MPM Momentum Compact printer is 30% smaller overall than the standard Momentum. Equipped with the new EnclosedFlow print head option, it reportedly prints fine features such as 01005s and 0.3mm pitch CSPs with up to 50% greater volume and 25% lower deviation than squeegee blades, and paste volumes over 50% for 150µm apertures with a 0.35 area ratio. Wet print accuracy reportedly 18µm @ 6ó, Cpk>2. Configured standalone or inline. Other options include board snugging, auto paste dispenser, paste height monitor, 2D contrast and enhanced inspection, board support, and print capability verification.

Speedline Technologies, www.speedlinetech.com

Ultra thin double coated tapes are for bonding and attaching components and assemblies where high dielectric strength is required. REACH and RoHS compatible. Come in polyimide (PI) and polyester (PET). Have dielectric strengths up to 13.2kV. Include acrylic and silicone adhesives with a variety of liners for die cutting into complex shapes and auto application. Halogen-free UL94 VTM0 flame-retardant and antistatic versions also available. Antistatic versions have peel voltages of <100v and surface resistances of 10^5 to 10^9 Ohms.

Polyonics, www.polyonics.com

NC277 VOC-free liquid flux is said to be as electrically safe as alcohol-based flux and has a medium residue suitable for long thermal demands. Withstands thermal preheats required for palletized selective soldering. Has a broad activation range, and is for use in lead-free wave soldering with tin-silver-copper, tin-silver, tin-copper, and other alloys. Reportedly has low post-process residues and can reduce preventative maintenance requirements in spray fluxing applications. Is no-clean, non-visible residue flux, but can be cleaned. Meets IPC SIR 2.6.3.7 test in an air-dried state. Sealed shelf life of nine months at room temperature.

AIM Solder, www.aimsolder.com

NXT III component mounter features a faster XY robot, faster tape feeders, and a new "flying vision" parts camera. New H24 head is said to be capable of 35,000 cph per module. Reportedly capable of placement accuracy of +/-25 microns. Can reportedly places parts down to 03015 package styles.

Fuji Machine Mfg., fujiamerica.com