BP Win 4.58 offers support for very small package (VSP) devices.
Offered exclusively on BP Win Automated Programming Systems, support for VSP devices currently includes MSOP8, TSOC6, and the smallest device, SOT23, with dimensions of 1.63 x 2.95 mm. Other VSP devices may be supported by entering a device request through BP Micro’s web page.
Modifications to the software allowed the use of the existing CyberOptics laser alignment vision system to accurately pick and place VSP devices without degradations to system throughput.
BP Microsystems, bpmicro.com
Today’s highly flexible, fast SMT placement machines are designed for just-in-time manufacturing; they can run multiple jobs at once, have 300 or more ‘smart’ feeders loaded at any time with the entire range of components from 0201s up to 55 x 55 mm at high speeds. As feeders index components for pick up and placement, repeatable accuracy is critical. CeTaQ announces the availability of a machine Capability Analysis (MCA) service that verifies feeder and shuttle motion repeatability.
Michael Sivigny, general manager, said, “One of the consequences of the move to lead-free assembly is less tolerance for even slight variations in placement accuracy. Components do not self-center as easily during reflow with lead-free solders. Consequently, placement accuracy is more important than ever. While there are other aspects of pick and place machine accuracy addressed by our services, this approach specifically addresses issues with feeders. Our feeder calibration service is critical to ensure repeatability of pick location, feeder indexing, component location, and sprocket repeatability. This is of particular importance for handling components such as tiny 0201 and 01005 chips.”
CeTaQ’s service involves the use of a ‘smart’ camera that works in conjunction with its mobile metrology system. Additionally, the service dovetails with a feeder maintenance program designed to ensure continued accuracy once feeder accuracy and repeatability issues have been corrected. The service and methodology can also be applied to die feeders and picked die from cutting.
Michael Sivigny, general manager, said, “One of the consequences of the move to lead-free assembly is less tolerance for even slight variations in placement accuracy. Components do not self-center as easily during reflow with lead-free solders. Consequently, placement accuracy is more important than ever. While there are other aspects of pick and place machine accuracy addressed by our services, this approach specifically addresses issues with feeders. Our feeder calibration service is critical to ensure repeatability of pick location, feeder indexing, component location, and sprocket repeatability. This is of particular importance for handling components such as tiny 0201 and 01005 chips.”
CeTaQ’s service involves the use of a ‘smart’ camera that works in conjunction with its mobile metrology system. Additionally, the service dovetails with a feeder maintenance program designed to ensure continued accuracy once feeder accuracy and repeatability issues have been corrected. The service and methodology can also be applied to die feeders and picked die from cutting.
CeTaQ Americas, cetaq-americas.com
TREK StandAlone Wash Module is a SMEMA compatible module that can interface with any existing conveyorized inline washer, regardless of manufacturer.
The module provides chemistry cleaning capability to an existing cleaner that may not support a chemical wash process, or may have poor chemical isolation. Ideal for manufacturers faced with conversion to Pb-free soldering processes where chemistry cleaning is required, but not supported by the current washer.
Provides a heated recirculated spray wash in addition to chemical isolation, turning any
The module provides chemistry cleaning capability to an existing cleaner that may not support a chemical wash process, or may have poor chemical isolation. Ideal for manufacturers faced with conversion to Pb-free soldering processes where chemistry cleaning is required, but not supported by the current washer.
Provides a heated recirculated spray wash in addition to chemical isolation, turning any
washer into a chemistry compatible cleaning system. Can be optioned with Liquid Lock technology, which reportedly reduces consumption of cleaning solution and power. By sealing the wash zone with an entry and exit laminar flow of fluid, it traps the atomized spray in the wash chamber, essentially eliminating atomized spray mist exhaust.
Options include: presoak stage, filtration, automatic chemical injection, top belt and various levels of spray pump performance packages.
Stoelting, stoelting.com
Options include: presoak stage, filtration, automatic chemical injection, top belt and various levels of spray pump performance packages.
Stoelting, stoelting.com
CAM350 Release 9.1 is the latest version of the software for the verification and optimization of PCBs. Streams Rule Check is now included at no additional charge in the mid-level CAM-350 configurations. The release also enhances the interfaces to major CAD systems including Mentor, Cadence and AutoCAD.
Streams Rule Check allows Design Rule checks, Design for Manufacturing checks and Netlist Comparison checks to be run simultaneously (or all in one “stream”), shortening the time it takes to analyze a design. It also allows a designer to save the stream based on technology, manufacturing capabilities or other requirements and recall it for use on future designs. The company will also deliver this functionality to customers under maintenance.
Other enhancements include: DFF analysis checks; interface updates; soldermask analysis enhancements; enhancements to minimum space and minimum width analyses; Latium updates; full screen mode; and defect fixes
DownStream Technologies, downstreamtech.com
Streams Rule Check allows Design Rule checks, Design for Manufacturing checks and Netlist Comparison checks to be run simultaneously (or all in one “stream”), shortening the time it takes to analyze a design. It also allows a designer to save the stream based on technology, manufacturing capabilities or other requirements and recall it for use on future designs. The company will also deliver this functionality to customers under maintenance.
Other enhancements include: DFF analysis checks; interface updates; soldermask analysis enhancements; enhancements to minimum space and minimum width analyses; Latium updates; full screen mode; and defect fixes
DownStream Technologies, downstreamtech.com
CP0402 family of High Directivity LGA Termination Couplers provides high frequency performance and rugged construction for reliable automatic assembly. This miniature component is ideal for mobile communications, satellite TV receivers, GPS, vehicle location systems and wireless LANs.
The low-profile couplers, in frequencies from 400 MHz to 6 GHz, feature 3W continuous power dissipation, low insertion loss and high directivity (>20db). Available in Pb-free versions, with the parts providing excellent solderability and self-alignment during reflow.
AVX Corp., avx.com
The low-profile couplers, in frequencies from 400 MHz to 6 GHz, feature 3W continuous power dissipation, low insertion loss and high directivity (>20db). Available in Pb-free versions, with the parts providing excellent solderability and self-alignment during reflow.
AVX Corp., avx.com
The Solderite product line has been developed for hand soldering stations and reportedly provides a cost effective solution to Pb-free solder implementation.
Addresses RoHS Compliance by providing substantial changes in the design of the soldering station. The three foremost properties of any soldering station are: Power, Temperature Control and Soldering Tip. The patented technology and design of the power supply and temperature sensing in these new products reportedly produce the fastest temperature recovery time on the market. Electroplated soldering tips ensure quality soldering and extended tip life.
Soldering stations underwent strict testing from lab, contract manufacturing and Pb-free soldering training centers. The tip life has averaged a two-to-one rate compared to standard soldering tips. Tip replacement cost did not exceed the cost of standard soldering tips.
Technology Asset Services, solderite.com
Addresses RoHS Compliance by providing substantial changes in the design of the soldering station. The three foremost properties of any soldering station are: Power, Temperature Control and Soldering Tip. The patented technology and design of the power supply and temperature sensing in these new products reportedly produce the fastest temperature recovery time on the market. Electroplated soldering tips ensure quality soldering and extended tip life.
Soldering stations underwent strict testing from lab, contract manufacturing and Pb-free soldering training centers. The tip life has averaged a two-to-one rate compared to standard soldering tips. Tip replacement cost did not exceed the cost of standard soldering tips.
Technology Asset Services, solderite.com
