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PACE Incorporated retains the right to make changes to specifications contained herein at any time, without notice. Contact your local authorized PACE Distributor or PACE Incorporated to obtain the latest specifications. The following are registered trademarks and/or servicemarks of PACE Incorporated, Laurel Maryland U.S.A.
This manual will provide you with the information necessary to properly install, operate and maintain all of the available accessories (except Thermocouple Meter & Large Board Holder) for the PACE ThermoFlo systems. Detailed installation instructions are provided for each available accessory. Currently available accessories are:...
Work Platform Installation The Work Platform is provided with each TF 500 ThermoFlo System. Use the following instructions and accompanying illustrations as a guide to assemble the Work Platform. 1. Place the Base upside down on a work surface and install the 4 Rubber Feet (with built-in screws) at the corners of the Base.
Advanced Placement Platform Installation The Advanced Placement Platform (including Fine Adjustment Table) is provided with each TF 700 ThermoFlo System. Use the following instructions and accompanying illustrations as a guide to assemble the Advanced Placement Platform. 1. Place the Base upside down on a work surface and install the 4 Rubber Feet (with built-in screws) at the corners of the Base.
Advanced Placement Platform Ground Cable The Ground Cable is supplied to provide a connection to the Work Platform as a part of your static control program.
Fine Adjustment Work Platform Fine Adjustment Table The Fine Adjustment Table facilitates the installation of fine pitch SMT components. The table can hold your PCB (up to 45.7cm X 45.7cm (18" X 18")) assemblies in position for rework. Fine adjustment x & y axis controls allow easy component to land pattern alignment.
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Fine Adjustment Work Platform e) Turn the Theta Lock knob (item ) counterclockwise to loosen. Grasp the ends of the metal slide Ç rods; push one end while pulling the other to rotate table. Rotate table until component/land pattern is square to nozzle. Turn Theta Lock knob clockwise to lock table in position. d) Adjust the Y-Axis Stops if desired.
ThermoFlo Handpiece Installation NOTE If the Fiber Optic Lighting Attachment or any of the Vision Attachments (Lens or Camera) have been purchased, they should be installed before performing the following procedure. 1. Unscrew the Plastic Heat Shield (marked "HOT") from the ThermoFlo handpiece and set aside. 2.
ThermoFlo Handpiece Operation The ThermoFlo handpiece can be easily raised or lowered using either of the Height Adjustment Knobs. To provide repeatable clearance of an attached nozzle assembly relative the the surface of PCB assembly (Nozzle- to-PCB clearance), do the following: 1.
Standard Board Holder Installation This accessory (part number 6018-0098) is provided with each TF 500 ThermoFlo System. You can use this accessory to hold your PCB (up to 20.3 cm X 20.3 cm (8" X 8") size) assemblies in position for rework. If you are using a Heat Wave Preheating System, it is not necessary to assemble this accessory;...
Heat Wave Interface Installation An interface cable must be installed when using the HS 200 Heat Wave system with the ThermoFlo. If an Advanced Placement Platform has been purchased, an adapter plate must be installed on the bottom of the Heat Wave heater unit to allow mounting onto the Fine Adjustment Table.
3. Adjust the light intensity control knob (on Light Power Supply front panel) for best light brightness. Replacement Lamp (Light Power Supply) - PACE Part Number 1165-0027 For complete information on operation, servicing and replacement parts of the VL405 Light Power Supply,...
Fume Extraction Ready Attachment Installation This Kit (part number 6018-0105) allows the user to easily connect a 7.6mm (3 inch) fume extraction hose to the Work Platform. Use the following instructions and accompanying illustrations as a guide to assemble the Fume Extraction Ready Attachment.
Fume Extraction Ready Attachment 2. Install the Tube Locking Knob (item ) loosely into its mounting hole. ¯ 3. Slide the straight end of the Tube (item ) into its mounting hole on the Hose Connector. 4. Adjust the Tube (item ) in position where the straight end is flush with the rear of the Hose ...
Vision Systems Introduction The following procedures detail the steps required to install and operate any of the ThermoFlo vision accessories. The Precision Swivel is supplied with each vision system purchased. Install the Precision Swivel and then install your Lens Vision or Camera Vision Attachment using the applicable procedure. Precision Swivel Installation Installation of this accessory is required before installing a Lens Vision or Camera Vision Attachment.
Vision Systems Operation The Precision Swivel allows the Support Bracket (with attached Vision accessory) to be rotated 180° around the work. Spring detents at 0°, 90° and 180° provide quick reference stops. To position the attached Vision accessory, simply grasp the Support Bracket or accessory and move left or right (in an arc) as desired.
Vision Systems Lens Vision Attachment Installation Use the following instructions and accompanying illustrations as a guide to install the Lens Vision Attachment, part number 6018-0104. 1. Remove the Clamp Screw from the end of the Support Shaft Assembly. 2. Hold the Support Shaft Assembly as shown with the flat portion of the rod on the right side. Insert the rod end of the Support Shaft Assembly up through the hole in the Pivot.
Vision Systems Operation Adjust the Lens to the best height , distance and angle for best viewing using the following guidelines. Height - To adjust height, loosen the Shaft Locking Knob. Raise or lower Lens and lock in position by tightening the Shaft Locking Knob. Distance - To adjust distance, loosen the Pivot Locking Knob.
Support Shaft Assembly. Tighten the screws to secure the Camera in position. 8. Plug one end of your Video Cable (RG59/U type - not supplied by PACE) into the video connector at the rear of the Camera.
Vision Systems Operation Adjust the Camera for your application using the following guidelines. Height - To adjust height, loosen the Shaft Locking Knob. Raise or lower Camera and lock in position by tightening the Shaft Locking Knob. Distance - To adjust distance, loosen the Pivot Locking Knob. Move the Camera in or out and lock in position by tightening the Pivot Locking Knob.
Thermocouple Meter and Large Board Holder are shipped with separate instructions and are not listed in the tables. All items listed with a part number are items which can be ordered through your local, authorized PACE distributor. Systems TF 200 PACKING LIST...
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Packing Lists TF 500 PACKING LIST Quantity Supplied Item 115 VAC 230 VAC No. Description Part Number Systems Systems ThermoFlo Unit (115 VAC) - - - - - - - - - - ThermoFlo Unit (230 VAC) - - - - - - - - - - ThermoFlo System Work Platform 6018-0099...
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Packing Lists TF 700 PACKING LIST Quantity Supplied Item 115 VAC 230 VAC No. Description Part Number Systems Systems ThermoFlo Unit (115VAC) - - - - - - - - - - ThermoFlo Unit (230VAC) - - - - - - - - - - ThermoFlo Advanced Placement Platform - - - - -...
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Packing Lists PRC 1500 PACKING LIST Quantity Supplied Item 115 VAC 230 VAC No. Description Part Number Systems Systems ThermoFlo Unit (115 VAC) - - - - - - - - - - ThermoFlo Unit (230 VAC) - - - - - - - - - - MBT 250A System, Complete (115 VAC) 8007-0206...
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