SMD machines assembling a PCB in a modern SMT production line

Efficient PCB Cleaning for
High-Quality SMT Production

Efficient PCB Cleaning for High-Quality
SMT Production

In modern electronics manufacturing, reliable PCB cleaning is essential to ensure quality, process stability, and long-term product reliability. Residues from flux, solder paste, adhesives or contaminants can negatively affect the performance of assembled PCBs and production tools. Our professional SMT-cleaning solutions and cleaning equipment deliver consistent cleanliness, prevent failures, and reduce expensive rework – helping you improve product quality while lowering operating costs.

As electronic assemblies become more complex, the demand for effective circuit board cleaning continues to rise. Fine structures, dense component placement, and no-clean processes require dependable and precise cleaning systems. Even minimal contamination can lead to malfunctions over time. Whether you need PCBA cleaning, stencil cleaning, or cleaning of reflow oven heat sinks and soldering fixtures, our cleaning machines offer the right solution for every task in SMT production. Our sustainable systems support you in running an efficient, environmentally friendly and stable SMT cleaning process.

Why Professional PCB Cleaning Matters in SMT Production:

Application areas of conformal coating: aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, medical technology and e-mobility
  • Higher product quality: Removing flux, paste and adhesive residues prevents corrosion, leakage currents, and functional failures.

  • Cost savings: Automated SMT cleaning reduces manual labor and extends the lifetime of stencils, tools, and fixtures.

  • Compliance with standards: Clean PCBAs are essential for meeting IPC standards and customer-specific requirements.

  • Lower defect rates: Consistent cleanliness reduces scrap and minimizes costly rework.

  • Environmentally friendly: Closed-loop systems with water-based chemistry reduce chemical use and wastewater.

Application areas of conformal coating: aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, medical technology and e-mobility

Application Areas: The Right SMT-Cleaning Solution for Each Process

  • PCBA Cleaning: Cleaning assembled PCBs (PCBAs) ensures long-term reliability and stable electrical performance. Removing flux, solder paste and adhesive residues prevents corrosion, leakage currents and defects. Reliable results for high-quality assemblies.
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  • Stencil Cleaning: Clean SMT stencils are essential for accurate printing. Residues from solder paste or SMT adhesive can block apertures, damage stencil surfaces and cause print defects. Ensures consistent print quality and process stability.
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  • Maintenance & Tool Cleaning: Maintenance jigs, solder frames, reflow oven parts and production tools need regular cleaning to avoid performance degradation. Removing flux, oils, grease and baked-on residues extends service life and prevents unplanned downtime.
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Automated Cleaning Machines for SMT Production

Our portfolio includes solutions for every cleaning requirement in electronics manufacturing. Each system uses specialized cleaning technology and offers unique advantages.

K3000L – High-Pressure Stencil Cleaning Machine

K3000L high-pressure stencil cleaning machine for SMT lines

A powerful stencil cleaning solution for large stencils and squeegees. The K3000L uses a vertical high-pressure spray system to remove organic and inorganic residues – ideal for demanding SMT lines. Cleaning, rinsing and drying are fully automated in a closed 3-in-1 cycle.

Key advantages:

  • Vertical cleaning system: Powerful high-pressure cleaning in vertical movement – reliably removes organic and inorganic residues from stencil frames.

  • Complete coverage: Dual nozzle rows at the front and rear ensure full surface coverage.

  • Fast drying: A hot-air knife enables fast and residue-free drying.

  • Easy operation: Touchscreen control with programmable cleaning cycles.

K3000L high-pressure stencil cleaning machine for SMT lines
K2000 pneumatic stencil cleaning machine for SMT production

K2000 – Pneumatic Stencil Cleaning System

K2000 pneumatic stencil cleaning machine for SMT production

The K2000 cleans SMT stencils using a rotating spray arm for efficient and uniform cleaning. A pneumatic membrane pump ensures stable and strong cleaning performance.

Key advantages:

  • Complete coverage: Dual nozzle rows at the front and rear ensure full surface coverage.

  • Adjustable high pressure: Pneumatic diaphragm pump with adjustable spray pressure – easily adapts to different cleaning requirements.

  • Intelligent chemical protection: Residues in the lines are actively removed – ensuring lower consumption and more sustainable processes.

  • High-quality stainless-steel design: Durable and chemical-resistant construction for long machine life.

