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Model XSD 702 desiccant cabinet is said to reduce device drying times without oxidation. Reportedly dries MSL 5, 1.4 mm components completely in 24 hrs. Deploys self-regenerating desiccant. The U-5000 Zeolite drying unit is said to achieve humidity levels under 0.5% RH. Also dries taped reels without damage to tape. Include precision measurement, 24/7 data logging and an ergonomic touch screen operator interface.

Totech Super Dry, www.superdry.info

Benchtop XRF tools for compliance testing and monitoring of prohibitive metals for RoHS/WEEE are said to provide nondestructive measurement of lead, mercury, chromium, bromine, and cadmium in almost any material. Permit lead content quantification for reverse RoHS applications, including military and aerospace demands requiring 2 to 5% minimum lead content. Measures standard circuit and packaging applications, including AuNiCu; immersion Au, Ag and Sn; matte Sn and SnPb on lead pads and bumps; and ENIG stacks. Spectrometers can be configured with gas-proportional, Si-PIN, or Silicon Drift-type detectors and primary beam filtration.

Matrix Metrologies, www.matrixmetrologies.com

Pro Series High Performance Soldering Iron (WPS18MP) is 18W and said to heat up to 900°F in 35 sec. Uses patented power supply electronics and specially constructed tips. Reportedly delivers performance equal to a 60W iron. Includes a red power-on LED that changes to green when tip reaches a working temperature. Also includes a white LED light. Shape permits the hot tip to stay elevated. All tips use a uniform modular plug.

Cooper Tools, www.coopertools.com