Metcal is a global leader in professional benchtop soldering systems, fume extraction units, and fluid dispensing technologies for electronics manufacturing.
Metcal is a prominent brand within the electronics manufacturing industry, specializing in advanced benchtop solutions. Since its founding, the company has driven innovation with its proprietary SmartHeat® technology, which provides precise thermal management for hand soldering, reworking, and desoldering applications without the need for calibration. Beyond soldering, Metcal produces high-performance fume extraction systems and fluid dispensing products widely used in the assembly of printed circuit boards and electronic devices.
Operating under OK International, Metcal serves a global customer base with products designed to improve process control, productivity, and safety. Their "Connection Validation" (CV) technology is a key industry advancement, offering real-time feedback on solder joint quality by calculating intermetallic compound formation. The brand supports sectors ranging from automotive and aerospace to medical devices and contract manufacturing.
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SmartHeat is a self-regulating heating technology used in Metcal soldering systems. It senses the thermal load and instantly delivers power on demand directly to the solder joint without requiring calibration.
Metcal's Connection Validation technology evaluates the quality of a solder joint by calculating the intermetallic compound formation, providing closed-loop visual feedback (via a light ring) to the operator when a good joint is formed.
Metcal typically warrants its products, such as the MFR-WSDSX, against defects in materials or workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase by the original owner. Exceptions may apply to consumables.
Metcal is a brand of OK International, Inc., which handles sales and support globally.
Replacement brass brushes (Part Number: AC-BBP) are available through Metcal distributors or OK International.