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- Page 1 ST 40A Systems Operation & Maintenance Manual...
- Page 2 ThermoPart, ThermoPik, ThermoTweez, Tip-Evac, VisiFilter. The following are trademarks and/or servicemarks of PACE Incorporated, Laurel Maryland U.S.A. and may only be used to identify genuine PACE products or services: Auto Off, Cubby-Vac, Datastore, Dust Evac, EKO, Fume Scoop, Heat Wave, Lab Evac, PaceLink, PaceNet, Pik &...
- Page 3 MANUAL NUMBER 5050-0361 REV. D SYSTEM QUICK START The ST 40A system is very easy to operate and can be quickly set up for use in standard soldering operations. To begin operation of your new system quickly, perform the "Set-Up" and "Quick Start - Basic Operation"...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents TITLE PAGE General Information ....................4 Introduction ....................4 Specifications....................4 Parts Identification ..................5 Safety ........................6 Set-Up ........................6 System ......................6 SP Tip & Tool Stand ................7 Handpiece Connection ................8 Air Hose Routing ..................8 System Power Up .................. - Page 5 Table of Contents TITLE PAGE Set-Up Mode ......................30 Introduction ....................30 Entering Set-Up Mode ................30 Operation ....................31 Password ....................31 °F/°C Digital Readout ................32 Temperature Limits ................32 Temperature Setback ................33 Auto Off Safety System ................ 34 Digital Readout Accuracy................
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Page 6: General Information
ST 40A system. The ST 40A system utilizes the model PPS 25A power source which incorporates a highly responsive SensaTemp (closed loop) control system providing up to 80 Watts of total power to a single output channel. -
Page 7: Parts Identification
General Information Temperature Specifications: Tip Temperature Range: 38°C to 482°C (100°F to 900°F) nominal. Temperature Stability: ±1.1°C (±2°F) at idle from set tip temp. NOTE - Actual minimum and maximum Operating Tip Temperatures may vary depending on Handpiece, Tip selection and application. EOS/ESD Specifications: The specifications shown below apply except on "Soft Ground Systems"... -
Page 8: Safety
Set-Up System Set up the ST 40A system using the following steps and associated drawings. 1. Store the shipping container(s) in a convenient location. Reuse of these containers will prevent damage if you store or ship the system. -
Page 9: Sp Tip & Tool Stand
Set-Up SP Tip & Tool Stand 4. Place the 4 remaining Rubber Feet on the bottom corners of the enclosed SP Tip & Tool Stand. 5. The SP Tip & Tool Stand may be used as “free standing” or may be attached to either side of the power source. -
Page 10: Handpiece Connection
Set-Up Handpiece Connection 8. Connect the handpiece connector plug into the Power Receptacle in the following manner. a) With the Connector Key end facing the power source, turn the Locking Ring fully counterclockwise . b) Align the Connector Key with the Receptacle Keyway. -
Page 11: Heater Burn In
Burn In feature which, when activated will burn in the heater in a similar manner as is described on the tag. Use this feature when setting up a new ST 40A system (burn in all handpieces) or when replacing a handpiece heater assembly. - Page 12 Set-Up 8. The system is now in the Burn In Mode. The handpiece heater will begin to heat up with the temperature displayed (in °C or °F) on the Digital Readout. The message “Heater Burn In” (flashing off and on) and an hour glass graphic will appear and will continue to be displayed until the conclusion of the burn in cycle.
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Page 13: Pacelink
ST 40A, actuation of its finger switch will activate air flow through the AUTO SNAP-VAC and Controllable PRESSURE ports of the ST 60 system. To link your ST 40A system to a ST 60 system, perform the following procedure. -
Page 14: Handpiece Tips
5. HANDPIECES: The SP-2A Sodr-Pen (which comes standard with your ST 40A system) uses 3/16" shank tips providing maximum heat transfer for Surface Mount and multilayer board applications. The optional SP-1A Sodr-Pen uses 1/8" shank tips and features a slimmer,... - Page 15 Handpiece Tips Shown below is a partial listing of available single point and SMT tip configurations. Contact your local authorized PACE distributor for the Tip & Applications catalog which contains a complete list of tips. 3/16" SHANK EXTENDED REACH 3/16" SHANK TIPS...
