Circuits Assembly Online Magazine - Features

The CV629 cartridge valve weighs 4.8 oz. and is suitable for lubricants, silicones and adhesives. Said to be ideal for manual operations for which where frequent dispensing deposits must be applied. Is recommended for integration in an automated system, where the quick-change one-piece cartridge seal ensures minimal maintenance and reduced downtime. Stroke is adjustable and valve is recommended for micro shots or fine-beads. Maximum fluid pressure is 300 psi.

I&J Fisnar Inc., www.ijfisnar.com

Laser cutting system is for SMT solder paste stencils and other thin metal components and parts. Said to cut standard SMT stencils at 13,000-18,000 apertures per hr. (an increase of 30-50%). Features include LongLife laser source, which consists of a high-power fiber laser; reportedly operates at reduced power requirements. FastCut beam delivery system enables MultiCut to cut small apertures of any shape without any table motion. Said to boost production throughput, especially when cutting BGA and µBGA stencils.

LPKF Laser & Electronics, www.lpkfusa.com

The real-time top-side preheating module is for high-mass assemblies. Promotes draw of solder through barrel to the board’s top side. Provides internal continuous preheat during selective soldering. Can be used as the primary preheating function or to maximize productivity when used in combination with discrete pre-heaters to maintain board temp. during soldering operation. An optical pyrometer reads actual PCB temperature with real-time, closed-loop control.

ACE Production Technologies, www.ace-protech.com

HDPE Pure-Touch liquid dispensing bottles are available with chemical names acetone, isopropanol, and DI water. Imprints are said to be non-smearing and non-running. Ideal when multiple chemicals are being used on a single workstation. Square shape provides stability and allows compact storage. Capacity is 4 oz.

Menda, www.mendapump.com

Vibration-isolation workstation accessories reportedly permit customization without interference to vibration isolation. Shelving holds heavy loads; is isolated from tabletop. Styles include keyboard shelves, sliding shelves, and overhead equipment shelves. Monitor supports (corner-mount, LCD, double, or LCD double), electrical outlet strips, front and side guard rails, padded armrests, height extensions (integral or field-retrofit), braces, seismic restraints, kinematic feet, and retractable casters are available. Faraday Cages to shield sensitive devices from electrical and magnetic interference are also offered; built of high-density, 16-mesh copper screen; can be customized with doors, shelves, monitor stands, electrical outlet strips, lighting, etc. Provide attenuation of up to 100 dB below 500 kHz, 60 dB below 50 MHz, and 20 dB below 5 GHz.

Kinetic Systems, www.kineticsystems.com

The VS/NS 800-1000 series reflow ovens come with eight or 10 heating and two cooling zones. Are nitrogen capable, with self-contained chillers. Control temperatures to a reported 1°C. Feature dual thermal sensors for heater protection, step force cooling capable of 3°C/sec. cooling slope; independent temperature and blower speed controls. Come standard with KIC 24/7 remote process monitor.

JT Electronic Equipment, www.jt-ele.com