ZT-3 AirPick™ Premium Vacuum Handling System, SMD, Tiny Parts, 0210, Microscopic
Small Parts & Chips Vacuum Suction Lifting

 

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AIRPICK ZT-3-MIL
Premium SMD, BGA, Wafer & Tiny Component Vacuum Lifting & Handling System! 24 Years on the Market!
"The ZT-3 AirPick is "used to lift the surface mounted devices evenly during rework, 
minimizing chances of a lifted trace or pad."  -- NASA Report Jan 9, 2004

Vacuum Pen, ESD-Suction, Microscope, Vacuum Lifting, Internal Pump, Vacuum System
Helping Technicians at Their Benches for Over 22 Years!  TM

 

The ZT-3 AirPick is your all-purpose vacuum handling system for miniature SMD’s, BGA's, µBGA's including tiny 0201’s, 0402’s, 0603’s and 0805’s and ideal at handling semiconductors, wafers and small, flat surfaced objects like plain and siliconized cover slides, plastic and glass slides. And the ZT-3 is the ideal tool for handling solder spheres during re-balling BGA's.

1 Year Warranty! The ZT-3 has its own internal long-life diaphragm vacuum pump for “continuous vacuum” supply.  ESD-Safe with a 1-year limited warranty!. And in our trademark pyramidal recognizable design!.

 

Perfect Suction! The technical "spec" for is inches of mercury  with  an open air flow of about 2 full liters per minute.

No Buttons to Press! Let's be brutally honest: Nothing is more awkward or complicates lifting and handling tiny parts or chips if one also has an extra step of eye/hand co-ordination with pushing a button or squeezing a bulb to start or release the suction. The ZT-3 eliminates all of that with no need for finger pressure or button pressing! So helpful when working with microscopes. Just so superior  and, of course, this reduces hand and finger fatigue.

Placing and Removing SMD's
ReBalling, BGA, Placing, Solder Spheres
Handling Chips with Delicate Leads
 

The ZT-3-MIL Has So Many Helpful & Uncanny Utilities for Securely Lifting Small & Tiny Parts & Components

Fast Release! ZT-3 releases parts without residual vacuum problems which is a common complaint with vacuum "pens" that don't let go of parts and can require shaking them off. The ZT-3 always releases the chip! The ZT-3 has a lighted power switch, a 3-wire power cord, seven ESD safe suction cups, non-skid rubber feet and a very slim-line, featherweight hand-piece!

Each ZT-3 AirPick is factory calibrated balancing the need for lifting the largest of SMD’s and chips, without excessive suction which can lift pads. This is critically important for those who rework with LowMelt®.

ZT-3-MIL AIRPICK™ VACUUM LIFTING SYSTEM

Description

Price

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SMD Pick-Up, Chip, Pick Up, BGA, Vacuum, Microscope

ZT-3-MIL-120 AIRPICK
Our 120 Volt Model for USA Canada & Mexico
Includes

 ZT-3 Power Base & Vacuum Pen & Pyramid Holder, Plus 7 Metal Probes,
7 ESD-Safe Suction Cups: 1 of 3/32",
2 of 1/8", 2 of 1/4", 1 of 3/8", 1 of 1/2"

$395.00


0201, Microscope, Micro, Micro Soldering, Pick Up

ZT-3-MIL-230 AIRPICK™
Our 120 Volt Model for
Our International Customers
Includes

 ZT-3 Power Base & Vacuum Pen, Pyramid Holder, Plus 7 Metal Probes,
 7 ESD-Safe Suction Cups: 1 of 3/32",
 2 of 1/8", 2 of 1/4", 1 of 3/8", 1 of 1/2"

$395.00


A Centered Holder for the Pencil: Engineered with the technician in mind, the ZT-3Air Pick features a holder integrated right into the center of the design (for right or left handed users) helping protect and extend the life of delicate suction cups during the rigors of work activity. How thoughtful is that? Oh, and Made in the USA.

