Spray Etching Machines

Rota-Spray’ and 'Rota-Spray Plus'

 
Rota-Spray 'Plus'
 

Rota-Spray 'Plus' with Optional
Base Unit

 

 

 

 

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A Spray Processor with many advanced features making an ideal upgrade to a Bubble Etch Tank. The Rota-Spray is a Spray Processor with an in-built Spray Wash Tank and is normally used for Etch / Spray Wash. The 'Rota-Spray Plus' features an additional static unheated Developing Tank enabling the unit to be used as an Develop / Spray Wash / Spray Etch combination. Both units feature:

  • Digital temperature control - Set & control temperatures accurately.
  • Transparent case design - Panels can be examined after processing without removing.
  • Integral Spray Wash Tank - Washes the entire board holder to keep whole etching process clean. Fitted with adjustable spray bars.
  • Etches PCBs in less than 90 seconds! - 3-4 times faster than a Bubble Etch Tank.
  • Static Developing Tank, unheated with bottom drain - 'Rota-Spray Plus' only
  • Bottom drain with secure fastening - No syphoning necessary.
  • Splash hopper included - Helps to contain chemistry to aid clean processing.
  • Safety cut-out on lid - Motor cuts off if lid is raised during etching.
  • Optional Base Unit available - Places the top of the unit at an efficient working height of 110cm
  • New Board Holder - Takes multiple small boards. Low profile design means less etchant or developer collects on board holder keeping processing cleaner.
  • Digital timer controls processing time - As the board is not immersed in liquid, there is no over-processing after completion. This makes over-etching very difficult.
  • 10" x 12" (254 x 305 mm) Board capacity
  • Dimensions : 'Rota-Spray' H 650, W 475, D 500 mm 'Rota-Spray Plus' H 650, W 540, D 500 mm
  • Optional Base Unit Height : 450mm

Order Code Description   1+ Qty:
500-702 Rota-Spray Processor 10" x 12" £865.00
500-713 Rota-Spray ^Plus^ Develop / Wash / Etch £960.00
500-707 Rota-Spray Base Unit £75.00
500-703 Rota-Spray Processor 10" x 12" 110v 60Hz version £940.00
 

 

Rota-Station and Rota-Station 'Plus' PCB Processing Unit

 
This new product incorporates a Rota-Spray or Rota-Station Plus with two digitally controlled heated PCB tanks, a Spray Wash Tank and a Processing Sink to offer a comprehensive PCB Production Solution.

For those that already have one the Rota-Station is available without a Rota-Spray.

Rota-Station
The Rota-Spray (described in detail elsewhere on our site) is designed to spray etch and wash circuits but customers have asked Mega for modifications so it can handle a more comprehensive PCB production process. This is what the new Rota-Station offers. In essence it is a Rota-Spray with an additional two digitally controlled Heated Process Tanks either side of a Spray-Wash Tank and an integral Hot/Cold sink. The new Rota-Station therefore offers all the efficiencies of the spray etching of the Rota-Spray with additional processing tanks. It is envisaged that one of the heated tanks will be used for developing, with the second used for either stripping or tinning. Anyone who has ever made circuit boards will realise the benefit of having an integral sink with a hot and cold mixer tap.

Rota-Station ‘Plus’
For the ultimate in PCB production the Rota-Station ‘Plus’ is the same as above but it includes a Rota-Spray Plus machine with its additional Developing Tank. This means the user has a complete processing sequence available of Develop / Spray Wash / Spray Etch/ Spray Wash / Resist Strip / Spray Wash / Immerse Tin.



Rota-Station 'Plus'


Dimensions as shown above

Order Code Description   1+ Qty:
500-705 Rota-Station (supplied WITH Rota-Spray) £1875.00
500-714 Rota-Station ^Plus^ (supplied WITH Rota-Spray ^Plus^) £1950.00
500-704 Rota-Station (supplied WITHOUT Rota-Spray) £1040.00
 

Jet 34d - Rotary Etching Machine

The Jet 34d is a low cost rotary etching machine ideally suited to the manufacture of prototype and small batch quantities of PCBs. As well as etching the unit can also be used for spray developing and spray resist stripping. The machine is of a sturdy PVC construction and is mounted on a stand which places the machine at a convenient working height. Etching solution is contained in a tank at the base of the machine. It is heated by a powerful quartz heater which assures a short warm up time and constant temperature which is controlled electronically. Boards up to 300 x 500mm can be etched although several smaller boards can be placed in the special board carrier, the handle of which protrudes out of the machine eliminating operator contact with the etchant. The machine etches one side at a time and so for double sided PCBs the board holder is rotated 180º before the second etching cycle. In front of the etching chamber is a built in overflow wash tank for the rinsing of the etched boards. The triangular form of the body of the machine makes it ideal to place in a corner of a room. The efficiency of this spray etcher has been proven by line resolution of better than 0.1mm and etching speed of only 90 seconds with fresh ferric chloride.

Specifications
Maximum Panel Size: 300 x 500mm
Sump Capacity: 30 litres
Dimensions: Width 650 x Depth 690mm
Electrics:  220-240V/50Hz 1ph.

