Ken Patel wrote:
>
> Wave Expert,
>
> How often one should take solder sample from the wave solder pot for content
> analysis (impurities)? Is there a guideline which assembly house should follow?
>
> re,
> ken patel
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It really depends on your usage. But you can figure this out easily.
Take a sample now and another in a month or so. Compare. If impurities
(delta) levels are too high then reduce cycle time. It may take you a
while to establish your cycle but it works.
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