SMT
Assembly / Reflow
Oven ( protoflow.wmv
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Lead-free Reflow
Process
User-friendly LCD display ensures
easy operation
Preprogrammed with industry
standard profiles
Integrated USB communication port
for easy programming of reflow
profiles and process recording
and analysis
Motorized drawer for easy access
and automatic cool-down after
reflow process
Inert gas option prevents
oxidation during process
USB connectivity |
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The
ProtoFlow is LPKF's premiere convection
oven, ideal for lead-free reflow
soldering, meeting the stringent demands
of rapid PCB soldering applications. The
ProtoFlow features even heat
distribution, easy programming, and many
pre-definied temperature profiles. The
compact design and efficient power
consumption make it one of the most
useful components in any rapid PCB
prototyping environment. |
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The
LPKF ProtoFlow is a convection oven for
lead-free reflow soldering. It is a key
component in rapid SMD prototyping and
small batch production. Compact and
versatile, the ProtoFlow offers a large
working area with motorized drawer for
automatic cool-down and easy access, and
microprocessor controlled temperature/time
profiles. The LPKF ProtoFlow is excellent
for SMD Reflow soldering, adhesive
hardening by precipitation, hardening by
precipitation of conductive paste for
plated-through holes, and other thermal
procedures. |
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The
LPKF ProtoFlow can be fitted with a flow
meter for inert gas to prevent oxidation
during the reflow process, assuring
optimal results of soldered joints. |
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User-Friendly
LCD Display |
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The LCD
display allows for extremely easy data
setting. All profile parameters such as
temperature, process duration, and
cooling airflow can be individually
programmed and stored as custom profiles,
both in the ProtoFlow memory and via USB
cable onto a host PC, allowing for
virtually unlimited flexibility and
profile storage. |
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Profile
Logging and Process Optimization |
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The
LPKF ProtoFlow can be fitted with four
optional thermocouple probes, which can
be mounted anywhere on the PCB or
components, allowing for complete data
logging of temperature changes and
instant feedback to the user. This data
can be stored on a PC and analyzed later. |
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Motorized
Drawer |
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The
LPKF ProtoFlow is equipped with a
motoized drawer which allows easy access
to the circuit board. The drawer can be
programmed to open automatically,
starting the cool-down phase. An operator
is not required to constantly attend the
process. |
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Lighted
Process Chamber |
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Observe
the process through the ProtoFlow's
window. Integrated interior lighting
reveals the status of the soldering
process and allows for on-the-fly job
modification where needed to optimize the
reflow process. |
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Inert
gas option |
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External
connection with flow meter for inert gas
is available for the LPKF ProtoFlow.
Nitrogen atmosphere reduces the chances
of oxidation during the process and
ensures superior soldered joints. |
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SMT
Pick & Place System protoplace.wmv |
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The LPKF
ProtoPlace is an ergonomically
designed, semi-automatic pick
& place system for the
professional assembly of SMD
printed circuit board prototypes
and small batch projects. The
ProtoPlace quickly assembles SMD
boards, with the user controlling
each step of the assembly process
through an LCD display. Most
functions are easily executed
from an interface panel with four
directional arrows |
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A camera system coupled
with the display ensures easy and
accurate component positioning control,
so the ProtoPlace can precisely assemble
complex circuits. |
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Manually guided
movements of the ProtoPlace manipulator
can be locked in both the X- and Y-directions,
and fine adjustments can be performed
using micrometer screws. A pneumatic
device supports the positioning of the
components, eliminating errors and
guaranteeing accuracy. |
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Three different feeders
supply the components. An integrated
dispenser for solder paste is standard
equipment, and the ProtoPlace can be
equipped with an additional reworking
station. |
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