Order Code Description   1+ Qty:
35-16046 Wide Jet 34 for 525mm panels £1725.00
35-16049 Wide Jet 34 for 525mm panels 110V 60Hz £1725.00
 





Splash

A professional PCB double sided spray etching machine which can also be used for spray developing.The Splash Etcher will process boards to 210mm ×300mm.As with most vertical spray processors of this type this machine will etch 1oz (35 µm)copper boards in approximately 90 seconds. The unit features a magnetic driven spray pump and 1000W heater.The liquid temperature is thermostatically controlled and there is inbuilt over-heat protection and a safety switch on the lid.The digital timer counts down the time during operation and features an auto-reset facility and an audible buzzer. A special titanium board holder is included to enable both sides of the board to be etched simultaneously and the machine has an integral rinse tank.

Specifications
Maximum Board Size: 210 x 300mm
Power Supply: 230 V~,50 Hz approx.1150VA
Dimensions (L x W x H): 60 ×66 ×20cm
Tank Capacity:  25 ltr
Weight: 30kg
Order Code Description   1+ Qty:
35-16047 Splash Double Sided Spray Etcher £2680.00
 

 

 

Splash Centre

The Splash Centre features Splash Etcher with integral static tanks system with four process tanks,a squeegee drying unit and a spillage tray.

Specifications
Maximum Board Size: 210 x 300mm
Power Supply: 230 V~,50 Hz approx.1150VA
Dimensions (L x W x H): 100 × 67 ×121cm
Tank Capacity:  25 ltr
Weight: 46kg

The four tanks from (left to right) are normally used for:

  • Static pre rinse
  • Static plus fresh water spray rinse (including foot-switch)
  • Tank with basket and liquid movement via an integral pump,for resist stripping or developing.
  • Spare tank,which can be used for chemical tinning

Order Code Description   1+ Qty:
35-16048 Splash Centre £4235.00
 

 

Conveyorised Spray Processing Equipment

New from Mega is a range of Conveyorised Processing Modules consisting of high quality double and single sided units for developing or stripping or etching of various materials to 500mm wide. These machines offer the ultimate in efficiency for either PCB or metal etch sign applications. The conveyor takes the material through the process chamber and a rinse chamber so completely clean panels exit the machine. 500mm modules should be ordered with a stand but the 300mm modules can be bench mounted.

Features Include :

  • 500mm or 300mm conveyor widths
  • Modular construction
  • Variable Spray Pressure
  • Full safety features
  • Digital temperature control
  • Low maintenance
  • Double filtration of the chemistry
  • Low voltage control circuits.

Accessories available for the processor include a stand, link inspection modules, catch trays and cooling systems.


Illustrated model CP500DLS with stand
  
General Specification
Description Chemical spray processor including mains water rinse
Process chamber 460mm on all models

Mains water rinse
chamber
380mm for CP500, 295mm for CP300

Spray bars - top 4 process chamber, 1 rinse chamber

Spray bars - bottom

4 process chamber, 1 rinse chamber
Nozzle type Poly v-jet
Nozzles per tube 5 + 6 for CP500, 3 + 4 for CP300
Pressure indication Optional extra
Pressure control Adjustable over full operating range
Re-circulating pump CP500 - 0.75kW magnetic drive centrifugal pump,
0.5kW for CP300
Conveyor drive Worm and wheel
Speed range Variable speed d.c. shunt wound motor
Speed direction 0-2 metres/minute
Temperature range Ambient to 50°C ± 1°C
Controller Digital (standard)
Cooling Factory build optional extra
Sump capacity max.
Sump capacity min.
CP500 - 90 litres. CP300 - 30 litres
CP500 - 50 litres. CP300 - 25 litres
Liquid low level
and shut down
Warning lamp
Construction materials P.V.C. Titanium, Hyperlon, PE1000,
Vinylester, H.M.P., P.V.D.F.
Lids Glass inner and outer with P.V.C. seals
Covers P.V.C.
Safety switches Reed magnetic on outer lids and rear cover
Voltage 220/240v 50Hz (13A plug)
Dimensions Height : CP500 - 810mm. CP300 – 655mm
Width : CP500 - 1000mm. CP300 – 795mm
Length : CP500 - 1120mm. CP300 – 1050mm
Mounting Frame Polypropylene box section (Optional extra)
Heater 2Kw Hair Pin Titanium

 

 

 


Order Code Description   1+ Qty:
500-202 CP500DS Conv processor 500mm wide D/S £7790.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-202-1 Stand for CP500 Conv processor £330.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-202-2 Catch tray for CP500 Conv processor £185.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-202-3 Cooling system for CP500 Conv processor £615.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-205 300mm ext for Cp500 Conv processor £415.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-202-P CRATE FOR CP500 AND STAND (HEAT TREATED WOOD) £230.00
 
  
Order Code Description   1+ Qty:
500-400 CP300DS Conv processor 300mm wide D/S £5910.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-400-1 Stand for CP300 Conv processor £330.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-400-2 Catch tray for CP300 Conv processor £125.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-400-3 Cooling system for CP300 Conv processor £615.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-400-4 Extraction spigot for CP300 Bench processor £99.00 Sorry, This item is not available online. Please contact our sales department.
500-400-P CRATE FOR CP300 WITHOUT STAND (HEAT TREATED WOOD) £165.00