Thermaltronics TMT-PH300-1 User manual

USER MANUAL
TMT-PH300
IR PREHEATER
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WARRANTY
All equipment and accessories are warranted by Thermaltronics to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship as follows:
Part Number Description Warranty Period
TMT-PH300-1 100-110V IR Preheater 1 Year
TMT-PH300 220-240V IR Preheater 1 Year
PH-HE300-1 100-110V Heating Element 30 Days
PH-HE300 220-240V Heating Element 30 Days
This warranty does not apply to equipment or goods which have been tampered
with, misused, damaged through improper installation or used in a manner
contrary to supplier instructions. Normal “wear and tear” of equipment or goods
is not covered by this warranty. If the product should become defective within the
warranty period, Thermaltronics will repair or replace it free of charge at its sole
option. Warranty period is from the date of purchase by the original owner. If the
date of purchase cannot be substantiated the date of manufacture will be used as
the start of the warranty period.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TMT-PH300 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 1
SYSTEM FEATURES................................................................................... 1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................. 2
CONTROL PANEL........................................................................................ 3
UNPACKING/ASSEMBLY/OPERATION ...................................................... 4
OPERATION MODE 0 / 1 / 2..................................................................... 5-7
TEMPERATURE PROFILE .......................................................................... 8
FREQUENTY ASKED QUESTIONS ............................................................ 9
ORDERING GUIDE...................................................................................... 9
WARNING:
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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TMT-PH300 SPECIFICATIONS
Input Line Voltage: TMT-PH300-1 100-110 VAC / 50Hz, 1000W
TMT-PH300 220-240 VAC / 50Hz, 850W
Temperature Range: 50C - 400C
Heating Area (W x L): 200mm x 250mm
Max Allowable PCB Size (L): 270mm
Heating Method: Infrared
Fuse: TMT-PH300-1 250V 15A
TMT-PH300 250V 8A
Size (W x H x D): 260mm x 90mm x 410mm
Weight: 3.8 KG
Certication Marks: CE, ETL
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the TMT-PH300 IR preheater. This unit has
been tested and inspected by Thermaltronics prior to shipment, and with proper
maintenance will give you years of reliable performance.
SYSTEM FEATURES
The TMT-PH300 IR uses advanced intelligent temperature control technology for
accurate temperature control. Three heating modes allow the unit to handle leaded &
lead-free preheating processes and are suitable for use with PCB containing BGA and
SMD components.
Functions and Features
1. CPU controlled IR Heater provides accurate temperature control.
2. Three heating modes to meet different soldering requirements.
3. Professional board holder allows three dimensional adjustments.
4. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) free.
5. Large quartz infrared heating element allows work on large sized PCBA and
reduces PCBA warping.
6. External sensors can be used for temperature verication or used to control
preheater temperature.
7. Temperature and heating proles can be saved for repeat use.
8. Automatic Temperature Protection features shuts off the system when external
sensor temperature exceeds 430C or internal sensor temperature exceeds 600C.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning
A fire may result if this equipment is not used with care and for intended
applications. To avoid electric shock or injury, please follow the instructions
below strictly:
1. The unit must be properly grounded.
2. The unit can reach extremely high temperatures when switched ON.
- Do not use the device near ammable materials or gases
- Do not touch heated parts, which can cause severe burns
- Do not expose skin to infrared light for prolonged periods of time
3. Never operate the equipment with wet hands.
4. Always disconnect the power cord and allow the unit ample time to
cooldown before performing maintenance.
5. Use only genuine replacement parts.
Caution
1. Use this equipment in a well-ventilated area, away from combustible
equipment.
2. Disconnect the power cord if unit is not used for extended period of time.
3. Handle with care.
- Never drop or sharply jolt the unit.
- The unit contains delicate parts that can be damaged if subjected to
physical force.
- Do not spill any liquids into the unit.
4. Do not operate on uneven surfaces.
5. Allow to cool down before storage.
6. Turn off the power when the unit is not in use.
7. Do not alter the unit in any manner.

