PACE Hot Air Nozzle Selection Guide

Find the right nozzle for your ST 300, ST 325, or ST 350 system

SMT Rework • BGA • QFP • PLCC • SOIC • Authorized PACE Distributor

What type of SMT rework are you performing?

Select the broad component category you're working with.

Nozzle selection tips

Select the nozzle that matches your component package. The nozzle should be slightly larger than the component body (1–2mm on each side) to ensure even heat distribution without damaging adjacent components.

All nozzles are compatible with ST 300, ST 325, and ST 350 hot air rework systems.

Select your specific package type

Pick the package family that matches your component.

How do I identify my package?

Measure the component body in millimeters. The package family corresponds to its physical size and form factor.

  • BGA — measure the substrate edge-to-edge, then pick the size category that just exceeds it.
  • QFP / BQFP / PLCC — identify by lead count (printed on the part or in the datasheet).
  • SOP / SOIC — pick by lead count; wide-body parts use a different pattern nozzle than standard.

Select nozzle size

Pick the size that just exceeds your component body (1–2mm clearance per side).

Important sizing notes
  • Nozzle dimensions should be 1–2mm larger than component body on each side.
  • For BGA nozzles, choose the size that fully covers the package.
  • Alignment templates are included with BGA nozzle assemblies.

Make your selections to see the recommended nozzle.

Nozzle Specifications

Compatible Systems

This nozzle works with all PACE ST-Series hot-air rework systems.

Setup reminder: All ST 300/325/350 systems require the 4028-0001-P1 Nozzle Adapter. Custom nozzles can be manufactured for special applications — request a quote below.

Need a custom nozzle or volume pricing? Our team can quote any nozzle — listed or not.

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PACE Hot Air Nozzle Overview

PACE offers a comprehensive range of hot-air rework nozzles for the ST 300, ST 325, and ST 350 systems. Series prefixes identify the application: 4028-1xxx single-jet, 4028-2xxx pattern (PLCC/QFP), 4028-3xxx small QFP/TQFP, 4028-4xxx dual-jet (SOIC/SOP), 4028-5xxx BGA.

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BGA Nozzles (4028-5xxx)

Part Number Dimensions Imperial Notes
4028-5501 6mm × 8mm 0.24" × 0.32" Micro BGA
4028-5502 6.55mm × 8mm 0.26" × 0.32" Micro BGA
4028-5010 8.7mm × 8.9mm 0.34" × 0.35" Micro BGA/CSP
4028-5008 10.5mm × 10.5mm 0.41" × 0.41" Small CSP
4028-5004 12.3mm × 12.3mm 0.48" × 0.48" Small BGA/CSP
4028-5005 14.4mm × 14.4mm 0.57" × 0.57" Small BGA/CSP
4028-5015 16.3mm × 16.3mm 0.64" × 0.64" Square BGA
4028-5025 17.8mm × 17.8mm 0.70" × 0.70" Square BGA
4028-5016 20.3mm × 20.3mm 0.80" × 0.80" Square BGA
4028-5002 22.3mm × 22.3mm 0.89" × 0.89" Square BGA
4028-5011 25mm × 25mm 0.98" × 0.98" Square BGA
4028-5001 26.4mm × 26.4mm 1.04" × 1.04" Square BGA
4028-5003 34.4mm × 34.4mm 1.35" × 1.35" Square BGA
4028-5018 36.8mm × 36.8mm 1.45" × 1.45" Large BGA
4028-5012 39.2mm × 39.2mm 1.54" × 1.54" Large BGA
4028-5030 43.3mm × 43.3mm 1.70" × 1.70" Large BGA

PLCC Nozzles (4028-2xxx)

Part Number Dimensions Imperial Component
4028-2002 10.3mm × 10.3mm 0.41" × 0.41" PLCC-20
4028-2003 12.8mm × 12.8mm 0.51" × 0.51" PLCC-28
4028-2004 12.8mm × 15.4mm 0.50" × 0.61" PLCC-32
4028-2005 17.9mm × 17.9mm 0.70" × 0.70" PLCC-44
4028-2006 20.5mm × 20.5mm 0.81" × 0.81" PLCC-52
4028-2007 25.6mm × 25.6mm 1.01" × 1.01" PLCC-68
4028-2008 30.6mm × 30.6mm 1.20" × 1.20" PLCC-84
4028-2009 38.9mm × 38.9mm 1.53" × 1.53" PLCC-100

QFP / BQFP Nozzles (4028-25xx / 26xx / 3xxx)

Part Number Dimensions Imperial Component
4028-3002 11.5mm × 11.5mm 0.45" × 0.45" Small QFP
4028-3004 15.5mm × 15.5mm 0.61" × 0.61" TQFP-64
4028-2502 17.1mm × 17.1mm 0.67" × 0.67" PQFP-64
4028-2501 18.2mm × 24.2mm 0.72" × 0.95" Rectangular QFP
4028-2508 21mm × 21mm 0.83" × 0.83" BQF-84
4028-2503 27mm × 27mm 1.06" × 1.06" PQFP-128
4028-2602 27.2mm × 27.2mm 1.07" × 1.07" BQFP-132
4028-2504 31.95mm × 31.95mm 1.26" × 1.26" PQFP-160
4028-2506 34.7mm × 34.7mm 1.37" × 1.37" BQFP-100

SOIC / SOP / TSOP Dual-Jet Nozzles (4028-4xxx)

Part Number Jet Spacing Jet Length Application
4028-4001 4mm 6.1mm SOIC-8
4028-4002-P1 4mm 10.9mm SOIC-14/16
4028-4003 7.9mm 10.9mm SOP-16 Wide
4028-4004 7.9mm 13.5mm SOP-20
4028-4005 7.9mm 16mm SOP-24
4028-4006 7.9mm 18.5mm SOP-28
4028-4007 11.7mm 20.8mm TSOP-40/44
4028-4506 10.4mm 21.35mm TSOP-48/56

Single-Jet Nozzles (4028-1xxx)

Part Number Shape Size Application
4028-1001-P1 Curved Round 3.0mm Small discretes, chip caps
4028-1002-P1 Curved Round 5.0mm SOT-23, chip components
4028-1003-P1 Curved Round 8.0mm SOT-89, larger discretes
4028-1011-P1 Straight Round 3.0mm Vertical access
4028-1012-P1 Straight Round 5.0mm Vertical access
4028-1013-P1 Straight Round 8.0mm Vertical access
4028-1021-P1 Flat Jet 12.7mm Connectors, shields
4028-1022-P1 Flat Jet 23.4mm Large connectors
4028-1501 Box Nozzle 32.5mm × 46.5mm Flat packs

Required Accessories

Part Number Description Notes
4028-0001-P1 Nozzle Adapter Required for ST 300/325/350 systems
4028-2010-P1 Calibration Nozzle For system calibration