Supreme 45HTQ-4 two-component epoxy features silicon carbide filler, for high-performance bonding, sealing, coating and casting. Serviceable from -100° to +450°F, is capable of withstanding rigorous thermal cycling. Tensile lap shear of 1,400-1,600 psi, compressive strength of 24,000-26,000 psi and and tensile strength of 8,000-9,000 psi. Retains strength at elevated temperatures. Is dimensionally stable, with low shrinkage upon curing. Dielectric constant at 60Hz of 4.6 and volume resistivity exceeding 1014 ohm-cm. Mix ratio of 100 to 30 by weight and thixotropic paste consistency. Pot life of more than 12 hr. at room temperature for a 100g batch. Requires oven curing at 250°-300°F with various cure schedules. Bonds to a variety of substrates including metals, composites, ceramics and most plastics. Comes in 0.5 pint to 5gal. kits Shelf life of 6 mo. at ambient temperatures.
Master Bond, masterbond.com
MAWA-300A Pulsed Micro TIG Welder now features a touch-start that controls and identifies weld location. Pulsation feature is said to significantly reduce porosity. For welding small coils and terminals, bus bars, and covered wires.
Amada Miyachi America, amadamiyachi.com
Femto 2 die bonder, for advanced packaging and bonding, has a placement accuracy of ± 0.5µm @ 3 Sigma.
SA series automation feeders use SSF feeder technology to enable a range of interface and control capabilities, including ASCII communication protocol, lower profile form factor and optional SAFP robotic interface module for drop-in integration. Reportedly enable more integration flexibility and control options, particularly when smaller form factor or higher level of performance is required.
Hover-Davis, www.hoverdavis.com
Uflex modular automation platform facilitates user-level programming by leveraging a cloud-based library of predefined process strategies. Is built on high-performance base with 2G acceleration, 50μm accuracy and 8μm repeatability. Supports boards up to 630 x 500mm, components up to 38 x 127 x 50mm, and processes including pick-and-place, dispensing, screw driving, labeling, and test handling. Can be integrated into Lean assembly lines or configured inline.
Universal Instruments, uic.com
Flexbond hot bar bonding is for flex circuit applications. Incorporates up to 18 bond heads that are selectively active based on RFID designation of placements. Uses pulse heat technology, closed-loop temp control and programmable pressure settings. Combines with Fuzion for full-process integration, including flux transfer, high-accuracy placement and hot bar soldering.
Universal Instruments, uic.com