Aegis Europe will exhibit Mechanical CAD Module (MCAD) for CircuitCAM at Nepcon NEC, Birmingham at stand #H70. This system enhancement answers the increasing demand for an end-to-end NPI through MES solution supporting electronics assembly, system integration and box build. MCAD supports box and mechanical product documentation, tracking, quality and materials management as well as circuit card product launch and manufacturing execution. Customers may now support any discrete assembly processes—from circuit boards to full system level assembly—in a single information system.
MCAD functionality is inherently incorporated within Aegis’ Web-centric manufacturing execution system. Shop-floor operators can step through and drill into iView's existing sequential assembly process feature with intelligent cross-reference to the mechanical components. Supports multi-level assemblies and material setup validation at any work station; these assemblies are now better depicted in the visual aids.
Features and benefits include:
Support for common mechanical CAD vector file formats. Simple digitizing allows 2-D capture from a 3-D drawing with the desired user-controlled perspective. A mechanical Shape Library permits re-use of commonly used items and components. A color-coded parts list display provides easy cross-referencing to the drawing in the same manner used for circuit board visual aids.
HawkEye will be displayed on DEK’s flexible Horizon 01i screen printing platform. This system delivers high-speed performance for any manufacturing requirement – from high-mix to high-volume advanced assemblies, including 0201 and CSP packages. Equipped with the Instinctiv user interface for user-friendly operator control, the ISCAN control area network to support advanced features and an optimized frame for mechanical and thermal stability, the Horizon 01i delivers a 10 sec. cycle time, process capability of 2.0 Cpk @ ± 25µm and a low cost of ownership.
When HawkEye print verification is combined with the Hoizon 01i, the system becomes even more versatile. Isolates errors through good/bad verification set against user-defined, pre-set thresholds. Streamed images, instead of successive still images, are analyzed and any defective boards are identified and removed in real-time. Has 100% post-print verification at line beat rate with no programming required. DEK, www.dek.com Booth 2045
The iFlux is a magnetically controlled, air-driven spray fluxer. Its clean design makes it easy to use and maintain. Can handle most fluxes, including the new fluxes optimized for lead-free soldering.
Triple layer design features an air-driven, high precision Titaniumnozzle with adjustable cone. The motion of the nozzle spray angle and the volume of flux are computer controlled with a password-protected touchpad. The nozzle is 30 mm from the board surface.
The air driven nozzle reportedly sprays a uniform, well defined flux deposit with excellent wicking. Has the velocity and volume control necessary to penetrate through-hole assemblies. Operates within tight parameters, leaving little overspray. Stores all the parameters for each job in its computerized control box so the operator can easily call up the correct settings for each production run Canfit internally into most soldering machines with the control box either incorporated into the existing machine or mounted externally. Or the entire spray fluxer and control box can be external.