New Products
L-SF40 turnkey automatic pick-and-place system is managed by full desktop Windows computer with flat-screen monitor. Pick and Place Automation Equipment Model L-SF40Places a range of components from 0201 discretes and SOICs to PLCCs and 20 mil QFPs at placement rates up to 1800 cph. Tape reels & strips can be set up easily using PIK-strip feeders. Available feeders include 8, 12, 16, 24, 32 and 44mm versions. Handles reels, cut tape, stick/tube and loose components.
DDM Novastar, www.ddmnovastar.com
Stack Stick Feeder for Sigma Series modular mounters is for feeding odd-form components. Feeder can accommodate up to six sticks at a time; max length of each stick is 600mm. An auto change feature replaces empty sticks with full ones automatically. Changeover time is reportedly two sec.
Hitachi High Tech Instruments, http://www.hht‐eu.com
Step stencils now come in novel NiCut version said to have the quality of electroform stencil but with faster turn-around time. Offer flexibility for achieving proper solder paste height and volume. Feature smooth squeegee side stencil surface, uniform step thickness, NiCut trapezoidal aperture, and paste transfer. Suitable for fine-pitch components including BGAs, QFNs and resistor networks.
Photo Stencil, www.photostencil.com
RS Metrics creates analysis reports of key performance indicators that go beyond the standard set of OEE measurements of availability, performance and quality. Provides user-friendly way to view real-time WIP tracking, better manage materials and improve production control. Is entirely customizable and enables paperless functionalities. Enhances Lean manufacturing and value steam mapping of a factory floor.
Factivity, www.factivity.com
TNV25-508EMII-P convection reflow oven features a new flux collection system, an 8 degree per sec. cooling capability, and reduced nitrogen consumption (equal to or less than 500ppm: 100NL/min; equal or less to 200ppm: 180NL/min). Is 4996 x 1368 x 1690mm. Handles boards up to 250mm (width) x 330mm (length).
Tamura Systems, www.tfz-tamura.com
Auto-Dip systems feature touch-screen controlled models with programmable preheat and dip height settings and an adjustable, finger-type printed circuit board holder that grips the edges of the board throughout the soldering cycle. Is useful for heavy component-laden assemblies; can accept customized pallets of small, irregularly-shaped PCBs. An interchangeable version of the pin-type PCB holder is included; permits simultaneous soldering of multiple PCBs, randomly placed on the fixture-less bed-of-nails loading platform. Have titanium solder pots with high-precision temperature controllers for use with Pb-free SAC or SnPb solders. Include automatic dross skimmer and collection trough and startup timer. Largest model can handle PCBs up to 600 x 350mm; has a 100kg solder pot. EZ-Flux 500A spray fluxing system included. For short-run batch applications.
Manncorp, http://www.manncorp.com/Auto-Dip.html
