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Hentec Industries/RPS Automation to Showcase Valence 2508 at IPC Expo 2025
March 17, 2025 | Hentec Industries/RPS AutomationEstimated reading time: Less than a minute

The Valence 2508 Selective Soldering System is engineered for high-mix, high-volume, advanced PCB production. It supports boards ranging from 25 x 25 mm to 559 x 559 mm (1 x 1 in. to 22 x 22 in.), with a maximum processing area of 508 x 508 mm (20 x 20 in.).
The Valence 2508 includes a 100% closed-loop servo XYZ motion control, allowing all six axes to operate simultaneously. Standard features also include unlimited program storage, operating and programming software, an Inline SMEMA conveyor, fiducial vision, five Gaussian MiniWave nozzles, and warranties for the system (2 years) and solder pots (4 years).
Additionally, featuring an electromagnetic solder pump for SMEMA in-line processing, the system is fully configurable to meet specific production needs. Optional configurations include dual flux, integrated top-side IR pre-heater, and a solder replenishment system. The Valence 2508 is designed to enhance production efficiency and minimize downtime associated with maintenance. The machine is UL and CE compliant.
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