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.

ECD, www.ecd.com/downloads 

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

 

RDS 2100 and RDS 3000 drying systems for solar cell metallization consist of a combination of either five or seven IR zones and one central convection zone. Guarantee safe transport through the oven, either via mesh belt or with pin chain up to three lanes.  Conveyor of the heating zone can be separated from that of the cooling zone; reportedly no latent heat is carried into the cooling area. Have belt speeds up to 6 m./min. and throughputs of up to 5700 wph.

Rehm Thermal Systems, www.rehm-group.com

 

Model 765 needle valve is said to be ideally suited for non-reactive adhesives, silicone oils, inks and solvents. Can be used in processes such as device assembly, packaging, optics assembly and building PCBs. Offers low maintenance and precision flow control. Is easily integrated into process automation and robotics. Optimal operation is achieved using Model 345 valve controller.

Tridak, www.tridak.com

The Integrated Process and Stencil Support (iPASS) system targets defect reduction and Lean manufacturing principles. Is said to provide upfront design for manufacturability support; offers a spectrum of stencil technology and related tooling; provides comprehensive process management. Duplicates stencils and processes from one line to the next, and throughout global manufacturing network. Includes stencils, screens, blades and related tooling. Provides CAD services, including design review and check plots, design library standardization and management, and weekly reporting. Includes training, managed product rollout, order confirmation and on-time delivery, and data reporting.
 
Photo Stencil, www.photostencil.com

 

Universal Cover Tape 2688, Static Dissipative contains an antistatic coating designed to help prevent product damage and loss resulting from static charge causing components to stick to the cover tape. Also available is Universal Cover Tape 2680, Non-Conductive, for products not susceptible to static charge. Designed to seal electrical and electronics components into embossed carrier tape materials, including paper. Are said to be compatible with virtually all equipment and carrier tapes. Have pressure-sensitive adhesive, designed to create a strong bond to polycarbonate, polystyrene and paper carriers. Help reduce risk of component migration, flipping, vibration and chip sticking in feeders.

3M Electronic Solutions Division, www.3M.com/electronics

 

Gensonic manually operated ultrasonic generator comes with a single 40 kHz transducer unit, for cleaning solder paste stencils. An additional transducer head can be employed for tougher applications. Cleans paste left in stencil apertures.

GEN3 Systems, gen3systems.com

Link conveyors for SPI NG/good buffer are designed to stack NG PCBs and transfer good PCBs to the next process using FIFO. Features include PCB shock-free and noncontact power transmission. Has RS-232C interface with SPI and NG PCB anti-touch verification. Is said to provide increased line efficiency and requires minimal space. No need to filter NG PCBs, and SPI operates normally, even during NG PCB verification. AOI NG Buffer stacks NG PCBs and pushes good PCBs to the next AOI inspection process. Features a PCB shock-free and noncontact power transmission. Both systems feature a SMEMA interface, a slim, round design, adjustable stacking, a LED tower light and touch-screen operation.
 
Young Jin/Seika Machinery Inc., www.seikausa.com

 

Falcon 3-axis non-contact video measuring system is said to be suitable for multi-user shop-floor use and advanced manufacturing inspection applications. Employs high-resolution indexed zoom optics (up to 100x magnification), with an indexed camera iris control, increasing accuracy and repeatability of Z-axis results. Incorporates controllable quadrant LED illumination and motorized Z-axis control. Measuring stages provide a measurement capacity of up to 150 x 150 x 115 mm (X, Y, Z) and include factory-completed NLEC calibration as standard.

Vision, Engineering, www.visioneng.us

Parylene Conformal Coating Machine 1092 uses vapor phase to transform coatings from solids. Is horizontal, stainless steel, 8' long x 30" wide. Requires electrical power and a vent connection. Pumping section consists of cold trap and pump; separate controls for temperature and vacuum sensor.
 
Paratronix, www.paratronix.com