This centralized pallet product line reportedly provides customers the opportunity to procure all assembly tooling from a single source using existing data from the Gerber files. Now includes ESD-safe process carriers for wave solder and SMT assembly. The carriers, said to be ideal for use with lead-free solder, allow masking of specific areas. Boards and components are protected from thermal shock and ESD. Utilizes materials said to be ideally suited to the soldering process, including Durapol and Delmat.
Photo Stencil, www.photostencil.com
3000FS Flashstream automated programming technology is designed specifically to solve excessive programming times in current in-system, JTAG and in-circuit programming production methods. Is modeled from the BPM 3710 handler and contains four Flashstream programming sites. Said to be rated at 1050 devices per hr. and handles parts in tray, tube or tape for device input or output.
BPM Microsystems, www.bpmmicro.com
BPM Microsystems, www.bpmmicro.com
RGSW and RGSWX series slides are for packaging, assembly, medical and life sciences, semiconductor manufacturing and factory automation. Reportedly permit high linear speeds without critical speed concerns. Have thicker and wider bases than original and are more compact. Include direct sensor mounting systems. Said to require no maintenance or lubrication; anti-backlash slides can be manufactured in lengths up to 8'.
Kerk Motion, www.kerkmotion.com
Kerk Motion, www.kerkmotion.com
The Arlink 8000 modular workstation can be configured in a variety of heights and lengths. Comes in five industry standard widths and three different heights up to 84". Has “starter and adder” system, with the option of back-to-back configurations; said to have unlimited layout possibilities. The Definite Positioning System enables relocating or adjusting work surfaces, storage, shelving, lights, power beams, footrests, etc. Is available in standard laminate or static dissipative.
Lista International Corp., www.listaintl.com
Lista International Corp., www.listaintl.com
Advanced Telecommunications Computing Architecture Zone 1 backplane power connectors are specified by PICMG 3.x open standards. Are comprised of eight size 16 contacts and 22 size 22 contacts. Use gold-over-nickel plating at the contact interface, and tin or gold plating on the PCB terminals. Insulation body has integrated guiding feature. Contact terminals provide compliant press-fit zones that are flat-rock compatible. Connector is RoHS compliant. Features include dual-48VDC power distribution feeds; up to 16A per power pin; four level sequential pins for hot swapping; alignment features for blind mating, and press-fit termination. Supports full-mesh and dual-star configurations.
Yamaichi Electronics, www.yamaichi.com
Yamaichi Electronics, www.yamaichi.com
Thermal transfer ELP printers include three models with three dpi formats: 220, 320 and 620. Are said to deliver durable print-head performance and print small labels. The ELP620 has micro-miniature printing capabilities. All are said to be functional, easy-to-use and easily maintained. Additional attachments can be integrated. Come equipped with multiple connection capabilities, including serial, parallel, USB, Ethernet and wireless. Have standalone mode.
Identco International, www.identco.com
Press Releases
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- FRANK Elektronik invests in high-precision SMT line with ASYS machines; Robert Both Comments
- SASinno Americas Opens State-of-the-Art Facility in Washington, Missouri to Support North American Manufacturers; Mike Young Comments
- ZESTRON Hosts Webinar on “Electronic Assembly Failures, Solutions and Lessons Learned for Long Term Reliability”