Process · Wave Soldering
Wave-soldering systems for series production
In wave soldering, the assembly passes through flux application, preheating and the solder wave in a continuous process. The SASinno iWA series offers different conveyor widths and preheating configurations.
How wave soldering works.
A spray fluxer applies flux selectively along the programmed path. Preheating prepares the assembly before the conveyor passes it over the solder wave. Layout, masking, PCB format and thermal tolerance must be compatible with the process.
Typical application
Wave soldering is a possible solution for series-produced THT assemblies. Suitability depends on component spacing, solder access, permissible heat input and the desired line integration.
What matters when choosing a system.
Conveyor width
iWA models cover maximum conveyor widths of 350, 450 and 600 mm. Include the production panel and carrier in measurements.
Preheating
The number and type of heating zones differ between models. Temperature measurements on a sample establish the actual heat demand.
Conveyor and interfaces
Conveyor direction, height and connection to the rest of the line must be established before selection.
Nitrogen and solder feed
Nitrogen protection, inline heating and automatic solder-bar feeding are options depending on the model; the exact configuration should be specified in the quotation.
Matching systems.
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iWA-450
The iWA-450 is a lead-free wave soldering system for THT assemblies. It processes PCBs up to 450 mm wide with two solder waves.
450 mm maximum transport widthInline
iWA-350S
Wave soldering system with spray fluxer, convection preheating and two solder waves.
350 mm maximum transport widthInline
iWA-3-45
System with spray fluxer, convection, IR preheating and two solder waves.
450 mm maximum transport widthInline
iWA-3-60
Inline wave soldering system with two solder waves plus hot-air and IR preheating.
600 mm maximum transport widthInline
iWA-600
Inline system with two solder waves and selective spray fluxing for PCBs up to 600 mm.
600 mm maximum transport widthInlineFrequently asked questions about wave soldering.
What distinguishes selective from wave soldering?
Selective soldering processes defined joints locally. In wave soldering, the assembly passes over a continuous solder wave. The component layout and process objectives determine suitability.
Which width should be specified?
The total width of the PCB or carrier to be transported, not only the usable area of the populated board.
Your process begins
with your assembly.
Tell us the format, application and desired production integration.