TrueHeight Spacer Blocks non-collapse disc spacers are said to improve yields of assemblies with large BGA devices. Enables reflow soldering of some types of through-hole devices. Are said to mitigate corner solder bridging caused by BGA warping during SMT reflow. Come in tape-and-reel packaging for automatic placement. Aid in intrusive reflow applications where there is either no standoff function or inadequate clearance under through-hole components by raising the component off the PCB, permitting solder to reflow freely to achieve 100% hole fill. Height control + 0.010mm.
Alpha, www.alpha.alent.com
Bi rework solder paste is designed for desoldering Pb-free components and for LED removal. Reduces risk of board damage during desoldering. With desoldering temp. of 180°C, it reduces desoldering temperatures and times. Is a no-clean, halide-free flux. Features easy dispensing and cleanup. Provides excellent removal of through-hole and SMT components. Is RoHS compliant.
The Balver Zinn Group, www.balverzinn.com
BP 256 solder joint encapsulant is for BGA, CSP, flip-chip, PoP, and other ball bumping applications. Is said to create a solder joint bond five to 10 times stronger than a conventional solder joint, enhancing reliability and eliminating cracking. For use in lead-free, SnPb and SnBi processes. Reworkable.
Yincae, http://www.yincae.com/technical-information.html
iFlex T2 surface mount machine can place component heights up to 21mm. Includes tray and tube feeding capability. Is designed for high mix environments. Reportedly achieves first-pass yield production levels with defect levels of less than 1dpm.
Assembléon, www.assembleon.com
Quad 01005 ceramic nozzles enable placement for 0201 and 01005 micro-components. Measure 0.32mm OD with a 1mm ID.
Count On Tools, www.cotinc.com
Optymo 4.2 software is intended to help with design choices, component management, purchasing and inventory management. Reportedly simplifies workflow between design and operations. Offers three packages: Optymo Design, Optymo Essentials, and Optymo Advanced. Includes graphical exploration based on basic components; revision control for components; copy/paste function within and between applications; online help and application notes, and an export module of configurable data. Offers a tree view of component categories and subcategories.
Inlynk, www.inlynksoft.com