PulseForge In-Line

Unrivaled processing times and highest throughput in SMT and PCB manufacturing

With the slow processing times of ovens, and one-terminal-at-a-time coverage limitations of lasers, current thermal processing solutions in microelectronics manufacturing are an expensive bottleneck.

Powerful and configurable, PulseForge Soldering In-Line’s high-intensity pulsed light solution erases those limitations – without damaging previously off-limits heat-sensitive components and substrates.

Digital Thermal Processing™ is an exciting new means of sustainably delivering applied energy for manufacturing. Powerful and configurable, PulseForge Soldering In-Line’s high-intensity pulsed light solution erases traditional thermal processing limitations and opens up exciting new possibilities to build innovations at scale.

PulseForge tools enable you to:

• Solder directly onto flexible, inexpensive and thermally sensitive substrates such as plastic, paper, or fabric
• Solder directly onto curved surfaces
• Solder sensitive components like regular batteries and sensors
• Heat only targeted areas instead of volumetric heating

Digital Thermal Processing™ also makes a positive meaningful impact on the climate. PulseForge tools use energy on-demand resulting in an 85% reduction in power usage versus traditional thermal processing. Despite the reduction in energy usage, the throughput is significantly higher with processing taking less than a few seconds. Also, the tool works in ambient conditions and does not heat the surrounding area which means less HVAC and no chemicals or cover gasses (e.g. N2) are required.

Digital Thermal Processing™ is the greener solution for manufacturing that offers a significant improvement in capabilities. What could you build with a PulseForge tool?

Tool and Safety Specifications

• Dimensions – (96 x 66 x 50) in inches
• Weight – 1400kg
• Number of lamp drivers – 2
• Single flash illumination area – (3 x 12) in inches
• Power supply – 30kW
• Largest processing area – (24 x 9) in inches
• CE certification
• Safety interlocks on all access panels
• Accessible E-stop buttons, all operator positions
• On-screen status indicators
• HEPA filter for exhausting process by-products

SMT Tool and Process Compatibility

• Compliant to SMEMA 9851 for in-line processing
• Off-the-shelf solder alloys and fluxes (including but not limited to SAC305, SnBi, SnAu, SnSb)
• Easy to access panels for preventative maintenance and upgrades without lengthy downtimes
• Four level of controls: Operator, Engineer, Developer, Maintenance
• Built-in instrumentation for calibration
• Document and record every processed profile