Direct Replacement for TSUTSUMI Robots: Precision dimensions match original TSUTSUMI automatic soldering machine specifications.
Oxygen-Free Copper Core: Provides superior thermal conductivity for fast heat-up and consistent temperature recovery.
Multi-Layer Plating System: Chrome plating prevents tin creep; nickel plating provides rust and corrosion resistance.
Precision Dimensions: 11.5mm outer diameter, 90mm total length – engineered for TSUTSUMI robotic arms and automatic tip changers.
Bulk & Custom Options: Volume discounts available. Custom tip geometries, plating specifications, or lengths offered for qualified buyers.
Material & Engineering Design
Each TSUTSUMI automatic soldering tip starts with an oxygen-free copper core – chosen for its exceptional thermal conductivity, which ensures rapid heat transfer from the heater to the solder joint. The tip then receives a multi-layer plating system: a uniform iron layer for wear resistance, nickel plating for rust and corrosion protection, and an outer chrome plating layer that prevents tin creep along the barrel. The 11.5mm outer diameter is precision-machined to fit TSUTSUMI heating elements securely, while the 90mm total length provides adequate reach for automated PCB soldering without interfering with robotic movement. This combination of materials delivers long life even under continuous, high-volume operation.
Application Scenarios on Your Automated Production Floor
These tips are designed for TSUTSUMI automatic soldering machines and robotic soldering systems used in:
High-volume PCB assembly (consumer electronics, mobile device boards, wearables)
Automotive electronics manufacturing requiring repeatable joint quality
Industrial control and power supply production with mixed through-hole and SMT components
Contract manufacturing (EMS) seeking reliable, cost-effective consumables for Japanese robotic soldering systems
Selective soldering processes for connectors and large pins
The 11.5mm diameter provides sufficient thermal mass for continuous soldering on multi-layer boards, while the 90mm length allows the robotic arm to access components in dense assemblies. The chrome plating ensures the tip barrel remains free of solder creep – a common issue that can interfere with automatic tip changers and robotic positioning.
Product Value for Your Business (Cost, Consistency, Customization)
As a direct soldering tip manufacturer, we deliver three measurable advantages for your TSUTSUMI automated production lines:
Lower consumable cost: Factory-direct pricing eliminates branded markups. Typical savings of 30–50% compared to original TSUTSUMI tips. When running multiple robots in 24/7 operations, this adds significant annual savings.
Batch-to-batch consistency: Every production lot uses identical oxygen-free copper purity, plating thickness, and dimensional tolerances (±0.05mm). No unexpected thermal drift, poor wetting, or early tip failure that disrupts automated soldering programs.
Customization without proprietary constraints: Need a modified tip shape, a different length for a specific PCB, or a specialized plating for aggressive flux? We produce custom TSUTSUMI automatic soldering machine tips based on your drawings. Minimum order quantities apply.
For procurement and automation engineering teams, this means predictable quality, lower total cost of ownership, a reliable second source for critical consumables, and the flexibility to optimize tip geometry for specific products.
What materials are used in these TSUTSUMI automatic soldering tips?
We use oxygen-free copper cores for maximum thermal conductivity, with a multi-layer plating system: iron (wear resistance), nickel (corrosion protection), and chrome (tin creep prevention). This combination delivers long life under continuous automated operation.
Do you offer custom tip shapes, lengths, or plating specifications?
Yes. As a custom soldering tip manufacturer, we can modify tip geometry (chisel, conical, knife, offset, gull-wing), total length, outer diameter, or plating thickness for aggressive flux environments. Provide a drawing, original sample, or intended application – our engineering team will advise. Custom orders require minimum quantity – contact our sales team.
What are the exact dimensions? Will these fit my TSUTSUMI automatic soldering machine?
Outer diameter: 11.5mm. Total length: 90mm. Our soldering tip is compatible with TSUTSUMI automatic soldering machines and robotic systems that accept standard TSUTSUMI series cartridges. Confirm your machine’s heater bore size before ordering. Contact us for compatibility verification.
How does service life compare to original TSUTSUMI tips in automated use?
Under identical automated soldering conditions (350°C, continuous operation, proper tinning cycles), our oxygen-free copper tips with multi-layer plating deliver comparable or longer life – typically 20,000 to 30,000 solder joints depending on tip shape, solder type, and flux chemistry. The chrome plating also extends life by preventing tin creep. We recommend a side-by-side trial on your automated line to verify performance.
How should we maintain these tips on TSUTSUMI automatic soldering machines?
Program automatic tip tinning cycles during idle periods (e.g., every 30-60 minutes)
Use automatic tip cleaners (brass wire or ceramic sponge) as part of your robot's routine
Avoid aggressive halide fluxes – they accelerate plating wear
Replace immediately if the tip becomes pitted, deformed, or cannot wet properly
Store unused tips in a dry, anti-static container to prevent oxidation
For 24/7 operations, schedule weekly tip inspections and replace in sets to maintain consistent joint quality
The chrome plating reduces tin creep, but periodic cleaning of the tip barrel is still recommended for automatic tip changer compatibility
We supply detailed maintenance guides and recommended robot parameters with bulk orders. For high-volume EMS customers using TSUTSUMI robots, we also offer just-in-time delivery programs and custom packaging for automatic tip changers.
