Circuits Assembly Online Magazine - Features

This high-speed robotic palletizing solution uses multiple robotic arms. Enables four-way orientation of cases. With full control of package label positioning, customers reportedly can showcase the same graphics on all four sides of the pallet, or orient barcodes to streamline scanning operations.

FKI Logistex, www.fkilogistex.com

The RD52 Vapor Phase reflow system is said to be ideal for higher volume production and inline processing. Offers adjustable pin chain conveyors, 4-zone preheat section, horizontal reflow position, left to right product flow, touch screen operation, integrated controls, SMEMA upstream/downstream interface, barcode capability and other standard features. Max. product size is said to be 18" x 15" x 1.5", with an operating temperature of 200 C° to 320 C°.

R&D Technical Services Inc., www.rdtechnicalservices.com

Aquavator stencil wiping fabric is said to merely require water to activate solder cleaning agent. Reportedly contains harmless chemicals embedded throughout ESD fibers. Said to be safer for people and the environment and to prevent spills, flammability issues and shelf-life concerns. Is Pb-free and vacuum compatible.

High-Tech Conversions Inc., www.high-techconversions.com

The Triton three-way dispensing system is available on the FiberCare line of fiber optic cleaning solvents. Is said to improve the quality of fiber optic cleaning. From a single can, users can dispense the solvent three different ways: with a hands-free mode to wet a lint-free wipe with solvent for cleaning connector end-faces, cleaning bare fiber or optical components; a dip mode to dampen a cleaning swab for cleaning connector end-faces inside alignment sleeves or fusion splicer V-grooves, and a spray mode to squirt solvent to flush contaminated areas such as alignment sleeves, adaptor caps or spray on any contaminated surface for cleaning. Changing between modes is reportedly instantaneous.

MicroCare Corp., www.microcare.com

BluePrint for PCBs Version 1.8 creates documentation that drives PCB fabrication, assembly and inspection. Delivers a new ODB++ based interface to Altium Designer. Extends the concept of “rolling releases”; customers are said to receive a continuous stream of improvements. Includes advanced visibility controls for components, pins, nets, drills, ref designators, part names and attributes; extended drill support; side view modifications; CAD style grid support; explode and side view modifications; usability enhancements, and software corrections.

DownStream, www.downstreamtech.com

The PRO thermal profiling system features an ultra-miniature datalogger. Is said to be the smallest profiling datalogger in the industry, measuring 100 x 50 x 9 mm. High-speed USB connectivity is used. Attaches by way of Smartlink to a range of adapters that provide between 6 and 16 measurement channels in a variety of configurations. Is protected by an upgraded heatshield system; makes light work of Pb-free operation while reportedly maintaining the smallest footprint for carrier-free operation. When fitted to WaveShuttle, it becomes a wave solder analyzer. Monitors top and bottom preheat and solder pot temperatures and chip and main wave contact over multiple points through the wave.

SolderStar, www.solderstar.com