159HF halogen-free water-soluble flux has a neutral pH. Formulated to perform under high temperatures and is compatible with leaded and lead-free alloys. With low solids content, it can be used in selective drop-jet spray soldering applications and wave soldering. Stays active during preheat and wave; performs well with multilayer boards. Provides ionic cleanliness after water cleaning and has been formulated to minimize foaming in the wash process. Can be used for SMT rework and touch-up soldering.

FCT Assembly, www.fctassembly.com

AXP and PS200 systems for strain (CTE) measurements now come with optional Digital Image Correlation module. Dual camera provides x-y strain metrology throughout a thermal profile from room temp. up to 300°C. Has resolution approaching 100 microstrains.

Akrometrix, www.akrometrix.com

YSi-V 12M TypeHS hybrid automated optical inspection system is based on YSi-V, which can carry out high-speed, high-res 2D inspection, height and inclined surface 3D inspection, and four-directional inclined image inspections. Features a 25% speed increase in 3D inspection and enhanced responsiveness for its high-speed projector in joint 3D image capture at the height throughout its field of view. Has improved image processing capability. Includes iProDB inspection history management software; stores and analyzes information generated from the source of rejected items.

Yamaha Motor IM, www.yamaha-motor-im.eu

Automated Optical Shaping (AOS) is a laser-based tool for selectively completing missing gold or copper patterns on panels. Laser removes gold and copper selectively; reconstructs pattern shape; fills opens with copper. Accompanying software shows 3D images in color at all angles. Complements Closed Loop Shaping, which removes excess copper without damaging the laminate.

Orbotech, www.orbotech.com