OptiCon X-Line 3D x-ray inspection system enables a safe quality control of solder joints on opposed mounted BGA components, such as in double-sided equipped DDR-RAM modules. Single-sided and double-sided equipped PCBs can be inspected within one test run. Can analyze both top and bottom sides of boards and all layers in between layer by layer. Each BGA solder ball is localized in x/y-direction, as well as z-direction. Relevant parameters of each solder joint are determined in three layers. Open solder joints and wetting defects can be detected; voids can be determined in size and z-position within a solder joint. Is able to detect solder connections at IC pins and two-pin components, as well as THT components. Uses GigaPixel image technology. Real-time multi-angle image recording enables a test speed of 40cm²/s for full 3D PCB capturing. Integrated reconstruction methods, based on digital tomosynthesis, allows defined evaluation of single layers.

Goepel electronic, www.goepel.com 

LMF 2000-SM 20W single mode fiber laser marker is for marking, scribing and cutting applications. Can produce finer lines (less than 30 µm) and increases the mark working area. Has an increased depth of focus for marking on curved surfaces. Is reportedly ideal for scribing and cutting alumina, silicon, copper and aluminum foils. Has high beam quality, with an M2 of less than 1.2. Permits only one propagation mode of light. Features a compact, air-cooled, robust design; PC, touch-screen, standalone or pendant operation; rotary and XYZ motion options, and a variety of marking software alternatives. Is compatible with all LMF standard configuration options for optics, heads, PC and motion.

Miyachi Unitek, www.miyachiunitek.com

FREH Freezer and EADH Air Duster contain hydrofluorocarbon propellant with improved environmental properties; reportedly can reduce CO₂ emissions by >99.5%. FREH Freezer is a nonflammable, noncorrosive refrigerant used for cooling small electronic and electrical components. Is said to lower temperatures to at least -50°C in seconds. Detects faulty soldered joints and overheating parts. Has an added extension tube. Eliminates dry joint location. Nonflammable EADH Air Duster helps remove all dust and airborne contamination from fragile or inaccessible areas on electrical and electronic equipment.

Electrolube, www.electrolube.com

CheckMate Stockroom software keeps track of inventory items by location. Can track inventory in the main stockroom, as well as multiple other locations. Tracks inventory by multiple units of measure (each/ml/in²) and records lot numbers, serial numbers and expiration dates. Reports provide replenishment information and usage. When used with CheckMate JobData Job Tracking and ToolroomTool/Equipment Tracking, it becomes a production management system. Can create manufacturing orders, bills of materials, and sales orders. Jobs can be tracked through production, and labor and parts cost against the job.

Dynamic Systems, www.a-barcode.com