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CONTROL PANEL
Legend
1.a - Upper Digital Display 5 - Status Light
1.b - Lower Digital Display 6 - External Sensor ports
2 - Selection button 7 - Power Switch
3 - "▲" Increase / Enter button 8 - Power Socket
4 - "▼" Decrease button 9 - Fuse Holder
Digital Display - Sufx
A
b
c
d
C
t
- Set temperature for Operation Mode 0 and 1
- Actual temperature of external sensor b
- Actual temperature of external sensor c
- Actual temperature of internal sensor d
- Set temperature for prole
- Set duration/time (seconds) for prole

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UNPACKING/ASSEMBLY/OPERATION
Please read this manual and follow the directions before using the
equipment.
The carton contains:
1. Instruction manual
2. TMT-PH300 Preheater
3. PH-KTC-1 Sensors
4. Power Cord
Important: Keep all shipping materials until satisfactory operation has
been veried.
Operation - Preparation before powering on
1. Remove TMT-PH300 Preheater from its box and place on a suitable work
bench.
2. Attach PH-KTC-1 sensors to the sensor ports. ("6" in control panel
diagram). Verify that the sensors are properly inserted.
3. Connect the AC plug to a suitable AC power outlet. Make sure the power
outlet has grounding. ("8" in control panel diagram)
4. Turn the unit on. ("7" in control panel diagram)
Note: "SENS ERRX" will display if external sensor port X is not connected
properly.
Operation - Mode selection
1. The digital display on default shows "TYPE 0", press "▲" and "▼" ("3" and
"4" in control panel diagram) to choose between 3 operation modes (TYPE
0, 1, 2)
2. Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram) to conrm selection.
3. If you need to select another mode at this stage, please turn off power and
then turn on power.

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OPERATION - MODE 0
Mode "0" - Operation
When the preheater is set to Mode "0", the system uses the internal temperature
sensor to control preheater temperature. The external temperature sensors are used
for additional monitoring and can be placed at the bottom of the PCB and/or near the
components that are being worked on.
1. Follow "Operation - Mode Selection" Instructions
2. The digital display will show:
(1.a) upper digital display will show "set"
(2.a) lower digital display will show "XXXA" (xxx denotes temperature)
Press the "▲" button or "▼" button to adjust temperature
Note: The set temperature is adjustable from 50C to 400C in this mode.
3. Press the selection button to conrm the set temperature, the preheater will begin to
heat up to the set temperature.
Mode "0" - Display
Viewing the actual temperature of external sensor "b"
Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram) repeatedly until the upper digital
display shows "ACT1". The lower digital display will show the actual temperature of "b".
Viewing the actual temperature of external sensor "c"
Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram) repeatedly until the upper digital
display shows "ACT2". The lower digital display will show the actual temperature of "c".
Viewing the actual temperature of internal sensor "d"
Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram) repeatedly until the upper digital
display shows "ACT3". The lower digital display will show the actual temperature of "d".
Simultaneously viewing the actual temperature of external sensor "b" and "c"
Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram) repeatedly until the upper digital
display shows "XXXB" and the lower display shows "XXXC".

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OPERATION - MODE 1
Mode "1" - Operation
When the preheater is set to Mode "1", the system uses the external temperature
sensor "b" ("6b" in control diagram) to control the preheater temperature. The external
temperature sensor "c" is used for additional monitoring. Note: In order to measure
temperature correctly, kapton tape must be used to securely x sensor B to the
PCBA or component. If sensor B cannot accurately report temperature then the
preheater temperature may run out of control.
1. Follow "Operation - Mode Selection" Instructions
2. The digital display will show:
(1.a) upper digital display will show "set"
(2.a) lower digital display will show "XXXA" (xxx denotes temperature)
Press the "▲" button or "▼" button to adjust temperature
Note: The set temperature is adjustable from 50C to 280C in this mode.
3. Press the selection button to conrm the set temperature, the preheater will begin to
heat up to the set temperature.
Mode "1" - Display
Viewing the actual temperature of external sensor "b"
Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram) repeatedly until the upper digital
display shows "ACT1". The lower digital display will show the actual temperature of "b".
Viewing the actual temperature of external sensor "c"
Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram) repeatedly until the upper digital
display shows "ACT2". The lower digital display will show the actual temperature of "c".
Simultaneously viewing the actual temperature of external sensor "b" and "c"
Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram) repeatedly until the upper digital
display shows "XXXB" and the lower display shows "XXXC".
Note: Under Mode "1", it is not necessary to monitor the internal temperature
sensor's read out.

