Soldering and desoldering tips
Desoldering tips for SX irons
This category holds desoldering tips for the PACE Sodr-X-Tractor SX-90 and SX-100 as well as Endura tips for the SX-70 and SX-80. The tubular tip surrounds the lead, melts the solder in the plated hole and the handpiece vacuum draws it off. Available geometries are ThermoDrive, ThermoMax, Precision and Flo-D-Sodr with inner diameters from 0.5 to 4 mm. Tips for removing SMD components are in the neighbouring category for MiniTweez, ThermoPik and Blade.
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Buying guide
How to choose Desoldering tips for SX irons
What matters when choosing: properties, comparison and typical applications.
Selection criteria
| Criterion | Options | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Handpiece | SX-90/SX-100, SX-70/SX-80 | The Endura tips are specified for the SX-70 and SX-80. |
| Inner diameter | 0.5 to 4 mm | The tip should fit over the lead with some clearance so that air and solder are drawn through. |
| Outer diameter | depends on geometry | Slightly smaller than the pad so the tip does not touch the base material. |
| Geometry | ThermoDrive, ThermoMax, Precision, Flo-D-Sodr, Flathead | ThermoDrive is the standard geometry, Precision targets small pads. |
| Length | standard, Extended Reach, extended | Long tips reach joints between tall components. |
Applications
DIP ICs ThermoDrive and ThermoMax with 0.76 mm inner diameter fit over typical IC leads.
Small pads Precision tips from 0.5 mm reach thin leads of resistors, diodes and capacitors.
Power components Flo-D-Sodr with 1.52 mm inner and 4.78 mm outer diameter is intended for relays and TO-220 packages.
Flat tabs and solder lugs The Flathead tip has an oblong 1.27 x 2.28 mm opening instead of a round bore.
Heavy terminal posts ThermoDrive with 4 mm inner diameter takes posts and solder eyelets.
Tight layouts Extended Reach tips get between tall electrolytic capacitors.
FAQ
- How do I choose the inner diameter?
- The bore should be slightly larger than the lead so that air and solder are drawn through the tip. The outer diameter should be slightly smaller than the pad.
- How do ThermoDrive and ThermoMax differ?
- ThermoDrive is the standard equipment of the SX-90/SX-100 range with a sturdy wall. ThermoMax has a slimmer outer diameter for the same inner diameter.
- Do the tips for SX-90 and SX-100 also fit the SX-70?
- Tips 1121-093x and 1121-094x are specified for the SX-90 and SX-100. For the SX-70 and SX-80 this category offers the Endura tips.
- When do I need Extended Reach?
- When tall components such as electrolytic capacitors stand next to the joint. The longer tip reaches the lead without the handpiece hitting them.