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Page 16: Tip Installation
Hold the handpiece with the heater pointed up at an angle to prevent injury to personnel. 1. Select the proper tip for your application. Refer to Table I or the PACE Tip & Applications Catalog. 2. Install the selected tip in the following manner. -
Page 18: Quick Start - Basic Operation
Quick Start - Basic Operation Introduction The ST 40A system is very easy to operate. As received from the factory, the system can be quickly set up for use in standard soldering operations. Simply perform the following Quick Start Procedure to begin system operation. - Page 19 Quick Start - Basic Operation X X X 4. Immediately press the Scroll Up ( ) Key to increase the desired Tip Temperature. Press the Scroll Down ( ) Key to decrease the desired Tip Temperature. Te m p = X X X S e t Te m p = X X X 5.
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Page 20: Operation
Operation IMPORTANT PACE recommends that you not read the “Set-Up Mode” section until after you feel comfortable with system operation. Please read the following “Operation" section thoroughly before changing the system settings. Definitions Please read and become familiar with the definitions of each of the following terms which are used repeatedly in the following operational procedures. -
Page 21: Auto Tip Temperature Compensation
True Tip Temperatures can differ greatly from temperature settings when using larger SMT soldering tips. This difference is called Tip Temperature Offset. The ST 40A Auto Tip Temperature Compensation feature lets you set and display true tip temperatures regardless of size and type of tip or handpiece. PACE recommends the use of the Tip &... -
Page 22: Basic Operation
Operation Basic Operation The ST 40A system is very easy to adjust and operate. The following instructions direct the operator to adjust temperature settings to levels that are arbitrary to familiarize the operator with the system. The illustrations depict temperature in °C. - Page 23 Operation e) An hour glass icon at the top left corner of the Digital Readout if the Temperature Setback/Auto Off features are enabled. This icon will flash 1 minute prior to Temperature Setback and will continue flashing in Temperature Setback. f) The Set Tip Temperature (“Set Temp = XXX”) in the Tip Temperature Set Mode, and the Tip Offset Constant...
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Page 24: Power Up
Operation Power Up 3. Turn the Power Switch ON (“1”). NOTE If the Power Receptacle does not have a handpiece attached, “Open Sensor Check Handpiece” will be displayed on the Digital Readout. Panel Controls 4. With a handpiece connected to the system the Digital Readout will display the stored Set Tip Temperature and the Operating Tip Temperature. - Page 25 Operation 5. Press the Offset Key. The Digital Readout will display the Tip Offset Constant value (which is "0" as received XXX °C from the factory). If the Offset Key is immediately pressed again, or if no other operation occurs within 5 seconds, the Digital Readout will revert to the Temperature Display Mode (normal operation).
- Page 26 Operation 8. Immediately press the Offset Key to 0 2 8 exit the Tip Offset Mode and enter the new Tip Offset Constant into the system memory. NOTE - “**” appears on the Digital Readout if a Tip Offset Constant value greater than 0 (the default) has been stored in system memory.
- Page 27 Operation 11. Press the Set Key once to enter the Tip Temperature Set Mode. Immediately press & hold the Scroll Down ( ) Key. 2 8 8 Observe as the displayed Set Tip 0 2 8 Temperature decreases first in 1° and then in 10°...
- Page 28 Temperature. Refer to "Auto Tip Temperature Compensation" for more detailed information on this important feature. PACE recommends the use of the Tip & Temperature Selection System booklet (PACE P/N 5050-0251) as a guide to accurately set and maintain a true tip temperature for any size and type of SMT tip.
