S-168 Automatic PCBA Cleaning Machine from Southern Machinery – 4-Stage Brush Cleaning
The S-168 inline PCBA cleaning machine removes flux, tin beads, and scratches with a 4-stage brush cleaning system designed for high-end PCB products. Verified specs inside.
Aug 18, 2026 · Updated Aug 18, 2026 · Southern Machinery
S-168 Automatic PCBA Cleaning Machine by Southern Machinery
Inline brush cleaning for flux, tin beads, and scratches on high-end PCBs—no manual contact with cleaning agents.
What is this machine used for?
The S-168 is an online automatic PCBA cleaning machine that washes boards in-line, replacing manual solvent wiping and reducing rework.
- Removes tin beads, flux, and scratches after soldering
- Handles PCBs from 10 to 500 mm wide, with a minimum board edge of 1.5 mm
- Disc brush plus two roller brushes eliminate cleaning dead angles
- Imported anti-static brown-hair brushes will not damage the PCB
Verified specifications from the product catalog
| Parameter | Value |
| --- | --- |
| PCB size | 300 x 300 mm max; width 10–500 mm |
| Cleaning process | 4-stage wet/dry brush modules |
| Brush system | Disc brush D300 + roller abrasive brushes |
| Spindle speed | 0–500 R/min (stepless) |
| Transmission speed | 0.05–1.8 m/min (stepless) |
| Power | 0.5 kW, 220V 50Hz (110V available) |
| Dimensions | L1750 x W770 x H980 mm |
Parameters can be customized; please confirm during quotation.
How this machine fits into a complete PCB assembly line
- Boards enter the S-168 after reflow or wave soldering
- Feed synchronizes with the transport rail for easy loading
- Four-stage brush cleaning runs wet and dry modules independently
- Three-stage circulation filtration automatically reuses cleaning liquid
Key selection parameters for buyers
- PCB dimensions and edge allowance versus the 300 x 300 mm maximum size
- Cleaning medium compatibility (washing water, no manual contact)
- Throughput versus the 0.05–1.8 m/min transmission speed
ROI perspective
An inline cleaner replaces manual board wiping after soldering, cutting cleaning-station labor and reducing flux-related defects and rework. Southern Machinery provides ROI modeling case-by-case based on your line volume and headcount.
About Southern Machinery – your SMT/THT line partner
Founded in 2011 in Shenzhen, Southern Machinery serves 237+ global customers with SMT lines, THT automation, wave soldering, board handling, inspection, cleaning, training, and spare parts.
FAQ
What does the S-168 clean from PCBA boards?
Flux residue, tin beads, and scratches after soldering, using a 4-stage wet/dry brush process.
What PCB sizes can the S-168 handle?
Up to 300 x 300 mm, widths from 10 to 500 mm, with a minimum board edge of 1.5 mm.
Does it require manual contact with cleaning agents?
No – automatic coating applies washing water without operator contact.
What power supply does it need?
220V 50Hz standard, 110V available; total power 0.5 kW.
Next steps
Contact: jasonwu@smthelp.com | WhatsApp: +86 13602562576
Catalog: https://file.autoinsertion.com
Images: https://ph.smthelp.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPSG_4gN9Ck
Published by Southern Machinery – SMT/THT PCB assembly automation lines. Established in 2011 in Shenzhen, China. Serving 237+ global EMS, ODM, automotive, and medical electronics manufacturers.
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