Description
ECD WaveRIDER ® – machine quality management for wave soldering
The ECD WaveRIDER ® is an advanced machine quality management (MQM) tool designed specifically for wave soldering systems. Engineered to help electronics manufacturers monitor, measure, and validate key process parameters, WaveRIDER ® NL 2 ensures consistent soldering performance, minimises defects, and supports compliance with industry standards like IPC-J-STD-001.
By simulating a production PCB and capturing critical machine data, WaveRIDER ® delivers the insights you need to maintain peak soldering performance and process control in high-volume environments.
Why Choose WaveRIDER ®?
In wave soldering, variables such as contact time, wave height, parallelism, and preheat temperature can significantly impact product quality. Without reliable machine validation, even small deviations can lead to bridging, cold solder joints, or insufficient wetting. WaveRIDER ® NL 2 eliminates the guesswork by delivering quantitative, repeatable data that helps identify and correct process variations before they become costly problems.
Critical Process Measurements
The WaveRIDER ® NL 2 collects real-time data as it travels through the wave soldering machine, capturing multiple parameters that affect soldering quality:
- Contact time (total and per wave)
- Wave height and parallelism
- Preheat zone temperature profiles
- Conveyor speed accuracy
- Flux penetration and application consistency
All results are analysed through M.O.L.E.® MAP software, which provides trend tracking, pass/fail criteria, reporting, and side-by-side machine comparisons.
Key Features & Benefits
- Inline Machine Validation -Use in actual production conditions without interrupting workflow
- Multi-Parameter Process Measurement -Evaluate wave performance, preheat consistency, and conveyor speed in one run
- Enhanced Process Control -Detect drift, ensure repeatability, and maintain soldering quality
- M.O.L.E.® MAP Software Integration -Analyse trends, generate reports, and maintain traceability
- Supports IPC Compliance – Collect and document performance data to meet industry standards like IPC-J-STD-001
- Improve Yield, Reduce Rework, and Validate Consistency
The WaveRIDER ® NL 2 is ideal for contract manufacturers, OEMs, and process engineers focused on continuous improvement and defect prevention. With its user-friendly setup and comprehensive diagnostics, it helps ensure your wave soldering machine is operating within specification at all times.
Use it for:
- Process validation during setup
- Preventive maintenance routines
- Production line comparisons
- Machine capability studies
- Root cause analysis
Advanced Manufacturing Services are pleased to be the UK distributor for ECD – we have a range of profiling equipment in our demonstration room in Cheshire – please contact us to arrange your demonstration today!
