BTU
Pyramax 98
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The BTU Pyramax 98 is a forced convection lead-free reflow oven. The BTU Pyramax 98 has up to 7 heated zones. The BTU Pyramax 98 has a 350°C maximum operating temperature.[1][2]
How it works
The BTU Pyramax 98 uses forced impingement convection technology and Closed Loop Convection Control. The BTU Pyramax 98 has 7 heated zones on the top and 7 heated zones on the bottom. The BTU Pyramax 98 has 1 cooling zone on the top and 1 cooling zone on the bottom. The BTU Pyramax 98 has a heated length of 98 in and a cooling length of 28 in. The BTU Pyramax 98 has a maximum operating temperature of 350°C. The BTU Pyramax 98 uses Porcupine II heating elements.[1]
The BTU Pyramax 98 transports product with a combination pin-chain and center-board-support conveyor. The BTU Pyramax 98 supports conveyor speeds from 10 to 60 in/min, or 25 to 152 cm/min. The BTU Pyramax 98 supports conveyor widths from 2 to 18 in, or 51 to 457 mm. The BTU Pyramax 98 also offers a 24-inch processing capability.[1][4]
Applications
The BTU Pyramax 98 is intended for lead-free operation. The BTU Pyramax 98 supports air processing and nitrogen processing. The BTU Pyramax 98 includes options such as flat flex or fine mesh conveyor belts, automatic width adjust, atmosphere sampling, smart product tracking, and belt and rail conveyors.[1]
Why won't it start?
Documented failure modes, common issues, and field considerations.
- Non-operational
What do the numbers mean?
Power & electrical2
Control & software1
Dimensions & facilities5
Configuration & options17
- Non-operational[3]
Vintage & configurations
Documented models & variants
| Designation | Generation | Vintage | Changes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pyramax 98A | — | — | Listed as a variant with forced convection lead-free reflow oven; exact differences not specified. | pmtech.co.uk[4] |
What replaced it?
Alternatives
Tools documented as functional equivalents — same process step and wafer size, from a different manufacturer. Each equivalence cites its source.
- Heller 1913 MKIII— Same function class: Thermal / Diffusion, nullCompare in depthsource[5]
What does it need to run?
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Field notes
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Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum operating temperature of the BTU Pyramax 98?
The BTU Pyramax 98 has a maximum operating temperature of 350°C.[1]
How many heated and cooling zones does the BTU Pyramax 98 have?
The BTU Pyramax 98 has 7 heated zones on the top and 7 heated zones on the bottom. The BTU Pyramax 98 has 1 cooling zone on the top and 1 cooling zone on the bottom.[1]
What control software does the BTU Pyramax 98 use?
The BTU Pyramax 98 uses WINCON control software.[1]
Not publicly documented
The following facts about the Pyramax 98 are absent from this record as of this revision. First-hand knowledge or a citation closes a gap; every submission is reviewed before publication.
No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Pyramax 98 are on record.
Answerable by: OEM historical records or a trade-press announcement
The control-system platform and OS era of the Pyramax 98 are not on record.
Answerable by: an engineer who operated it or OEM installation records
The process node or technology generation of the Pyramax 98 is not on record.
Answerable by: an OEM datasheet or a fab qualification report
No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the Pyramax 98 are on record.
Answerable by: an OEM parts catalog or a service engineer
No publicly hosted manuals, SOPs, or datasheets for the Pyramax 98 are on record.
Answerable by: university cleanroom staff or an OEM application specialist
Sources & citations
Sources (6)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]islandsmt.com — islandsmt.comislandsmt.com
- [2]waferpedia.com — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
- [3]inventory listing
- [4]pmtech.co.uk — pmtech.co.ukpmtech.co.uk
- [5]hellerindustries.comhellerindustries.com
- [6]Pyramax 98 — BTU | Specs, Sourcing & Service | Waferpedia — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
Last updated Oct 19, 2026.
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