Sigma G5S modular mounter has a multi-function head that now features lead-clinching and tamping functionalities. Uses side-mounted lighting and machine vision to identify and locate through-hole component leads. During placement/insertion, clinching simultaneously takes place. Head provides tamping functionality to ensure through-hole component is properly placed, inserted, and seated; is helpful with long card edge connectors. Head picks up component with Gripper nozzle; places the connector via insertion pressure on the center of the component. Head can be programmed to tamp one end, then the other, with up to 10Kg pressure if needed.

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