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OPERATION - MODE 2
Operation - Mode "2"
When the preheater is set to Mode "2", the system uses a custom temperature/time
profile to control temperature. The external temperature sensor "b" ("6b" in control
diagram) is used to control the preheater temperature. The external temperature
sensor "c" is used for additional monitoring. Note: In order to measure temperature
correctly, kapton tape must be used to securely fix sensor B to the PCBA or
component. If sensor B cannot accurately report temperature then the preheater
temperature may run out of control.
1. Follow "Operation - Mode Selection" Instructions
2. Press the selection button ("2" in control diagram), the display will show "run prof"
3. Press the selection button. The digital display will show:
(1.a) upper digital display will show "seg1"
(2.a) lower digital display will show "XXXt" (xxx denotes time in seconds)
Press the "▲" button or "▼" button to adjust the time (5 to 200 seconds)
Note: For safety, the temperature rise is limited to no more than 3C per second.
4. Press the selection button. The digital display will show:
(1.a) upper digital display will show "seg1"
(2.a) lower digital display will show "XXXC" (xxx denotes temperature)
Press the "▲" button or "▼" button to adjust the temperature (50C to 250C)
5. Repeat step 3 and 4 setting the time and temperature for segments 2 through 6
(SEG2/3/4/5/6).
6. To start the preheating profile, repeatedly press the selection button until "Run
Prof" is displayed, than press the "▲" button to start. A three second countdown
will commence before the prole is initiated.
7. To see the current segment, the running time, or the temperature of the sensors,
repeatedly press the selection button to switch between the different display modes.
8. After the prole nishes running, the display will show "End"
9. Press the press the "▲" button to save the profile and exit to profile adjustment
mode.
Note: To exit the running profile before the process finishes, press the "▲"
button. The system will exit and return to the prole adjustment display.

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TEMPERATURE PROFILE
Temperature Prole Analysis - Example
An example temperature prole with 6 segments is shown below.
1. (SEG1) Heating zone - Temperature ramps up to 100 celsius in 50 seconds
2. (SEG2) Heating zone - Temperature ramps up to 150 celsius in 60 seconds
3. Therefore it takes 110 seconds (50s + 60s) to get to 150 celsius
Calculating the Temperature Ramp Rate
The temperature ramp rate is calculated as the following:
Ramp rate = Temp. Change / Time
If two heating zones have the same temperature then the temperature stays constant.
1. (SEG1) Heating zone - Temperature ramps up to 100 celsius in 50 seconds
Ramp rate = 100 / 50
Ramp rate = 2 celsius / second
2. (SEG2) Heating zone - Temperature ramps up to 150 celsius in 60 seconds
Ramp rate = (150 - 100) / 60
Ramp rate = 0.833 celsius / second
SEG1
050T
100C
SEG2
060T
150C
SEG3
080T
180C
SEG4
050T
180C
SEG5
040T
210C
SEG6
100T
050C

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: The unit has no power.
A: Check if the unit is switched on and the power cord is plugged in. Verify that the fuse has not
blown out.
Q: Status Light denitions.
Red Light - Standby State
Red / Green Light - Preheat State
Green Light - Operating State
Q: Unit display screen is showing unknown characters
A: Please turn off power and back on. If the problem persists have the unit serviced by a certied
technician.
Q: Error Messages (ERRX, where X = digit)
A: One or more sensors may need to be replaced. Please turn the unit off and then on again.
Q: Error Messages (ERR0)
A: Check external sensor C and make sure it is connected properly. If issue persists replace with
new one (PH-KTC-1).
Q: Error Messages (ERR1)
A: Check external sensor B and make sure it is connected properly. If issue persists replace with
new one (PH-KTC-1).
Q: Error Messages (ERR2)
A: Check internal sensor D and make sure it is connected properly. Please consult your local
vendor.
Q: Error Messages (ERR3)
A: Indicates a bad sensor connection or no temperature increase. Please consult your local vendor.
Q: Other problems
A: Please contact your vendor or Thermaltronics at the email address: support@thermaltronics.
com.
PART# DESCRIPTION
TMT-PH300-1 IR Preheater 100V - 110V
TMT-PH300 IR Preheater 220V - 240V
PH-HE300-1 100-110V Heating Element for TMT-PH300-1
PH-HE300 220-240V Heating Element for TMT-PH300
PH-KTC-1 Thermocouples - K Type (2 Pack)
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