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- Page 1 i‑CON VARIO 2 i‑CON VARIO 2 P i‑CON VARIO 2 HP Soldering & Desoldering Station Operating Instructions Ersa GmbH Leonhard-Karl-Str. 24 Phone +49 9342/800-0 97877 Wertheim/Germany Fax +49 9342/800-127 www.ersa.com service.tools@kurtzersa.de...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
6.2.6.4 Maintenance and servicing X-TOOL VARIO............. 23 6.2.7 Working with the VAC PEN ................... 25 6.2.8 Setting heating stage of heating plate ................25 6.2.9 Working with the heating plate ..................26 Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... - Page 3 6.3.4 Calibration temperature ....................29 6.3.5 Setting the size of the hot air nozzle i-TOOL AIR S ............29 6.3.6 Tip offset ........................30 6.3.7 Calibrating the i-CON VARIO 2 ..................31 6.3.8 Determining the calibration temperature ..............31 6.3.9 Energy ........................... 32 6.3.10 Standby period ......................
- Page 4 8.2 Cleaning ........................... 52 8.3 Replacing the air filter ......................52 9. Spare parts, accessories ......................53 9.1 Desoldering tips CHIP TOOL VARIO (one pair each) ..............55 10. Warranty ..........................56 Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
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Page 5: Introduction
The use of a microSD‑card or the i‑SET TOOL offers the additional possibility to save the different settings of the station. Furthermore, this way the saved data can not only be transferred back to the soldering station, but also to other i‑CON VARIO 4 stations. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 6: Technical Data
Weight without power cable Approx. 30 g Miscellaneous Power cable 1.5 m, highly flexible, heat resistant, antistatic Antistatic design acc. to MIL‑SPEC/ESA‑standard Identification and standby function integrated in the handle Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... - Page 7 Approx. 35 s to 350 °C Temperature range 150 – 450 °C Temperature measurement Ni-CrNi thermocouple Start vacuum Up to 800 mbar Weight Approx. 210 g incl. cable and desoldering tip Design Antistatic Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
- Page 8 1,2 m ultra‑flexible, heat‑resistant, antistatic Weight (without cable) Approx. 30 g Design Antistatic Vacuum pipette VAC PEN Designation Value Tube 1,0 m silicone Weight (without tube) 24 g Design Antistatic Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
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Page 9: Concerning Your Safety
They are used to highlight any texts containing explanations, information and hints. ■ This symbol identifies – activities that is strictly required, or – instructions that must be strictly complied with. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 10: Safety Instructions
Solders and solder auxiliaries are toxic. If they enter into the organism it will have a toxic effect. Eating, drinking and smoking is strictly prohibited. Always wash your hands thoroughly after having worked with solder and solder auxiliaries. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... - Page 11 Electronic components can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. Note the warnings on the packing or ask the manufacturer or supplier. To protect these components use an ESD‑save workplace (ESD = electrostatic discharge). Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
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Page 12: Intended Use
Intended use also includes observing the operating instructions including the safety instructions. National and international regulations National and international health and safety regulations as well as occupational health and accident prevention regulations must be complied with. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 13: Transport, Storage, Waste Disposal
Transport, storage, waste disposal Transport and storage The i-CON VARIO 2 is delivered in a strong cardboard box. Please use only the original packaging for transportation and intermediate storage. Strictly avoid jerky movements, impacts or putting down of the i‑CON VARIO 2. The i‑CON VARIO 2 must be adequately protected against weather influences like rain, fog or sea air, etc. -
Page 14: Commissioning
Contents Order no. 0ICV2000A 0ICV2000AI 0ICV2000AC 0ICV2000AXV 0ICV2000HP i-CON VARIO 2 0ICV203A i-CON VARIO 2 P 0ICV203AP i-CON VARIO 2 HP 0ICV203HP i-TOOL AIR S 0470ERJ i-TOOL 0100CDJ CHIP TOOL VARIO 0460MDJ... -
Page 15: Switching On The First Time
) a hot plate or a fume extraction can be controlled. ⑪ With the Y-adapter 0IRHP100A-15 both devices can be controlled from the interface port From the interface port only a fume extraction can be controlled. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... - Page 16 Commissioning ■ Connect the mains supply cable with Rework heating plate and mains supply socket ② ■ Switch on the soldering station ③ Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
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Page 17: Functional Description
2 seconds. It displays the name of the station ① and the software version of the i-CON VARIO 2. ② After this the station automatically changes to working mode: The names and values of the soldering tool currently pre-selected (active) for operation, are represented by means of bigger characters ③... -
Page 18: Microsd-Card
