What temperature should hot air SMD be?
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| Method | Min. Temp. | Max. Temp. |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Air Pencil | 315°C | 400°C |
| SMT Tweezers | 200°C | 300°C |
| Solder Iron | 200°C | 300°C |
What temperature should my hot air be to Desolder?
What temperature should you desolder at?
| Device | Setting |
|---|---|
| Soldering iron | 330 to 360°C (630 to 680°F) |
| Hot air rework station | 350 to 380°C (660 to 720°F), with low to medium airflow. |
How do I turn the hot-air rework station on/off?
Move the switch to “ON” to turn the hot-air rework station on, move the switch to “OFF” to turn the hot-air rework station off. Easy peasy. Please Note! The device will not power off immediately after turning the switch to the “OFF” position. It will continue to blow air until the air temperature is below 100°C.
How can I add a reflow profile to my hotplate?
The hotplate is fully programmable, so that any reflow profile can be added. The reflow process is then fully automated. Let’s get building! For the case we have two options, depending on your hotplate. A first option is to modify the existing enclosure, this is viable if it is big enough to accommodate a SSR, LCD etc.
How do I power on/off the 303d hot air rework station?
Power Switch — The 303D uses a standard North American plug/outlet (~110VAC). Hopefully the power on/off switch is self-explanatory. Move the switch to “ON” to turn the hot-air rework station on, move the switch to “OFF” to turn the hot-air rework station off. Easy peasy. Please Note!
How can I make a DIY reflow oven?
This can be done by applying soldering paste and baking it, either in a (reflow) oven or on a hot plate (like a cooking plate in your kitchen). Around the web, I’ve seen many DIY reflow ovens; in my opinion they have one big downside: they take up a lot of space. So I decided to build a hotplate instead.