istorage automatic modular cabinet manages SMD reels from 7 to 15, QFP/BGA trays, PTH components, PCBs, and other parts. Can handle up to 5,500 reels. Permits multiple pick of part racks. Is bar-code driven, and calculates component quantities for single or multiple orders. Includes “count down” management for MSDs.

i-tronik, www.itronik.com

SN100C P600 D4 is a halogen-free, no-clean, Pb-free solder paste that contains no fluorine, chlorine, bromine or iodine. Is said to be high reliability, for high-density assembly with stable printability; reflows easily with good wetting and minimum incidence of mid-chip balling, and low residue. Can be reflowed with profiles similar to SAC 305 and SAC 405 with 240°C peak.
 
Nihon Superior, www.nihonsuperior.co.jp/english/ 

 

Aquanox A4703 neutral pH aqueous cleaning chemistry reportedly is effective with concentrations as low as 3%. For use in spray batch and spray inline cleaners to remove OA, no-clean and RMA pastes and fluxes, including Pb-free residues. Is controlled by refractive index, both manually and when using an automated process control system. Completely water soluble, and operates at <~63°C. Has a flashpoint of 104°C and a boiling point of 138°C. Comes in 5, 25 and 200 l containers.

Kyzen, www.kyzen.com

Peelable Solder Mask (PSM-AF) is ammonia-free. Is noncorrosive, and for temporary solder/coating protection. Works particularly well with NiAu pad finishes.

Cobar, www.cobar.com

i-SAC 387 contains cobalt for improved melting, shiny solder joints, fine grain microstructure. Also contains germanium as an antioxidant. Has a melting point of 217°C and a specific gravity of 7.5 g/cm³.

i-SAC105 has silver composition of 0.5-1.5%, and contains cobalt for bright, shiny solder joints and fine grain microstructure, and germanium. Has a melting point of 217° to 227°C and a specific gravity of 7.4 g/cm³.

Balver-Zinn, www.balverzinn.com

MicroLine 1000 E UV laser system is for separating thin or flexible assembled and unassembled panels. Is noncontact and reportedly does not affect conductors or components near the cutting channel. System software imports data directly from popular layout programs. Handles boards up to 229 x 305 mm (9” x 12”). Integrated vacuum table holds boards securely in position, with no need for further clamping devices; an advantage over conventional laser separation techniques for thin and flexible substrates.

LPKF, www.lpkf.com

S3088-III AOI features enlarged inspectable PCB dimensions and improved camera technology. Is for economical electronics assembly inspection, from prototype to large series. Can be deployed for paste print or placement inspection. In high-resolution mode, reportedly detects defects on 01005 components. Revised PCB transport permits boards up to 20" x 20" to be inspected. Can be equipped for extreme cycle time requirements or heavier PCBs. Offers color evaluation for angled inspections. Comes with switchable resolution with the OnDemandHR function or integrated verification.
 
Viscom, www.viscom.com

MY100DX pick-and-place machine assembles components on high-mix boards at up to a reported 34,000 cph.

MY100SX handles batches or continuous production up to 21,500 cph.

MY100LX is for high mix operations.

Each now has higher-count feeders without no change in machine footprint. Work with Agilis intelligent feeders.

Mydata Automation, www.mydata.se

FlashCORE III programming architecture is said to offer significant performance gains by increasing the download and read/write speeds by a factor of ten. Supports flash memory devices including SD, MMC, MoviNAND and iNAND. Is compatible with all existing FlashCORE algorithms and adapters; field upgrade kits are available for existing automated system installations.

Data I/O, www.dataio.com 

NVOC moisture cure conformal coating now comes in high viscosity, gel and aerosol versions. High viscosity is for thicker coating or manual application (brush, dip and selective spray). Gel is a single part, thixotropic material designed for glob-top applications where the coating should not flow once applied. Cures at room or elevated temperatures upon exposure to atmospheric moisture and incorporates a UV trace to aid inspection. Aerosol uses standard NVOC coating for manual application. Are based on polyurethane technology and are VOC-free.

Electrolube, www.electrolube.com

 

MH-900 Series material handler is multifunctional and configurable for inline or same-side load and unload operations. Supports single- and dual-lane conveyors, and provides loading and unloading of a variety of parts from very thin strips to large heavy boats and carriers. Includes programmable transport speed and carrier staging to maximize units per hour while multiple carrier sensors, active pinch wheels, and thin strip guides ensure safe handling. Elevator and shuttle operate independently with programmable speed to provide precise, high-speed movement. Comes with novel LoaderMove Touch Software and Control System. Offers scalability in loading options. Are fully enclosed with interlocked doors and windows for operator safety and part security. Can be fully integrated with the Spectrum S-900N series dispenser or operate independently with other SMEMA equipment.

Asymtek, www.asymtek.com

Fifth Axis Tilt (0 to 30 degrees) together with Four Position Rotate (0, 90, 180 and 270 degrees), are said to provide Film Coater applicators greater flexibility and increased access while conformal coating a printed circuit board. Tilt and rotate accessory is for coating vertical surfaces and underneath components. It enhances access to tight or hard-to-reach areas that may not be achievable with the standard downward approach (0 degrees). While the nozzle is tilted to 30 degrees, the mechanism can be rotated in 90-degree increments to direct the fan pattern to the left, right, front or back to coat all four sides of a component. Uses dual pneumatic motors for smooth, fast and quiet rotate action. Single action rotate speed is variable using flow controls. Is compatible with Select Coat SL-940E platform configured with Film Coater Applicators (SC-104/SC-105 or SC-204/SC-205).

Asymtek, www.asymtek.com