E600 – Flexible PCBA Cleaning Machine

E600 batch PCB cleaning machine for assembled circuit boards

The E600 is a compact cleaning system for PCBA, fixtures for assembled PCBs, optical parts, and mechanical components, ideal for small and medium production volumes. With two independent liquid circuits, it ensures maximum process reliability and minimal media consumption.

Key advantages:

  • Compact 3-in-1 solution: Cleaning, rinsing and drying in a single chamber.

  • Complete coverage: Asymmetrically arranged nozzles at the top, middle and bottom ensure full surface coverage.

  • Fast drying: A hot-air knife enables fast and residue-free drying.

  • Easy operation: Touchscreen control with programmable cleaning cycles.

E600 batch PCB cleaning machine for assembled circuit boards
D1000 automatic PCB cleaning machine for large maintenance parts

D1000 – Rotational Cleaning for Maintenance Parts

D1000 automatic PCB cleaning machine for large maintenance parts

The D1000 is perfectly suited for large mechanical parts such as magazine racks, soldering pallets, reflow oven heat sinks, and filters. Thanks to its spacious cleaning chamber, up to 32 pallets with a standard size of 400 mm x 400 mm can be cleaned simultaneously per cycle.

Key advantages:

  • Compact 3-in-1 solution: Cleaning, rinsing and drying in a single chamber.

  • Complete coverage: Asymmetrically arranged nozzles at the top, middle and bottom ensure full surface coverage.

  • Fast drying: A hot-air knife enables fast and residue-free drying.

  • Intelligent chemical protection: Residues in the lines are actively removed – ensuring lower consumption and more sustainable processes.

D500 – Ultrasonic PCB Cleaner for Mechanical Parts

D500 ultrasonic PCB cleaning machine with dual tanks

The D500 is a powerful ultrasonic bath designed for thorough and gentle cleaning of machine parts, reflow oven filters, and fixtures for assembled PCBs.
With ultrasonic transducers integrated into the bottom and side walls, the D500 generates 3-dimensional ultrasonic waves that ensure optimal distribution of cleaning energy. This allows the cleaning fluid to penetrate even the finest structures and narrow gaps – ideal for delicate components with fine-pitch geometries.

Key advantages:

  • Air-bubble technology: Airflow through the cleaning medium improves thorough removal of residues.

  • Cost-effective & eco-friendly: Water-based chemistry reduces operating costs and minimizes environmental impact.

  • High-quality stainless-steel design: Durable and chemical-resistant construction for long machine life.

  • Easy operation: Touchscreen control with programmable cleaning cycles.

D500 ultrasonic PCB cleaning machine with dual tanks
D300 ultrasonic PCB cleaner for SMT production

D300 – Compact Ultrasonic Cleaning Machine

D300 ultrasonic PCB cleaner for SMT production

The D300 was specifically engineered for the efficient cleaning of mechanical parts such as fixtures for assembled PCBs. Its compact design combined with powerful ultrasonic technology ensures thorough and gentle removal of residues – even in complex geometries and hard-to-reach areas.

Key advantages:

  • Advanced ultrasonic technology: 3-dimensional ultrasonic waves ensure optimal cleaning performance.

  • Space-saving design: Compact but powerful – ideal for production areas with limited space.

  • Cost-effective & eco-friendly: Water-based chemistry reduces operating costs and minimizes environmental impact.

  • High-quality stainless-steel design: Durable and chemical-resistant construction for long machine life.

BNC-8000 – Nozzle Cleaner for Maximum Process Reliability

BNC-8000 SMT nozzle cleaning machine

The BNC-8000 nozzle cleaner processes up to 30 SMT nozzles simultaneously in just 5 minutes – without any chemicals, using only deionized water and compressed air. A multi-stage cleaning and drying process cleans the nozzles thoroughly from all sides, including internal channels.
The result: consistent placement accuracy, fewer failures, and stable production quality.

Key advantages:

  • Maximum process reliability: Prevents component drops and misplacements by ensuring clean SMT nozzles.

  • Space-saving design: Compact but powerful – ideal for production areas with limited space.

  • Long-term reliability: Reduced wear and lower maintenance needs thanks to effective cleaning.

  • Quality assurance: Precise cleaning ensures stable placement accuracy and reduces defects.

