IDEAL-TEK A2AMZ Kit of 2 Ceramic Tips and 3 Screws - Tips: Straight, Fine, Round, Flat
IDEAL-TEK A2AMZ Kit of 2 Ceramic Tips and 3 Screws - Tips: Straight, Fine, Round, Flat
Ideal-tek A2AMZ is a replacement kit containing two MZ ceramic tips and three screws for type 2AMZ tweezers, identified by the manufacturer as compatible with #2AMZ.SA. The straight, fine, round, flat tip geometry is intended for holding flat components firmly. Replace the tips on a compatible tweezer rather than purchasing this kit expecting a complete tool: the tweezer body is not included.
Best Uses / Applications
- Replacing tips on compatible type 2AMZ tweezers.
- Holding flat components where the 2A tip geometry suits the task.
- Precision assembly and laboratory handling requiring the hardness and environmental resistance of MZ ceramic.
- Applications involving elevated temperature or aggressive environments, after verifying material and assembly suitability.
Key Features
- Kit includes two ceramic tips and three screws.
- MZ tip material: Zirconia Toughened Alumina, as specified in the product data sheet.
- Straight tips with fine, round, flat features and 2A style.
- Manufacturer describes exceptional hardness and resistance to high temperatures and aggressive environments.
- Not ESD-safe: do not substitute this kit for a verified static-dissipative tip specification.
- Swiss-made, according to the product data sheet.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Manufacturer specification |
|---|---|
| Product code | A2AMZ |
| Product category | Ceramic tweezer replacement tips |
| Kit contents | 2 ceramic tips and 3 screws |
| Compatibility | Type 2AMZ tweezers; manufacturer identifies #2AMZ.SA |
| Tip style / orientation | 2A / straight |
| Tip features | Fine, round, flat |
| Tip material | MZ, Zirconia Toughened Alumina |
| Body material field in manufacturer data sheet | Zirconia ceramic; this replacement kit does not include a complete tweezer body |
| Listed product OAL | 50.0 mm / 1.969 in |
| Listed product width | 6.8 mm / 0.268 in |
| Listed product height | 3.2 mm / 0.126 in |
| Tip width | 2.00 mm / 0.079 in |
| Tip thickness | 0.30 mm / 0.012 in |
| Net weight | 1.0 g / 0.002 lb, as listed on the manufacturer product page |
| ESD safe | No |
| RoHS compliant | Yes, as listed by the manufacturer |
| Made in | Switzerland |
The 50 mm dimension belongs to the listed replacement product, not the overall length of a complete assembled tweezer. Product width and height above follow the current manufacturer page and product PDF. No numeric maximum operating temperature is specified here; verify the material data and complete assembly requirements for your process.
Replacement Kit vs. Complete Tweezers
| Selection question | A2AMZ replacement kit | Complete tweezer / other tip selection |
|---|---|---|
| What do you receive? | Two ceramic tips and three screws | A complete tweezer must be purchased separately if needed. |
| What must fit? | Type 2AMZ compatibility | Do not assume all ceramic-tip styles share the same fit. |
| What geometry does the task need? | Straight, fine, round, flat 2A tips | Evaluate a different geometry if access or component shape requires it. |
| Is static dissipation required? | Manufacturer lists this kit as not ESD-safe | Select a separately verified ESD-safe tip and compatible tool specification. |
Selection & Handling Guidance
Check the existing tweezer's model before ordering. Match the tip geometry to the component, and follow manufacturer replacement instructions for mounting and alignment. Hardness and temperature resistance do not make a ceramic tip suitable for prying or every chemical exposure. Confirm the complete tool and process requirements rather than treating a material property as an unrestricted operating rating.
Manufacturer Replacement-Tip Tutorial
Ideal-tek's video library lists this tutorial as “Replaceable Plastic and Ceramic Tip Tweezers.” It is general product-family guidance, not an A2AMZ-specific demonstration. Use it alongside the instructions for your exact tweezer and tip kit.
Watch Ideal-tek's replacement-tip tutorial on YouTube or browse the manufacturer video library.
Technical Documents
- A2AMZ Product Data Sheet, REV.00 (PDF)
- MZ Ceramic Tip Material Data Sheet (PDF)
- Existing A2AMZ reference image
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A2AMZ a complete pair of tweezers?
No. It is a replacement kit containing two ceramic tips and three screws. The complete tweezer body is not included.
Which tweezers does it fit?
The manufacturer specifies type 2AMZ tweezers and identifies #2AMZ.SA. Verify your exact model before ordering rather than assuming universal compatibility.
What does straight, fine, round, flat mean?
These are the manufacturer's features for the 2A tip geometry. The kit is intended for applications requiring a firm hold on flat components.
Is A2AMZ ESD-safe?
No. The manufacturer explicitly lists ESD safe as no. Ceramic material alone does not establish static-dissipative performance.
What is MZ ceramic?
The A2AMZ product PDF identifies MZ as Zirconia Toughened Alumina. Consult the material data sheet for detailed material characteristics.
Does the 50 mm length describe a complete tweezer?
No. It is the OAL listed for this replacement product. It is not the assembled tool's overall length.
Can I use it at any high temperature or with any chemical?
No. The manufacturer describes resistance to high temperatures and aggressive environments, but you must verify the specific temperature, chemical exposure and complete assembly requirements.
What are the tip dimensions?
The manufacturer specifies 2.00 mm tip width and 0.30 mm tip thickness. The current listed product width and height are 6.8 mm and 3.2 mm respectively.
Related Products & Resources
Browse the Ideal-tek collection and explore the PCB Rework & Precision Tools guide for broader precision-tool selection. Match the tip material, geometry and static-control requirements to the task.
