SMD Tweezers
Tweezers
SMD tweezers are designed for surface mounted devices: slim, very sharp tips, low spring force and defined tip angles of 30 to 45 degrees so the component stays visible while being placed. Shapes 2, 2a, 4, 5, 5a, 5b, 7, 7a, 12, 13 and 59 differ in tip width and bend, and ultra fine versions reach a tip thickness of 0.2 mm. ESD variants use dissipative stainless steel or a dissipative coating and stay within 10⁶ to 10⁹ Ω to IEC 61340-5-1. The category holds 65 articles, mainly from Bernstein, Weller, Bahco and Lindström.
| Shape | Tip | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | straight, pointed | picking up and placing chip components |
| 4 | straight, very fine | smallest components under the microscope |
| 5 | very sharp, long ends | access between densely populated parts |
| 5b | angled 30 degrees | unobstructed view while placing |
| 7a | sickle shaped, 40 degrees | work under a magnifier lamp |
| 12 and 13 | angled 45 degrees | rework in tight assemblies |
Typical applications: Placing and removing SMD components during rework; fault finding and repair on populated boards; prototype and small series work in electronics development; work under stereo microscope and magnifier lamp; placement in EPA areas with dissipative versions; repair service on control units and assemblies.
