ProFlow enclosed print head is a key element of the lead-free portfolio DEK has created to help the transition to high-quality, repeatable lead-free processing. When implementing lead-free assembly, high accuracy mass imaging using the print head reportedly maximises the process window, compared to conventional squeegee blades.
Reduces the number of variables – such as paste rheology and ambient humidity – that need to be controlled for lead-free utilisation. The result is a simplified paste evaluation process and confident vendor selection, supported by repeatable results to justify procurement decisions.
In operational use, the greater transfer force maximises stencil aperture fill and paste release efficiency. Has repeatable aperture filling, low paste wastage and high throughput.
According to Christopher Associates, OEM requirements for improved manufacturing yields have led to strong demand for the Koh Young 3 dimensional solder paste inspection systems.
The KY 3030VAXL (24 x 27” panel size) high-speed 3-D solder paste inspection system was developed to inspect very high density, high technology telecommunications substrates for 100% volumetric and shape defects. Designed, manufactured and delivered within 10 weeks of receipt of order to a large EMS manufacturer.
Additional installations include a number of the KY 3030VAL (18 x 20” substrate) systems installed at a major EMS manufacturer; a major automotive electronics manufacturer has also ordered multiple systems. Among the advantages cited after extensive evaluations by each customer were ease of use, accuracy and speed.
Christopher Associates Inc., christopherweb.com
St. Louis -- HIGHLIGHTER multi-directional LED ring light uses a simple mouse to control the direction of the lights, as well as the intensity and number of LEDs illuminated. Works on all makes of microscopes, as well as the speckFINDER Video Microscope.
Inspection and quality control workers can view surface defects and overcome visibility problems. Hard-to-see imperfections in plastic and metal surfaces, defects in solder joints and details on translucent surfaces all become apparent when highlighted.
Users can direct up to 40 LEDS either clockwise or counter clockwise by rotating the mouse control. A left mouse click activates automatic continuous rotation of 1 to 39 LEDS so the operator can compare and contrast the image under different lighting, without having to move the object being viewed. A right click of the mouse alters light intensity to meet optical instrument and individual requirements. The dimmable ring light offers five settings from 100 to 2%.
The ergonomic mouse occupies minimal workspace and eliminates “big box” controls.
Davor Manufacturing Corp., dazor.com