Auto Dip is a compact semiautomatic Pb-free solder dipping machine, reportedly capable of processing a single board or pallets of up to 490 mm x 320 mm in 2 to 12 sec. Boards are placed on a fixtureless ultra-fine needle bed, which is said to retain PCBs without components being dislodged when dipped into the solder bath. Solder is applied while surface tension “floats” the boards at wetting height. Activation is controlled by microprocessor at adjustable intervals, or by foot pedal. A built-in motorized skimmer removes dross as needed. Adjustments exist for dwell time, temperature from 220º to 299 Cº, and dipping angle. Startup and shutdown times are controllable and can be preset for up to one week.

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The RFID Smart Reel Detection system uses RFID technology on reels of electronics components to complement traditional barcode labels during assembly. Is said to eliminate manual scanning of reels, by being automatically associated with feeders in a machine, offline setup area or storage location. Complements the Smart Feeder system.
 

Firefly laser-based automated selective soldering includes a SMEMA-compatible board conveyor system and fiducial recognition. Includes integrated temperature control system that reportedly provides continuous feedback and displays thermal profiles clearly in real-time, then stores the profiles and images of each soldered point, ensuring complete traceability. Integrates VIP software.