A new market and technology study on integrated passive devices lists the existing and upcoming technologies and applications for IPDs. Provides an overview of the thin-film IPD market and growth opportunities. Details each market segment with drivers and benefits of IPDs, sub-segment size and expected growth rate, value chain analysis, and global market evaluation per application. Lists links between IPD technologies and their applications.
Yole Développement, www.yole.fr
The 7722FV pick-and-place machine mounts most fine-pitch components. Placement accuracy for chips, including 0402s, is ±0.1 mm. Bottom vision delivers an accuracy of ±0.05 mm in mounting SOICs, QFPs and BGAs to 40 mm square with a 0.0015" fine-pitch capability. Offers 56-feeder capacity and 6,000 dph.
Manncorp, www.manncorp.com
MAP thermal profiling software V2.17c provides features designed to maximize production throughput speed, as well as data retrieval and interpretation. Features include a cropping tool; profile data extraction for cooling slopes after peak; batch download of multiple runs stored on MEGAM.O.L.E. 20 and V-M.O.L.E.; date-time auto file naming option; mouse-over channel descriptions to highlight specific channels, and one-click direct to Excel data exporting in user-specified units.
Tridak Model 826 disposable fluid path valve features adjustable suck-back control. Prevents material from forming at the dispense tip with low-viscosity fluids. Pinch valve also features disposable fluid path technology. Fluid tubing is replaceable; is available in two sizes and a variety of materials. Reportedly eliminates expensive seal-kit maintenance. Is said to be ideal for all low-to-high viscosity materials. Possesses flow control and an over-stroke adjustment that prevents tubing damage. Model 345 valve controller is best suited for actuation of this valve.
Tridak, www.tridak.com
Axis Series automated filling system fills grease, pastes, etc. into cavities and onto components, reportedly to accurate and repeatable volumes. Is self-contained and includes a dual memory processor with compact flash card. Comes as a benchtop system for low- to mid-volume applications. A menu-driven LCD/touchpad interface controls the machine and manages internal files. Is network connectable, as well as RS-232; includes a barcode reader input. Containers are processed on pallets (two are included); may unload/load one pallet, while the machine is filling the other. Includes batch counters, cycle timers and an internal history file. Available with programmable auger valve, peristaltic pump, programmable shot pump, pressure pot, valve, etc. A continuous path pattern may be dispensed in all three axes.
Dispense Works, www.dispenseworks.com