 

New! Ultra Tiny Vacuum Tips. Zephyrtronics has expanded our line of suction cups to now include our new line of tips for handling microscopic parts. (Scroll down for more info.) The ZT-3 expands utility to even the tiniest parts imaginable. What a great vacuum lifting station this is! See the photos further down on this page.

 
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Self-Contained Pump and Vacuum Supply
Continuous Vacuum Supply
No Awkward Buttons to Manipulate or to Press
No Bulbs to Squeeze
Immediate, Quick & Instant Release Vacuum
Years-Long-Life Diaphragm Pump
Lighted On/Off Red Power Switch
Whisper Quiet Operation
Durable, Yet Lightweight Metal Construction
MIL-Spec Compliant
RoHS Compliant
ESD Safe
Pyramidal Hand-Piece Holder Included (No Extra Charge)
Non-Skid Rubber Feet
New! 7 ESD Suction Cups and Metal Probes Included

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Unique, Handle Holder Integrated Into Center for Right or Left Handed Use. Pyramidal Holder Protects Delicate Suction Cups.

AirPick at 47 Seconds in Video

ZT-3-MIL AIRPICK™ SMD VACUUM LIFTING SYSTEM

Specifications

 Electrical
 Model ZT-3-MIL-120: 120 VAC (USA, Canada & Mexico)
 Model ZT-3-MIL-230: 230 VAC (International)
 Dimensions
 5 1/4" W x 4 3/8" H x 5 1/2" D (13cm x 11cm x  14cm)
 Weight
 3 1/2 Lbs. (1.58 Kilos)
 Vacuum Supply
 Self-Contained, Internal Long Life Diaphragm Pump
 Construction
 Lightweight, Yet Durable Steel (Not Plastic)
 MIL-Spec Compliant and 3-Wire Construction
 Hand-Piece
 Featherweight. Non-Electrical. Air Activated.
 Other
 RoHS Compliant for Lead-Free Applications
 ESD Safe
 Acclaimed Design. Industrial Enamel Baked Paint Finish
 Included
 7 Full Metal Probes & 7 ESD-Safe Suction Cups
 One of 3/32", Two of 1/8", Two of 1/4", One of 3/8" & 1/2"
 Warranty
 One Year Limited Warranty Parts & Labor
     
 

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Continuous Pump-Supplied Vacuum for
Continuous Chip Lifting. Instantaneous Chip Release.
 No Buttons to Mash.

 
 STILL MORE NEW UTILITIES FOR THE ZT-3 AIRPICK™
 

0201, Microscopic, Semiconductor

Ideal Under Microscopes! Small Chip Lifting Tips for 0805’s, 0603’s, 0402’s, 0201’s & 01005’s. See Chart Below for Sizes. Select Tip With OD Smaller Than Chip's X or Y.

New! Extra Small Parts Tips!  We've expanded the utility of the ZT-3 AirPick™ with our new ultra-precision tips for small parts or small component tips for the tiny 0805’s, 0603’s, 0402’s, 0201’s, and 01005’s.

Completely ESD safe, our small component tips are available in “straight,” or “bent” designs. The bent tips provide best visibility for working with electronic chips.

 

The Working End of the Tips are meticulously manufactured and are made with ESD-safe Delrin® providing a smooth and non-scratching "touch" to your small parts and chips.

Working Under Microscopes while handling extra tiny parts just got a lot easier! We recommend the "Bent" Tip for all electronic chip work.

0201, 00101, Microscopic, Microscope, Lift Microscopic, Tiny SMD's, 0201, 01005, 0402, 0603
 

 

Angled/Bent
Tip for Chips
0201's, 00101's, Microsope
   
Calibrated, Balanced Vacuum: 
1.) Ample Vacuum Lifts All SMD's
2.) Won't Lift PCB Pads In Rework

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De-Solder & Lift Chips Without Lifting Pads With LowMelt® De-Solder Wire!

