BANNOCKBURN, IL — IPC has released a Swedish language version of J-STD-001E, Krav för Lödda Elektriska och Elektroniska Kretskort, the industry-consensus standard for soldering processes and materials.

No. 1002 is an electrically-heated, 500ºF cabinet oven used for various test procedures. Workspace dimensions measure 20" x 20" x 20". 8KW are installed in Incoloy sheathed tubular elements to heat the unit, while a 400CFM, 1/3-HP recirculating blower provides horizontal airflow across the load. Features 4" insulated walls throughout, Type 304, 2B stainless steel interior with continuously backwelded seam construction, stainless steel exterior with #4 brushed finish, heavy-duty door and door frame, three nickel-plated wire shelves and adjustable opposed louvers on supply and return ductwork. Is equipped with safety equipment for handling flammable solvents, including explosion-venting door hardware, powered forced exhauster airflow safety switch, purge timer and digital indicating temperature controller.  

The Grieve Corp., www.grievecorp.com

AutoVision includes Vision Hawk and Vision Mini smart cameras. Aim to simplify the setup and deployment of machine vision applications, while providing a tool set for high-performance inspection and identification. AutoVision machine vision software has real-time feedback during programming and device configuration; is available on Vision Mini and Vision Hawk hardware platforms. Smart cameras feature compact housings; can be operated by AutoVision interface or Visionscape. Applications include part identification and location, item traceability, and other automated inspection tasks. Vision Mini is for embedded identification and inspection applications. Has integrated lighting and autofocus lens; is 1.8 x 2.1 x 1". Features wide angle optics for close range machine vision tasks, such as component ID, color matching, data matrix reading, and part location. Vision Hawk is for assembly verification, part identification, and symbol decoding. Has liquid lens technology for unlimited autofocus. Includes integrated optics and lighting, industrial protocols, and plug-and-play connectivity.

Microscan, www.microscan.com

Speedprint SP700avi screen printer is for high-volume SMT production and high-mix, quick product setup and changeover. Has 6 Sigma alignment capabilities. Uses 1µm resolution linear encoders on all axes and intuitive software. Has a one-piece frame. Features look down/look down vision for board-to-stencil alignment; has 20µm performance at 2 Cpk. Includes auto stencil load/unload, vacuum-assisted stencil cleaner, and optical inspection of paste bead. 2-D post-print bridge detection and various tooling solutions are available as options.

Speedprint Technology, www.speedprint-tech.com