Publication date: 26 August 2008
The KIC Explorer RF beams the profile data in real-time to the computer, as the profiler runs through the reflow oven or wave solder machine. While the standard KIC Explorer introduced plug-and-play profiling for quick and accurate temperature-time measurements, the RF version provides several additional benefits.
The unproductive dead time typically associated with waiting for the profiler to exit is replaced by real-time process data that instantly show what is going on with the process. In addition to a more convenient and faster operation, there less danger to the profiler or production board because any over temp situation is instantly revealed and corrective action can be taken.
The KIC Explorer RF also alerts the operator of the many possible pitfalls that can make profiling an unproductive task, including the following:
• Forgetting to turn the profiler on prior to a run• A TC pops off • Wrong oven recipe• The profiler gets stuck in the oven tunnel
The KIC Explorer RF is retrofitable to the standard KIC Explorer. The difference between the two models is a “base station” transceiver that plugs directly into the computer’s USB or parallel port.
Based in San Diego, KIC is an industry leader in automated thermal management tools and systems for reflow, wave, cure and semiconductor thermal processes. The company pioneered the development of oven profilers and process development tools, and then worked to create the next generation of thermal systems to help manufacturers optimize and monitor thermal processes.
In addition to KIC Explorer, products include the KIC 24/7 continuous monitoring system, the KIC Vision automatic profiling system and more. With the introduction of cutting edge tools, the company continues to stay on the leading edge of process optimization and real-time thermal management systems, and has won numerous industry awards.
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