Hentec Industries/RPS Automation, a leading manufacturer of selective soldering, lead tinning and solderability test equipment, is pleased to announce that Kyocera AVX has purchased a Pulsar solderability testing system for their Bangkok, Thailand facility.  Kyocera AVX also has two Hentec/RPS Pulsar solderability test systems and a Photon steam aging system installed in their San Diego, California facility. The Pulsar utilizes the highly proven dip-and-look test method that is a qualitative type test performed by comparative analysis after specimens are dipped in a bath of flux and molten solder.  The Hentec/RPS Pulsar solderability test system complies with all applicable solderability test standards including MIL-STD-883 Method 2003, IPC J-STD-002 and MIL-STD-202 Method 208.

About Kyocera AVX

Headquartered in Fountain Inn, South Carolina, Kyocera AVX is a division of Kyocera Corporation Ltd. a Japanese conglomerate whose worldwide businesses include manufacturing of fine ceramic components, handsets, printers, solar cells, industrial tools, and business solutions. For more information, please visit: www.kyocera-avx.com

About Hentec Industries

Hentec Industries/RPS Automation is a manufacturer of automated selective soldering, component lead tinning, and solderability test equipment for electronics and electronic component manufacturing, assembly, and distribution.  Hentec/RPS has been advancing automated soldering and lead finishing technology for defense, aerospace, automotive, contract manufacturers and micro-electronics component manufacturers since the early 90’s. All Hentec/RPS products are designed and manufactured in Newman Lake, Washington.  For more information, please visit us at www.rpsautomation.com.