VisualCAM hosts a series of new features and technology, such as HyperNETLIST generation, which reportedly increases netlist generation performance over competitive tools by 5-10X. Offers Assembly Reverse Engineering functionality, which focuses on providing component centroid information when all a user has to work from is Gerber data.
Offers five different methods of component identification, including automatic processes that can work from information found within a standard bare-board production dataset. The results allow for a reverse engineering flow in as little as a few seconds.
Also contains to help increase throughput while processing data. Graphical Netlist Comparison performance has been increased 5X over GT-Fabricator, while Draw-to- Flash Conversion has been increased 5-10X. An automatic Draw-to-Flash conversion is now offered, which reduces the amount of “hands-on” time required. Paste Mask Stencil Enhancement offers greater control during shape replacement to minimize the iterations required to achieve the desired mask results.
Includes 100+ additional enhancements to core technology. Migration offers are available to GerbTool users that wish to upgrade, however both product lines will remain.
WISE Software Solutions, wssi.com
Offers five different methods of component identification, including automatic processes that can work from information found within a standard bare-board production dataset. The results allow for a reverse engineering flow in as little as a few seconds.
Also contains to help increase throughput while processing data. Graphical Netlist Comparison performance has been increased 5X over GT-Fabricator, while Draw-to- Flash Conversion has been increased 5-10X. An automatic Draw-to-Flash conversion is now offered, which reduces the amount of “hands-on” time required. Paste Mask Stencil Enhancement offers greater control during shape replacement to minimize the iterations required to achieve the desired mask results.
Includes 100+ additional enhancements to core technology. Migration offers are available to GerbTool users that wish to upgrade, however both product lines will remain.
WISE Software Solutions, wssi.com
Ultra 2400 Dispensing Workstation allows electronics assemblers to apply uniform amounts of solder paste, flux and other assembly fluids.
Removes guesswork and variability by using a precision air regulator and microprocessor-controlled timer to determine how much material is applied. Shot size is controlled through a combination of dispensing tip size, air pressure and dispense time, which is adjustable in .0001 sec. increments for exceptional control of deposit size.
Material is dispensed from a syringe barrel that can be held like a pen or mounted on an optional arm. To put an identical amount of material on each part, the operator just places the dispense tip in position and presses the electric foot pedal.
Includes simultaneous digital displays of all dispensing parameters (including air pressure, shot count, dispense time and vacuum), and a “Teach” function that simplifies initial setup. Can be programmed on-site in nine languages, provides automatic voltage conversion and includes power adapters for various countries.
Mounting panels and accessories allows customization. Options include a flexible task light, 1.7X magnifier for precision work, flexible syringe barrel mounting arm, and ergonomic grip with a touch-sensor finger switch and LED spotlight to illuminate the dispensing area.
Includes an introductory supply of syringe barrels, pistons and dispense tips, along with a 10-year warranty.
EFD Inc., efd-inc.com
Removes guesswork and variability by using a precision air regulator and microprocessor-controlled timer to determine how much material is applied. Shot size is controlled through a combination of dispensing tip size, air pressure and dispense time, which is adjustable in .0001 sec. increments for exceptional control of deposit size.
Material is dispensed from a syringe barrel that can be held like a pen or mounted on an optional arm. To put an identical amount of material on each part, the operator just places the dispense tip in position and presses the electric foot pedal.
Includes simultaneous digital displays of all dispensing parameters (including air pressure, shot count, dispense time and vacuum), and a “Teach” function that simplifies initial setup. Can be programmed on-site in nine languages, provides automatic voltage conversion and includes power adapters for various countries.
Mounting panels and accessories allows customization. Options include a flexible task light, 1.7X magnifier for precision work, flexible syringe barrel mounting arm, and ergonomic grip with a touch-sensor finger switch and LED spotlight to illuminate the dispensing area.
Includes an introductory supply of syringe barrels, pistons and dispense tips, along with a 10-year warranty.
EFD Inc., efd-inc.com
SFX-6216 I/O module with VarioCore technology is the next member of the boundary scan hardware platform Scanflex. Is a 16-channel voltage measurement module with application-specific, in-system reconfigurable add-on resources based on VarioCore.
Can take bipolar voltage measurements on up to 16 different points in conjunction with JTAG/Boundary Scan operations. Can be combined with Scanflex TAP transceivers and controllers based on PCI, PXI, PXI Express, USB, FireWire or LAN. Features programmable range selection, external triggering and VarioCore for universal use, e.g. for the test of DC/DC converter, digital/analog converter, or digital potentiometer functionality. Ability to reconfigure integrated module resources also allows the implementation of complex dynamic sample and storage functions, which can run autonomously.
Fully supported in software suite System Cascon starting with version 4.3. Module programming and test program handling of analog/digital data is provided on basis of CASLAN commands. By simultaneously using multiple SFX-6216 modules, the channel number can be expanded as needed. Are automatically identified by AutoDetect feature. The software also manages the diverse VarioCore module configurations.
