SX-70
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These instructions detail the basic operational guidelines for using the SX-70
Sodr-X-Tractor handpiece.
Introduction
The SX-70 Sodr-X-Tractor handpiece provides thermally enhanced through-hole
desoldering on extra heavy multilayer assemblies, at safer, lower temperatures, even
during continuous use and features a large easy-to-clean solder reservoir. The SX-
70 also provides safe removal of TQFP (Thin Quad FlatPack) and TSOP (Thin
Small Outline Package) surface mount components and continuous removal of old
solder from surface mount lands. Its slim-line, pencil grip design and finger
actuated vacuum switch facilitates ease of use and manipulation in tight places.
The SX-70 is a member of the PACE SensaTemp family of advanced handpieces.
CAUTION
Always return heated handpieces to the appropriate Tip & Tool Stand when
not in use. Failure to do so may cause burns to the operator, equipment or
work surfaces and may be a potential ignition source if combustible materials
are nearby. Always use this handpiece in a well ventilated area to avoid
inhalation of fumes created by solder flux.
NOTES
When using your SX-70 Sodr-X-Tractor handpiece for the first time or if you
have just replaced the heater, we recommend that you follow the “SX-70
Heater Burn-in” procedure (Red tag on handpiece) to increase the life
expectancy of the heater.
Always use your SX-70 Sodr-X-Tractor with a clean VisiFilter element.
Otherwise a deterioration in performance or damage to the unit may occur.
Select and enter your desired true operating temperature on your PACE
power source. To save tip life and reduce the possibility of damage, PACE
recommends using the lowest possible tip temperature that will provide rapid
yet controllable melt of the entire solder joint to be extracted. Begin with an
operating temperature in the range of 316°C (600°F) and adjust as necessary.
