Aqua Scrub Flux Management The new benchmark in solder paste flux remediation
BTU’s Aqua Scrub flux management technology sets the new benchmark in solder paste flux remediation. The patent pending technology utilizes atmosphere scrubbing action via an aqueous-based rinse solution. The system continuously extracts flux-laden oven atmosphere from the reflow oven process chamber which is then passed through the Aqua Scrub system removing flux and returning clean atmosphere back to the reflow oven chamber. The system can be easily retrofit on to existing reflow ovens in the field due to its stand-alone design and small footprint. The system is compatible with all common solder pastes such as no clean, water soluble and RMA flux chemistries.
Key Features
- On-the-fly operation
- Fully automatic operation
- Aqueous-based scrubbing solution
- Simple waste management
- Little or no exposure to captured flux solution
Options
- Maintenance kit
- Spare parts kit
- Health Check program
- Spare waste carboy
Operating costs of the system are dramatically lower than traditional condensation type designs. There are no heat exchangers to maintain or clean – reducing labor costs and eliminating replacement parts and consumable filters. Fully automatic operation minimizes operator intervention, and eliminates the potential for errors.
A comprehensive user interface via BTU’s WINCON™ control software provides appropriate system feedback and recipe management of the Aqua Scrub system functions.
Aqua Scrub Flux Management Operation
Aqua Scrub was the winner of five industry awards for innovation in 2019
NPI
em asia 2019
vision awards 2019
Mexico 2019
Aqua Scrub Reflow Oven Flux Management System Overview with Rob DiMatteo
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BTU is committed to helping manufacturers achieve their production and sustainability goals. By optimizing energy use, minimizing waste, and reducing downtime, our technologies support a lower total cost of ownership and a smaller environmental footprint.
From global OEMs to local contract manufacturers, BTU customers are leveraging these innovations to reduce costs and meet corporate sustainability targets. In many cases, budget is already allocated for energy and environmental improvements—making upgrades both good business and good citizenship.
Whether you're trying to improve your bottom line—or meet aggressive ESG targets—BTU’s platform of smart features makes it easy to do both.
Reduce running costs and energy waste.
Our EnergyPilot software automatically lowers power and process gas consumption during production gaps—cutting operating costs while maintaining peak performance. It’s an easy way to improve sustainability without sacrificing throughput.
Lower peak energy demand. Run smarter.
Smart Power dynamically limits your oven’s total power draw, reducing the connected load and helping you meet facility-level energy caps. It enables faster start-up and response—even when operating under power restrictions.
Efficient flux management with less waste.
Aqua Scrub neutralizes flux residue using a closed-loop, aqueous-based system—reducing emissions and maintenance while extending uptime. It supports a cleaner process with lower water usage and fewer disposables.
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