The Datron IVS is housed in a metal chassis. Is mounted to the Z-axis of machining centers. Said to identify fiducials within a 20 mm area; feeds offset data into Windows-based software. Can automatically adjust for skew or image-to-edge variance. In instances where a fiducial or crop mark is not found, the program pauses and gives the option of aborting or retrying. Pins ensure the part is on the fixture properly. Reportedly reduces and compensates for improper setups. Features are said to include a camera with light ring, images and cross-hairs on display, live pictures, teaching of new fiducials, capturing and storing of pictures and fiducials, image calibration, adjustment of brightness, gain and contrast (manual and automatic), a 20 x 16 mm display window, operating distance approx. 100 mm, resolution 1280 x 1024 pixels and accuracy +/-0.02 mm.

Datron Dynamics Inc., www.DatronDynamics.com

The YTV M1m AOI system includes a 3 MP thin camera and Fusion lighting. Is said to have a smaller footprint and board handling system; can adapt to pre- or post-reflow inspection and various rework and data tracking scenarios. Programming is intuitive. With CAD data input, a complete recipe reportedly can be completed in less than an hour. Includes an offline programming option. Uses several image processing algorithms. Tools include real-time color, normalized gray scale correlation, pattern matching and binary "blob” analysis.

YESTech Inc., www.yestechinc.com

The Agilent Medalist sj5000 AOI targets post-reflow inspection and is designed on a flexible platform. Includes a linear gantry developed in collaboration with Anorad; a simplified conveyor and clamping design; and skins that reportedly provide easier access to system components. Can inspect 01005 components.

Agilent Technologies, www.agilent.com

Flexible silicone conformal coating is said to be fast drying and designed to protect PCBs exposed to high humidity environments. Is available in 400 ml aerosol and a 5-l bulk container. Adheres to a variety of substrates and fluoresces under UV light for ease of inspection. Has an operating temperature ranging from -50° to +125°C. Reportedly is dry to touch at 20°C in 10 to 15 min. Contains no isocyan ates.
 
Electrolube, www.electrolube.com 

The MY500 jet printer offers offline programming said to permit set-ups and changeovers in seconds. Permits adjustments on the spot, in three dimensions. Features an easy-to-use, 2-D inspection and repair. A paste syringe and ejection technology has “snap-to-machine” loading, said to permit quick paste refill as needed or switches from lead to Pb-free solder paste in seconds.

Mydata Automation AB, www.mydata.se

LED lighting technology is said to provide high-energy efficiency results in significantly reduced heat dissipation. Provides luminance values up to 400 Lumens and a reported 10 times longer lifespan than standard halogen. 2 x 2 or 4 x 4 is recommended; 2 x 2 is said to ensure a consistent and near shadow-less full area illumination of substrate and component. Color temperature remains stable. Is suitable for use with CCD cameras.

FineTech, www.finetechusa.com