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JBC Station part 2: a failed prototype
A bit of context If you are new here, I recommend reading the first part of this series. There I discussed the various design constraints and considerations and weighed the pros and cons of each one. In this post I will discuss the first prototype I designed. First prototype For the first prototype, I wanted to test what in Part 1 I called Option #1, more specifically the Solid State Relay (SSR) output stage....
JBC Station part 1: the fundamentals
Introduction JBC is one of the most renowned soldering equipment manufacturers in the world. Most famously, JBC makes the C245 cartridge range, which feature an integrated design containing a thermocouple and heater wire. This construction method offers better performance and can be more compact than older, non thermally bonded tips. JBC marketing material: better response times and lower temperature drop The only problem is that these stations are fairly high-end. The cheapest one I can find on their website is 500€ before VAT and shipping....