JX-200LED features new algorithms created for the placement of side- and top-view LEDs, rectangular ferrite chip-type and PLCC-type LEDs. Is a placement solution for LED chips in laptop computers, LCD backlights and various lighting equipment. Features an upward looking camera for QFP/QFN lead inspection and BGA ball inspection, as well as 1200 mm board capability with multi-indexing. Designed to support a 31.5" x 14" board size when indexed twice in the machine, and a 47.2" board when indexed three times.  Components are rotated 360° in the laser. Supports an automatic tool changer. Can place 15,300 chips per hr. at IPC 9850; supports placement of parts from 01005 to 33.5 mm2. Features an optional tri-colored vision centering system for placing fine-pitch QFPs, BGAs and QFNs.

Juki Corp., www.jukiamericas.com

CO₂ laser marking systems are for marking printed circuit board material and glass, thin film plastics, and organic material. Can mark high-quality text and barcodes directly on FR-4 material, labels or screen-printed areas. Moving parts can be marked inline using “mark on the fly” option. Come in a variety of standard and custom enclosures. Can be tailored to particular application and mark requirements, and feature barcode scan program select, vision corrected marking, motion control  and barcode verification. System configurations offer options for loading/unloading and process flow. 

Miyachi Unitek, www.miyachiunitek.com

The 180 x 50 cm automatic, inline printing system is for LED tubular lamps that will replace fluorescent lamps. The line consists of a large-format printing system, multiple pick-and-place machines, and a curing or reflow system. Can produce all lengths of LED tube lamps up to 180 cm. Inline screen/stencil printer permits a panel for multiple 180 cm tubes to be printed in one run. Automatically loads and prints PCBs and forwards them to the pick-and-place system. Conveyor system is designed to transport heavy aluminium-based PCBs commonly used for LED products. One or more pick-and-place machines are installed inline to mount LEDs and other electronic components onto the PCB. MIS software automatically balances the work load over multiple machines. A high-performance reflow or curing system is installed inline. Line can be customized.

Essemtec, www.essemled.com

Juki SMT tooling nozzles include 500 and 800 series nozzles in both base designs (gold/silver). Enable accurate chip placement. Are available in standard nozzles (Type 500-508) and custom designs (Type 510-558; 800-803 Grippers). Special nozzle designs for odd-form components, such as LEDs, switches, and connectors. Guaranteed to function properly with KE2010, KE2020, KE2030, KE2040 (gold nozzles), KE2050, KE2060, KE2070, KE2080, KE3020, KE1070, KE1080, FX-1, FX-2, FX-3, JX-100 and JX-100LED (silver nozzles).

Count On Tools Inc., www.cotinc.com

Process Monitor statistical process control software enables production management. Includes comprehensive statistical process control charts that measure process capability. Built-in, real-time monitoring tools enable SPC capabilities on the inspection system in existing production lines. Preconfigured functions permit quick access to information. Enables in-depth data analysis to identify trends and enhance line yields. Is designed for quick installation and easy operation.

CyberOptics, www.cyberoptics.com

Model 4800 is part of the 8th Generation automated device programmer line. Programs up to 36 devices in parallel at a rate of up to 1,500 devices per hr. Offers universal device support, capable of programming microcontrollers, NAND flash, NOR flash, Serial flash, Managed NAND flash, E/EPROM, flash EPROM and other technologies with densities up to an 8 Eb theoretical limit. Supports devices with voltage down to 0.7 (Vdd).  Includes Vector Engine Co-Processor; accelerates waveforms during programming cycle. Has LaserAlign sensor. Is ideal for high-volume production; can use 1 to 36 socket cards and is compatible with Flashstream socket cards.

BPM Microsystems, www.bpmmicro.com

BR720 Pb-free rework station desolders, removes and replaces BGAs, QFPs and other fine-pitch devices. Uses split-vision zoom optics with 22x magnification. Real-time images of components superimposed on solder pads are continuously displayed on monitor. Make final X and Y micrometer adjustments with LED lighting providing high-image contrast for alignment. Controlled heat, from hot air top and bottom, is capable of Pb-free temperatures up to 350ºC. IR underheater said to prevent board warpage. Uses onboard independent K-type thermocouple port. Placement head with automatic Z axis removes, places and solders components without intervention. Includes a built-in vacuum generator. Accommodates boards to 550 x 500 mm.

Manncorp, www.manncorp.com

Pantera-XV SMD placement machine is designed for prototype and mid-size series manufacturing. Meets standards of a high-mix/low-volume production. Application range is large. Is capable of placing 4,500 components per hr. Features optical laser and vision centering. Can place all SMD components from 0201 up to 50 mm x 50 mm. Has large feeder capacity and automatic identification of intelligent feeders. All tape feeders are electrically driven. Feeding pitch is programmable.

Essemtec, www.essemtec.com

iineo-II dual-head VLB is designed for the LED assembly segment. Can process PCBs that exceed 48" in length at speeds often exceeding 20,000 CPH. Optimizes productivity in high-mix environments. Can accommodate PCBs as large as 24" x 63". Is ideally suited for handling LED PCB form factors, particularly industrial fluorescent lighting. Can be converted from single-stage handling to four-stage handling of large, typical sized PCBs (up to 18" x 20"). Is backwards compatible with all iineo-II machines. Offers a heavy PCB option for higher mass conveying up to 22 lb.  Automatic conveyor offers full-edge clamping, fiducial correction and features a SMEMA interface.

Europlacer, www.europlacer.com

Mydata Replacement Feeder Springs repair damaged Agilis Feeders. Are available for Agilis Feeder 8 - 4.7 and Agilis Feeder 12 - 8.5. Are currently under development for remaining sizes (3.7, 4.0, 5.4, etc.).

Count On Tools, www.cotinc.com

MC-1002 PCB Storage Cabinet is ESD-IEC61340-5-1 compliant and grounded to prevent static electricity. Is equipped with a digital RH meter and maintains a 3% RH level. Features locking doors and adjustable shelves that can hold up to 220 lbs.

Seika USA, www.seikausa.com

VisionPro 7.0 machine vision software introduces Inspection Designer to simplify development and field maintenance of inspection applications; offers definition of defects and verification. Includes 1DMax, a barcode reading tool optimized for omnidirectional and difficult-to-read 1D barcodes. Includes support for the MVS-8602e CameraLink frame grabber under the Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit OS.

Cognex Corp., www.cognex.com/visionpro