KIC start - KICstart Temperature Triggers; Profile Start and End Triggers

KICstart Version 1.1.0.x
KICstart User Manual 19
KICstart Temperature Triggers
The KICstart software uses temperature triggers for the KICstart profiler to determine when the profile is
started, and when it ends. The use of temperature triggers makes it so that the user does not have to worry
about starting the profile a specific point or time. Instead the profile is started at the same temperature and
ends at the same temperature each time you profile, making the profile data collection process consistent.
The default temperature triggers are as follows for each respective Application type:
Wave Solder-Wave On
Profile start 33ºC/92ºF
Mid trigger 110ºC/230ºF
Profile end 90ºC/194ºF
The default trigger values should be fine for most processes. The Profile start-trigger is determined by the
Maximum Product Temperature at Start of Profile setting in the Global Preferences screen. The start
trigger value is always 2ºC above this value.
In the event that the mid-trigger, or end trigger values need to be changed, or you feel that you are
experiencing a problem related to temperature triggers please contact KIC Technical support,
tech@kicmail.com
.
KICstart Profile Download
While the KICstart profiler is profiling, it stores the profile data in its on board memory. Once the
KICstart detects that all of the thermocouples have cooled below the profile-end trigger value, it will begin
downloading the profile data. Connect the KICstart communication cable to the KICstart and the
download will begin automatically.
The KICstart profiler will be hot to the touch. Use gloves if necessary to avoid burn injuries while
connecting the communication cable.
When downloading begins, the KICstart will send the profile in data packets. The downloading status is
displayed at the bottom of the profile screen.
When all of the data packets have been received, the software will display a message asking you to turn the
KICstart off, choose OK. Failing to turn the KICstart off will drain the battery
.
Next, the KICstart software will present the profile and statistics.
Wave Solder-Wave Off
Profile start 33ºC/92ºF
Mid trigger 130C/266F
Profile end 110C/230F
Semiconductor
Profile start 33ºC/92ºF
Mid trigger 130ºC/266ºF
Profile end 110ºC/230ºF
Solder Reflow
Profile start 33ºC/92ºF
Mid trigger 130ºC/266ºF
Profile end 110ºC/230ºF
Cure
Profile start 33ºC/92ºF
Mid trigger 100ºC/212ºF
Profile end 80ºC/176ºF