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Overview

PACE TF1800 BGA and SMD Rework System

The TF1800 pairs inductive-convection top heating, IR bottom preheat and optical placement for component removal and installation. A published capability is not proof that a used station includes every accessory or meets the target board's thermal profile.

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Manufacturer-published model data

PACE TF1800 Technical Specifications

Top heater300 W inductive-convection heater in PACE's TF1800 brochure.
Bottom preheat1,000 W medium/long-wave IR heater with a 220 × 155 mm heating area.
Board and component rangeMaximum PCB 305 × 305 mm and component size from 1 mm square to 65 × 65 mm in published data.
AlignmentVision Overlay System with a 1080p camera; PACE publishes placement capability to 28 µm under its specified conditions.
ProfilingFour thermocouple inputs and controlled active cooling through the nozzle are listed in the brochure.
Manufacturer model data · Important: model-level figures and features are conditional manufacturer information, not guarantees for a particular used PACE TF1800 unit.
Key FeaturesReference configuration illustration for PACE TF1800

Configuration Must Be Verified

The actual PACE TF1800 quote should identify the heaters, nozzle and vacuum kit, board support, alignment optics, thermocouples, software, voltage and visible condition.

Buyer decision guide

When PACE TF1800 Makes Sense — and When It May Not

PACE TF1800 selection should begin with production requirements and evidence, not with a model name alone.

Good fit: board-specific BGA reworkAssess alignment and controlled heating on the actual board and package.
Good fit: thermal documentationRequest saved profiles and thermocouple traces rather than relying only on heater power.
Check carefully: accessoriesConfirm nozzles, vacuum picks, board supports, camera and PC/software on the offered station.
Check carefully: process windowA 28 µm published placement figure does not establish joint quality or used-unit condition.
Typical Applications

Typical Applications for PACE TF1800

PACE TF1800 should be evaluated against the buyer’s PCB and package dimensions, thermal mass, component removal/placement, alignment and temperature records. The final application fit depends on the evidence for the specific unit.

Before quotation

Three PACE TF1800 Buyer Questions

These questions keep the quotation scope connected to the buyer’s real SMT process.

1

What board, package and thermal-mass range must the TF1800 handle?

PACE TF1800 buyers should confirm this with actual-machine evidence before quotation.

2

Which nozzles, board holders, thermocouples, alignment camera and software are included?

PACE TF1800 buyers should confirm this with actual-machine evidence before quotation.

3

Can the actual station show removal, alignment, placement and saved temperature traces on a representative board?

PACE TF1800 buyers should confirm this with actual-machine evidence before quotation.

Running video confirmation

PACE TF1800 Running Video Review

Before shipment, review the relevant power-on, movement, operating state and visible condition for the specific offered unit.

This review page does not present a reference clip as proof of the actual machine. A reviewed unit-specific recording is required before it can be attached here.

  • Power-on and visible operating-state confirmation
  • heater movement, board support, optical alignment, pick/place and saved thermal profile
  • Unit-specific condition evidence before export packing
Running video pendingA reviewed local video is not yet attached. Open this panel for unit-specific proof.
Used-machine inspection

Inspection and Export Preparation for an Actual PACE TF1800

  • Nameplate and configurationModel, serial, year, voltage and installed options.
  • Machine configurationMechanical, transport, sensing, camera, software and motion condition relevant to the quoted PACE TF1800.
  • Transport and softwareConveyor, sensors, program and line-interface evidence where applicable.
  • Running and packing proofPower-on evidence, visible operation and export packing records.
Spare Parts

PACE TF1800 Spare Parts Scope

Request a unit-specific PACE TF1800 list for heaters, nozzles, vacuum picks, optics, thermocouples, board holders and maintenance items. Availability is not claimed on this review page.

Quotation checklist

Provide board and package size, rework scope, nozzle/holder kit, profiling needs, voltage and destination, required accessories and desired inspection evidence for the proposed PACE TF1800.

FAQ

Common questions for overseas buyers evaluating a PACE TF1800.

01Heaters

Does the TF1800 use only conventional hot air?

PACE describes inductive-convection top heating together with IR bottom preheat.

02Board size

Can this page certify larger than 305 × 305 mm boards?

No. The cited TF1800 brochure gives a 305 × 305 mm maximum; confirm the actual holder and assembly.

03Accuracy

Does 28 µm guarantee an acceptable BGA repair?

No. Placement and final solder-joint acceptance require a documented trial for the actual package and board.

Export packing proof

Export Packing and Container Loading

The V3 scrolling proof gallery is retained. It describes LCSMT export preparation, not the condition of a particular PACE TF1800 unit.

LCSMT machine protection before packing
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LCSMT moisture-proof wrapping
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Container loading
LCSMT machine protection before packing
Machine protection
LCSMT moisture-proof wrapping
Moisture protection
LCSMT container loading support
Container loading

Send Your PACE TF1800 Production Requirement

Share board and package size, rework scope, nozzle/holder kit, profiling needs, voltage and destination and inspection expectations. LCSMT can review whether an actual PACE TF1800 configuration is a practical match.