A few days ago I had to replace one part of my Pace MBT-250-SDPT, Solder/Desolder Station: the heater assembly for the TJ-70 Mini ThermoJet handpiece. The TJ-70 Mini ThermoJet handpiece provides continuous flow of precision focused hot air for component installation and SMT land preparation. The cost of the part was 5 (without shipping charges). It is also possible to buy the complete ThermoJet handpiece assembly (TJ-70 for the Pace MBT250-SDPT) for 5.
At same time, a friend of mine bought brand new AOYUE 2702 soldering station for 0. He was very happy with this soldering station. I had the opportunity to use this soldering station and it works great. An important thing to note is that the complete AOYUE 2702 soldering system costs less then one hanpiece for the Pace MBT250.
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So why would you pay 00 for Pace MBT250 when you can buy AOYUE 2702 which is similar soldering system for 0?
I like both soldering stations. AOYUE 2702 soldering system is excellent soldering system and will cover most of your soldering needs.
However, if you need soldering station very often and use it on daily basic for a variety of soldering and desoldering project at your company, you should consider the Pace MBT250 soldering system as your first option. Serious consideration should be given to this station if you prefer good quality over low cost and don't mind spending the extra buck to get best soldering station on market. In other words, Pace MBT250 is really professional soldering system and soldering system for professionals.
In my opinion, Pace MBT250 soldering station is little bit overpriced, but on other hand it really is the best soldering system available, so over time it will pay off.
I have been using this soldering station mostly for soldering and desoldering surface mount components with the use of a microscope (a microscope is not part of Pace MBT250-SDPT station). It really is a joy to work with this station and it is great feeling knowing that it can satisfy all your soldering needs - with the exception of BGA (ball grid array) - surface mount components that have all leads underneath.
Aoyue soldering station 2702 comes with only 3 handpieces. Pace soldering rework station MBT250-SDPT comes with the following 4 handpices:
-PS-90 Pace soldering pencil,
-SX-90 Desoldering Handpiece,
-TP-65 ThermoPik Handpiece
-TT-65 ThermoTweez Handpiece
In addition, two optional handpieces are available separately:
-TJ-70 ThermoJet
-TJ-80 Precision ThermoJet
PS-90 soldering pencil is a very slim iron ideal for soldering of surface mount components as well as for soldering of through hole components.
SX-90 Desoldering Handpiece works as desoldering pump, making it very useful for desoldering of components and cleaning holes on printed circuit boards.
TT-65 ThermoTweez Handpiece is an excellent tool for removing surface mount resistors and capacitors.
I do not use the TP-65 ThermoPik Handpiece much because for each surface mount IC you want to remove, you need the matching tip -same size and shape as the particular IC. I think this handpiece is great for removing ICs in high volume manufacturing where you use same tip for removing same IC.
I give 5 out of 5 stars to this Pace MBT250 soldering system.
Special Price!!! PanaVise Model 201 "Junior" Miniature Vise
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PanaVise Model 201 "Junior" Miniature Vise Feature
- Easy-to-use single knob controls head movement through 3-planes: 210 degree Tilt, 360 Turn & 360 Rotation
- Fine/coarse adjusting knob controls jaw pressure for delicate work
- Grooved jaws are excellent for holding small objects and are made of reinforced thermal composite plastic
- Continuous heat tolerance to 350 F (177 C), intermittent heat up to 450 F (204 C)
- Limited Lifetime Warranty!
PanaVise Model 201 "Junior" Miniature Vise Overview
The PanaVise 201 "Junior" miniature vise is a combination of quality workmanship and durability, ease of adjustment and available accessories. Designed for use in small projects requiring precise soldering, gluing and tool work, the 201 Junior miniature vise features tilt adjustability up to 210-degrees along with 360-degree turns and rotations, fine and course clamping abilities, grooved jaws for easy holding power, heat-tolerant jaws, compatibility with other vise components and more.
