REWORK STATION

A rework station, also known as a hot air rework station or soldering and desoldering station, is a specialized piece of equipment used in electronics manufacturing, repair, and soldering/desoldering tasks. It’s a versatile tool that combines several functions for working with electronic components on circuit boards. Here are the key components and functions of a rework station:

Hot Air Gun: The hot air gun is the primary component of a rework station. It produces a stream of hot air with precise temperature control. This hot air is used for tasks such as soldering and desoldering surface-mount components, reflowing solder, and removing or replacing components like ICs, resistors, and capacitors.

Soldering Iron: Some rework stations come with an integrated soldering iron. This allows technicians to perform traditional soldering and desoldering using a heated iron tip. It’s particularly useful for through-hole soldering and rework.

Temperature Control: Rework stations typically feature precise temperature control for both the hot air gun and soldering iron. This is crucial for working with sensitive electronic components that require specific temperature profiles for soldering and desoldering.

Airflow Control: The ability to adjust the airflow rate of the hot air gun is important for controlling the heat distribution and preventing damage to nearby components.