The EKRA Enhanced Evaluation system is said to provide 100% inspection at line rate speeds. Features parallax-free optics and rectified imaging; permits a full shadow-free image of the substrate and automatic comparison of the print to the stencil CAD data. Scans and analyzes a PCB of 400 mm x 300 mm within 25 sec. at a resolution of 21 µm.
Three instruments are handheld capacitance and LCR (inductance, capacitance, resistance) meters for easy access to component testing; the fourth is a handheld multi-function calibrator/meter that provides two-in-one functionality for on-the-go characterization of process-control devices. The U1701A capacitance meter and U1731A/U1732A LCR meters include one-touch measurements, tolerance testing (with visual and audible indication), value recording (with min., max. and average), and a dual display. U1401A features include simultaneous source-and-measure capability, full-span DMM measurement and recording functions, and a backlit dual display.
SN100C P520 D5 Pb-free solder paste is said to reduce shrinkage defects, slow intermetallic growth, and offer high-impact strength for 0402 components. Reportedly reflows with minute solder volumes, wets on all common substrates, exhibits minimal cracking of flux residue, and has good hot slump performance.