Why Use Titanium for Fingers?

Titanium Fingers are considered ideal for wave soldering machines due to their unique combination of properties that are particularly suited for the high-temperature and corrosive environment of wave soldering. Here’s why:

1. High-Temperature Resistance

Wave soldering involves molten solder at temperatures ranging from 230°C to 260°C (446°F to 500°F). Titanium can withstand these temperatures without deforming or losing its mechanical properties, making it highly reliable in this application.

2. Corrosion Resistance

Molten solder is highly corrosive, and the flux used in the soldering process can also be chemically aggressive. Titanium has exceptional resistance to corrosion from solder alloys, flux, and other chemicals used in the process, ensuring durability and long life.

3. Strength-to-Weight Ratio

Titanium is both strong and lightweight, which makes it easy to handle and install in wave soldering machines while maintaining structural integrity over repeated use.

4. Non-Reactivity with Solder

Titanium does not react with or contaminate the solder, maintaining the purity of the solder and the quality of the soldered joints. This is crucial for ensuring consistent results and avoiding defects.

5. Long Service Life

Due to its durability and resistance to wear and tear, Titanium Fingers last significantly longer than alternatives like stainless steel, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

6. Precision

Titanium can be machined into precise shapes and dimensions required for guiding PCBs (printed circuit boards) through the solder wave, ensuring accurate and consistent alignment during the soldering process.

7. Cost Effectiveness Over Time

Although the initial cost of titanium is higher than other materials, its longevity and low maintenance needs make it more cost-effective in the long run.

In Conclusion

Titanium Fingers provide unmatched performance in wave soldering due to their ability to endure harsh environments, maintain precision, and reduce maintenance, making them the top choice for this application.

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Why Use Titanium Fingers Limited?

We have over 50 years of Experience and Expertise within the Engineering and Manufacturing Industries. We have an established customer base both in the UK and Worldwide.

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We offer a comprehensive range of titanium products and services in particularly for the printed circuit board soldering process industry and the food industry, such companies including Sony, TT Electronics, Axiom, TMI (France, Turkey), CIDP (Poland, Italy, Spain)

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