Since 1982, OK International's (OKI) Metcal brand has been the industry's single source of high performance, precision systems for the electronics bench. Always ahead of competitors, Metcal soldering & desoldering stations, rework systems, BGA rework workstations and fume extraction equipment continue to set the pace for reliability, flexibility and cost-effective performance.

• Offers highest performance, Lead-Free compatible, hand soldering, desoldering & rework stations
• Provides cost effective Ball Grid Array (BGA) and advanced package rework systems
• Powerful and portable fume extraction available
• Provides bench-top fluid dispensing solutions
• Many items have National Stock Numbers - download NSN's here (in MS Excel format) or go to GSA Service Co's dedicated Metcal-OK International NSN PAGE 

NEW! Download new combined
2008 OKI and Metcal Catalog!

Download 5 mb pdf file by clicking on image above

NEW from OK International
MFR-SDI and MFR-DSI Desoldering, Soldering and Rework Systems

The company that revolutionized Soldering Iron performance with Metcal SmartHeat technology has done it again! OK International's MFR-SDI Solder/Desolder/Rework and MFR-DSI Desoldering Stations feature:

• Self-Contained, Non-Clogging: Powerful internal pump provides instantaneous vacuum, virtually eliminating solder clogs known to occur with desoldering stations that can't set the pace
• Ergonomic, Convertible Desolder Handpiece: Converts from a pencil style grip, to a pistol/gun grip with the push of a button (see animation above). Electronic Mechanics and Technicians choose the most comfortable and efficient grip position to tackle the most demanding multilayer, surface mount or lead-free boards
• No Set-Screws/Tightening Nuts: Finally ... desoldering and soldering tips that can be removed and replaced within seconds, without special tools!
• Truly User-Friendly & Easy to Use: Just turn it on and you're ready to go. No programming, no temperature setting, no heater burn-in ... pure simplicity!
• Fast Heat Up: Desoldering Handpiece fully heats up within 30 seconds, Soldering Handpiece within 10-15 seconds!
• No Calibration Required: click HERE for details

Soldering Handpiece  heats up within 10-15 seconds, Desoldering
Handpiece within 30 seconds. Just turn it on and you're ready to go. No programming, no temperature setting . Pure simplicity at its best!

• Shop air NOT required . . . Instant rise vacuum pump virtually eliminates clogging!
• Designed to meet high thermal demands of lead-free solders at lowest temperatures 
• Innovative new Desoldering handpiece converts from Pencil to Pistol/Gun grip with push of button.
Ergonomic Soldering handpiece delivers the fastest recovery at lower, safer temperatures.
• No Set-Screws! Quick change of hot Desoldering or Solder Tip, within seconds, without tools 
• Calibration NOT required! Click here for details.
• Auto Standby and Auto Off functions save tip life! Built in motion detection brings unit back to life when handpieces are lifted from workstand.
• Two switchable outputs allow you to expand system capabilities by adding optional Precision Tweezer, Standard Tweezer or Production Soldering Upgrade Kits.

There are no dials, displays, buttons and complicated programming
typical of other systems. Turn on the power and go!

No set-screws or tightening nuts - OKI (Metcal) MFR desoldering and soldering tips can be
removed and replaced within seconds!

Expand MFR system capabilities by adding optional Precision Tweezer,
Standard Tweezer or Production Soldering Upgrade Kits
(Precision Tweezer shown)

Cartridge Tips have the slimmest diameter
allowing access to the tightest places  and
single piece design provides a secure ground

The MFR-PST Production Solder Tip System is designed for the heaviest duty Depot soldering applications where superior performance at the lowest temperature is needed for multilaye, high-mass boards or lead-free applications. The unique, two-piece, long life heater & cost effective tip design provide a viable alternative for regular and lead-free soldering. but with a lower cost of ownership due to the innovative tip design. MFR-PST comes with Two Port MFR Universal Voltage Power Supply, MFR-HPS Production Soldering Handpiece/Coil Assembly & Workstand.

