When dealing with micro-soldering, it is common to come across workpieces with tight or narrow spacing. Check out the following for Hakko's recommended soldering tips for soldering at narrow pitches!
Tip Shape | Feature | Remarks |
Shape I | This shape has a thin conical end and is an ultrafine tip. It is best suited for soldering at narrow pitches. | - |
Shape K | This shape has a shape like a knife. It is also available for correcting bridging and drag soldering. | Recommended when Shape I has insufficient heat capacity |
Shape S | This shape is different from Shape B, C, D and I by the special shape (thinner tip) which prevents tip end from touching nearby components. | Recommended when Shape I has insufficient heat capacity |
Shape I
For workpieces with narrow pitches, the Shape I is the best tip to prevent touching nearby ICs. *Photo shows T12-ILS. Other Tip 12 Shape I includes T12-I and T12-IL. |
Shape K
Stand the blade on the pointed end on the leads of the IC chip. Ensure that the tip does not come into contact with the IC. |
Shape S
The special shape of the Shape SB fine tip end prevents it from touching nearby chips. |
Shape J
The fine pointed end of shape J enables easier soldering on narrow workpieces. In addition, the bent tip allows you to solder at the same angle as shape I (angle B) while maintaining a more natural grip angle (angle A), reducing hand fatigue. |