This manual corresponds to the following references: BIL-5A* - with Portable Display *According to the purchased station model and the BIL-5QA* - without Portable Display supplied power cord, suitable for: 120V - N. America / Taiwan 230V - India / Europe / United Kingdom Packing List The following items are included: H2464...
para manuales - color gris 200 mm Please read this manual and its safety guidelines thoroughly before using the product. 130 mm 130 mm Features and Connections 100 mm 80 mm PDS* Portable Display 7” for B·IRON 60 mm 50 mm Cartridge Exchanger 40 mm Cartridge Holder...
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Features and Connections Portable Display 7” for B·IRON B·IRON Display Holder 5” to 7” Ref. 0030723 Display Support B·100 Light Handle for B·IRON Safety Cap Holder C210 Cartridge Range USB Connector B1596 Power Socket Safety Cap for B·IRON Handles...
para manuales - color gris 200 mm Station Setup 130 mm 130 mm 1. Display Holder Assembling 2. Display Holder Setting 100 mm 80 mm Display 60 mm Holder Insert the thin end of the display holder into the Insert the fi xing knob (3) and tighten it just enough upper area of the rear rail of the charging base so that it stays in place but the display holder can 50 mm...
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5. Turning on the Portable Display Power Button Turn on the display by holding down the power button for a while and then open the B·IRON app*: * Note: The app can also be downloaded to your own devices. To know how, see section “Installing and Updating the B·IRON App”.
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100ºC 400ºC para manuales - color gris 200 mm Tool Status Temperature units Charging Working No cartridge Low battery ºC ºF Power OFF Tool Connection Tool Selection 130 mm 130 mm 28174 MENU Work Work Work CHARGE Note: The supplied handle is already connected. 450 ºC 24 W 100% Settings...
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Safety Cap Thanks to their safety cap, B·IRON handles can be transported safely, even with the cartridge inserted. When the cap is placed onto the handle, the Handle cartridge stops heating, data transfer is cut off Handle and the handle is disconnected from the station. If the cap is removed before 60 minutes, the tool reconnects and heats up immediately.
- color gris 200 mm Operation 130 mm 130 mm JBC’s Most Efficient Soldering System MENU JBC#1 This revolutionary technology recovers tip temperature extremely quickly. This allows the user to work WORK at a lower temperature. 24 W 100% 450 ºC...
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It allows modifying the tool working temperature, checking the battery status and turning the tool 350ºC 10 seconds/div 10 seconds/div Tool Tool in use on and off. V1.2 V1.2 Temperature and Power Graph JBC#1 MENU CHARGE Updat 24 W 450 ºC Tool I 348ºC 18 W 350 ºC 12 W 250 ºC...
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350ºC 10 seconds/div 10 seconds/div Tool Workscreen Tool 130 mm 130 mm V1.2 V1.2 Connected Tool and Tool Selector JBC#1 MENU 100 mm CHARGE Updat 24 W 450 ºC Tool ID 348ºC 80 mm 18 W 350 ºC 12 W 250 ºC...
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Cartridge Exchanger Cartridge Exchanger The cartridge exchanger saves time and allows cha The cartridge exchanger saves time and allows changing cartridges safely without switching the tool off. the tool off. 1. Removing Cartridges 2. I 1. Removing Cartridges 2. Inserting Cartridges Cartridge Exchanger Cartridge...
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para manuales - color gris 200 mm 3. Fixing Cartridges 130 mm 130 mm Depending on the shape of the tip, use the holes on the sides of the cartridge exchanger Holes to properly adjust the cartridge. 100 mm Important: Push the cartridge in until it stops, making sure that it is firmly assembled*.
It also includes a temperature-resistant wiper for removing excess solder by gently tapping or wiping the cartridge tip on it. If the tip is very dirty, JBC recommends cleaning it first Wiper with the wiper to remove excess solder and then with the brass wool.
