Laser cut stencils are said to deliver aperture definition and superior dimensional tolerances for pitch apertures down to 0.016". On a 600 x 600 mm area, it reportedly is possible to cut features with an aperture of ±9 µm and a positional tolerance of ±12.5 µm. Permits cutting of circular pads with a diameter of 30 to 800 µm. The LPKF MultiCut is designed for the best possible metal stencil cutting quality; permits minimum apertures of 40 µm diameter.
Fine Line Stencil, www.finelinestencil.com
The free V7.01 IPC-7351 Land Pattern Calculator is said to generate results that match the LP Viewer library documentation. Component families that have been added: aluminum electrolytic capacitors; 2-pin crystals, and land grid arrays. Is a scaled-down version of the LP Wizard. Calculates CAD library parts that comply with the latest IPC-7351 revision.
PCB Matrix Corp.,
Nonlinear vector network analyzer is for the PNA-X microwave network analyzer. Features nonlinear component characterization, nonlinear scattering X-parameters, and nonlinear pulse envelope domain capabilities. Can measure the calibrated amplitude and cross-frequency relative phase of measured spectra from 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz. Component characterization is enabled by measuring and displaying both the amplitude and phase of the full spectra in the PNA-X network analyzer. Data can be displayed in time, frequency, power or user-defined custom domains.
Agilent Technologies Inc., www.agilent.com/find/nvna
The Reprint R23 Semi Automatic Screen Printer is designed to take stencil sizes up to a max. of 23". Has Windows-based interface. Large pad areas, BGAs and 01005 pad sizes are said to be easily handled. Features include 23" standard frame; closed loop servo motion control; dual squeegee print carriage; vertical motion profile for stencil/PCB separation; interlocks incorporated for safe operation; twin camera vision system for ultra-fine pitch printing; Mylar alignment aid, and a 17" LCD TFT flat screen monitor.
Reprinted Ltd., www.reprintservices.co.uk
The EL environmental enclosure is 27" x 27" x 45". Reportedly provides a stable test environment by blocking energy emitted by ambient environment and blocking air currents generated by heating and A/C ducts. A motorized camera slide and controller position camera for model board comparison and short circuit tests. Has platform with adjustable PCB mounts. Board sizes up to 22" x 20". Detects and locates PCBA defects, such as short circuits and stressed components; can be used to verify PCBA functionality.
OptoTherm, Inc., www.optotherm.com
OptoTherm, Inc., www.optotherm.com
Eco-Plus S03X7C-56M Pb-free wire is said to reduce or eliminate flux splatter, joint overheating and solder tip erosion and carbonization, while also improving wetting and solder joint strength. Reportedly reduces tip consumption caused by traditional Pb-free wires.
Adtool Corp., www.adtool.ca
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