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Page 29: Temperature Setback
Operation Temperature Setback To preserve tip life and save energy, the ST 40A system can be programmed to automatically set back its Tip Temperature to 177°C (350°F) after a selected period of handpiece inactivity (adjustable 5-120 minutes in Set-Up Mode). As received from the factory, this feature is enabled. -
Page 30: Exiting Temperature Setback
Set Tip Temperature is achieved. Auto Off Safety System The Auto Off safety system of the ST 40A system removes power 30-120 minutes (adjustable in Set-Up Mode) after entering Temperature Setback. This feature is automatically enabled when Temperature Setback is enabled. -
Page 31: Factory Settings
Operation FACTORY SETTINGS The ST 40A system comes equipped with a number of features which may be adjusted, enabled or disabled as desired by the user. Listed below are the features and factory settings of each. To change and/or learn about any of these features, refer to the applicable part of the “Set-Up Mode”... -
Page 32: Set-Up Mode
Set-Up Mode Introduction The menu driven Digital Readout of the ST 40A system in the Set-Up Mode allows you to easily customize your system. In most cases, the operator is directed as to which key(s) to press in order to proceed. In cases where specific instructions are not displayed, simply press the Set Key to proceed to the next step. -
Page 33: Operation
Set-Up Mode Operation Password 5. If a Password has been previously stored in system memory, enter the 4 key sequence Password. 6. At this point the Digital Readout will ask you: a) If you would like to retain the "Same" Password (if previously stored) in the system. -
Page 34: F/°C Digital Readout
Set-Up Mode °F/°C Digital Readout 7. The Digital Readout will now display D i s p l a y i s ° C “Display is °F (or °C) Push P u s h t o C h a n g e Change”. -
Page 35: Temperature Setback
Set-Up Mode HI (Upper) Temperature Limit Setpoint 12. The Digital Readout now displays “Hi Limit = XXX°C (or F)”. This is the stored value of the Upper Temperature Limit. 13. Press Scroll Keys as necessary to increase (Scroll Up ( ) Key) or decrease (Scroll Down ( ) Key) the Upper Temperature Limit value. -
Page 36: Auto Off Safety System
Set-Up Mode 18. Press the Set Key. Auto Off Safety System 19. The Digital Readout now displays “Auto Off = X:XX” indicating time to Auto Off in hours and minutes (30 minutes minimum, 2 hours max.) in increments of 1 minute. To change the time period, press the Scroll Keys. -
Page 37: Corrective Maintenance
Corrective Maintenance Digital Readout Message Codes Listed below are message codes which may be displayed on the Digital Readout if a mistake is made by the operator (e.g., wrong Password entry) or if the system has malfunctioned. Table III. Digital Readout Message Codes... -
Page 38: Power Source
Corrective Maintenance Power Source Most malfunctions are simple and easy to correct. Refer to Table IV below to clear these malfunctions. Symptom Probable Cause Solution No power to system. Blown Fuse Check handpiece using Table V. Replace fuse located in AC Receptacle/Fuse Holder. -
Page 39: Handpieces
Handpieces The following “Heater Assembly Checkout Procedures” (Table V) is applicable to all PACE SensaTemp handpieces used with the ST 20 system except for the ThermoTweez (TT-65) handpiece. Refer to either of the TT-65 manuals (5050- 0300 or 5050-0336) for troubleshooting procedures pertinent to that handpiece. -
Page 40: Heater Replacement
Corrective Maintenance Heater Replacement Insure that the installed heater assembly of your handpiece is defective by referring to Table V (Heater Assembly Checkout Procedures). If replacement becomes necessary, follow the procedure below for best results. 1. Disconnect the Sodr-Pen from the power source. 2. - Page 41 Corrective Maintenance 9. Place the new metal Compression Spring over the end of the Heater Assembly . 10. Install the new Heater Retaining Nut to secure the Heater Assembly and rubber Compression Spring to the Handle. 11. Tighten the white plastic Strain Relief Screw (if present) located at the rear of the Handle until the screw is flush with or just above the Handle surface to secure the cable assembly in position.
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Page 42: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts SP-1A/SP-2A Handpieces Listed are the replacement parts which may be ordered through your local authorized PACE distributor. To obtain any other replacement parts, contact PACE Customer Service directly at Tel. #(301) 490-9860 or FAX #(301) 483-7030. Item Description... -
Page 43: Accessory Items
Listed below is a packing list of the items shipped with the system plus optional and accessory items. This list is current at the time of publication of this manual. QTY. SUPPLIED ITEM PART ST 40A NO. DESCRIPTION NUMBER ST 40AJ ST 40AE ACCESSORY TRAY ITEMS (PACKING LIST) -
Page 44: Manual Improvement & Comment Form
Instructions Duplicate this form and submit comments on the copy. Keep the original to make future comments. Complete all requested information. Submit completed form to: PACE Incorporated Applications Engineering Fax: (301) 604-8782 9893 Brewers Court Laurel, MD 20723-1990 U.S.A. 5050-0361 Rev.