cheap solution for bga rework?

[Learn2Day]

Hi guys,

I'm really tired of relying on my friends re-ball workstation, having to travel 2h and pay 40€ to do these jobs..

As I was reading unique thread on his re-ball jobs, I read about is cheaper solution using a hot air station with bga nozzle on top and a irda table to provide heat underneath, and I was wondering, could it be a even cheaper, yet, stable solution for a temporary BGA station until I get the money for the real deal?

I googled a bit and found some simultaneous amazing and scary solutions for home made BGA stations. From using a electric stove plate, to using 250W IR light bulbs, etc.. Scary because I believe it's too much heat and probably damaging for other components.
The one it looked safest to me was one with a modified halogen stove.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTAU647jzzk

Well, I have a hot air station, and my question is, do you guys have any ideas/recommendations for me for a cheap solution to apply heat underneath and do re-ball jobs until I get money for the real deal?

Thanks.

[Learn2Day]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

I found bgamods.com forum, but they have such complete jobs and so much diversity it makes it even more difficult to find a simple solution..

[Agent24]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

If you want a cheap bottom heater you will have to use something like what you just mentioned, otherwise buy a proper one.

But you won't overheat anything IF you have a good thermocouple and control system for whatever you are using as a heater.

[Th3_uN1Qu3]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

A lot of people say the Puhui T-8280 preheater is a decent tool for the price.

[Learn2Day]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

A lot of people say the Puhui T-8280 preheater is a decent tool for the price.

+200€ is a bit out of my range.. What do you guys think about this one?
http://saomamededeinfesta.olx.pt/bas...-iid-453380095
Website is Portuguese, here's a quick translation of it's description:

characteristics:

- Real-time display of temperature;
- Digital temperature setting in increments of 1 ° C;
- With easily adjustable brackets that hold the plate above the heating surface;
- Infrared heater;
- The heater surface: 13cm x 13cm;
- Temperature: 0 ° C - 400 ° C;
- Dimensions: 220 x 250mm

Thanks.

[Th3_uN1Qu3]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

13x13cm is not going to be enough for all boards, but should do for most laptops. For that price you cannot complain.

[Learn2Day]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

Thanks, I think I'll risk it.
BTW, I'm also thinking in investing in a EZP2010 BIOS programmer, I can get them in 24h for about 40€.. My question is, will this be compatible with most laptop BIOS from 2008 till now?

Thanks.

[ktmmotocross]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

or u can do it yourself buying irheater for 30e,2 controllers for 30e and heatplate

[Learn2Day]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

Can you please post links of what I need to buy?

Thanks.

[sparker1]

Re: cheap solution for bga rework?

There are used ones here http://www.alibaba.com/showroom/used...k-station.html but no prices. I've asked for a price on the Puhui preheater, just to get an idea, and I'll let you know what they say.