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Turn, Tilt and Rotate Clamped Items at Will
The PanaVise Model 201 Junior miniature vise is a versatile, multi-use mini-vise that is suitable for use in everything from arts and crafts, to model making, electronics and other small projects. Lightweight, yet durable, the vise is designed around a vise head assembly constructed of a black glass reinforced thermal composite alloy connected to a die cast zinc base by PanaVise's patented ball joint clamp system, known as a "split-ball." The split-ball system not only holds items within the vise head assembly securely in position, but also allows for maneuvering of them along three separate planes. The complete range of mobility possible with the split-ball joint clamp system is a 210-degree tilt to the left or right, along with either an angled rotation or level turn range of 360 degrees. This range of mobility, especially the large left-to-right tilt, allows you to rearrange items being worked on into virtually any position, limiting the need to adjust the overall position of the vise or the item within the vise.
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The head assembly of the PanaVise 201 Junior miniature vise contains a number of convenient additional features users will find valuable. The first of these revolves around is its ability to securely and safely hold items. Although the 1" wide by 2" tall, the jaws of the 201 Junior miniature vise are able to secure both tough small jobs as well as delicate jobs by way of their dual adjustment mechanism that allows for both course and fine adjustments. In addition, the holding power of the jaws can be softened further with an optional padded accessory for holding extremely delicate items (sold separately). Next, the upper ends of both jaws contain grooved ridges. These ridges are designed for detailed work with flat, angled items like circuit boards. Also, since ideal vise uses such as circuit board wiring and jewelry making, involve soldering, the vise head assembly of the PanaVise 201 Junior miniature vise is highly resistant to heat, with a continuous heat tolerance to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C) and intermittent heat up to 450 degrees F (204 degrees C).
Flexible Base Mount Options
The PanaVise 201 Junior miniature vise offers great flexibility of its mount possibilities. The zinc base included can be used as a stand-alone support when working with light items, or can be used to secure the vise permanently to a flat surface via its three countersunk holes (screws not included). In addition to this, the PanaVise 201 Junior miniature vise is compatible with a range of base accessories that allow for mounting and using your vise wherever your work takes you.
Key Features
- Multi-use mini-vise suited to small-sized projects like arts and crafts, model making, electronics, jewelry making and more
- The easy-to-use "split-ball" adjustment element utilizes single knob controls for head movement through 3-planes
- Fine/coarse adjusting knob controls jaw pressure for delicate work
- Grooved jaws are excellent for holding small objects and are made of reinforced thermal composite plastic
- Durable, heat-tolerant vise head assembly construction
- The vise features compatibility with all PanaVise base mounts and many other accessories
Specifications
- Overall height: 6-3/4" (173 mm)
- Rotation: 360 degrees
- Swivel: 360 degrees
- Pivot: 210 degrees
- Continuous heat tolerance: Up to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C)
- Intermittent heat tolerance: Up to 450 degrees F (204 degrees C)
- Vise opening: up to 2.875" (73 mm)
- Jaw width: 1" (25.4 mm)
- Jaw height: 2" (50.8 mm)
- Weight: 1.2 lbs. (0.6 kg)
- Base
- 4.3125" (109.5 mm) diameter bolt circle
- .300" center hole
- Three counter sunk holes for 1/4" (6.3 mm) flathead screws (not included)
- Compatible with other PanaVise base mounts
What's in the Box
- PanaVise model 201 "Junior" miniature vise (includes model 203 PanaVise head assembly, PanaVise Junior base)
- User's manual and warranty information
Limited Lifetime Warranty
All PanaVise products are warranted against defective materials and/or workmanship to all original consumer owners from the date of original consumer purchase for the lifetime of ownership by the original consumer owner. In the event of defective materials and/or workmanship, PanaVise Products, Inc. will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, the defective product within 60-days from the receipt of the defective product. The Warranty does not apply to damage not resulting from defective materials and/or workmanship while in the possession of the original consumer or to unreasonable use by the original consumer, which includes but is not limited to improper installation, or failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance.
About PanaVise
Founded in 1957 by tool and die maker Otto Colbert and currently headquartered in Reno, Nevada, PanaVise is a leader in work holding products. Over the years, a natural outgrowth of this expertise has been continued development of other items which hold things securely and offer a wide range of motion. Important areas in which this has been applied include, Electronics, CCTV Camera Mounts, and Audio/Video Mounts, earning PanaVise the nickname the "the hold it anywhere you want it company."
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