HP-520SPI is closed-loop solder paste inspection system that provides real-time measurement and control of solder paste. Automatically adjusts squeegee pressure and speed, initiates screen cleaning sequence, and stops production if a PCB cannot be brought into programmed specification. Three-stage automatic conveyor buffers printed circuit boards on entrance and exit. Features edge clamping; programmable control of squeegee pressure during print stroke; servo-controlled support table.

SJ Inno Tech, www.sjinnotech.com

Thermoset UR-288 urethane encapsulant cures at room temperature to produce a flame-retardant, semi-flexible material. Exhibits low shrinkage and stress on components as it cures, and maintains a low viscosity that reportedly achieves complete, void-free encapsulation. Suitable for curing at room temperature. Produces low exothermic heat rise during cure.

Lord Corp., lord.com/electronicmaterials

ezLOAD PCB support system for EKRA screen printers features precision machined aluminum base with magnetic supports and soft, ESD-safe foam fingers. Is said to reduce changeover times and improves product build quality. Features active grip technology to securely hold boards during screen printing process and is ESD-safe. Requires no air, electronics or communication from the user. Is said to be compatible with any SMT equipment, from pick-and-place to chipshooters, screen printers, dispensers, AOI equipment and more. Customizable.

Count On Tools Inc., www.cotinc.com/ezload

Two OpenSCAD source files for designing a resistor lead forming tool. Bends resistor and diode leads uniformly and consistently. Files come in the following styles:

• Metric: lead spacings in increments of 2mm; imperial: lead spacings in increments of 0.05".
• Narrow: for small resistors with bodies no longer than 6.75mm (0.25"); wide: for medium resistors with bodies no longer than 10.50mm (0.40")
• Long: a long tool with lead spacings up to 40mm (1.5"); short: a shorter tool with lead spacings up to 30mm (1.0").

Files are fully parameterized, making it easy to change the increments, dimensions, spacings, widths, etc. of the tools by editing the files and re-rendering the tool.

Thingiverse, www.thingiverse.com/thing:26025