Summary of Temperature controlled reflow oven build
This article details the construction of a temperature-controlled reflow oven using an Arduino-based PID controller and a repurposed toaster oven. The project involves disassembling the original appliance, building a custom laser-cut enclosure, and integrating electronic components for precise thermal management. It serves as a practical guide for hobbyists working with surface mount components, covering the teardown, enclosure design, control methods, and Arduino installation steps.
Parts used in the Reflow Oven Build:
- Arduino Uno
- Reflow Oven Shield
- Solid State Relay
- K-Type Thermocouple
- 230v AC to 5v DC Power Supply
- Custom Laser Cut Enclosure
Reflow Oven Build
We have successfully managed to build a temperature controlled reflow oven using an Arduino based PID controller and a standard toaster oven from Robert Dyas! This is a must have accessory for any hobbyist who regularly uses surface mount components within their designs. Below we have a build log documenting the process of constructing the oven including:
- Teardown of the original oven
- Custom enclosure construction
- Control Methods
- Arduino Installation
So to start off I will outline a basic parts list of what I used:
- Arduino Uno
- Reflow Oven Shield
- Solid State Relay
- K-Type Thermocouple
- 230v AC to 5v DC Power Supply
- Custom Laser Cut Enclosure
So with all the parts ready to go I began assembling the enclosure. I designed this using Adobe Illustrator and exported it into a laser cutting program which allowed me to cut out the parts. The idea was that all of the panels would glue together apart from the front which would bolt in, making it removable for maintenance.
For more detail: Temperature controlled reflow oven build
- What is the main purpose of this build?
To create a temperature controlled reflow oven for hobbyists using surface mount components. - How was the enclosure constructed?
It was designed using Adobe Illustrator and cut from parts using a laser cutting program. - Can the front panel be removed?
Yes, the front bolts in rather than gluing, making it removable for maintenance. - What control method is used?
The build uses an Arduino based PID controller for temperature regulation. - Which power supply is required?
A 230v AC to 5v DC Power Supply is used for the system. - What type of sensor measures temperature?
A K-Type Thermocouple is used to monitor the internal temperature. - What component switches the heating element?
A Solid State Relay controls the power to the heating elements. - Is a standard toaster oven used?
Yes, a standard toaster oven from Robert Dyas was used as the base unit.