With the password protection activated, the nominal value can only be changed via the parameter mode. The password is needed for this. For all soldering tools not specially mentioned in these instructions, you should consult the operating instructions for the corresponding tool. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 19: Working With The I-Tool Air S
From VARIO firmware V.1.20 and i‑TOOL AIR S V.1.04 you can adjust the sensitivity of the optical sensor in menu [Parameter], value [Opto Sensor]. Default = [Med]. [Low] = less sensitive, [High] = more sensitive. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... - Page 20 Multipolar SMDs on heavy circuit 450 – 550 10 – 20 4, 6, without nozzle board THT soldering 350 – 450 2 – 10 2, 4 Additionally use a heating plate (0IRHP100A). Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
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Page 21: Working With The Chip Tool Vario
■ Cautiously check if the tips can still be twisted and tighten the screw a little more if necessary. Before changing the soldering tips the anti‑twist protection must be loosened. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 22: Working With The X-Tool Vario
Multi‑layer, plated‑through PCBs Approx. 300°C – 330°C Approx. 330°C – 360°C Multilayer and high‑mass components Approx. 350°C – 380°C Approx. 400°C – 430°C * Function only with models with vacuum pump Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 23: Desoldering With X-Tool Vario
The residual solder pot can heat up during desoldering. Let the tool cool down to room temperature before removing the residual solder pot. Place a warm residual solder pot only on heat resistant surfaces. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... - Page 24 ■ Re-install the residual solder pot. CAUTION! Material damage is possible! Always make sure that the pre‑filter, filter plug and sintered filter disc are properly installed before using the tool. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
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Page 25: Working With The Vac Pen
Stage [1]: Lowest heating power; Stage [6] maximum heating power. The factory setting is [0]. ■ When the desired heating stage appears, press the i‑OP to select the heating stage. * With vacuum pump versions only Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 26: Working With The Heating Plate
The following characteristic shows the end temperatures of the heating plate at the various heating ranges. • Horizontal (x): Set heating range • Vertical (T): Temperature after 10 minutes of heating Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 27: Parameter Mode
Press the i‑OP to activate the cursor, pressing the i‑OP again deactivates the cursor. With the cursor is activated, turn the i‑OP to change the value of the parameter accordingly. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 28: I-Set Tool
Display contrast, calibration and offset are not transferred. The transfer of data solely takes place via the tool sockets A1 of the i-CON VARIO 2. When transferring data to the soldering station, the parameters for all soldering tools will be overwritten. Please remember this when operating different tools on your soldering station. -
Page 29: Min. Temp. / Max. Temp
S is connected to the station, the option [Air nozzle] will appear. After pressing the i-OP one can adjust the type of the hot air nozzle used. Pressing again confirms the selection. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 30: Tip Offset
0452FDLF275 612 JD 212 RD 0452FDLF400 612 ID 212 ID 0452QDLF100 612 HD 212 ND 0452QDLF125 612 ZD 212 WD 0452QDLF150 612 ND 212 OD 0452QDLF175 0452QDLF200 0452QDLF250 0452RDLF150 0452RDLF225 Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 31: Calibrating The I-Con Vario 2
Determining the calibration temperature ■ Determine the temperature of the soldering tip by using a calibrated measuring instrument (e.g. Ersa DTM 100). ■ Compare the display values of i-CON VARIO 2 and measuring instrument. ■ Calculate the temperature difference: ∆T = T –... -
Page 32: Energy
With the i‑TOOL and the CHIP TOOL VARIO reheating from standby temperature is caused by movement, with the Tech‑Tool this is accomplished by short wiping with a moist sponge, with other tools by pressing or turning the i‑OP (except i‑TOOL AIR S). Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 33: Configuration Mode
[ ◄ ]. For the soldering tool connected to tool socket A2 the bottom line shows the symbol [ ► ]. Keep turning the i‑OP, until the temperature window indicates the desired socket. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 34: Process Alarm
Choose the entry [ABORT] and confirm, in order to cancel the process. In this case there is no password protection. ■ Write down the set password, choose the entry [>>>] (Continue) and press the i‑OP to confirm. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 35: Changing The Password
(see type plate). The password protection can also be disabled with the i‑SET TOOL; see chapter 6.3.1 [i‑SET TOOL]. For this purpose follow the corresponding note in chapter 6.4.3 [Password protection]. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 36: Temperature Unit
Find more about this in chapter 6.2.4 [Working with the i‑TOOL AIR S]. A controlled heating plate is not automatically activated! Find out more about this in chapter 6.2 [The work mode]. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 37: Heating Plate
Select the desired function by turning the i‑OP activate it by pressing the button. There are 3 different modes available. Depending on the selected mode one of the opposite displays will appear. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 38: Factory Settings ("Default")
