Solderability Testing

The Gen3 Systems MUST 3 Solderability Tester is rated as the World’s Premier Solderability Test System.

The MUST System 3 incorporates the latest evolution from the original Multicore Universal Solderability Tester (MUST) recognized as the industry benchmark for solderability testing.

Capable of measuring down to 0.001mN the MUST 3 is proven as the most accurate and comprehensively equipped Solderability Test system in the electronics industry.

The MUST System 3 sets the standard – performing solderability testing in accordance with all major International Standards for both Commercial and Military & Defense applications and encompasses everything required to perform all solderability tests.

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Technical Specifications

Dimensions	32” (810 mm) x 13.5” (340 mm) x 20.5” 520 mm (L x W x H)
Voltage	220-240 Volt AC, 50 Hz, 1 Amp or 110 Volts AC, 60 Hz, <2 Amp
Weight	133 lbs. (60 Kg)

Key Features

Force Resolution 0.001mN
Automatic component alignment and testing
Fast, quiet and smooth operation
Step-and-Repeat function for multi-leaded devices
Four (4) Individual globule blocks for Wetting Balance testing
Testing ability down to 0201 devices
Superior Gauge R&R
Highest Accuracy utilizing a sampling rate measuring to levels better than 0.1mN/BIT
Immersion Speed 0-30mm/s (resolution 0.05mm/s)
Immersion Depth 0-30mm at a Resolution of 0.01mm
Equipped with USB Camera
Immediate Pass/Fail Results upon completion of each test

Accessories

The MUST System 3 Includes a comprehensive scope of accessories

Solder Bath and 4 Globules: 4mm; 3.2mm; 2mm and 1mm plus
Solder Pellets (SnPb and Lead-free) including:
- 200mg(4mm)
- 100mg (3.2mm)
- 25mg (2mm)
- 5mg(1mm)
All accessories included to perform Solderability Testing in full- compliance with all standards including: IEC, IPC, MIL-STD, EIA/JET, ISO, JEITA, JNC and many user-specific test methods
Full Set of 13-clips to accommodate most components
Comprehensive Solderability Testing Operations Manual

NPL Solderability Testing “Best Practice” Guide