Cartridge heater technology provides soldering and rework performance to suit even the most demanding SMT removal and placement applications. The cartridges provide fast thermal performance and respond quickly to the load demands. A small shaft diameter provides access to tightly cramped rework areas and enables the most difficult operations to be performed effortlessly. MFR-SRC comes with 2-Port MFR Universal Voltage Power Supply, MFR-HSR cartridge heater Soldering/ Rework  Handpiece and Workstand.

The Precision Tweezer has been ergonomically designed to be lightweight and easy to use for removing even the smallest of discrete components, such as 0201 packages. The Precision Tweezer has a double sided pivot for "true tweezer" action and a dual position pitch adjustment to help the operator target the component. MFR-PTZ comes with Two Port MFR Universal Voltage Power Supply, MFR-HPT Precision Tweezer Handpiece, MFR-HSR Soldering/Rework Handpiece and Soldering and Tweezer Workstands.

While the PS-800E High Power Soldering is designed for heavy load multilayer printed wiring boards, it is also lightweight/ compact, and easily fits in any portable tool kit.

Designed to be a compact, lead-free compatible soldering iron, the OKI/Metcal PS-800E High Power Soldering Station features an innovative, compact power supply with a small footprint ideal for toolboxes or lean workbenches. The PS-800E allows for higher thermal performance required by lead-free solder alloys without increasing the tip temperature. Also available is the PS-800 Soldering System which is ideal for light-medium loads and uses a series of fine and small diameter tips. Both the PS-800E and PS-800 use replaceable heater sleeve/tips rather than cartridges, with the cost being comparable to conventional tips, making cost of ownership low. The unique two-piece design separates the induction coil from the heater tip. The long-life induction coil remains in the handle, while fast heat-up (within 10-15 sec) tips are easily removed and replaced, without the use of set screws or locking nuts. The PS-800 Series combines the power and superior process control advantages of SmartHeat, with the system quality and innovative design of OK International/Metcal irons, and require no calibration. Now comes with Auto Sleep Workstand for improved tip life.

Metcal's MX-500 Series of Soldering, Desoldering & Rework Systems are the benchmark against which other competitive systems are measured. Unlike conventional soldering/rework systems that rely on stored energy, the MX-500 series uses SmartHeat for direct power on demand, and handles both SMT and through-hole soldering/rework with one power supply at the bench. With two switchable outputs, the system can be adapted to your exact needs, using two of the three tools available (soldering iron, Talon tweezers, desoldering pistol/gun) to configure the most powerful bench-top soldering station on the market. The MX-500 power supply has an automatic shutoff, which helps maximize tip cartridge life, and a standard four year warranty. National Stock Numbers/NSN's are available on MX-500 Power Supply, many tips & consumables.

The MX-500TS Tweezer/Soldering/Rework System features the easy-squeeze design of Metcal's Talon SMT Rework Tweezer. The Talon has been ergonomically designed for superior performance, unmatched comfort and optimal control. The MX-500TS also includes MX-RM3E Solder Rework Handpiece and 2 Workstands. Note: Many tips and accessories available through NSN (national stock number). 

The MX-500DS Pistol Grip Desoldering/Rework System converts shop air into a powerful Venturi vacuum to clean through-holes quickly and efficiently. Paper solder collection liners within the handpiece barrel are easy to maintain and are an improvement over traditional glass tubes. The MX-500DS also includes MX-RM3E Solder Rework Handpiece and 2 Workstands. Note: Many tips and accessories available through NSN (national stock number).

Metcal's SP200 Soldering Station is the most cost-effective and easiest to use compact soldering iron available today. For flawless soldering, you select the correct tip, insert it into the soldering iron handpiece and switch on. As the unit works at a lower temperature than a conventional iron and requires no calibration, operators always apply the correct level of thermal energy needed to produce the highest quality solder joints, without risking component or PCB damage. In addition, the system’s design is extremely reliable, with very few parts that ever need repairing, ensuring that the SP200 Soldering System is practically maintenance-free. Now comes with Auto Sleep Workstand for improved tip life.  NSN's are available for the SP200, tips and consumables (click on link below)

Metcal's SP200 now comes with Auto Sleep Workstand!

