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Metcal Introduces New 4-Zone Circuit Board Preheaters and Premium Board Holders

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Metcal, a Dover (NYSE: DOV) company specializing in benchtop soldering solutions, has launched its new PT4-4000 and PT4-8000 Series 4-Zone Circuit Board Preheaters globally. The new preheaters utilize Resistive Radiant Heat Technology, featuring a ceramic plate that radiates heat through a tempered glass surface.

The PT4 Series offers four independent temperature zones with real-time monitoring through external thermocouples. Key features include uniform heat distribution, elimination of hot spots, and programmable temperature profiles for various circuit board requirements. The technology is designed for high-precision electronics manufacturing across mobile phones, aerospace, and medical device sectors.

Metcal, un’azienda Dover (NYSE: DOV) specializzata in soluzioni per saldatura da banco, ha annunciato a livello globale la propria nuova serie PT4-4000 e PT4-8000, preriscaldatori a 4 zone per schede.

I nuovi preriscaldatori si basano sulla Tecnologia di Riscaldamento Radiant Resistivo, con una piastra in ceramica che genera calore attraverso una superficie in vetro temperato.

La serie PT4 offre quattro zone di temperatura indipendenti con monitoraggio in tempo reale tramite termocoppie esterne. Tra le caratteristiche principali: distribuzione del calore uniforme, eliminazione dei punti caldi e profili di temperatura programmabili per diverse esigenze delle schede PCB. La tecnologia è pensata per la produzione di elettronica di alta precisione in settori come telefoni mobili, aerospaziale e dispositivi medici.

Metcal, una empresa de Dover (NYSE: DOV) especializada en soluciones de soldadura de banco, ha lanzado a nivel mundial su nueva serie PT4-4000 y PT4-8000, precalentadores de 4 zonas para tarjetas.

Los nuevos recalentadores utilizan Tecnología de Calor Radiante Resistivo, con una placa de cerámica que irradia calor a través de una superficie de vidrio templado.

La serie PT4 ofrece cuatro zonas de temperatura independientes con monitoreo en tiempo real mediante termocuplas externas. Sus características clave incluyen una distribución uniforme del calor, eliminación de puntos calientes y perfiles de temperatura programables para diversos requisitos de placas PCB. La tecnología está diseñada para la fabricación de electrónica de alta precisión en sectores como móviles, aeroespacial y dispositivos médicos.

Metcal은(는) 도버의 벤치탑 납땜 솔루션 전문 기업으로서, 전 세계에 신규 PT4-4000 및 PT4-8000 시리즈 4-존 PCB 프리히터를 출시했습니다.

새 프리히터는 저항식 복사 열 기술을 이용하며, 세라믹 플레이트가 가열을 내열강화 유리 표면을 통해 복사합니다.

PT4 시리즈는 네 개의 독립 온도 존을 제공하며 외부 열전췌를 통해 실시간으로 모니터링됩니다. 주요 특징은 균일한 열 분포, 핫스팟 제거 및 다양한 PCB 요구에 맞춘 프로그래머블 온도 프로파일입니다. 이 기술은 모바일 폰, 항공 우주 및 의료 기기 분야의 고정밀 전자 제조를 위해 설계되었습니다.

Metcal, une entreprise de Dover (NYSE: DOV) spécialisée dans les solutions de soudure sur planche, a lancé à l’échelle mondiale sa nouvelle série PT4-4000 et PT4-8000, préchauffeurs de cartes PCB en 4 zones.

Les nouveaux préchauffeurs utilisent la Technologie de Chauffage Radiant Résistif, avec une plaque en céramique qui rayonne la chaleur à travers une surface en verre trempé.

La série PT4 offre quatre zones de température indépendantes avec une surveillance en temps réel via des thermocouples externes. Parmi les caractéristiques clés figurent une répartition homogène de la chaleur, l’élimination des points chauds et des profils de température programmables pour divers besoins des cartes PCB. La technologie est conçue pour la fabrication électronique de haute précision dans les secteurs des téléphones mobiles, de l’aérospatiale et des dispositifs médicaux.

Metcal, ein Dover-Unternehmen (NYSE: DOV) spezialisiert auf Tischlöt-Lösungen, hat weltweit seine neue PT4-4000 und PT4-8000 Serien 4-Zonen Leiterplatten-Preheater eingeführt.

Die neuen Vorheizer verwenden die Widerstand-Radiant-Heißtechnologie mit einer Keramikplatte, die Wärme durch eine gehärtete Glasoberfläche abstrahlt.

Die PT4-Serie bietet vier unabhängige Temperaturzonen und Echtzeit-Überwachung über externe Thermoelemente. Zu den Merkmalen gehören gleichmäßige Wärmeverteilung, Vermeidung von Hotspots und programmierbare Temperaturprofile für unterschiedliche Leiterplattenanforderungen. Die Technologie ist für die hochpräzise Elektronikfertigung in Bereichen wie Mobiltelefone, Luft- und Raumfahrt sowie medizinische Geräte konzipiert.

