In-house component salvaging for small volumes
Salvage valuable components from defective boards using JBC or PDR equipment without thermal damage. For small volumes, extract in-house and send to Tim-Nordic for re-tinning, lead repair, or reballing. Complete with Xtreme moisture baking and Boss Vakuum packaging for reliable component reuse.
Component salvaging from defective boards or prototypes requires precision – you need to extract valuable ICs without thermal damage to the component or destroying the PCB substrate. For small-volume operations, this can be done in-house using professional rework equipment before sending components for refurbishment.
The controlled heating approach
The key challenge is removing components at reflow temperature without overheating the chip. If the PCB can be scrapped, you can use aggressive under heat and reach liquid state before the chip reaches temperature limits.
JBC precision rework tools and preheaters – For targeted heat application with excellent thermal control.
PDR rework systems – For selective component removal with split-vision optics and controlled heating profiles.
Both systems allow you to reach solder reflow temperatures while keeping chip body temperature below critical thresholds, avoiding component damage.
The process
1. Bottom-side preheating: Gradually bring the PCB to near-reflow temperature from below
2. Localized heating: Apply controlled heat to the component area using JBC or PDR equipment
3. Temperature monitoring: Use thermocouples on the component body to ensure you stay within safe limits
4. Extraction: Remove component once solder has reflowed, avoiding mechanical stress
Post-salvage processing
Once removed, components require professional refurbishment:
Moisture Control: Use Xtreme baking systems to drive out any absorbed moisture before storage or reuse
Refurbishment at Tim-Nordic and our partners:
– Re-tinning of leads
– Lead repair for damaged terminations
– Reballing for BGA components
Vacuum Packaging: Store refurbished components in moisture-barrier bags to maintain their condition, vacuum sealed by Boss Vakuum.
Why this approach works
– Salvages expensive or obsolete components for reuse
– Avoids grey-market sourcing
– Small-batch processing doesn’t require outsourcing
– Professional refurbishment ensures component reliability
– Proper moisture control prevents latent failures
For small volumes, this in-house extraction combined with professional refurbishment offers a cost-effective alternative to purchasing new or questionable components.
