MR Series placement machines include 4th generation linear motors, electronic eX feeders, and machine and NPI software. Feeder capacity is 120 slots; part capacity is 25mm. Smart eX feeders reportedly index six times faster than previous design. Series includes four models: two single gantry, single conveyor, and two dual gantry dual conveyor models. Include two versions of heads on the single or dual gantry drive system. Higher-speed machines have six module-type heads per gantry; flexible versions have four precision heads per gantry. ZHMD sensor electronically measures Z height of stick and tray parts.
Mirae, www.mirae.com
DeltaProbe is an add-on technology for periodic profile capture. Offers process control without the need for test boards. Uses Smartlink interface; can hold product and process recipe information. Measurement sensors capture process records without a test card or wires. Is fitted to an adjustable frame; can be changed to the width of the printed circuit board being measured. Matched sensors show performance problems across the width of the oven heater. There are independent limit settings per oven zone. Can be used once a temperature profile is captured from a real test PCB.
SolderStar, www.solderstar.com
20 GHz continuous wave signal generator features exceptional phase noise and 100 µs tuning time. Addresses blocking/interferer generation, high-performance intermodulation distortion test benches and electronic warfare applications.
National Instruments, www.ni.com/microwave/
The 26.5 GHz microwave vector signal analyzer delivers low noise floor, high linearity, and low phase noise. Has up to 765 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth. Can analyze radar pulses, LTE-advanced transmissions and 802.11ac waveforms. Can program FPGA with LabVIEW system design software.
National Instruments, www.ni.com/microwave/
Pro Series automated fluid dispensing system integrates vision and laser height sensing with closed-loop encoding to provide a complete automated solution that is quick to set up, easy to program and operate. Smart vision CCD camera captures detailed component part images and converts them into high resolution digital files. PRO4L Series includes fully integrated laser height sensing that detects height variations on the surface of a product and makes corrections to dispensing height to prevent uneven deposits and tip or workpiece damage. Novel DispenseMotion software simplifies setup and facilitates programming with an onscreen preview of dispensing path. Dispense tip can be driven to precise point needed. Eases importing and converting of DXF, CAD, and Excel files. True three-dimensional motion control allows easy programming of dots, lines, circles, arcs, compound arcs, and complex patterns. Comes in platform sizes of 200 x 200, 300 x 300, 400 x 400 and 500 x 500.
Nordson EFD, http://www.nordson.com/en-us/divisions/efd/pages/default.aspx
Supreme 12AOHT-LO one-component thixotropic paste is for bonding and sealing in aerospace, electronics and electro-optic applications. Fully passes ASTM E595 testing for NASA low outgassing and is suited for vacuum environments. Resists thermal cycling and shocks over a service temperature range of 4K to +500°F. Thermal conductivity is 9-10 BTU•in/ft2•hr•°F and is a competent electrical insulator. Bonds to metals, composites, glass, rubbers, ceramics and many plastics. High tensile lap shear, compressive and peel strengths exceed 3,500 psi, 22,000 psi and 5-10 pli, respectively. Is dimensionally stable and has low shrinkage upon cure. Is resistant to a variety of chemicals, particularly to water, oil, fuels and solvents. Requires no mixing. Said to have an unlimited working life at room temperature and cures rapidly at elevated temperatures. Comes in syringes, ½ pints, pints, quarts, gallons and 5 gallon containers.