PC-TF16-24 hyQ feeder is for Paraquda and Cobra pick-and-place machines. Can be used for 16mm and 24mm tape widths. Placement machine can detect is automatically. Feeders can be exchanged during production. Automatically threads tape and cover tape. Integrated tape pull-back system prevents jamming. Both 7" and 13" reels can be installed; pocket depth can be up to 13mm. Has feeding time of 60ms for 4mm.

Essemtec, www.essemtec.com

Radial 88HT and VCD 88HT through-hole component mounters have expanded component ranges and come as upgrades for existing Gen. 8 and 88 machines. Reportedly provide twice the throughput of older AI equipment. Radial 88HT accommodates largest range of components on a single machine with quad-span insertion tooling (2.5mm, 5mm, 7.5mm, and 10mm); addresses high-density applications with single-span insertion tooling. Has a programmable clinch height. With an available Tall Part Kit, it places components as tall as 27mm. Includes easy-load dispense heads, 100+ feeder locations, and a component verification system that validates product setups. Is suited for LED, compact fluorescent, and energy-efficient lighting products.

Universal Instruments, www.uic.com 

Xi series of miniature barcode readers are reportedly the smallest, most lightweight imagers available with embedded Ethernet. Mini Hawk Xi and MS-4Xi imagers are for almost any automation environment, with decode algorithms to read 1D/2D symbols, including DPM. Feature 10 to 30 VDC power requirements, optoisolated I/O, and RJ45 and M12 connectors, along with compatibility with M12 accessories. Include visible LED indicators. Feature X-Mode decode algorithms for reading damaged, distorted or low-contrast codes. Mini Hawk Xi includes autofocus and high-speed and high-resolution configurations.

Microscan, www.microscan.com

XJTAG v. 3.0 boundary scan development software is faster and more intuitive. Features run-time enhancements which boost the speed of XJEase testing and device programming in XJDeveloper and XJRunner. XJAnalyser can now be used as an integrated function in XJDeveloper as well as in its standalone form. Now uses knowledge contained in an XJDeveloper project (netlist information, constant pin settings, etc.), and XJAnalyser can open XJDeveloper and XJRunner projects, while XJDeveloper can access the full functionality of XJAnalyser. JTAG Chain Debugger now integrated into XJDeveloper.

XJTAG, www.xjtag.com