SEPARO

The “SEPARO” slag separator was developed to isolate the oxides that inevitably form during wave soldering or in a tin bath. It separately releases the alloy on one side in the form of ingots and the oxides intended for removal.

The system works with both lead and lead-free alloys.

The SEPARO exploits the differences in density of materials. Indeed, the alloy (heavier) is deposited on the bottom of the SEPARO tank by passing through an appropriate metal filter, this one retaining the oxides or slag which are lighter floating on the surface of the molten assembly.

The tin is then collected in ingot molds via the machine’s drain valve and can be reused again.

The processing capacity of SEPARO is of 10 to 15 kg of alloy. This can be introduced into the machine either in fusion or at room temperature.

The duration of a cycle is around 30 to 40 minutes.

The absence of added chemicals ensures the purity and reuse of the alloy.

The use of a single SEPARO in a line comprising a wave or selective wave machine allows a very rapid ROI.

Some advantages:

Recovery of 40 to 70% of purified alloy

Complies with environmental quality standards

Quick return on investment

Example of ROI calculation

Price of the Sn / Cu bar alloy = 55 € / kg

SEPARO price: € 2,400 approx.

Price of SEPARO in kg equivalent of alloy = 2400/55 = 44 kg

Quantity of alloy to be treated to make the investment profitable:

With a 40% recovery rate: 44 kg / 0.4 = 110 kg

With a 70% recovery rate: 44 kg / 0.7 = 63 kg