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- color gris 200 mm Menu 130 mm 130 mm MENU JBC#1 Work MENU MENU MENU Devices Work Devices W 100% 450 ºC 450 ºC 450 ºC Documents Settings Documents Tool ID Lock Parameters Sleep mode Sleep temperature...
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Tool ID Lock Parameters Documents B·IRON 100 B·IRON 500 Tool1 ware Locked 2822 User manuals related to the station or to the tools can be consulted in this section or on JBC’s Hibernation delay (seconds) Minimum Temperature website: www.jbctools.com date 100ºC...
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B·IRON 500 Tool1 ware 130 mm 130 mm Locked 2822 User manuals related to the station or to the tools can be consulted in this section or on JBC’s Hibernation delay (seconds) Minimum Temperature website: www.jbctools.com date 100ºC Light/Dark Theme...
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If it does not exist, create it. 3. Unzip and copy the update files from the PC to JBC’s display into the above-mentioned folder. 4. Access the B·IRON app and select the tool you want to update. Then tap on “Menu” and select “Update”.
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para manuales - color gris 200 mm B·IRON Tool Firmware Updating 130 mm 130 mm Tool updating through user’s smartphone or tablet (Android/iOS) Note: Your device must be connected to the internet. 100 mm 1. On your device, go to “https://www.jbctools.com/software.html.” and tap on “Station Firmware Update”, then tap on the latest version displayed for the B·IRON to download the update zip file.
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Display Holder B·IRON Display Holder 10”-13” Ref. 0031246 In addition to the display holder supplied with the B·IRON station, JBC offers a holder for tablet sizes between 10” to 13”. Assemble the display holder at the rear part of the charging-base.
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para manuales - color gris 200 mm B·NANO* 130 mm 130 mm Nano Handle for B·IRON B·NANO Perfect for applications in laboratories and/ Nano Handle or performing individual soldering jobs that Safety Cap require the highest precision. 100 mm It performs up to 120 SMD soldering joints per full charge.
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Replacing Brass Wool 1. Lifting 2. Replacing Lift the wiper by using the recess on the edge. Remove the wiper and replace the brass wool with a new one. 3. Reassembling 4. Pressing on Assemble the new wiper onto the charging base. Press the wiper down at the 4 corners until Make sure that the brass wool is on the far left you feel it click into place.
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para manuales - color gris 200 mm Replacing B1510 Grips (Soft Foam) 130 mm 130 mm Inserting Fitters Assembling Grips Removing Fitters 100 mm Fitter New Grip 80 mm Hold this way Handle so the fi tters can slide Insert the fitters into the new Push the grip with the fitters To remove the fitters, hold the 60 mm...
Clean the contact surfaces regularly to ensure that the - Do not use liquids such as alcohol, thinner or tool gets charged benzene to clean the tablet. correctly. - Repairs should only be performed by a JBC authorized technical service.
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para manuales - color gris 200 mm Safety 130 mm 130 mm It is imperative to follow safety guidelines to prevent electric shock, injury, fire or explosion. 100 mm - Do not use the units for any purpose other than soldering or rework. Incorrect use may cause a fire. - The power cord must be plugged into approved bases.
- In the event of damage, leakage, or overheating of the batteries, discontinue use immediately and contact customer support or JBC technical service facility. - Dispose of devices with batteries inside, responsibly according to regulations. They must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations so that they can be recycled.
para manuales - color gris 200 mm Specifications 130 mm 130 mm B·IRON 100 Light Battery-Powered Soldering Station Ref. BIL-5A - with Portable Display 100 mm Ref. BIL-5QA - without Portable Display BCB Charging-Base - Input: 100 V - 240 V 50/60 Hz - Nominal Power: 40 W 80 mm...
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In order for the warranty to be valid, equipment must be returned, postage paid, to the dealer where it was purchased. Get 1 extra year JBC warranty by registering here: https://www.jbctools.com/productregistration/ within 30 days of purchase. If you register, you will receive e-mail notifications about new software updates for your registered product.
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