ezLOAD PCB support system for EKRA screen printers features precision machined aluminum base with magnetic supports and soft, ESD-safe foam fingers. Is said to reduce changeover times and improves product build quality. Features active grip technology to securely hold boards during screen printing process and is ESD-safe. Requires no air, electronics or communication from the user. Is said to be compatible with any SMT equipment, from pick-and-place to chipshooters, screen printers, dispensers, AOI equipment and more. Customizable.

Count On Tools Inc., www.cotinc.com/ezload

Two OpenSCAD source files for designing a resistor lead forming tool. Bends resistor and diode leads uniformly and consistently. Files come in the following styles:

• Metric: lead spacings in increments of 2mm; imperial: lead spacings in increments of 0.05".
• Narrow: for small resistors with bodies no longer than 6.75mm (0.25"); wide: for medium resistors with bodies no longer than 10.50mm (0.40")
• Long: a long tool with lead spacings up to 40mm (1.5"); short: a shorter tool with lead spacings up to 30mm (1.0").

Files are fully parameterized, making it easy to change the increments, dimensions, spacings, widths, etc. of the tools by editing the files and re-rendering the tool.

Thingiverse, www.thingiverse.com/thing:26025

MX-5200 soldering, desoldering and rework series has dual-simultaneous ports. Two hand-pieces can work from one power supply at the same time. Dynamic option enables the two hand-pieces to share 80 watts output power. Includes four different hand-pieces and soldering and rework cartridges, including Advanced Hand-Piece for SMD rework, Ultra-Fine Hand-Piece for fine access, a Precision Tweezer capable of removing components from 0201 chips to 28mm SOICs, and a Desoldering Gun for removing through-hole components.

Metcal, www.metcal.com

PCB Magnetic Support Pins for Ekra screen printers are precision-machined from stainless steel and feature a strong magnet for secure operation. Guaranteed to be functional with the equipment and provide durability throughout production.

Count On Tools, www.cotinc.com