This ultra-compact probe pin enables fine pitch, versatile contact shapes, and a multiple contact point configuration; can handle a high current load. Created a flat structure with electroforming technology; reportedly can place pins at any angle. Can use a general cylindrical socket housing.

Omron, www.omron.com

LCR-meter Smart Tweezers now feature blue tooth communication ports connecting LCR-meters and PCs; can transfer and record measurement data. Port is for incoming electronic component control and for keeping logs of performed measurements. Measurement data are sent to the PC in text format containing time stamp, component type and component value; creates a log file. Data can be captured in a spreadsheet and/or in a database. Designed for component evaluation on a production line, PCB impedance testing, and component sorting. Have reported accuracy of 0.2%; test signal of 0.25, 0.5 and 1 Vrms; component sorting with 1, 5, 10 and 20%, and handle components as small as 0201.

Siborg Systems, www.smarttweezers.ca

ESDA “360 View” desiccant cabinets feature ESD-safe acrylic enclosure that provides visual access to the entire cabinet interior from all sides. Provide complete and convenient access at a glance while protecting moisture-sensitive components within a 1%RH environment. Features individually lockable doors which are alarmed for out of spec RH or extended opening times. Ten chrome steel shelves support over 400 lb. (181 kg) and are connected to the conductive frame.  ESD wristbands can be connected as well. Exterior control panel and digital display enable convenient RH, alarm and calibration settings. Relevant process data can be recorded with a precision data logger featuring a 0.8% accurate digital sensor and USB output.

Super Dry, www.superdry.info

SR-750 Series of fixed mount 1D and 2D barcode readers has new and advanced decoding algorithms. Pre-processing techniques, such as brightness and contrast threshold correction, along with significantly enhanced image filtering capabilities ensure images are optimized prior to decoding. Upgraded processing, including localized binary threshold settings for unique regions of the code, are for direct part marking applications. Features long range (over 3') and wide field of view models. Has built-in communication and increased connectivity, including EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, PROFINET, FTP, RS-232c, Power over Ethernet and data editing functionality. Automatically adjust lighting and image filtering settings with one click. 

Keyence, www1.keyence.com/PRSR7

Adjustable gripper nozzle for 7-spindle InLine7 and FZ7 placement heads is equipped with five sets of tooling jaws. Handles connectors, headers, switches, and odd-form devices up to 12.7mm x 150mm. Picks components from several input types, such as tape, trays, and other feeding solutions.

Universal Instruments, www.uic-tooling.com/adjustable-il7-gripper-nozzle

FSG fabric shielding gaskets come in 125 different sizes and profiles. Are lightweight and reportedly easy to install. Have polyurethane foam core and conductive nickel/copper ripstop outer fabric. Have shielding effectiveness up to 115 dB.

Leader Tech, www.leadertechinc.com

IFS-NX modular and scalable feeder performs offline and online component and feeder setup validation and material inventory management. Optional modules include Traceability, MSD Control and Maintenance Control software. Based on Cogiscan Track, Trace and Control software.

Juki, www.juki.co.jp

Cogiscan, www.cogiscan.com

Opaque black polyimide tapes come in ESD-safe and halogen-free flame retardant options. Single- and double-coated tapes are designed for masking and bonding applications involving light-sensitive devices that need to withstand high temperatures and harsh environments typical of PCB manufacturing. Constructions are available with 0.5, 1 and 2 mil polyimide films, acrylic and silicone pressure-sensitive adhesives and semi- and matte-gloss levels. Custom 0.5 mil matte black polyimide is also available. Are REACH and RoHS compliant; offer high dielectric strengths for electrical insulation and surface resistances of >10^4 Ohms. Provide thermal protection up to 300°C and peel voltage of <100V.

Polyonics, www.polyonics.com
 

Integrator Software v. 5.4 is for the Flying Probe FLS series. Features a power-up box design and better integration of different power sources. Precision Relay Test Template and Relay Timing Template reportedly provide more complete functional testing of relays. Templates verify the relays’ functional performance in two areas: delayed contact closure and closed contact resistance. The no-fly zone operation can be used during initial fiducial setup and execution of board find. Shuttles do not move back to home positions when orbiting around no fly zones; they move to ready positions just outside the board area. Has a probe tip model that helps prevent damaging probe tips against parts and eliminates crossed tips at landing positions. PBA2 Import now can generate tests and populate four types of voltage templates using VOLT class in XMatic.

Acculogic, www.acculogic.com

DFC3000 G grayscale USB 3.0 microscope camera for routine fluorescence applications features a passive cooling architecture and correlated pixel double sampling. Provides clear fluorescence signals and low background noise. CCD sensor makes it suitable for low light situations such as fluorescence. Provides live images of up to 30 frames per sec.

DMC2900 USB 3.0 microscope camera has a 3.1 MP CMOS sensor for standard brightfield applications. Equipped with sensor that produces live images of up to 30 frames per sec. Color engine processes images real time with stable live image speed. USB 3.0 interface

Leica Microsystems, leica-microsystems.com/science-lab/topics/fluorescence-microscopy/

Software release SI 7.46 reduces AOI inspection times through improved optimization of travel paths. Integrates Library Manager to assign new inspection patterns more quickly and easily, easing use of local and global inspection libraries. Can be used in parallel with library toolbox.

Integrates SPI Closed Loop (Downlink) so that currently measured displacement values of the SPI inspection can be returned to the paste printer as offset correction values.

Enables detailed appraisal of recognized defects in parallel with defect verification on S2088-II AOI, with live capture of defect image viewable under different camera perspectives — orthogonal and angled — and in color.

Viscom, viscom.de

EP30HV two-component epoxy is for bonding, sealing, coating and casting applications. Offers light transmittance from 350-2,400nm and has a refractive index of 1.55 at room temperature. Volume resistivity is over 10¹⁵ ohm-cm, dielectric strength is 440 V/mil and has a low coefficient of thermal expansion. Mixed viscosity 4,000 cps.  Cures at room temperature in 24 hr. or faster at elevated temperatures. Tensile strength exceeds 9,000 psi. Compressive strength greater than 14,000 psi at ambient temperatures. Linear shrinkage is 0.0003"/inch. Resists water, oils, acids, bases and many solvents. Serviceable over -60° to +300°F temperature range.

Master Bond, masterbond.com/properties/electrically-insulative-adhesive-systems