Anthem lead tinning system is ANSI, MIL, IEC and GEIA compliant. Is for high-precision, low- to mid-volume components and lead re-tinning. Features include two dynamic solder pots, preheat station, and flux station; high-precision ball screw drives; PID temperature control, and Windows PC. Programming control includes solder temperature; dynamic solder flow; emersion depth acceleration, deceleration, and feed rate; dwell time; X and Z axes, and optional rotary motion.

RPS Automation LLC, www.rpsautomation.com

Dual-VU inspection system delivers magnified real-time x-ray and optical component images simultaneously and at the same level of magnification. Can make direct, simultaneous comparisons between optical and x-ray images of a complex component. Reportedly reveals hidden solder bridges, voids and surface problems on BGAs in one pass. Simultaneously verifies solder joint integrity and placement accuracy of leaded IC components. Views component surface and interior at the same magnification, usually 15X. In failure analysis, signal traces on multilayer boards can be identified visually and tracked. Confirms electrical continuity of plating after drilling.

Glenbrook Technologies, www.glenbrooktech.com

TestWay reference coverage analysis tool quantifies and qualifies test coverage for a range of inspection and test equipments. Features probe analyzer, an interactive, rules-based routine to identify possible probe locations based on copper surface. Coordinates access constraints, spacing checks, test points assignment, use of largest probe size, pin offset and bead probes, and company-specific guidelines. Estimates ICT and FPT test coverage based on measurement capabilities of the targeted test equipment. Generates accessibility report that states whether adequate probe locations were identified for each net. Defines the test line and combines ICT or FPT with complementary test techniques, such as AOI, AXI, BST, FPT, ICT, MDA and functional test.

Aster Technologies, www.aster-technologies.com

FR-830 compact hot air preheater is said to deliver consistent heat through closed-loop temperature control, permitting preheating temperature between 300° and 572°F. Optional extension pipe extends airflow an additional 27 mm. vertically and a port to permit the preheating cycle to be activated by remote foot switch or hand switch. Can be integrated with Hakko FR-803B, so the start of the preheating cycle is directly controlled by the FR-803B rework profile. ESD-safe.

American Hakko Products, www.hakkousa.com