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SP003-MLV semi-automatic stencil printer features trans-stencil vision. Offers motorized print head and vertical stencil separation. Can accommodate stencils or screens up to 23 x 23". Is available with different print mounts. Is said to be ideal for small- and medium-volume production. Can print a maximum of 400 x 410 mm, features two cameras and is 700 x 800 x 500 mm (without the optional substructure).

Essemtec, www.essemtec.com

One-Step Underfill 688 is a non-odorous, low surface tension, reworkable one component epoxy resin designed as a one-step underfill for flip chip, CSP, BGA and µBGA assemblies. Acts as a flux and an underfill. May be applied directly after the SMT printing process and cured during the standard Pb-free reflow process. Can be used in mixed alloy solutions, such as Pb-free BGA on a tin lead board. Is said to offer reliability through high Tg, low CTE, and good fill with no voiding. Is compatible with no-clean flux residues. May be reworked at 120°C. Viscosity reportedly remains stable throughout shelf life. Wets to OSP, ENIG, immersion silver and immersion tin board surfaces.

AIM, www.aimsolder.com

The VacuNest compliant tooling system for printing, dispensing and placement machines has a working area of up to 330 mm x 330 mm; the tabletop configuration is said to handle shape memory tooling beyond board handling. Each module is a pliable anti-static chamber containing a foam former surrounded by polymer granules. The chamber reportedly can be profiled within 30 sec. to the shape of the work piece assembly or enclosure. Under vacuum, the profile can be retained indefinitely; can be reconfigured for the next job after assembly batch is complete.

Novatec, www.novatec-eap.com

The Hot Beam 03 rapid IR underheater is a self-contained unit said to boost PCB preheat temperatures at the rate of 3.5ºC/sec. Set temperatures are maintained during soldering. With up to 50% of thermal energy from below, temperature of solder tips is reportedly lowered by approximately 50ºC. Is said to make traditional hand soldering risk-free. When shut down, it instantly returns to touchable ambient temperature. Is thermocouple profilable and stores 11 programs. Handles board sizes to 400 x 400 mm and any thickness.

Manncorp, www.manncorp.com

Model SV1217SS spray valve and programmable controller SVC100 are said to direct a fine mist of lubricant to a moving part using time and pressure sequencing. Controlling the relationship between the lubricant start signal and the misting signal allows the lubricant line pressure to start momentarily after the misting pressure initiates, reversing the process at the end of the cycle. This sequencing is said to ensure a non-clogging system. For up to 400 cycles per minute. Viscosity can be accommodated up to 1000 cps.

I&J Fisnar Inc., www.ijfisnar.com

Cadstar 10 is the desktop solution that is said to include more functionalities for schematic, library and PCB design, tighter integration with FPGA design tools, and an alternative schematic front-end solution: E³.logic. Offers the ability to perform version control at the parts and component level, store parts information in the PCB design, set up layer stacks for buried and blind via technologies and carry out impedance controlled routing. Includes ODB++ output for manufacturing, the ability to highlight nets using multiple colors, FPGA design integration, and an integrated parts library manager. Operations are available while working in a mirrored view in P.R.Editor.

Zuken, www.zuken.com

PCB123 version 3.0 is a free circuit board design solution. Enhancements include real-time, bi-directional views of layout and schematic; customization via the software development kit; bill of materials generated and updated as the user designs; 3-D design fly-through viewing features and more fabrication options and services.

Sunstone Circuits, www.sunstone.com

The I&J9000 is Cartesian gantry design selected for a conveyor-fed process or for when robot movement is above the work, such as in a spray application. A remote meter and mixing head unit can be mounted on the robot’s z-axis arm, which is said to be capable of carrying up to 7 kgms running at 1000 mm/sec. Reportedly stores up to 100 programs of 3000 points per program, with repeatability of 20 µm and resolution of 10 µm. Is for applications of up to 800 mm x 600 mm.

I&J Fisnar Inc., www.ijfisnar.com

The TEAclipper range of microcontroller programmers is designed to limit the number of copies a subcontract assembler can make. After a fixed number, it reportedly refuses to program any further units.

FlexiPanel Ltd., www.flexipanel.com

The iSpector 350 AOI platform features synthetic imaging. Is said to deliver optimum defect balance ratio. Is suitable for PCBs up to 350 x 250 mm. Is programmable through its component library or with a golden board. Includes prototype mode for first-off inspection and upgradeable lighting. Desktop configuration is upgradeable to inline operation.

Marantz Business Electronics, www.marantz.com/bus/eu/

The MX-PTZ Precision Tweezer hand-piece for the Metcal MX-500 Soldering/Rework System uses SmartHeat. Soldering cartridges are available in a variety of sizes for reworking both discreet and SOIC components. Is said to reduce stress on PCBs during rework operations without damaging package. Thermally applies heat to the end caps of devices while mechanically gripping the component during removal. Features double-sided pivot and dual position pitch adjustment. Includes adjustable tip alignment for height and rotation.

OK International, www.okinternational.com

Hakko FX-951 compact soldering station is said to fit on the palm of your hand. Features heat transfer and thermal recovery, a lockout key card that reportedly prevents accidental or unauthorized temperature settings, auto shutoff after 30 min. of non-use, and sleep mode functionality.

Hakko FM-204 desoldering station features a built-in vacuum pump, a gun or pencil style desoldering hand-piece, quickchange composite nozzles (N3 series), a lockout key card, and sleep mode functionality. Can be used as soldering station. Temp. range 200° - 450°C.

Hakko FM-203 dual port soldering system offers two ports that reportedly can be used for multiple tools, including two soldering irons or any combination of soldering iron and SMD hot tweezer, SMD mini hot tweezer or the desoldering tool. Also features sleep mode, process control, a lockout key card and auto shutoff.

Hakko Products Inc., www.HakkoUSA.com