A500 benchtop solder paste inspection system automatically finds fiducials, identifies pads, and retains height and volume data for each pad. Shows pads outside thresholds in real-time. Retains historical data. Offers 3-D views, with measurement speeds up to 17 cm²/sec. XY motion permits automatic scanning of PCB panels up to 300 x 300mm. Z-axis motion permits auto-focus of the sensor and board warpage compensation. Accepts Gerber.

VisionMaster, www.visionmasterinc.com

Wizard Stencil Stretch Frame system changed and tensions stencils using simple, adaptable components and readily-available shop air (compressed). Consists of two frame components plus the stencil foil. A patented molded plastic Container Frame holds the stencil foil for handling, mounting, and space-saving storage, using 64 to 80 contact points to hold the foil stencil in place, and protects workers from injuries during handling. When ready to mount for printing, the Container Frame and stencil are mounted in the adjustable, durable, lightweight aluminum frame assembly Stencil tension can be modified in all directions with the amount of air pressure applied. Requires less storage space (since stencil foils can be stored in their compact plastic Container Frames) and eliminates need for epoxy bonding of the stencil foil to a cast frame. Come in three sizes and three types of plastic composition for specific applications.

QTS, Inc., www.QTSframe.com

F05 Poly-forms are flexible pre-shaped adhesives designed for bonding diverse materials, including metals, plastics, and glass. Has negligible vertical flow, keeping the adhesive contained in defined areas. Copolymer prevents drips and dispensing inconsistencies. Adhesive placement is reportedly consistent from bond to bond. Temp. and time required depend on component materials, design, bond requirements, and operating environment. Adding pressure and increasing oven temperature and time improves adhesion. Min. processing temp. is 225°F (107°C).  A typical processing schedule is 275°F (135°C) for 10 min. under 5 psi.

Multi-Seals, www.multi-seals.com

MT Series precision metal tapper tips deliver high fluid flow rates, for high-speed dispensing. Smooth internal conical fluid flow path is said to increase performance and reduce clogging and back pressure, permitting higher flow rates. Metal construction aids in robotic or other precise applications. Thin wall design at the tip enhances dispensing accuracy while simultaneously lessening fluid tailing and stringing. Come in 18 to 30 gauge sizes, and are color-coded for easy identification. 

Techcon Systems, www.techconsystems.com

Y.FGUI (Yxlon FeinFocus Graphical User Interface) v. 3.5 system control software has easy-to-use one-click operation for capturing high-resolution radioscopic images. Based on the ASTM E2597 standard, and provides a quality toolkit for automatic calculation of spatial resolution and the signal-to-noise ratio in order to evaluate system qualification. Reduced presettings improve user guidance for BGA inspection. Automatic grid search and algorithm optimization aid precision in analyzing soldered balls. Equipped with Windows 7 64-bit version. For use in Y.Cougar and Y.Cheetah x-ray systems.

Yxlon International, www.yxlon.com

Polytec PT thermally conductive epoxies include single and two-part systems designed for heat transfer applications. Applications include chip bonding, heat sink bonding, thermistors, LED assembly and power semiconductor packaging. Thermal conductivity ranges up to 3 W.m-1.K-1. Come in twin packs or as premixed and frozen syringes.

Intertronics, www.intertronics.co.uk

Alpha Telecore HF-850 halogen-free cored solder wire developed to comply with IEC, JPCA and Jedec halogen content specifications. Is said to wet quickly with low flux spatter and low levels of fumes. Provides good spread characteristics that improve first pass yield. Is for use in any commercial no-clean soldering application. Leaves a clear, non-tacky residue does not require cleaning. Comes in SAC 305 and SACX Plus 0307 alloys.

Alpha, www.alphacpmd.com/Products/Cored-Wire/Telecore-HF-850

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ii-Feed tape feeder has a capacity up to 33 separate component channels and accepts any mix of 8, 12, 16 or 24mm smart "elements." Elements provide part recognition, internal memory, auto adjustment of pick-up offset, programmable tape pitch in 2mm increments, and reel batch ID. Has a component range beginning at 01005. Is compatible with previous machine generations. Operates in three different modes: wired/wireless micro terminal, programming ii-elements separately offline, and with or without stock management options. Same type of element can be used for tapes (paper and plastic), full reels or short tapes. Data are automatically recognized. Reels can be prepared offline in magazines for up to 11 references; the cart can receive three magazines. Elements can be stored with reels in passive shelves.

Europlacer, www.europlacer.com

SFX/WSL1149-(x) boundary scan controller provides a triple stream/bual band wireless interface for theoretical transmission speed up to 450Mbps, enabling wireless utilization of the newest embedded system access (ESA) technologies for testing, programming and debugging complex chips, printed circuit boards, and systems.
Is compatible with IEEE standard 802.11a/b/g/n. Provides USB2.0 and Gbit Ethernet interfaces. Includes three models of different performance classes to be configured by software, enabling TCK frequencies of up to 80MHz. Can be configured with up to eight independent parallel TAPs and up to 31 additional analog or digital functional modules.

GÖPEL Electronic, www.goepel.com

N=1 Checker first article test system is prototype, high-mix/low-volume, and pre-production applications, component revision verification and production changeovers.
Test Program Generator software automates programming so untrained operators can use the system. Performs high-speed automatic impedance measurement for resistance and capacitance combined with a visual inspection system to verify component type, orientation, text, angle, presence and absence. Automatically records all data, which can be exported to user database and process control software programs.

Newly Tsuchiya, www.tsuchiya-group.co.jp

CGI Americas, www.cgi-americas.com

JM-10 is for radial and axial component mounting. Feeders are compatible with all Juki machine types. Has a footprint of 1.5m. Components do not experience mechanical wear. During component measurement, body dimension is checked, and every lead is inspected. Twisted leads are recognized by the system; the affected component is not selected for assembly. Vibrating bowl feeder has capacity for up to six different components; each machine can place a max. of 12 different bulk components. For taped components, radial feeders are available. Between seven and 10 feeders can be set at the front or the rear of the machine. Can handle a mix of THT and SMT components. For QFPs, it provides vision centering with a 54 or 27mm view field.

Juki, www.jukiamericas.com

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Master Bond LED401 adhesive, sealant, coating and encapsulant cures tack-free under exposure to a 405nm wavelength light source, without any oxygen inhibition. Is for applications involving heat-sensitive substrates. Viscosity is 100,000-150,000cps. Has cure times of 15 to 30 sec. or fewer in thinner sections; can be readily cured in sections up to 1/8 in. thick. Offers resistance to water, many acids, bases and oils. Has a volume resistivity exceeding 1014ohm-cm and a temperature range of -60° to +250°F. Has a shelf life of six months at room temperature without exposure to light, in its original containers.

Master Bond, www.masterbond.com