PCB Arts GmbH
Instruction Manual Vapor Phase One
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1.9.3
Ventilated lid
The lid of the process chamber is protected from contact by a polyoxymethylene (POM)
plate. Increased temperatures are reached at the stainless steel lid, which is located under
the POM plastic. This area cannot be touched and is insulated with the polyoxymethylene
plate. In addition, there is an active fan which cools the area between the stainless steel lid
and the POM.
1.9.4
Dimensioning of the heating
The heater is dimensioned so that a maximum energy of 3.125W/cm² is achieved. Thus, the
maximum power, which is specified for Galden©, is not reached.
1.9.5
Limitation of the steam ceiling height
The steam ceiling is limited in the process vessel by cooling blocks, which are mounted at a
certain height on the outer wall of the process vessel. These cooling blocks are part of an
actively cooled water circuit. Thus, the steam ceiling height is physically limited via these.
1.9.6
Monitoring the cooling circuit temperature
The water circuit, which is used to limit the vapor ceiling height, is monitored with a
temperature sensor. If the water temperature rises above
X°C
/
X°F
, the Vapor Phase One
will not allow soldering.
1.9.7
Heating temperature monitoring
In addition to the correct dimensioning of the heating, it is monitored and controlled by
software. Should the software control fail to function for inexplicable reasons, dedicated
evaluation electronics ensure an emergency shutdown in the event of overtemperature.
1.9.8
Monitoring the process chamber temperature
The process chamber can open when the temperature of the galde is below a user-
adjustable temperature. This setting can be adjusted in the display ("Eco", "Standard" or
"Fast").
1.9.9
Trial Chamber
The lid of the process chamber cannot be moved manually, this is controlled by a self-locking
motor.
1.10
Cooling system
Caution:
Never fill water into the cooling system while the vapor phase soldering
system is connected to the socket!
Attention:
Only distilled water may be used for cooling. Damage to the unit due to
calcification is excluded from the warranty.
The water is circulated throughout and cooled down by two radiators. For this purpose, the
fans of the radiators must always be able to push through enough air volume - accordingly,
