Hysol FP4581 and FP4583 are liquid epoxy encapsulants for use as underfills for flip-chip devices. FP4581 is formulated high-lead, bumped large die flip-chip packages. Is said to have low coefficient of thermal expansion properties and improved toughness over previous materials; forms a rigid, low-stress seal on solder joints. Is said to be ideal for flip-chip devices that require improved crack and fracture resistance. Is compatible with most no-clean flux systems. FP4583 is for applications requiring a fine filler. Contains fillers less than or equal to 2 µm in diameter; is formulated for overmolded components.
Henkel Corp., www.henkel.com/electronics
The YTV B3 benchtop AOI now comes standard with Fusion Lighting. Said to offer up to 3x improvement in inspection speed and advanced image processing. Consists of more than 600 colored LED lights that project to the PCB surface from different angles (high, medium and low). Enhanced contrast in the image is said to allow inspection algorithms to identify features in component body or solder joints that would have been previously difficult to see. Is available with two top-down viewing thin cameras for inspection of components down to 01005s. Cameras reportedly permit small component inspection without a significant increase in cycle times.
YESTech, www.yestechinc.com
Pyramax 100 reflow oven comes in 8-zone air or nitrogen models, and recaches 350ºC maximum temperature. Is Pb-free capable, reportedly has low nitrogen and power consumption, and uses closed loop convection control. Delivers features like side-to-side recirculation, and convection efficiency that reportedly reduces zone temperature set points. Features Windows-based Wincon oven control software and smart-tracking SMEMA conveyors.
BTU International Inc., www.btu.com
StatNot XC is a static dissipative material that can be combined with existing materials, such as the NP510A fiberglass epoxy composite. The composite surface is said to maintain a surface resistivity of 106 to 109 ohms per sq. Said to be ideal for applications in the electronics assembly market, such as test fixtures and assembly work surfaces. Is tested and certified to a surface resistivity range of 105 to 1010 ohms per sq.
Norplex-Micarta, www.norplex-micarta.com
PCB Artist software is a free layout package that includes schematic symbol, footprint and part creation wizards to streamline the PCB design process and reportedly reduce component creation time to as little as five minutes. Customers can draw from an extensive library of components. Includes automated component placement and trace routing; back-and-forward integration that permits users to make changes to the schematic that automatically translate to the PCB design. Gerber-formatted files available on request.
PCB Artist, www.pcbartist.com
The Icon i8 fully automatic screen printer is said to wield high throughput and flexibility. Has been developed to meet the precise demands of the Asian electronics market. Features a high degree of automation; reportedly reduces product changeover time to 2 min. and product setup time to less than 10 min. Delivers a 12 sec. cycle time and 350 x 300 mm max. board dimensions. Includes a compact auto tooling system and advanced statistical process control software; uses SPC techniques; vacuum under screen cleaner; available in 400 and 520 mm widths; paste on pad solder verification. Print speeds from 2 mm to 150 mm/sec.; can handle boards from 40 x 50 mm up to 350 x 300 mm, and a thickness of 0.2 to 6.0 mm. Max. board weight is 1 Kg.
Icon Technologies, www.iconprinter.com
