What are the benefits of using Metcal soldering stations?

Metcal soldering stations offer precision, reliability, and efficiency, making them ideal for electronics work.

Are Metcal soldering stations suitable for ESD-sensitive environments?

Yes, Metcal soldering stations are designed for use in ESD-sensitive environments, ensuring safety and protection.

What types of soldering stations does Metcal offer?

Metcal offers various soldering stations, including rework systems and hand tools, to meet diverse electronics needs.

Where can I buy Metcal soldering stations?

You can purchase Metcal soldering stations online at ESD equipment retailers.

What makes Metcal soldering stations durable?

Metcal soldering stations are built with high-quality materials, ensuring long-lasting durability and performance.

Do Metcal soldering stations come with a warranty?

Yes, Metcal soldering stations typically come with a warranty, which varies by model and retailer.

Can Metcal soldering stations be used for precision electronics work?

Absolutely, Metcal soldering stations are designed for precision work, making them perfect for detailed electronics tasks.

Soldering Stations

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Metcal soldering and desoldering stations deliver precise thermal control with SmartHeat technology, maintaining tip temperatures within ±2 °C across a working range of 50-450 °C - eliminating overshoot and protecting ESD-sensitive components on IPC-A-610 and IEC 61340-5-1 compliant workstations. RF-heated cartridge tips reach operating temperature in under 10 seconds, with tip-to-ground resistance below 2 Ω for full EPA compatibility.

esd.equipment stocks 9 Metcal soldering and desoldering stations from the CV-5200, MX-5200, and GT90 series, all certified to DIN EN 61340-5-1 and IPC J-STD-001 for professional electronics assembly and rework environments.

Key technical advantages - Soldering & Desoldering Stations at a glance

⚡ SmartHeat RF technology - tip temperature stable within ±2 °C, 50-450 °C range

↕ Heat-up in <10 s - RF-heated cartridge tips, no warm-up idle time

🛠 Tip-to-ground <2 Ω - full EPA grounding compliance per IEC 61340-5-1

⚙ Modular cartridge system - CV-5200, MX-5200, GT90 series, interchangeable tips

🛡 IPC J-STD-001 certified - qualified for Class 2 and Class 3 electronics assembly

✓ ESD-safe design - leakage current <0.75 mA, DIN EN 61340-5-2 compliant

Metcal CV-5200 vs. MX-5200 vs. GT90 - Technical Comparison

Criterion	Metcal CV-5200	Metcal MX-5200	Metcal GT90
Technology	SmartHeat RF, Connection Validation	SmartHeat RF	Resistance-controlled
Temperature range	50-450 °C, ±2 °C stability	50-450 °C, ±2 °C stability	200-450 °C, ca. ±5 °C
Heat-up time	<10 s	<10 s	ca. 40 s
Tip-to-ground resistance	<2 Ω	<2 Ω	ca. 5 Ω
Connection validation	Yes - automatic cartridge ID	No	No
IPC J-STD-001	Class 2 + Class 3	Class 2 + Class 3	Class 2
Typical application	High-mix rework, traceability	Production soldering	General-purpose soldering

Typical application areas: Electronics manufacturing SMT (IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001), semiconductor assembly (SEMI S1/S2), medical device production (ISO 13485), automotive electronics (IATF 16949, VDA 6.3), aerospace rework (AS9100D), PCB repair and prototype development.

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Metcal Authorized Distributor CV-5200, MX-5200, GT90 - full series stocked

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9 Stations in Stock Ready for same-day dispatch, EU warehouse

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IEC 61340-5-1 + IPC J-STD-001 ESD-safe, EPA-qualified, Class 2 and 3 certified