Micro-Lite FL-1000 and FV-1000 ring lights for microscopes now feature full spectrum lighting (FSL) bulbs at no extra charge. FSL contains the entire range of visible wavelengths, so all objects and a wide range of materials can be seen. FSL is critical for lead-free solder connections inspection.
The FL-1000 fluorescent ring illuminator features advanced electronic ballast for control and stability, and dimmable intensity without flickering or humming. The FV1000 offers full intensity variability due to its patented microchip-controlled, dimmable fluorescent technology. Operators can adjust the lighting to their own comfort level. Both are ESD-safe and offer a pluggable bulb design for replacement.
Micro-Lite, micro-lite.com
Three new UV-cure encapsulants for use in Smart Card IC module manufacturing are now available: Hysol 3323, Hysol 3327 and Hysol 3329. Developed using single-component epoxy technology, they reportedly provide faster curing times, improved adhesion, minimized tape warpage and excellent performance during reliability testing, compared to existing UV- or thermal-cure encapsulants.
Designed specifically for the encapsulation of wire-bonded dies used in Smart Card ICs. Hysol 3323 has high viscosity and a thixotropic nature, and is used to form the dam, while Hysol 3327 and 3329 are low viscosity materials used for the fill process. 3329 has a higher Tg of 155°C (compared to 110°C for Hysol 3327) and a higher Shore hardness.
Are easy to dispense, adhere strongly to a range of carrier substrates and possess a low coefficient of thermal expansion (45ppm below Tg and 130ppm above Tg). Typical UV cure times per IC module are 26 to 46 sec., which enables a maximum of 10,000 UPH.
Henkel,
henkelelectronics.com
LDS9000 mechanical dispensing system is a fully programmable, electric powered and mechanically operated system that is air-free.
Features an easy-to-program control unit and a hand-held dispensing gun that employs a precise, linear actuator-driven piston to push a fluid or adhesive through a plastic syringe. Permits repeatable shots, runs on 115 VAC and eliminates the problems associated with conventional air dispensers such as variations in pressure, moisture and fluid viscosity.
Suitable for in-plant assembly and field maintenance, has a microprocessor-based portable control unit, a foot or hand operated pedal, and gun stand. The software-driven unit knows the I.D. of the syringe, dispense rate and required volume; calculates the precise distance the piston needs to travel. It also draws back to prevent oozing.
Fishman Corp., fishmancorp.com