JBC AM120 Adjustable Micro Tweezers Instruction Manual
- June 8, 2024
- JBC
Table of Contents
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AM120
Adjustable Micro Tweezers
This manual corresponds to the following reference:
AM120-A
Packing List
The following items are included:
Adjustable Micro Tweezers ……………1 unit
Manual ……………………………………………1 unit
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Connections
-
DI, DDE or DME
Control Unit* -
AMS
Stand for PA120 & AM120 Micro Tweezers* -
AM120
Adjustable Micro Tweezers -
C120
Cartridges*
- not included, sold separately
Changing Cartridges
1. Removing
Place the cartridges in the extractor and pull the tweezers to remove them.
2. Positioning
Place the tweezers on top of the new cartridge and slightly press down.
3. Inserting
Use the grooves to insert the cartridges as far as the mark*.
- Mark
*Important
It is essential to insert the cartridges as far as the mark for a proper
connection.
4. Rotational Cartridge Alignment
Slightly turn the wheels to align the cartridges as required.
5. Vertical Cartridge Alignment
Close the tweezers and the rear wheel allows the cartridges to be equally aligned en vertical direction.
- not aligned
- aligned
Compatible Cartridges
AM120 works with C120 cartridges. Find the model that best suits your soldering needs at www.jbctools.com
Conical Bent Blade Chisel Bent
Example:
Chip Components Rework Process using Tweezers and Pedal
The Pedal is frequently used to rework components with tweezers.
AM120 JBCs adjustable micro tweezers is the most effective tool for desoldering chip components but also it facilitates its rapid placement and soldering by using a pedal connected to JBC´s station.
(1)
-
Control Unit
-
Adapter Switch
-
Adapter for P305
-
Pedal
-
P305
Pedal Kit
for Control Units -
Tweezers
-
Stand
Connections
Connect pedal P305 to its adapter and then the adapter to the control unit port. The tool must be connected to its sand and the stand to the pedal adapter.
Note: If working with P305 and its adapter, choose the pedal funtionality at the adapter switch like shown beside.
Adapter Switch
To reverse the pedal functionality choose:
NO > press to work
(normally open)
NC > release to work
(normally closed)
(2)
- “press to work” previously selected
**Desoldering***
Lift the tweezers from the holder, press and hold the pedal to activate the tweezers and desolder the component.
Once the pedal is released the tweezers enters in hibernation mode and cools down.
(3)
- DS360
Micro
Desoldering Iron
Pad Cleaning
Clean the pads with JBC’s desoldering tool DS360.
For this operation JBC’s desoldering station DSS is needed.
(4)
- DPM
Manual
Solder Paste Dispenser
Solder Paste Dispensing
Apply the solder paste amount needed to solder the new chip component.
The use of JBC´s DPM solder paste dispenser is recommended.
(5)
Placing
Do not press the pedal.
Use the tweezers to position the component on the previously tinned pad.
Note: The inactive tweezers prevents the component from heating up prematurely.
(6)
Soldering
Once in position press and hold the pedal to activate the tweezers and perform
the soldering.
Safety
It is imperative to follow safety guidelines to prevent electric shock, injury, fire or explosion.
– Do not use the units for any purpose other than soldering or rework. Incorrect use may cause a fire.
– The power cord must be plugged into approved bases. Be sure that it is properly grounded before use. When unplugging it, hold the plug, not the wire.
– Do not work on electrically live parts.
– The tool should be placed in the stand when not in use in order to activate the sleep mode. The soldering tip or nozzle, the metal part of the tool and the stand may still be hot even when the station is turned off. Handle with care, including when adjusting the stand position.
– Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is on.
– Do not cover the ventilation grills. Heat can cause inflammable products to ignite.
– Avoid flux coming into contact with skin or eyes to prevent irritation.
– Be careful with the fumes produced when soldering.
– Keep your workplace clean and tidy. Wear appropriate protection glasses and gloves when working to avoid personal harm.
– Utmost care must be taken with liquid tin waste which can cause burns.
– This appliance can be used by children over the age of eight and also persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience provided that they have been given adequate supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance.
– Maintenance must not be carried out by children unless supervised.
Notes
Specifications
AM120
Adjustable Micro Tweezers
Ref. AM120-A
– Max. Power Per Cartridge: 40W
– Total Net Weight: 102 g / 0.223 lb
– Package Dimensions /Weight: 277 x 73 x 50 mm / 170 g
(L x W x H) 10.91 x 2.87 x 1.97 in / 0.236 lb
Complies with CE standards
ESD Safe
Warranty
JBC’s 2 year warranty covers this equipment against all manufacturing defects,
including the replacement of defective parts and labour.
Warranty does not cover product wear or misuse.
In order for the warranty to be valid, equipment must be returned, postage
paid, to the dealer where it was purchased.
Get 1 extra year JBC warranty by registering
here:https://www.jbctools.com/productregistration/ within 30 days of
purchase.
This product should not be thrown in the garbage.
In accordance with the European directive 2012/19/EU, electronic equipment at
the end of its life must be collected and returned to an authorized recycling
facility.
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