M40 solder pastes are low silver for reduced cost lead-free soldering. Is said to maintain workability of higher silver pastes and overcome reduction in thermal fatigure resistance. Is said to prevent tombstoning and limit solder surface glare. Solidus temperature is 211C, peak temperature is 222C. Is a SnAg1.0Cu0.7Bi1.6 alloy. Halogen-free version available.
Senju Metal, www.senju-m.co.jp/en/product/ecosolder/halogenfree/index.html
Advantis 3 AC-90T high-speed placement platform comes with three 30-spindle Lightning heads to improve line output. Features a triple-beam, dual drive overhead gantry, and on-the-head vision. Reportedly places up to 100,000 cph.
Universal Instruments, www.uic.com
Genesis GC-120Q high volume placement machine has a quad beam, dual drive overhead gantry with patented linear motor positioning. Features four 30-spindle Lightning placement head and dual on-the-head camera optics.
Universal Instruments, www.uic.com
MUNICH -- Day 3 at Productronica has come and gone, with fireworks both literal and figurative.
MUNICH – Any fears that Productronica would be a disappointment were allayed today. The crowds were out in force, with the show floor busy from opening to close.
Premium CX600 inline vapor phase machine reproduces the same results as IBL’s standalone machines, but can be integrated into a fully automatic line with SMEMA interface and continuous throughput. Features include three internal chambers; automatic air locks; SVTC soft vapor temperature control; process viewing; rapid cooling; lowest fluid consumption, and automated operation.
IBL - Löttechnik GmbH, http://www.ibl-tech.com/
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