BNC-8000 SMT nozzle cleaning machine

Our Key Concepts: Innovation for Your SMT Production

Our Key Concepts: Innovation for
Your SMT Production

Precise Cleaning Technology

  • Ultrasonic technology and high-pressure spraying ensure thorough cleaning for fine-pitch layouts, BGA, and QFN.
  • Targeted cleaning reaches under components and into narrow gaps.
  • Residue-free results even on densely populated assemblies and sensitive components.
  • Validated processes ensure reproducible quality at the highest level.

High-Quality & Process-Secure

  • Consistent media quality ensured by integrated filtration systems and chemical management.
  • Comprehensive process control via touchscreen PLC, optionally with traceability.
  • Documentation of all cleaning steps for reproducible quality and full transparency.
  • Reproducible results minimize scrap and ensure stable SMT processes regardless of production volume.

Intuitive Operation

  • The intuitive touchscreen interface is immediately understandable, even for new operators.
  • Minimal training effort enables time-saving onboarding.
  • Preconfigured programs allow a quick start without manual adjustments.
  • Real-time process visualization provides full control throughout the entire cleaning cycle.

Sustainability in Focus

  • Long-lasting PCBA cleaning reduces material wear and lowers disposal effort.
  • Closed-loop systems enable reuse of cleaning and rinsing media – reducing waste and consumption.
  • Stainless steel construction ensures durability and chemical resistance.
  • Long-term cost savings combined with reduced environmental impact – a clear advantage for production.

Precise Cleaning Technology

  • Ultrasonic technology and high-pressure spraying ensure thorough cleaning for fine-pitch layouts, BGA, and QFN.
  • Targeted cleaning reaches under components and into narrow gaps.
  • Residue-free results even on densely populated assemblies and sensitive components.
  • Validated processes ensure reproducible quality at the highest level.

High-Quality & Process-Secure

  • Consistent media quality ensured by integrated filtration systems and chemical management.
  • Comprehensive process control via touchscreen PLC, optionally with traceability.
  • Documentation of all cleaning steps for reproducible quality and full transparency.
  • Reproducible results minimize scrap and ensure stable SMT processes regardless of production volume.

Intuitive Operation

  • The intuitive touchscreen interface is immediately understandable, even for new operators.
  • Minimal training effort enables time-saving onboarding.
  • Preconfigured programs allow a quick start without manual adjustments.
  • Real-time process visualization provides full control throughout the entire cleaning cycle.

Sustainability in Focus

  • Long-lasting PCBA cleaning reduces material wear and lowers disposal effort.
  • Closed-loop systems enable reuse of cleaning and rinsing media – reducing waste and consumption.
  • Stainless steel construction ensures durability and chemical resistance.
  • Long-term cost savings combined with reduced environmental impact – a clear advantage for production.

Cleaning as a Success Factor for Reliable Conformal Coating Results

Fully automated OMO Full Line for SMT conformal coating with 25 to 30 pallets

Thorough PCBA cleaning is essential for stable and durable conformal coating processes in SMT production. Clean assemblies ensure strong coating adhesion, minimize failures, and increase long-term reliability.

Benefits at a Glance:

  • Clean surfaces for optimal coating adhesion.

  • Prevention of blistering and delamination.

  • Higher reliability under environmental stress.

  • Reduced rework and lower defect rates.

Learn more about our conformal coating solutions – perfectly matched to your SMT cleaning needs.
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Fully automated OMO Full Line for SMT conformal coating with 25 to 30 pallets

Your SMT Production in Focus: Our Turnkey Solutions

Your SMT production deserves the optimal combination of efficiency, precision, and quality. Our turnkey SMT lines provide fully integrated solutions with perfectly synchronized machines and cutting-edge technologies to ensure maximum performance and process reliability.

  • SMT printers: Accurate solder paste deposition for highly reliable solder joints.

  • Pick and Place Machines: Component placement with maximum precision and speed.

  • Reflow ovens: Outstanding soldering quality with vacuum, nitrogen, or convection technology – supported by advanced temperature profiling.

  • SPI/AOI systems: Automated inspection for defect-free results and continuous process control.

  • Handling Systems: Seamless material flow to ensure efficient SMT line operation.

  • Industry 4.0: Automation and traceability software, including closed-loop feedback between critical process steps to ensure consistent quality and transparency.

Discover more about our complete SMT line solutions and get expert advice from our team to find the perfect setup for your production needs.

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