Vacuum reflow oven structure - heating zones, vacuum unit and rail design

Key components explained

Heating zones: preheat (≤300℃) + high-temp reflow (≤350℃); some tools support 400℃ high-lead solder.

vacuum

Radiant heat retention (e.g. German SXX top/bottom chamber heating);

Vacuum pump choice: oil-sealed pumps (Busch R5 series) need regular oil changes; oil-free pumps are easily fouled by condensed flux.

vacuum - PCB 100mm×50mm

Fault early warning:

Rail deformation: aluminium alloys distort at high temperature causing a "flare" effect - calibrate regularly.