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Choosing the correct desolder tip cartridge

Proper tip cartridge selection is important for getting the best results. Since changing tip cartridges isso quick and easy, there is no need to compromise.

Choosing the correct Series

STDC cartridges are highly durable and designed for high heat transfer, making desoldering on multi-layer boards much easier. Desolder cartridges are available in three temperature ranges (600, 700, and 800 Series). A typical board usually requires a 700 Series tip cartridge. Try a 600 Series tip cartridge first for thermally sensitive components or small single-sided boards. 800 Series tip cartridges can help you do the most stubborn jobs.

Choosing the correct geometry

Select a tip cartridge with an inside diameter (A) larger than the lead diameter, and an outside diameter (B) that is approximately the same size as the pad.

Long reach cartridges are available in three popular geometries for reaching hard-to-access leads.

Dimension in inches

Diameter A (inside) Diameter B (outside) 700 Series 800 Series Long Reach* Long Reach (800 Series)
0.025 0.055 STDC-102 STDC-802 N/A N/A
0.030 0.066 STDC-103 STDC-803 STDC-703L STDC-803L
0.040 0.070 STDC-104 STDC-804 STDC-704L STDC-804L
0.050 0.080 STDC-105 STDC-805 STDC-705L STDC-805L
0.060 0.090 STDC-106 STDC-806 N/A N/A
0.095 0.125 STDC-107 STDC-807 N/A N/A

Dimension in milimiters

Diameter A (inside) Diameter B (outside) 700 Series 800 Series Long Reach* Long Reach (800 Series)
0,6 1,4 STDC-102 STDC-802 N/A N/A
0,7 1,7 STDC-103 STDC-803 STDC-703L STDC-803L
1,0 1,8 STDC-104 STDC-804 STDC-704L STDC-804L
1,3 2,0 STDC-105 STDC-805 STDC-705L STDC-805L
1,5 2,3 STDC-106 STDC-806 N/A N/A
2,4 3,2 STDC-107 STDC-807 N/A N/A

*When using long reach cartridges, 600 Series heat delivery is insufficient for fast, safe device removal. Therefore, long reach desolder tip cartridges are only available in 700 and 800 Series.

Please Note: STDC cartridges are for use in the MX-DS1 pistol grip desolder handpiece only. They cannot be used with the SP440. 800 Series tip cartridges are available should a higher operating temperature be necessary. These are not recommended.


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