NASE 2 TOOLS NANO REWORK STATION FROM JBC TOOLS

The NASE 2 Tools Nano Rework Station is designed for soldering and replacing very small surface-mount components where accurate hand movement and controlled heat delivery are essential. Rather than serving as a general-purpose, high-power soldering station, it is aimed at detailed electronics work such as PCB repair, prototyping and component replacement under magnification.

Its two-tool arrangement allows the operator to use a Nano Handle for individual solder joints and Nano Tweezers for components that must be heated from two sides. JBC currently describes the station as suitable for soldering and reworking its smallest supported SMD applications.

NT115 Nano Handle and AN115 Nano Tweezers

The NT115 Nano Handle is intended for precise soldering on tightly spaced pads, fine-pitch leads and other areas where a conventional handpiece may feel too large. Its short tip-to-grip distance can provide better control under a microscope because the operator’s fingers remain closer to the working point.

The AN115 Adjustable Nano Tweezers are more suitable for two-terminal components such as small resistors, capacitors and similar chip packages. Heating both sides at the same time can make component removal easier and reduce the need to alternate between terminals. The tweezers can also help with positioning and soldering a replacement component when used with the station’s pedal-controlled workflow.

Temperature Profiles for Controlled Component Heating

Temperature Dynamic Profiles allow the station to raise or change the tool temperature according to a predefined sequence instead of applying the full working temperature immediately. This is particularly relevant when working with ceramic chip components, including multilayer ceramic capacitors, because sudden temperature changes may place thermal stress on the component.

The profile system is intended to create a more gradual and repeatable heating process. Although the article compares this with heating in a reflow oven, the station does not replace a complete reflow process. It applies controlled heat through the soldering tool to a specific component or joint rather than heating an entire assembled board.

Profile settings can also improve process consistency when technicians repeatedly work on the same component type. The article states that up to 25 profiles can be stored, although users should confirm the available profile capacity for their exact station generation and firmware.

Multilingual Controls and Station Configuration

The configurable interface makes the station easier to use in workshops where operators speak different languages. Menu access is especially useful because many of the station’s functions—including temperature limits, profiles, tool settings and peripheral controls—are managed through the control unit rather than through separate physical controls.

A multilingual menu does not change soldering performance, but it can reduce configuration mistakes and make training more straightforward. JBC’s NASE-C manual confirms that station and tool parameters can be accessed through the interface, along with counters, peripheral settings and language selection.

C115 Cartridges for Different Soldering Tasks

Both the NT115 Handle and AN115 Tweezers use cartridges from JBC’s C115 range. This gives users a choice of tip shapes for different component sizes, pad layouts and access conditions. JBC lists conical, chisel, bent, knife and other cartridge styles within the compatible range.

Selecting the correct cartridge is as important as selecting the temperature. A tip that is too small may transfer heat inefficiently, while an oversized tip may touch nearby components or pads. Operators should therefore match the tip geometry and thermal capacity to the joint rather than relying on a higher temperature to compensate for an unsuitable cartridge.

Temperature Range and Process Control

The station provides a selectable operating range of 90°C to 450°C, or approximately 190°F to 840°F. JBC’s current specifications also list a peak output of 14 watts per connected tool.

The highest available temperature will not be appropriate for every soldering task. The correct setting depends on factors such as solder alloy, component sensitivity, pad size, tip shape and how effectively heat moves into the joint. In most cases, controlled heat transfer and suitable tip contact are more important than simply selecting a high temperature.

Sleep, Hibernation and Temperature Restrictions

Sleep and Hibernation modes reduce unnecessary heat exposure while a tool is resting in its holder. Lowering the tip temperature during inactive periods can help limit oxidation, preserve tip condition and reduce the amount of time the station operates at full working temperature.

Minimum and maximum temperature limits can prevent operators from selecting settings outside an approved process range. This is useful in shared workshops, training environments and production areas where soldering conditions need to remain consistent.

The three editable temperature levels provide faster switching between common settings. An operator could, for example, prepare separate levels for light solder joints, joints with greater thermal demand and temperature-sensitive work without manually entering a new value each time.

Soldering Graphics and Traceability

Real-time soldering graphics show changes in tip temperature and the power being delivered during joint formation. These readings can help an experienced operator determine whether a tip is losing too much heat, whether the cartridge is suitable or whether the soldering process needs adjustment.

The information may also support process documentation and troubleshooting. JBC’s manual states that soldering data can be exported in CSV format through a USB connection, while the station supports PC communication, software updates and remote-control functions.

PIN Protection for Shared Workstations

PIN protection helps prevent unauthorized changes to station settings. This can be valuable where several operators use the same equipment but only a supervisor or process engineer should be able to change temperature limits, profiles or other controlled parameters.

The feature does not prevent incorrect soldering technique, but it can protect an approved configuration from accidental modification and support more repeatable working conditions.

Pedal Control for Nano Tweezers

A connected pedal allows the operator to control the Nano Tweezers while keeping both hands available for component positioning and tool movement. During component replacement, the pedal can be used while holding the component over prepared pads and applying heat through the tweezers.

The pedal should be connected to the same station port as the Nano Tweezers. The article identifies the pedal as reference P-005, but JBC’s official NASE-C manual lists the compatible pedal as P-405. Users should verify the correct accessory reference for their station version before ordering or connecting a pedal.

Practical Requirements for Accurate Nano Rework

Effective use of the NASE station requires more than selecting a temperature. The operator should use the correct C115 cartridge, maintain clean and tinned tips, secure the board properly and work in an ESD-controlled environment when handling sensitive electronic components.

A microscope is not technically required for every task, but it may be necessary when working with miniature SMD packages or densely populated boards. Appropriate fume extraction should also be considered, particularly during repeated soldering and rework operations. The station includes connectivity for compatible JBC fume-extraction equipment as well as robot or remote-control applications.

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