Technomelt AS 8998 is designed to provide fast dispensability to mask keep-out zones for printed circuit board assemblies that will undergo coating or chemical deposition processes. Is slump-resistant and compatible with common automated dispensing systems. Is a silicone-free, halogen-free, RoHS-compliant material that reportedly has excellent green strength after dispensing and solidifies upon cooling with no thermal or UV curing required.  Compatible with numerous substrate surfaces, the hot melt material provides good adhesion during various coating processes; reportedly peels quickly, leaving defined edges and zero residue. Is compatible with thermal processes up to 100°C.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies, www.henkel-adhesives.com/electronics

SmartDry SD-48F is 48 ft³ and accommodates different feeders and feeder cassettes. Is for dry storage for high MSD component volumes.  Is compatible with feeder technology from multiple vendors. Design matches original systems. Offers part access as often as 10 to 12 times per hr.; networking capability allowing data viewing 24/7; and LED lighting for visual confirmation of unit status and interior illumination.  

ECD, www.smartdry.com   

X8011-II PCB x-ray system has a motor-driven front window and improved ergonomics. Faster manipulator reportedly ensures precise positioning of inspection object. Detector axis swivel range is 60°. Has resolution down to micro-focus range. Includes integrated 3D functionality; reportedly can generate clear slice or layer images from any penetration angle. Is suited for accurate random testing and semi-automatic handling of small to medium job lots. Viscom SI software takes on automatic evaluations. Can be coupled with SPI, AOI or AXI systems.

Viscom, www.viscom.com

Lynx EVO eyepiece-less stereo microscope is ergonomic and provides high-resolution 3D stereo viewing. Magnification 6x - 60x (120x max.). Patented Dynascope stereo optics for 3D viewing. Optional oblique and direct viewer for 360-degree rotating viewing of mounted components. Multiplier increases maximum system maginification to 240x. For inspecting printed circuit boards and SMT assemblies.

Vision Engineering, www.visioneng.us

Valor Internet of Things (IoT) Manufacturing hardware device has embedded software for live data collection from all shop-floor machines and processes, leveraging the new Open Manufacturing Language (OML) communication standard. Enables seamless implementation of advanced practices such as Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory, with plug-and-play deployment and minimal change to the manufacturing environment and work processes. Utilizes built-in interfaces to acquire and normalize data from entire manufacturing flow, including surface mount technology (SMT), screen printers, reflow ovens, inspection and test machines, as well as manual operations such as system assembly, test and repair. Provides a simple, standard way of controlling machines and manufacturing flows through the use of OML. Accelerates deployment of shop-floor IT projects by connecting with any MES, ERP, supply chain, PLM and other enterprise applications. Is highly scalability and allows parallel real-time flow of huge data volumes, eliminating potential networking and connectivity issues. Rugged construction for high data integrity and security, including power back-up and fail-safe data management.

Mentor Graphics, mentor.com/valor-iot

Continuous Film Calibration option for selective coating applications uniquely senses the entire coating pattern. Rather than move across a sensor seeking the film edges to determine pattern width, it quickly detects the entire film and feedbacks pattern width and any gaps or breaks in the film itself down to the pixel level. Proprietary user interface easily sets desired pattern width. Any variation in width during a routine verification will result in automatic recalibration of the fluid delivery system settings with no required operator intervention. Since the pattern is evaluated in its entirety and does not traverse over a stationary sensor to recalibrate, time and volume of coating required to recover to optimal pattern characteristics are reduced.

PVA (Precision Valve & Automation, Inc.), http://www.pva.net

CyberGage360 automated 3D scanning system facilitates quality assurance of incoming parts and in-process inspection of components on the manufacturing floor. Is designed for use in general purpose metrology. Applications include consumer electronics and industrial applications from automotive to aerospace. 360-degree automated 3D scan of high-tolerance parts can be generated in less than 3 min. Incorporates 3D multi-reflection suppression (MRS) technology that inhibits measurement distortions. Automatically generates inspection report, including a comparison to a CAD model.

CyberOptics, www.cyberoptics.com

PF606-XP LED dipping solder paste has great viscosity characteristics and stable tackiness, exhibiting uniform dipping volume and transfer rate.

Shenmao America, www.shenmao.com

PF606-P128 lead-free LED die bonding solder is available for dispensing in syringes in lower viscosity; exhibits excellent slump characteristics, consistent dispense ability, and stable tackiness.

Shenmao America, www.shenmao.com

PF606-P116 lead-free LED die bonding solder reportedly offers long stencil printing life, high tackiness (slump resistance), and consistent printability with excellent wetting characteristics for LED die bonding.

Shenmao America, www.shenmao.com

Supreme 45HTQ-4 two-component epoxy features silicon carbide filler, for high-performance bonding, sealing, coating and casting. Serviceable from -100° to +450°F, is capable of withstanding rigorous thermal cycling. Tensile lap shear of 1,400-1,600 psi, compressive strength of 24,000-26,000 psi and and tensile strength of 8,000-9,000 psi. Retains strength at elevated temperatures. Is dimensionally stable, with low shrinkage upon curing. Dielectric constant at 60Hz of 4.6 and volume resistivity exceeding 1014 ohm-cm. Mix ratio of 100 to 30 by weight and thixotropic paste consistency. Pot life of more than 12 hr. at room temperature for a 100g batch. Requires oven curing at 250°-300°F with various cure schedules. Bonds to a variety of substrates including metals, composites, ceramics and most plastics. Comes in 0.5 pint to 5gal. kits Shelf life of 6 mo. at ambient temperatures.

Master Bond, masterbond.com

MAWA-300A Pulsed Micro TIG Welder now features a touch-start that controls and identifies weld location. Pulsation feature is said to significantly reduce porosity. For welding small coils and terminals, bus bars, and covered wires.

Amada Miyachi America, amadamiyachi.com