Inductive-Convection Heating Technology Provides Ultimate Thermal Performance
Conventional resistance coil heating technology has been successfully used in convective rework stations for decades to install and remove a variety of BGA, QFN, CSP, CGA, PoP, Flip Chip, 0201 and other bottom terminated components. However, today’s extremely high thermal mass boards, ultra-fine pitch components and challenging production rework environments demand greater process control, thermal performance and faster throughput than ever before.
Enter PACE’s TF 2800 BGA/SMD Rework System. With its groundbreaking, patent-pending Inductive-Convection Heating Technology, the TF 2800’s top-side heater reaches the target temperature in just seconds for safe, rapid solder joint reflow in virtually any component installation or removal application.
Top-Side Heater: Fast Heat Up - Rapid Cool Down
PACE’s Inductive-Convection Heater easily outperforms competitive heaters which utilize standard forced air convection technology, achieving target temperature instantaneously, about 4x faster than competitive heaters. Unlike conventional heaters, the TF 2800 immediately drops to temperatures well below solder melt when the heater is de-energized.
How Inductive-Convection Heating Works
The TF 2800’s Inductive-Convection Heating Technology provides ultimate thermal performance by its ability to instantly heat up and cool down the temperature of the air it delivers to the work.
1.) The air is first pre-heated in the outer heater chamber as it moves in a cyclonic fashion around the induction coil before it enters the inner chamber. 2.) After entering the inner chamber, the pre-heated air is then heated to target temperature through a highly efficient heat transfer process in an energized induction field. 3.) During active cooling, the induction coil is de-energized and the TF 2800 delivers fast, controlled, active cooling of the component and PCB directly through the nozzle, eliminating the risk of excessive intermetallic growth and yielding the highest quality solder joints.
Powerful, Energy Efficient Performance
The TF 2800’s Inductive-Convection Heating Technology delivers all the power you need to tackle the most challenging high thermal mass PCBs available today. Yet, its highly-efficient design does it with just a fraction of the power required by yesterday’s conventional heating technology.
Advanced Features

Features
- Ultra-Precise 28µm Placement Accuracy
- Revolutionary Inductive-Convection Heater
- Active Cooling Through Nozzle Provides Rapid Solder Cooldown
- 4 Thermocouple Inputs
- Adjustable Height Bottom-Side IR Preheater
- Board Support Beam
- Precision 24" x 24" PCB Holder
- Auxiliary Cooling Fan
- Motorized, High-Def (1080p) Optical Alignment System with Quad-Field Imaging
- Single-Axis Operation
- Windows 10 Micro PC with 24" LCB Monitor
- Operator-Friendly Software Suite
- Made in the USA
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Power Requirements
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120 VAC, 50-60Hz (requires 20 A supply)|| 230 VAC, 50-60Hz (requires 10 A supply); 1600W maximum
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Dimensions
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737mm (29") H x 1118mm (44") W x 965mm (38") D
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Weight (Without Computer)
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90kg (200lbs)
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Top-side Heater
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Inductive-Convection Heater, 300 Watts
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Bottom Side Heater
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Medium/Long wave IR, 1900 Watts; 405mm (16") x 405mm (16") || (1 x 1000 Watts & 6 x 150 Watts)
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Bottom Heater Adjustable Height
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Can be raised up to 38mm (1.5") closer to the PCB
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Active Cooling Capability
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Offers swift, yet controlled component/PCB cooling, directly through the nozzle
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High Sensitivity Vacuum Pick
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Counterweight balanced with an optical sensor and precision high temperature linear ball bearings (includes 7 picks)
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Precision Placement Capability
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Placement system utilizes a stepper motor and position encoding for precise movement
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Placement Accuracy
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28μm (.0011") accuracy
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Integrated Board Support Beam
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2 standard supports, 1 x support wand & 1 x fixed center height adjustment, prevents PCBs from sagging or warping during rework and is extremely adjustable to clear parts on bottom of PCB.
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Temperature Setting Range
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Top Heater: 100˚ to 328˚C (212˚ - 624˚F); Bottom Heater: 100˚ to 221˚C (212˚ - 430˚F)
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Max PCB Size
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Maximum: 610mm x 610mm (24" x 24"); Minimum: N/A arms close down completely
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Max/Min Component Size
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Maximum: 65mm (2.5") x 65mm (2.5"); Minimum: 1mm Sq.
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Thermocouple Inputs
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Four (4) thermocouple inputs insure accurate profile development and real-time monitoring (includes 2 K-type thermocouples)
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High Definition Optical Alignment
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Vision Overlay System (VOS) with High Definition 1080p color camera
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Vision Overlay System (VOS)
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Contains integrated frame grabber and dichroic beam-splitting prism with independantly controlled LED lighting
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VOS Zoom Capability
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Up to 240x zoom capability, with Stable Zoom and image stabilization
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Quad-Field Imaging
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Allows up to four opposite corners of a large component (and its pads) to be viewed under higher magnification
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Single Axis Operation
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All operations are complete in a single axis, eliminating risk of component movement after placement/reflow
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Auxiliary Cooling Fan
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Standard
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Software
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Intuitive, user-friendly, Windows software guides operators through profile development and execution
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Computer System
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Windows 10 PC, with wireless mouse and keyboard
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Video Monitor
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607mm (24") wide screen flat panel monitor (includes Monitor Arm Mounting Kit)
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Maximum Airflow
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Self contained pump, PC controlled, adjustable up to 30 SLPM
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Component Nests
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Two (2) removable and adjustable Component Nests provided for perfect centering of components, in preparation for vacuum pick-up/placement. Unique component holding system for parts under 5mm Sq.
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Heat Focusing, Vented Nozzles
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Over 90 nozzles available
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Flux Application Plate
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Included; allows for automated flux dipping
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Stencils/Solder Paste Application
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Over 145 stencil kits are optionally available (requires Universal Bracket Kit) and are integrated into the installation process
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PV-65 Pik-Vac Vacuum Wand
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Included; provides a manual vacuum pick-up capability for handling SMDs, with 15 minute auto-off feature
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Warranty
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One Year Limited Warranty
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| Manufacturer (aka Brand): | Pace |
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