ميتكل، شركة دوفير (بورصة نيويورك: DOV) المتخصصة في حلول اللحام على سطح المكتب، أطلقت على مستوى العالم سلسلة PT4-4000 و PT4-8000، أجهزة تسخين مسبق لكِم ثلاثية 4 مناطق للدوائر المطبوعة.

تستخدم أجهزة التسخين المسبق الجديدة تقنية التسخين الإشعاعي المقاوم، وتضم سطحاً سيراميكياً يشع الحرارة عبر سطح زجاج مقوى.

تقدّم سلسلة PT4 أربعة مناطق حرارة مستقلة مع رصد في الوقت الفعلي عبر مستشعرات الترمومتر الخارجية. من الميزات الرئيسية توزيع الحرارة بالتساوي، القضاء على البقع الساخنة، وبروفيلات حرارة قابلة للبرمجة لتلبية متطلبات لوحات PCB المتنوعة. وتُصمَّم التقنية لتصنيع إلكترونيات عالية الدقة في قطاعات الهواتف المحمولة، والطيران والفضاء، والأجهزة الطبية.

Metcal,一家属于道尔(NYSE: DOV)的公司,专注于台式焊接解决方案,现全球发布其全新 PT4-4000 与 PT4-8000 系列 4 区域PCB预热器

新型预热器采用 电阻辐射加热技术,配备陶瓷板,通过钢化玻璃表面辐射热量。

PT4 系列提供 四个独立温区,并通过外部热电偶实现实时监控。其关键特性包括热量分布均匀、消除热点,以及针对不同电路板需求的可编程温度曲线。该技术面向移动电话、航天及医疗设备等高精密电子制造领域。

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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Metcal, part of OK International and Dover (NYSE: DOV) and a leader in benchtop soldering for electronics and industrial manufacturing, today announced the global launch of its new PT4-4000 and PT4-8000 Series 4-Zone Circuit Board Preheaters and compatible circuit board holders.

Metcal specializes in precision hand soldering and fume extraction equipment used by the world's leading electronics manufacturers who make everything from mobile phones and personal electronics to military and aerospace technologies and life-saving medical devices. Powerful, precision preheaters are a core part of the "Metcal Benchtop," supporting both the production and repair of electronic circuit boards.

The new PT4 Series Preheaters deliver powerful, uniform heat using Metcal's Resistive Radiant Heat Technology, in which a ceramic plate radiates heat through the tempered glass surface of the heating zone. This design smooths and distributes heat evenly, eliminating hot spots and providing consistently precise thermal performance. These results make the PT4 Preheaters suitable for the most thermally demanding applications, leveraging a wide range of controls and programmability options.

The PT4 Preheaters are designed to provide heat to four independent temperature zones, offering enhanced flexibility by accommodating a variety of circuit board sizes and complexities. Temperature regulation is maintained through external thermocouples as the units monitor and adjust heat levels in real-time. Advanced temperature control modes ensure adaptability and repeatability, with programmable profiles tailored to specific circuit board temperature requirements.

"At Metcal, we are always focused on the two most important elements to any industrial operation: process control and precision," explained Curtis Yamauchi, Senior Product Manager at Metcal. "The PT4 Series Preheaters offer the high performance and precision controls customers expect from Metcal."

For more information, please visit info.metcal.com/pt4-preheaters.

About Metcal:

Metcal, an OK International brand, is a benchtop solutions innovator, leading the way in hand soldering, convection rework, fume extraction, and fluid dispensing. Metcal breakthroughs have empowered global OEM and electronics assembly customers in contract manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, industrial and military sectors since 1982. For more information, visit www.metcal.com.

About OK International:

OK International, part of Dover Corporation, is a global manufacturer of bench tools and equipment that are used in electronics & industrial product assembly. Committed to operational excellence and innovation, they deliver core technological advantages with best-in-class performance. The core brands are Metcal, which provides advanced technology products across hand soldering, convection rework, and fume extraction applications, and Techcon, known for its fluid and dispensing products that provide superior accuracy and durability. For more information about OK International, visit okinternational.com.

About Dover:

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 70 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.  

OK International Contact:
Dan Klass
(714) 799-9910
dklass@okinternational.com

Dover Media Contact:    
Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications    
(630) 743-5039    
asakowicz@dovercorp.com     

Dover Investor Contact:   
Jack Dickens, VP, Investor Relations
(630) 743-2566
jdickens@dovercorp.com

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FAQ

What are the key features of Metcal's new PT4 Series Circuit Board Preheaters?

The PT4 Series features four independent temperature zones, Resistive Radiant Heat Technology with ceramic plate heating, real-time temperature monitoring, and programmable profiles for precise thermal control.

How does the PT4 Series Preheater's heat distribution system work?

It uses Resistive Radiant Heat Technology where a ceramic plate radiates heat through a tempered glass surface, providing uniform heat distribution and eliminating hot spots.

What industries can benefit from Metcal's new PT4 Series Preheaters?

The preheaters are designed for electronics manufacturers in various sectors, including mobile phones, personal electronics, military and aerospace technologies, and medical devices.

What temperature control features does the Metcal PT4 Series offer?

The PT4 Series offers external thermocouple monitoring, real-time heat level adjustments, and programmable temperature profiles tailored to specific circuit board requirements.
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