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Johns Hopkins Finalizes Purchase of Hentec/RPS Vector 300 Selective Soldering System
May 25, 2021 | Hentec Industries/RPS AutomationEstimated reading time: Less than a minute

Hentec Industries/RPS Automation is pleased to announce that Johns Hopkins has finalized the purchase of a Hentec/RPS Vector 300 selective soldering system.
The Vector 300 is an entry-level selective soldering system with a compact factory floor footprint and is ideally suited for prototype or small batch production. The Vector 300 is fully lead-free compatible and features an integrated computer with unlimited program storage, integrated system software, witness camera and auto fiducial correction.
Available in either standalone or SMEMA in-line configurations, the Vector 300 is offered with topside preheat, spray or drop-jet fluxer, dual flux nozzles, and custom or wave solder nozzles. The Vector 300 is UL and CE certified and carries both a two-year system warranty and a four-year solder pot warranty.
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