Model PCT-102-11 comes with PCT-100-11 Pre-Heater,
BH-100 Board Holder and PCT-AR Arm Rest

Model PCT-103-11 comes with PCT-100-11 Pre-Heater,
BH-010 Integrated Board Holder and PCT-AR Arm Rest

This new pre-heater targets heat for improved speed and efficiency for high thermal demand applications, including lead-free. Used for SMT and through-hole hand processes, the PCT-100 uses convection air heating to heat a PCB first, for better soldering and safer rework. The PCT-100 adds heat volume, without turning up the temperature, to perform soldering/repair tasks at the appropriate peak temperature without distorting the board. Ideal for thick, heat sinking boards with heavy mass, the pre-heater focuses and delivers hot air where you need it. When finished, the fan continues without heat to cool down the board. The system is easy-to-use. Simply plug it in, turn it on, adjust the heat and it's ready for work. The PCT-100 can be used with or without a board holder. An Arm Rest is also available to steady your hand and keep your arm from being fatigued. The board holder and arm rest are available as a complete kit, with the PCT-100, or they can be purchased separately.

The HCT-900 Hot Air Tool offers a low cost, versatile rework solution for a wide variety of rework application challenges. It has a simple, compact robust design comprised of analog controls for both airflow and heat. A closed loop feedback circuit controls the temperature allowing the desired temperature to be achieved and maintained regardless of changes in the volume of airflow. The HCT-900 can be used for the removal/unsoldering and refitting of electronic components, and is also effective at reworking pin in-hole devices such as sockets and connectors. It can be used as a portable heat gun for heat shrink tubing applications and can remove printed wiring board conformal coatings by overcuring epoxy coatings and softening urethanes using precisely controlled temperature. Using it with solder braid and flux is a fast and efficient way to remove solder shorts and splashes. The unique low noise air pump provides precise airflow control for the most demanding applications. The “power off” cool down function retains airflow through the hand piece while the unit powers down, providing efficient heater cooling and reducing thermal stress. The HCT-900 is fully ESD compliant.

The self-contained HCT-900 is excellent as a portable
 heat gun for heat-shrink applications, can desolder
surface mount components and can assist in
conformal coating removal.

The BVX-101 is a powerful, portable Fume Extractor 
that comes with ESD-Safe Flexible Arm, Pre-Filter
& combined HEPA/Gas Main Filter

The OK International/Metcal BVX-101 is a powerful, yet  low noise unit that needs no external ducting or compressor. Simply move the lightweight system from station to station, plug it in and switch it on for instant fume extraction. Just 11" tall, with a 12" x 9" plenum chamber, the unit easily fits on any bench-top or, when space is at a premium, take advantage of the under-bench mounting bracket. Rated at 85-Watts, the system delivers high quality filtration without compromise. A powerful 85m/hr-airflow rate provides immediate extraction of fumes, particles and vapors from operator breathing areas. When a larger capture range is needed, an innovative adaptor is provided which quickly transforms the plenum into an arm extraction system. A bi-colored LED light indicates when the filters are blocked and require replacing. Comes with ESD-Safe Flexible Arm, Pre-Filter & combined HEPA/Gas Main Filter.

The BVX-200 Series Fume Extraction Systems are two-arm units that combine powerful fan performance with efficient filtration, quiet operation and complete portability. They can be placed under or next to the bench-top and fitted with either two 50mm (2") diameter BVX arms or one 63mm (2.5") diameter Omniflex arm. The BVX-201 Fume Extraction System is designed mainly for solder fumes and incorporates both pre- and main-filters which can be changed independently to maximize the working life of each filter and lower the total cost of ownership. The main filter has a HEPA efficiency of 99.97% at 0.3 micron, plus an activated carbon filter to remove additional gases. For applications that require a high capacity of gas filtration, such as cleaning with solvents or conformal coatings, the BVX-203 Fume Extraction System features a deep-bed gas filter. New features include:

