An expanded line of precision linear shafts is available. Are frequently used in machine building and in the design of industrial automation machinery and systems. Come in a variety of design options, including radial wrench hole drilled at one or both ends; precision option with perpendicularity tolerance of 0.03 mm; high-precision piloted shafts with pilot concentricity tolerance of 0.02 mm; both ends stepped and tapped with wrench flat, and both ends tapped and one end stepped with wrench flat. Come in standard and configurable sizes and lengths, as well as in a selection of materials/grades (e.g., bearing steel, stainless steel, carbon steel) and surface treatments (e.g., chrome plating, LTBC plating). Can configure dimensions of more than 90 different machined end variations.

Misumi USA Inc., www.misumiusa.com

The Y.Cheetah combines x-ray technology with high-speed flat panel detection. Features synchronized tube and detector motion for constant image contrast at high resolution. Repositions imaging components at constant magnification for higher contrast and power, lower noise, or fast imaging and 3-D scanning. Both are one-click steps. Offers 2-D to high-speed 160 kV, 64W microfocus computed tomography (µCT). Inspection area is 18" x 16" (460 x 410 mm) and can be viewed at ±70° even at the highest geometric magnification.

Yxlon International, www.xylon.com

GoSelective selective soldering system now comes with a fiducial recognition function with automatic PCB alignment. Registers PCB to be soldered optically and compensates for various types of misalignment such as offset, rotational error and linear shrinkage within the PCB. Wrongly placed PCBs are detected and are not soldered. Up to three fiducial marks are selected in a learning procedure. Captures images of these fiducials and memorizes their location. The machine moves to the previously memorized positions automatically and captures PCB image. The correlation between this actual live image and the learned image is calculated and gives a correction value for each fiducial. Can then calculate offset, rotation and linear shrinkage of the PCB compared to the board used for the learning procedure. Generates a position correction for each production board. Contains an error-proof function that checks the loading of the correct soldering program and controls each board for positioning.

SEHO Systems, www.seho.de

 

LMF Series Fiber Laser Markers are capable of making contrasting marks on plastics, and annealing and engraving metals. Pulse waveform of LMF2000 reportedly makes the marker the ideal tool to make fine cuts in copper, steel or aluminum up to 0.02" thick. Enables prototyping of lead frame, other featured sheet parts or steel tubes. Can be used to modify an existing design. Uses no direct assist gas. Can be tuned for speed and quality with an underside burr of less than 0.0005".

Miyachi Unitek, www.muc.miyachi.com

The VT-S700 inline AOI system uses a telecentric lens with a 2-MP camera. Is said to reduce image distortion and improve inspection accuracy at the edges of large field-of-view. Delivers inspection of up to 10 µm for components as small as 01005 and down to -0.012" pitch. Uses three-color highlight system that illuminates PCB in a 360° dome. 3-CCD camera enhances solder shape recognition accuracy. Other features include color-enhancing capability, integrated graphical user interface and logic customization. Optical character verification is available. Resolution can be selected for 10, 15 or 20 µm. Separate models are available to handle 10 x 13" and 18 x 20" boards.

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Elpeguard SL 1307 conformal coatings are yellowing-resistant, and based on polyacrylic resins. The cured lacquer film can be removed with thinner for repair purposes. Are thixotropic, based on SL 1307 FLZ, which is suited for the partitioning/covering of plug connectors. Have been improved for spray application; can also be used for dipping at higher temperatures. Exhibit good wetting.

Lackwerke Peters, www.peters.de

The XD7600NT₁₀₀ digital x-ray inspection system has 0.1 µm feature recognition for finite analysis of inspection applications. Is equipped with a 2M pixel camera; offers oblique angle viewing of up to 70° in any position around any point of a 16 x 18" inspection area. Is configured with dual monitors: combines a 24" widescreen LCD monitor with the navigation map on a 20" flat panel LCD display. Is available with a tube combining 10W of power and submicron feature recognition. Can be equipped with CT providing 3-D modeling and volumetric measurement of solder joints. Is suited for analytical analysis of solder interconnections for critical applications such as stacked die, MEMS, package-in-package and package-on-package.

Dage, www.dage-group.com

 

The SMD Tower is a flexible, automated, expandable buffer storage unit designed for production lines. Is said to correctly stores components in a controlled atmosphere, ready for a quick, smooth line changeover. Database records movements and tracks all stored reels and component quantities for single reel or tray, and automatically processes a complete kitting list or an entire component assembly program. Uses a unique identification code to ensure the correct article is always provided or stored, eliminating component mixups. Return-to-storage is said to be quick and convenient. 

Mydata, www.mydata.com

KISS 101A is ready for Pb-free soldering, and reportedly can reduce hand-soldering operations by up to a factor of 10. Is programmable in X, Y and Z. Utilizes original Laser Point teach-and-align process. Features optional Pb-free-compatible solder pot. A variety of standard and custom nozzles are available, from a 3 mm bullet nozzle to a 3" wide wave. Is a benchtop model and accommodates PCBs from 2 x 2" up to 12 x 12", and connectors up to 10" long.
 
ACE Production Technologies, www.ace-protech.com
 

McDry Electronic Drying Storage Cases provide low-humidity storage without use of nitrogen for solar cells. Remove humidity by use of a zeolite desiccant, which is automatically recycled and does not require replacement. Come in 1% and 3% RH models. Offer natural air flow circulation system and do not use fans.

Seika Machinery, www.seikausa.com