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Quad Lane conveyor system handles four PCBs side-by-side on a single machine. Can produce the same or different products on each track or any combination thereof. When larger boards are needed, switching to traditional transport concepts like the single conveyor, synchronous or asynchronous dual conveyor or i-Placement can be accomplished via software. Available as an option for Siplace X4 and Siplace X4i placement machines.

Siplace, www.siplace.com

FusionQuad packages are lead-frame-based plastic, offering integration of ExposedPad TQFP and MLF technologies. Are said to extend I/O range of classic lead-frame packaging to nearly 400 unique pins; deliver approximately 50% reduction in package size for a given lead count. The drop test board is intended to evaluate and compare drop performance of dummy electronic components. The thermal test board helps test and optimize assembly methods that may produce significant thermal gradients across the assembly in the x, y and z axes.

Practical Components, www.practicalcompononents.com

Long Stroke dispensers are designed for automatically dispensing RTV, epoxy, lubricants, adhesives and potting. The built-in digital syringe/valve controller and motion processor (w/ CF memory card) are said to result in high-speed/accuracy production in a compact bench-top package. Are network connectable and require no PC for operation. Virtually any stroke length may be provided. Advanced motion profiles and a library of pre-programmed paths (lines, dots, fills, etc.) are included. Is also available in FDA, GMP grade construction.

Dispense Works Inc., www.dispenseworks.com

6500 Staticide ESD Safety Shield is a humidity-independent water-based coating that provides a constant surface resistivity of 106 – 109 ohms per sq. without washing off. Dries clear and can adhere to acrylic, polycarbonate, PETG and glass. Contains no contaminants like chlorides or silicone. Aerosol product has low VOCs and no CFCs. Does not contain REACH or RoHS substances.

ACL Inc., www.aclstaticide.com

SafetySmart Barrier Cream is a non-greasy skin protectant lotion said to form an invisible barrier on skin. Incorporates a moisturizing formula while protecting hands from harsh chemicals, odors and soils. A single application reportedly will protect skin for up to 4 hours. Is alcohol-free, fragrance-free, nonflammable and non-toxic. Can protect hands from solvents, paint, grease, oil, gasoline, diesel fuel, detergents or any soil. Uses two types of silicone. Lanolin helps prevent hydrocarbons from penetrating skin.

JNJ Industries, www.jnj-industries.com

EMAX 903 is a UV/visible light cure, solvent-free conformal coating with a secondary moisture cure mechanism. Dual-cure system is said to ensure complete cure in PCB protection applications where shadow areas on high-density circuit boards are a concern. Fluoresces vivid blue for black light inspection. Is compliant with RoHS and is MIL-I-46058C and IPC-CC-830B listed and UL 94 V0 approved.

EMAX 904-Gel-SC and EMAX 904-T-SC are high-strength UV/visible light-curing adhesives formulated for securing vulnerable components on circuit boards. Feature Dymax See-Cure technology to monitor curing process. Uncured adhesive is tinted blue; curing changes the adhesive to colorless. EMAX 904-Gel-SC is a non-slumping adhesive for use in applications where post-dispense flow is undesirable. EMAX 904-T-SC is a viscous, flowable adhesive for applications where controlled adhesive flow after dispensing is preferred. Both are single-component materials and compliant with RoHS.

Ellsworth Corp., www.ellsworth.com

This hardware-based mask limit testing application is for general-purpose oscilloscopes. Is said to help test hardware in seconds; is reportedly ideal for engineers working in manufacturing and R&D who need to validate the quality and stability of electronic components and systems. Offers a sustained test rate of up to 89,000 pass/fail mask tests per sec. Maintains a waveform update rate of 100,000 waveforms per sec., decreasing test time to 3.3 sec. Is available as part of InfiniiVision 5.2 software.

Agilent Technologies, http://www.agilent.com/find/masktest

The Weller WD1000HPT soldering station consists of the WP120 soldering iron, WD1M power unit and WDH10T safety rest. The iron combines a heating element with a replaceable soldering tip. The power unit is a microprocessor-controlled device with a number of built-in functions; is reportedly suited for use in production, rework and laboratory environments. Iron setbacks for time and temperature can be programmed and are automatically activated when the soldering iron is placed into safety rest. When the iron is removed from the rest, tip temperature is said to be restored immediately to the set working level. Is reportedly ideal for soldering on circuit boards with heat sinks that cause dissipation and heat transfer. Target applications include high-density circuit boards, high frequency/radio frequency applications and solar panel production.

Cooper Tools, www.coopertools.com

The TS7000 Interchangeable Material Path Series Rotary valve is based on the technology of TS5000 Series Rotary Microvalve. Is designed with “dead fluid volume” field replaceable feed screw/cartridge assembly, interchangeable with TS5000DMP feed screw auger inserts, flexible motor, syringe and a needle mounting option. Is available in three feed screw auger sizes (16-pitch, 8-pitch and high output 8-pitch), all made of precision hardened steel. An encoder motor version is available for applications requiring closed-loop motor control with encoder feedback. Is said to provide fast, repeatable dispensing of medium- to high-viscosity fluids and pastes. Typical applications include small-dot dispensing of dispensable-grade solder pastes, silver epoxies, surface mount adhesives, dispensing beads of structural adhesives, cavity and cam filling, and glob top dispensing.

Techcon Systems, www.techconsystems.com

A How-To training series on the most common PCB repairs is available on CD and includes 10 repair teaching videos. Demonstrates common procedures on how to repair common physical damages seen on PCBs. Includes demonstrations of techniques in PCB pad, trace, eyelet, laminate, corner, mask and other repairs. Features multiple camera angles and clear voice instruction. Sold individually or as a set.

BEST Inc., www.solder.net

Ablestik brand die attach materials known as self-filleting die attach use capillary force to control flow and deliver complete wetting. A dot is deposited and the die placed; capillary force then draws it out to the edge of the die where it forms a small fillet. No excessive placement force is said to be required. Available in Ablestik AAA3300 non-conductive paste for die to substrate laminate-based devices; Ablestik AAA3320 non-conductive material for die to die attachment, and Ablestik 3900 conductive adhesive designed for die to substrate leadframe packages.

Henkel Corp., www.henkel.com/electronics

This site offers new features and updated information about services and solutions, as well as information about the company’s portfolio of desktop and inline AOI products. The site features customer testimonials, articles, video news clips and a customer service section dedicated to support. Information about upcoming events and recent industry awards is also included.

Mirtec, www.mirtecusa.com