GÖPEL electronic, www.goepel.com
Can take bipolar voltage measurements on up to 16 different points in conjunction with JTAG/Boundary Scan operations. Can be combined with Scanflex TAP transceivers and controllers based on PCI, PXI, PXI Express, USB, FireWire or LAN. Features programmable range selection, external triggering and VarioCore for universal use, e.g. for the test of DC/DC converter, digital/analog converter, or digital potentiometer functionality. Ability to reconfigure integrated module resources also allows the implementation of complex dynamic sample and storage functions, which can run autonomously.
Fully supported in software suite System Cascon starting with version 4.3. Module programming and test program handling of analog/digital data is provided on basis of CASLAN commands. By simultaneously using multiple SFX-6216 modules, the channel number can be expanded as needed. Are automatically identified by AutoDetect feature. The software also manages the diverse VarioCore module configurations.
GÖPEL electronic, www.goepel.com
Practical Components announces the availability of dummy versions of Amkor’s new Dual Row MLF (MicroLeadFrame) package. With two rows of lands, for devices requiring up to 164 I/O.
Typical applications include hard disk drives, USB controllers and Wireless LAN. The small size and weight, along with thermal and electrical performance, make the MLF package good for handheld portable applications, or other applications where size, weight and package performance are required issues.
Benefits include:
Benefits include:
· Small size (reduce package footprint by 50% and improve RF performance) and weight
· Standard leadframe process flow and equipment
· Excellent thermal and electrical performance
· 0.6 to 1.5 mm maximum height
· 4 to 164 I/O
· 1 to 12 mm body size
· Thin profile and superior die to body size ratio
· Standard leadframe process flow and equipment
· Excellent thermal and electrical performance
· 0.6 to 1.5 mm maximum height
· 4 to 164 I/O
· 1 to 12 mm body size
· Thin profile and superior die to body size ratio
· Lead-free/green
· Flexible designs and high yields.
· Flexible designs and high yields.
Practical Components is the exclusive distributor of mechanical samples ¾ or “dummy components” ¾ for Amkor Technology.
Practical Components Inc., www.practicalcomponents.com
Corelis has added direct I2C and SPI-based device programming capabilities for the ScanExpress Boundary-Scan System that employs JTAG controllers. SPI and I2C interfaces are independent of the JTAG test interface; the user can use the same JTAG controller to test the board and perform direct programming of serial EEPROM and flash memories without removing the JTAG connector or switching to a dedicated SPI and I2C programmer.
The user needs only to enable the direct programming option on the Test Programming file Generator (ScanExpressTPG) to create the SPI and I2C programming files. The programmer automatically detects the file type and programs the device using either the SPI protocol or the I2C.
Serial FLASH/EEPROM devices can be programmed at speeds up to the device theoretical programming time. This typically 10 times faster than programming the devices indirectly using JTAG. Programming capability allows versatile I2C and SPI device access.
Customers can upgrade their old controllers to include the new direct programming feature.
Corelis, corelis.com
The user needs only to enable the direct programming option on the Test Programming file Generator (ScanExpressTPG) to create the SPI and I2C programming files. The programmer automatically detects the file type and programs the device using either the SPI protocol or the I2C.
Serial FLASH/EEPROM devices can be programmed at speeds up to the device theoretical programming time. This typically 10 times faster than programming the devices indirectly using JTAG. Programming capability allows versatile I2C and SPI device access.
Customers can upgrade their old controllers to include the new direct programming feature.
Corelis, corelis.com
Easyteach is a software tool that makes selective soldering set-up fast and simple. An operator uses a simple graphic image of the assembly – a JPEG or flat scan – to program the soldering sequence for any assembly in a matter of minutes with a few mouse clicks.
Anyone who can use a photo-editing program, or layout a newsletter, can master ‘Easyteach’. No specialized CAD tools, sophisticated training or computer programming abilities are needed. Begins with a simple graphic image of the PCB that will be soldered. The user selects fluxing and soldering points on the image, clicks to mark the fluxing and soldering points, and the program automatically sets up the fluxing and soldering sequence in minutes.
Sets of sequences can be copied or duplicated for multiple boards, and the program automatically calculates the path and sequence for the soldering points. The operator marks the sites to be soldered and indicates the board’s outer dimensions.
Part of mySelective 6745, an in-line capable, compact, modular selective soldering system for medium volume, high-mix assembly. Features precision flexible robotics, optimized product handling and a compact footprint. Preheat modules and fluxing units can be added. Incorporates an IR preheating module, dropjet fluxer and SelectWave nozzle.
Vitronics Soltec, vitronics-soltec.com
Anyone who can use a photo-editing program, or layout a newsletter, can master ‘Easyteach’. No specialized CAD tools, sophisticated training or computer programming abilities are needed. Begins with a simple graphic image of the PCB that will be soldered. The user selects fluxing and soldering points on the image, clicks to mark the fluxing and soldering points, and the program automatically sets up the fluxing and soldering sequence in minutes.
Sets of sequences can be copied or duplicated for multiple boards, and the program automatically calculates the path and sequence for the soldering points. The operator marks the sites to be soldered and indicates the board’s outer dimensions.
Part of mySelective 6745, an in-line capable, compact, modular selective soldering system for medium volume, high-mix assembly. Features precision flexible robotics, optimized product handling and a compact footprint. Preheat modules and fluxing units can be added. Incorporates an IR preheating module, dropjet fluxer and SelectWave nozzle.
Vitronics Soltec, vitronics-soltec.com
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