from the pages of OEM Technology Magazine
IN-LINE CLEANING
Austin American's Hydrojet
Works on High Density PCB Assemblies
. . . . AUSTIN, TX - AAT's new Hydrojet brings high speed, state-of-the-art, superior cleaning performance as well as easy maintenance to in-line cleaning applications. Available in Mach I, II, or III models, the AAT Hydrojet employs revolutionary flow dynamics technology to bring in-line cleaning to an entirely new level. Even the toughest cleaning applications can be accomplished in half the footprint (16 ft.) and twice the speed of other in-line cleaners. The Hydrojet system can effectively clean high-density assemblies at speeds up to 6-8 feet per minute. The Mach III can effectively dry at a rate of 14 ft/min.
. . . . The advanced Hydrojet consists of a prewash stage, wash, chemical isolation, 3 rinse stages, plus drying. The wash chamber includes an optional prewash and patent-pending three-stage spray manifold designed for high speed cleaning. The chemical isolation between wash and rinse includes an optional blower for 98-99% efficiency. An optional Mach I, II or III patent-pending drying chamber offers three different drying speeds up to 10 ft/min. on densely populated assemblies - without adding to the system's footprint. Each system is PLC controlled with a color touch screen interface. The AAT Hydrojet's all new flow technology (wash, rinse and dry) is patent pending. No IR panels or additional dryer modules are needed!
. . . . All items requiring routine maintenance are readily accessible. Plumbing systems are built with quick-connects, etc. for tool free disassembly. Pumps and blowers are readily accessible and removable for repair. Filter/strainers are designed to be cleaned while the cleaner is in operation to minimize down time. Options for the Hydrojet Series include view windows and lighting for all process sections; a chemical injection system for the main wash; a foam sensor; resistivity monitors on both inlet and effluent of final rinse; and more.
AUSTIN AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY CORP.
12201-160 Technology Blvd. ~ Austin, TX 78727-6102.
(512)335-6400, Fax: (512)335-5753
Website: www.aat-corp.com