning and communicating messages or notices to your employees, customers and/or the general public. Selecting and placing a safety sign for your facility is more than a workplace requirement, but an opportunity to prevent costly accidents or dangerous hazards for individuals within your facility. Click here to read more about the varying industry standards and specifications at the Brady website.

EWD Solutions offers a wide selection of signs in multiple sizes and materials:
Admittance Signs: Indicate and identify areas of access that are required in virtually every workplace. They alert employees to potential hazards, safety warning and cautionary notices. They also restrict access to property.

Alert Signs: Feature standard text safety warnings, but also include universally known pictograms that communicate a variety of safety messages and warnings, including no smoking areas, lockout tagout instructions, eye protection requirements, machinery warnings and more.

ANSI Z535 Signs: ANSI signs are highly visible and provide recognizable safety alert messages for workplace caution, waning, notice, danger and more. Signs adhere to ANSI Z535 safety standards for colors and symbols and can be understood by employees and visitors of all cultural backgrounds.

Bilingual And Spanish Only Signs: Provides your facility with the appropriate Spanish and bilingual safety message such as "precaucion," "peligro," "securidad primero," "aviso" and "advertencia."

Braille (ADA) Signs: Meet ADA requirements and new ICC/ANSI 117.1 specifications for identifying permanent rooms within a building. Braille signs feature a true dome-shaped Braille dot.

Chemical, Biohazard & Hazard Signs: These signs are used to identify your plant's chemical storage, biohazard storage and hazardous materials area. They keep your employees safe and help you comply with OSHA standards.

Confined Space Signs: Identify your confined workspace areas including tanks, electrical rooms and enclosures. Include warnings for authorized or permit entry areas. Confined Space Signs also communicate required protective gear, including gloves, eye protection or hearing protection.

Door Signs: Identify doors that must be kept closed, emergency exits, fire exits and more.

Electrical Hazard Signs: Can be used throughout your facility to identify electrical hazard and high voltage areas.

Exit And Directional Signs: Signs lead employees to safety in an emergency or guide traffic in your facility.

Glow-In-The-Dark Signs: Available in B-324 Polyester and B-347 Plastic.

Many more safety signs can be found at EWD Solutions.