Nominal temp. °C Calibr. temp. °C Tip offset/type – 472BR 422 MD 462MD007 Energy Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Standby time (min) Standby temp. (°C) With vacuum pump models only Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 39: Contrast
(CB), the powerboards (PB) und and the tools connected to the tool sock- ets can be displayed. Activate the contrast mode as described above, click and hold the i‑OP afterwards. Clicking and holding the i‑OP for a second time closes the display. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 40: Changing Soldering Tips
ATTENTION! Risk of injury! Do not touch the tip! Danger of injury caused by tin needles, sharp edges and shape related by the tip itself. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 41: Replacing The Soldering Tip In The Soldering Tip Fastening
Loosen the covering tube by turning the knurled nut anti‑clockwise. ① ■ Pull off the covering tube ① ■ Carefully pull off the hot air nozzle with the tip change forceps ② Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 42: Changing Desoldering Tips Of X-Tool Vario
Carefully press the soldering tip laterally out of the holding cage. Avoid jamming. ■ Insert the new tip into the holder cage of tip mounting. Avoid jam- ming. ■ The tip must engage in the holder cage. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 43: Changing A Heating Element
Please return the tool to the Ersa Service to have the heating element replaced. 6.8.3 Changing the CHIP TOOL heating element ■ To change the heating element please proceed as described in the operating instructions of “Ersa CHIP TOOL” (3BA00128‑00). Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 44: Changing The Chip Tool Vario Heating Element
Clean the heating element on a regular basis. Change the tip at least once daily (e.g. at the end of the shift). Cleaning with the accompanying brass brush will prevent the tip from sticking. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 45: Changing The Prefilter
Remove the used filter from the plug by pulling and turning at the same time. ■ Push a new filter into the socket. ■ Plug in the tube of the tool again. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 46: Sensitive Components
The soldering station is fully antistatically equipped and thus meets the requirements of the American Military Standard. Upon delivery the soldering tips are directly connected with the protective network conductor. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 47: Error Diagnosis And Remedy
3.5 ‑ 4.5 Ohm (with cold soldering iron). In case of interruption the heating element must be replaced. ( = equipotential bonding) ⑦ 3,8...5 Heating element Plug of i‑TOOL Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 48: I-Tool Thermocouple
ATTENTION! Risk of burning! Only perform the following remedial action after the soldering tool has cooled down. ± 10% Plug of i‑TOOL AIR S Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 49: Continuity Check For X-Tool Vario
If after checking the above‑mentioned points, the tip is heated incorrect, you can check the heating element resistance and the temperature sensor with a resistance meter for continuity. ATTENTION! Risk of burning! Only perform the following remedial action after the soldering tool has cooled down. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 50: I-Tool Hp Heating Element
1.8 to 2.3 ohms should be measurable. ⑤ ⑥ Parameter changes not possible If the station is password protected, the parameters can only be changed after entering the correct password. (see chapter 6.4.3 [Password protection]). Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 51: Error Messages
CHIP TOOL VARIO. See also chapter „6.8.1 Changing the i‑TOOL heating element“ auf Seite 43]. If the soldering station is sent in for repair, all associated tools must also be sent in. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 52: Maintenance And Cleaning
Grip the new air filter carefully with the pincers and push it into the opening. The filter should be pushed in for about 3 mm and touch all sides of the air inlet opening. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 53: Spare Parts, Accessories
Hot air nozzle i‑TOOL AIR S, Ø 3.5 mm, bended 0472ER Hot air nozzle i‑TOOL AIR S, Ø 4 mm 0472BR Hot air nozzle i‑TOOL AIR S, Ø 6 mm 0472CR Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... - Page 54 Spare parts for CHIP TOOL, see operating instructions “Ersa CHIP TOOL” (3BA00128-00). Spare parts for X‑TOOL VARIO, see operating instructions “Ersa X-TOOL VARIO“ (3BA00215) Other spare parts can be found in Ersa webshop: www.ersashop.com Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
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Page 55: Desoldering Tips Chip Tool Vario (One Pair Each)
Chisel shaped, 1.5 mm, angled 0462MDLF015 Pen pointed, 0.2 mm, angled 0462SDLF002 Pen pointed 0.5 mm 0462PDLF005 Chisel shaped 1.0 mm 0462CDLF010 Chisel shaped 1.8 mm 0462CDLF018 For further information please refer to: www.kurtzersa.com/electronics‑production‑equipment/soldering‑tools‑accessories.html Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... -
Page 56: Warranty
THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5... - Page 57 Warranty Ersa i-CON VARIO 2 3BA00205 • 2020-10-28 • Rev. 5...
- Page 58 Phone +852 2331 2232 www.ersa.com asia@kurtzersa.com Mexico www.ersa.com Ersa France Kurtz Ersa México, S.A. de C.V. Division de Kurtz France S.A.R.L Av. Lopez Mateos Sur Núm. 1450 Int. 7 China 15 rue de la Sucharde Col. Las Amapas (Plaza las Villas)
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