Pace TP-65 Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual page 9

TIP AND PICK ALIGNMENT
For the TP-65 to operate at its maximum efficiency (maximum heater to tip
heat transfer), the tip must be fully inserted into the heater bore and properly
secured. Due to large physical size and tip mass, the TP-65 has Tip Offset
Constants that
range from 34°C (62°F) to 112°C
(201°F).
The vacuum pick assembly within the TP-65
handpiece comes factory adjusted for most
QFP components. A vacuum pick setting where
the vacuum cup makes contact with the
component body as the tip makes contact with
the component leads is the recommended
starting point. A good vacuum must be
maintained to quickly remove the component.
Use the following procedure and accompanying
illustrations if adjustment is necessary.
The factory setting of the collars on the vacuum pick is 74mm (2.9inches)
from the end of the pick rod to the front edge of the first collar. This setting
is correct for removal of most components.
1. Using the tip tool, remove the vacuum cup and set aside.
2. Remove the handpiece rear seal and compression spring and set
aside.
3. Slide out the vacuum tube assembly and locate the two Collars.
4. Adjust the Collars in the following manner:
a) Loosen the set screw in the Collar closest to point "A" to adjust
for increased component height or the Collar closest to point "B"
for decreased component height. Adjust the Pick position for
your component. Tighten set screw to secure in position.
b) Loosen the set screw of the second Collar and adjust collar so
that the Washer is snug between the two collars yet free to
rotate. Tighten set screw to secure in position.
5. Reassemble the vacuum pick in reverse order.
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