OK International BVX-201 Filter Unit for two stations

        

• Brushless Motor: provides higher torque, increased efficiency, longer life, reduced electrical noise
• Filter Monitoring with Audible Alarm: informs operator when filter should be changed
• Remote On/Off Switch:  unit can be easily turned on or off, even if Filter Unit is under the bench

Multi-user MFX-2200C handles up to 8 benches

OK International's new multi-user MFX-2200C Fume Extraction System provides the ultimate performance in a compact size that easily fits under most workbenches. It is ideal for removing solder fumes and filtering laser fumes. The lid features 4 air inlet ports for connection to Omniflex arms. By using a hose splitter in conjunction with BVX arms, the number of connected arms can be doubled. The unit sets a new benchmark in performance, delivering a maximum airflow of 900 m3/h and a maximum suction force of 1,075Pa. Designed for general electronics applications, the MFX-2200C features Pre-Filter, HEPA (99.97% efficient @ 0.3µm) and Gas Filter. For more specific applications, such as removing solvent vapors from bonding and under-fill operations, a gas filtration model (Model MFX-2200G) is available featuring a pre-filter and 11kg high capacity activated carbon cartridge.

The Metcal/OK International APR-5000 Series provides for easy, fast and reliable rework of complex array packages like BGA's (Ball Grid Array) and CSP's (Chip Scale Packages). Incorporating state-of-the-art vision, closed-loop time/temperature/airflow control, precision placement and powerful yet easy-to-use software, the APR-5000 Series of BGA/Advanced Array Package Rework Systems deliver best-in-class BGA/CSP functionality with professional performance, at an affordable price. The APR-5000 Series also will handle installation/removal of fine-pitch QFP components.

This latest addition to the APR-5000 Platform is designed to facilitate rework of high thermal demand boards, including lead-free and multi-layer assemblies, up to 12" x 12" (305mm x 305mm). This system meets all critical requirements with highly targeted and well controlled heating on the board assembly. The APR-5000-DZ enhances and enables fast ramp and tighter delta temperature control without affecting adjacent and underside components. The APR-5000-DZ System has a US Patented, dual convection bottom-side heater that consists of both a large area and small area (localized) heater. When used together with the top-side convection heater during rework, faster heating rates with small temperature deltas are achieved.

Model APR-5000-DZ-TAB BGA/Array Package Rework System

• Patented, dual convection bottom-side heater for lead-free and high thermal demand boards
• Precision alignment control & integrated vision system
• Strobe light feature facilitates viewing the dual image of both component and board
• Application software provides highly intuitive, easy to use profiling tools

The APR-5000-XLS is capable of handling
 large boards up to 24.5"x24.5"

The APR-5000-XLS Array Package Rework System performs precise, cost effective rework of the widest range of PCBs and component types, from large boards up to 24.5" x 24.5" to components down to 0.020" x 0.010". The flexible APR-5000-XLS System incorporates dual stage pre-heaters and has the thermal capacity and control to execute precise profiles of both large and small PCBs, delivering uniform temperature control horizontally, across the surface of PCBs up to 0.25" (6.35mm) thick, and vertically between the die and ball of the reworked component. Motorized X, Y, Z adjustments speed placement and help ensure process repeatability. In addition, motorized Theta axis provides 360° rotation to simplify component orientation. Together, these advanced controls reduce operator fatigue, improve placement accuracy and provide process consistency. Featured on the APR-5000-XLS Array Package Rework System is an innovative Split Vision System, which allows operators to view the opposite corners of a component, including splitting on rectangular components, with the necessary magnification to make its placement and registration fast and accurate.

NEW OK International-Metcal
2008 combined catalog! Includes virtually all OKI & Metcal products!

