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When Failure Is Not an Option, Rely on Metcal Process Control

Metcal is a benchtop solutions innovator, leading hand soldering, convection rework, fume extraction, and fluid dispensing technologies since 1982.

Delivering unrivalled performance, reduced risk, and strong ROI, Metcal provides electronics manufacturers with the tools and confidence to develop faster, safer, and more advanced products. Powered by SmartHeat® and Connection Validation™, Metcal supports global OEMs and electronics assembly manufacturers across the automotive, aerospace, medical, and military sectors.

Metcal is part of OK International, a Dover company.

Featured Products

The Legendary MX 5200 Series Soldering & Rework System

Metcal MX Series: The Legendary System that gave us SmartHeat™ Technology

  • Powerful, two-station, industrial-strength workhorse
  • SmartHeat™ means constant, fixed temperatures that literally CAN NOT overshoot
  • Buy one system for soldering, desoldering, rework, high-thermal demand applications, and work under a microscope with Metcal's complete line of upgrade kits

Introduction to Metcal MircoFine

Make the most of your MX or CV Series systems — MicroFine technology enables precise soldering and rework of micro‑components down to 01005.

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MX 2.0: Metcal Connection Validation™ (CV) Systems - The Operator's Partner in Joint Evaluation

  • SmartHeat™ senses the thermal load and instantly delivers power on demand based on the requirements of the joint
  • Connection Validation™ (CV) evaluates each solder joint and provides closed-loop feedback to the operator
  • Configurations & upgrade kits for soldering, desoldering, rework, tweezers, high thermal demand, micro-components
  • Collect data on every joint soldered at every station in your operation with the CV-IOT add-on module
  • The perfect system for training new Operators - it's like having a mentor right on the benchtop

The Technology Behind Metcal Connection Validation™

Connection Validation (CV) evaluates the quality of each solder joint and provides closed-loop feedback to the operator via the LED light ring in the handpiece. CV complements the skill of the operator to judge the quality of a solder joint by introducing an objective method of evaluating solder joint quality. This systemic and objective approach provides repeatability and a measurable standard to the soldering process.

Metcal DX-250 Fluid Dispensing System

Metcal DX-250 Basic Fluid Dispensing System

This economical dispensing solution delivers high precision and consistent repeatability, with an adjustable operating pressure of up to 6.9 bar (100 psi). Featuring an RS‑232 interface for seamless PLC integration, it is available in two models: the DX‑250 for general applications with pressure adjustment from 0 to 6.9 bar, and the DX‑255 for low‑viscosity media with adjustable pressure from 0 to 1 bar.

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Metcal DX-350 Programmable Digital Dispensing System

Metcal DX-350 Programmable Digital Dispensing System

This intuitive dispenser provides high‑accuracy line and point dispensing, with digital control of time, pressure, and adjustable vacuum suck‑back to prevent dripping and stringing. Up to 10 dispensing profiles can be saved for repeatability, and an RS‑232 interface allows easy PLC integration. Available as the DX‑350 (0–6.9 bar) for standard applications and the DX‑355 (0–1 bar) for low‑viscosity media.

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Metcal MFR Soldering Rework Station

Metcal MFR Soldering / Rework Station - MFR-1160

The MFR-1100 Single Output Series is designed to minimize your training investment, maximize application solutions, and increase productivity. This series is compact and versatile and can be used with either a soldering tip, cartridge, or tweezer handpiece. A shop air desoldering option is also available as an upgrade kit.

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Metcal Soldering / Desoldering Station - MFR-1350

Metcal Soldering / Desoldering Station - MFR-1350

The MFR‑1300 Series desoldering and rework systems are standalone units with two switchable ports, designed for efficient through‑hole desoldering. The MFR‑1350 includes an internal pump delivering 0.7 bar pressure and 60 W of SmartHeat® Technology to protect boards while ensuring reliable performance. The handpiece supports both pencil‑grip and pistol‑style use, with replaceable tips for fast changeover and reduced downtime.

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H9-MFH MicroFine Handpiece - for work under a microscope

H9-MFH MicroFine Handpiece

This compact, lightweight handpiece weighs under 12 g and measures just 115 mm long, offering excellent balance and ergonomic comfort with a replaceable cushioned grip. A slim 3.5 mm, 2‑metre cable improves flexibility and reach, while the work stand enables hands‑free tip changes and cartridge storage. Supporting cartridge sizes down to 0.1 mm and multiple tip geometries, it’s available in MX‑ and CV‑compatible versions.

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H10-MFT MicroFine Tweezer Handpiece

H10-MFT MicroFine Tweezer Handpiece

This lightweight handpiece weighs under 30 g and measures just 98 mm long, offering excellent balance and ergonomics with adjustable tip alignment. A slim 3.5 mm, 2‑metre cable ensures easy handling and flexibility, while the workstand supports hands‑free tip insertion, removal, alignment, and cartridge storage. It accommodates horizontal gaps from 1206 to 01005 and cartridge sizes down to 0.1 mm. Available in MX‑ and CV‑compatible versions.

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BVX-250-KIT with Fume Extractor, HEPA 13 filter, prefilter, BVX-ARML 1.5 m arm/hose, two nozzles with nozzle filters, and a foot switch

Metcal BVX-250: The Next Gen Fume Extraction System

The BVX‑250 is a portable, two‑station fume filtration system designed to remove fumes, smoke, dust, and vapors, delivering 99.97% HEPA 13 efficiency and twice the suction power of previous models. It features rapid 30‑second filter changes for minimal downtime. The BVX‑250‑KIT includes the extractor, HEPA and prefilters, a 1.5 m arm/hose, two nozzle filters, and a foot switch, and is compatible with existing Metcal BVX and Omniflex arms and hoses.

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FM-BVX250 Replacement Main Filter: Inexpenisve, Quick-Change HEPA 13 Fume Ex Filter with 99.97% Efficiency

FM-BVX250: Inexpenisve, Quick-Change HEPA 13 Fume Ex Filter

The FM‑BVX250 HEPA 13 filter delivers 99.97% filtration efficiency in a compact design, capturing particles from 0.3 μm to 2.5 μm with a low pressure drop of 28 ± 2 Pa. It features a quick‑change design for replacement in under 30 seconds, while the BVX‑250 LED status ring clearly indicates when main or pre‑filters need changing.

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