Merlin 300, a two-axis video measurement system, reportedly allows users to virtually "plug and play." By offering the video image solution to measuring parts, the system is said to increase accuracy and repeatability by removing the potential for operator error. Includes a Quadra-Chek 300 video microprocessor with touch-screen technology, including Video Edge Detection. Said to be ideal for batch routines or measurement of form features. Allows operators to benefit from a contrast teach facility. Is equipped with the capabilities for automated point data capture with full PC connectivity. Also includes high numerical aperture objective lenses, dimmable LED surface and sub-stage illumination.

Vision Engineering, www.visioneng.com

CircuitSpaceTM 2.1 is a design automation tool for PCB component placement. Uses patented auto-clustering, intelligent design reuse and replicated layout. Reportedly shortens design cycle timelines by weeks and improves communication between design teams. Other features are said to include AutoClustering; concurrent layout development project-wide; template generation for global library use across divisions; template usage with and without etch; automated layout reference designator propagation; advanced sustaining engineering and ECO process, and automated change report between layout designs.

DesignAdvance Systems, Inc., www.designadvance.com 

The model MV-0180-PNM needle valve has been designed with a low-density plastic wetted chamber, so that the anaerobic resin does not come into contact with the metal body of the valve. Material is fed under pressure to the valve directly from its packaged container; the container bottle can be placed in an air pressure reservoir, top ported to the valve. An air pulse is delivered from a valve controller that actuates a solenoid attached to the needle seal, allowing the fluid to flow. When the air pulse is removed, a forward action spring returns the needle and closes the seal, shutting off the fluid. A 4-way air control can be connected to eliminate the reliance on spring pressure. Includes a stroke adjuster for final tuning of shot size.

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

The Microscope Store, www.themicroscopestore.com

The PhotonicFlow System is reportedly the first complete, functional lab-on-a-chip system. Is comprised of a multiwell chip, a handheld device controller and readout software. Combines printed semiconductors with various lab-on-chip technologies. Uses handheld device controller for electronic readout of the signals from the photodetector and readout software.

Bioident, www.bioident.com

Flotherm Version 7 electronics thermal analysis software features a response surface optimization capability. Fits a 3D surface to the entire design space. Automatically creates and runs the required number of simulations to explore the entire design space. Generates a "response surface" showing the value of the design goals for all the combinations of variables run. Said to have better design insight and intuition; rapid determination of which design parameters are crucial, and instant assessment of the effects of manufacturing variations. Applications include heat sink design; PCB component placement; fan/blower selection and the location of vents. Has the ability to embed arbitrary conductive thermal resistor networks within the overall fluid dynamics simulation. Includes a SmartPart that models heat pipes accurately and the ability to import 2D DXF files and extrude them directly into 3D shapes.

Flomerics, www.flomerics.com

The DX-350 Series of Digital Dispenser/Controllers is microprocessor-driven and fully digital. Reportedly dispenses precise fluid volume with consistent high accuracy and repeatability. Has an operating pressure of 0-100 psi and is designed to dispense a wide range of fluid viscosities. Is equipped with user friendly, intuitive firmware. Guarantees size-shot accuracy and control of drips between cycles with a digital timer, digital pressure and vacuum readout. Has 10 programmable memories capable of storing and recalling most frequently used dispensing cycles. Operates from a 24V DC supply and is ready to use with a power adapter, air hose, sample tips, barrel, syringe adapter and syringe stand. Features a timer range of 0.0080 to 60.00s.

OK International, www.okinternational.com

The T-2800 self-contained precision temperature forcing system for electronic component testing incorporates a built-in air compressor that reportedly eliminates the need for an external air supply at the test location. Has a temperature range of -60˚C to 200˚C, an airflow rate of 300 SCFH, a small footprint, and an intuitive user interface. Incorporates a receiver tank; after-cooler; water separator; a heatless desiccant air dryer; an integrated test arm, a pneumatically controlled test head, and self-diagnostics capability.

Thermonics, www.thermonics.com

Model 40366 surface-mount accelerometer is said to have capabilities ideal for implantable medical device applications. Is a variable capacitance, silicon MEMS device designed to meet the requirements for use in implantable devices. Hermetically sealed with a shear bond strength of 1 kg; delivers repeatability of less than 0.035 pF in an SMT footprint of 2.05 x 2.90 mm configured as a three-terminal half-bridge. Features include frequency response of 40 Hz, linearity of less than 1%, transverse sensitivity of less than 1%, a +/-2g full scale for measurement of fractional-g accelerations in the presence of earth’s gravity, and over-range stops with provisions to eliminate electrostatic sticking when the accelerometer is over-ranged. 

Endevco Corporation, www.endevco.com

The Dow Corning DA-6534 high-performance thermal adhesive addresses the issue of overheating in advanced flip-chip BGA devices. Combines silicone-based chemistries with a silver filler to achieve high thermal conductivity and elasticity at high and low temperatures. Achieves thermal resistance of 0.09 cm² C/W at 24µ. Said to offer good dispensability. Bondline thickness can be controlled through pressure and time.

Dow Corning Corporation, www.dowcorning.com

3M, www.3m.com

Autograph AG-X Series testers measure loads from 100N to 100kN using a single load cell and are reportedly accurate within ±0.5% with a 1/1000 load cell. Have portable USB memory and Trapezium X software. After testing, USB memory can be used with a PC to analyze data and create reports. Developed using Microsoft.net; allows users to combine graphed results from separate tests, create histograms and X-barR charts, and access data from any Web-based environment. Use large-capacity load cells and testing jigs. Features include 32-bit, 144-mHz MPU, FPGA-controlled synchronized sampling and motor control, 5 kHz sample, 1M pulse per sec. resolution, seven analog input channels, three digital input channels, and precision positioning for all speeds. Come equipped with multiple channel data acquisition, nine language interfaces, resistance values acquisition, and scheduling functions.

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, www.ssi.shimadzu.com