NEW MFR Multi-Function Rework Centers (from 2008 Catalog) includes MFR-SDI and MFR-DSI

NEW Metcal MX-500 Series
(from 2008 Catalog)

Metcal-OK International
 National Stock Number (NSN) Listing in Excel (.xls)

2006 Metcal Soldering, Desoldering & Rework Catalog - many products have NSN's

NEW PS-800E (& PS-800) Soldering Systems  (from
2008 catalog)

"No Calibration Letter" -
certifies that SmartHeat Systems
do NOT require calibration

NEW BGA/Array Package
Rework Systems (from
2008 Catalog)

NEW APR-5000-DZ BGA/Array Package Rework System
Data Sheet

OKI  2006 Advanced Package Rework (BGA) Catalog

NEW Fume Extraction Systems (from 2008 catalog)

OKI Fume Extraction
 Planning Guide

OK International 2006 Fume Extraction Catalog

"Fume Extraction"
PowerPoint
Presentation  (.ppt)

"Impact of Lead-Free Iniatives
on Military Intermediate &
Depot Maintenance"
PowerPoint Presentation (.ppt)

In Military Depot environments, a single component can cost thousands of dollars, a circuit card 10 times that, and older electronic modules may be priceless because they are no longer manufactured! Metcal prevents inadvertent damage due to improper repair/rework techniques, improves product quality, increases productivity and reduces repair costs with its patented SmartHeat technology. As SmartHeat maintains a constant tip temperature, automatically delivering the exact amount of power required for the task, consistent results are guaranteed and component/PCB damage is virtually eliminated. Unlike conventional soldering/desoldering irons, SmartHeat does not require calibration & virtually eliminates the risk of thermal overshoot/undershoot.

SmartHeat^® Delivers Direct Power
First & foremost, the success of a conduction soldering iron depends upon the availability and controlled flow of thermal energy into the connection during the two critical phases - flux activation and intermetallic bond formation. Conventional ceramic or wire-wound heaters attempt to control this process by managing indirect parameters, such as idle tip temperature. In contrast, SmartHeat administers heat directly from the heater to the joint. Metcal tip cartridges detect the thermal load and instantly adjust the power in order to deliver the right amount of heat precisely where it is needed. If the soldering iron tip cools while transferring heat to a joint, SmartHeat immediately responds by safely increasing the power to maintain a constant tip temperature. As a result, electronic workers are relieved of regulating the tip temperature, thus eliminating the risk of thermal damage to the component or to the PCB.

Trouble-Free Tip Replacement
The heat-resistant pad supplied with the unit allows you to easily insert and remove the soldering iron tip cartridge or desoldering tip, within 3 seconds! The swiftness and simplicity of this process ensures there is no loss of productivity, no need for additional tools and no reason for two soldering systems to be heating at the same time.

No Calibration Required!
To meet the demands of temperature stability, conventional ceramic, wire-wound and tip-cartridge heater systems depend on the sensor, heater and operator set point controls. Each of these elements is subject to drift and instability requiring frequent calibration to ensure compliance. By contrast, the repeatability of Metcal SmartHeat Technology is inherently determined by the molecular properties of the heater material and does not shift over time, ensuring long term stability without the need for calibration. As the heater’s alloy dictates the temperature, calibration is not required. Indeed, there are no dials, buttons, digital displays or calibration tools, typical of other systems, with which you can adjust SmartHeat’s temperature. This avoids all risk of unauthorized operator intervention. A letter to confirm SmartHeat’s self-calibration capacity is available by clicking here.

SmartHeat soldering systems comprise three basic elements: a high frequency power supply, a tip cartridge and a hand-piece. The cartridge contains the solder tip, a heater and the wire coil. the temperature of the heater (a copper bar coated with a magnetized iron/nickel alloy) reaches a certain level (its Curie Point), it stops absorbing energy and the temperature becomes constant. Energy from the power supply feeds a steady current to the coil. This creates an electrical field from which the heater absorbs energy, turns it into heat and transfers it to the iron/nickel alloy. When soldering has drawn heat from the heater to the extent that the tip begins to cool, the alloy reacts by taking on more energy in order to reheat the tip. In this way, SmartHeat self-regulates the tip temperature to within ±1.1ºC of a set point regardless of thermal load & without any need for adjustment.