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Re-Balling BGA’s & CSP’s. Excellent Control To Manipulate Solder Spheres

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The ZT-3 Quickly Releases Components Without Residual Vacuum Problems

 
ZT-3-MIL AIRPICK™

Description

Model

Price

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SMD Pick-Up, Chip, Pick Up, BGA, Vacuum, Station

ZT-3-MIL-120 AIRPICK
Our 120 Volt Model for USA, Canada & Mexico
Includes

 ZT-3 Power Base, Vacuum Pen & Hose & Pyramidal Holder Plus  
7  FULL METAL PROBES & 7 ESD SAFE SUCTION CUPS      
(1 of 3/32", 2 of 1/8", 2 of 1/4", 1 of 3/8", 1 of 1/2")

ZT-3-MIL-120

$395.00


SMD Pick-Up, Chip, Pick Up, BGA, Vacuum, 0201 Soldering

ZT-3-MIL-230 AIRPICK
Our 230 Volt Model for International Customers
Includes

 ZT-3 Power Base, Vacuum Pen & Hose & Pyramidal Holder Plus  
7  FULL METAL PROBES & 7 ESD SAFE SUCTION CUPS      
(1 of 3/32", 2 of 1/8", 2 of 1/4", 1 of 3/8", 1 of 1/2")

ZT-3-MIL-230

$395.00


 
ZT-3 SUCTION CUPS & ACCESSORIES

Item

Single

5 Pack

10 Pack

Item

Single

5 Pack

10 Pack

ESD, Vacuum Cup

ZT3-S06

$3.25


ZT3-V06

$14.62


ZT3-X06

$25.00


Suction Cup

ZT3-S05

$3.25


ZT3-V05

$14.62


ZT3-X05

$25.00


3/32” DIA. CUP

3/8” DIA. CUP

Vacuum Cup

ZT3-S03

$3.25


ZT3-V03

$14.62


ZT3-X03

$25.00


 Suction Cups

ZT3-S07

$3.25


ZT3-V07

$14.62


ZT3-X07

$25.00


1/8” DIA. CUP

1/2”  DIA. CUP

Vacuum Tip, Chip, Suction Cup

ZT3-S04

$3.25


ZT3-V04

$14.62


ZT3-X04

$25.00


 Vacuum Hose, Replacement Hose
 

ZT3-002

$16.80


   

1/4” DIA. CUP

ZT-3
Extra Hose

 

EXTRA SMALL COMPONENT DELRIN® TIPS.     Microscopic Precision Fabrication.
Non-Scratch Tips! Static Dissipative and ESD Safe. Working Temperatures  to 212°F (100°C).

Description

Item

Price

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Microscope Work, Vacuum, Lifting, Handling

 

 

 

Microscope Work, Vacuum, Lifting, Handling




Microscope Work, Vacuum, Lifting, Handling

0.010” OD x 0.005” ID

VSC1005-SD

$34.50


0.020” OD x 0.010” ID

VSC2010-SD

$34.50


0.030” OD x 0.020” ID

VSC3020-SD

$34.50


0.040” OD x 0.030” ID

VSC4030-SD

$34.50


0.060” OD x 0.040” ID

VSC6040-SD

$34.50


0.080” OD x 0.060” ID

VSC8060-SD

$34.50


Work with Microscope, Tiny Parts, SMD, Cap

 

Work with Microscope, Tiny Parts, SMD, Cap

 

 

Work with Microscope, Tiny Parts, SMD, Cap

 

 

Work with Microscope, Tiny Parts, SMD, Cap

Bent or Angled Tips (See Illustration in Left Column)

0.008” OD x 0.003” ID

VSC0803-BD

$48.00


        0.010” OD x 0.005” ID VSC1005-BD $34.50


0.020” OD x 0.010” ID

VSC2010-BD

$34.50


0.030” OD x 0.020” ID

VSC3020-BD

$34.50


0.040” OD x 0.030” ID

VSC4030-BD

$34.50


0.060” OD x 0.040” ID

VSC6040-BD

$34.50


0.080” OD x 0.060” ID

VSC8060-BD

$34.50


 
   
   
 

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