The RT-500 meter has a color LED display and is said to automatically change voltage and power shutoff. Measures resistivity and resistance to ground (RTG) at 10 and 100V and automatic zeroing. Range: 10³-10¹² ohms; conforms to EOS/ESD, RoHS, CECC, ANSI, UL standards. Is battery powered.
 
Static Solutions, www.staticsolutions.com 

The KISS 104 automated, large-format selective soldering system offers all features in the KISS 101 and 102 systems, but in a larger format to handle larger PCBs and panelized boards, with in-line integration capability. Provides a 26" x 19" work area, performs step-and-repeat, and has an upward-looking camera for automatic point-to-point programming. Also uses traveling mini-solder wave.
 
A.C.E., www.ace-protech.com
 

Arena PLM Fall ’06 software comes integrated with Avnet Prómiere’s content through a point-and-click interface. The combined content database consists of data for more than nine million electronic components, including end-of-lifecycle data, RoHS and environmental regulation information, product change notifications and part datasheets.

Uses Skype VoIP software to enable customers to instantly call and text chat with coworkers, suppliers and partners within the context of their PLM environment. Manufacturers can save chat transcripts associated with a product record.
 

The Hybrid 2000 AC/DC/IR/DCR Safety Analyzer is said to perform high voltage AC, DC and IR testing, and DCR measurements. Comes standard with a built-in 8-channel high voltage scanner.
 
Provides a variety of features for electrical safety testing of a wide mix of products. All functions can be programmed via front panel or remotely via RS-232.
 
Features include:
AC hipot: voltage 50 to 5000V; leakage current detection to 30mA.
DC hipot: voltage 50 to 6000V; leakage current detection to 10mA.
IR measurements:100kW to 50GW; test voltage: 50 to 5000VDC.
DCR measurements: 50mW to 100kW.
Programmable high and low limits.
Programmable ramp, dwell, test and fall times.
GFI circuitry.
Store/recall 50 test setups, 20 steps each.
RS-232 and remote I/O interfaces standard.
 
Priced at $5,995. Includes test leads, a power cable and a NIST-traceable calibration certificate.
 
Quadtech, www.quadtech.com
 

XMC is integrated into Viscom Vision Pilot, but is specifically designed for manual and semiautomatic x-ray systems. The unified software package is compatible with existing Viscom software modules.
 
Includes a Teach-In module for creating automatic inspection processes, a drag-and-drop compiles positioning and analysis tools.
 
Inspection images are displayed in “Live Image” mode without additional keyboard commands.
 
Enables optional use of the µCT module to generate, display and analyze a 3-D volumetric model of an inspection object by means of computer tomography. Can be operated in both 2-D and 3-D modes without mechanical conversion.
 
Viscom, www.viscom.com
 

S3016 inspects through-hole and surface mount selective solder joints on double-sided PCBs and other similar applications. Detects open solder joints, bridges, missing leads and other defects from below, and eliminates PCB flip stations.  
 
Employs a 6M-camera to maximize inspection depth and speed. An X/Y positioning unit guides the camera module beneath the PCB to capture images from specified locations. Images are evaluated while the camera moves to its next position.
 
Viscom, www.viscom.com
 

The PS-800E high power production soldering iron is designed for repetitive manual soldering and precision touchup. Is said to deliver enhanced thermal performance without increased tip idle temperatures. Characterized by a power coil assembly, advanced tip geometry and an extended easy access tip range, it features a larger conductive area for thermal energy transfer. Comes with auto-sleep workstand.
 
OK International, www.okinternational.com
 

The CmController5 Compact mobile onsite machine performance verification testing unit now comes with an enhanced software package for measuring and analyzing SMT machine capability.
 
Specific enhancements include faster vision processing time when measuring live QFP devices, additional diagnostic tools and improved ease-of-use.
 
CeTaq, www.cetaq-americas.com
 

Model 2600-001-006/7 dispense valve is for high flow rates and precise fluid control of level-seeking materials. Is said to be ideal for applications requiring high-volume fluid transfer, precise-level control for filling operations, and dripless valve shutoff.
 
The valve assembly consists of a double-acting actuator, a 13.7” long extension nozzle and a carbide Tip-Seal needle. For high-volume fluid transfer, the Tip-Seal Valve can flow up to 6 gpm (22.7 lpm) with the 0.406” orifice nozzle. The 29:1 air-to-fluid power ratio reportedly provides instantaneous on-off control of material flow.
 
The valve has 3/4”-NPT fluid-inlet ports for high-volume flow of materials. The Tip-Seal dispense valve is double-air-operated through 1/4”-NPT ports.
 
Sealant Equipment & Engineering, www.sealantequipment.com  
 

RunnerClick and Express RunnerClick JTAG test execution packages are for checking test devices, boards, and systems compliance with IEEE-STD-1149.1 Reportedly allow non-engineers to run different test procedures on multiple products. Test procedures can be run by product serial numbers, and are compatible with all previous RunnerClick and Express RunnerClick test plans. Include a cross-reference table to specify acceptable serial numbers and point to a specific test plan to open automatically when the software detects a valid serial number.  
 

The Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) Connector family reportedly provides more reliable solutions for storage interface than parallel ATA connectors. The components were designed on a 1.27 mm in-line contact pitch and are recognized in two interface segments: signal and power. The 7-position Signal Cable Assemblies come in right angle or straight configurations, in 0.5 and 1 m lengths, and are designed to support the Generation I and II transmission specifications. The 22-position Combo Receptacle is designed for backplane interfaces and comes in SMT, vertical and extended height, through-hole, and vertical for backplanes. The 22-position Combo Plug is used on the device side and uses gullwing surface mount tails. It includes the L-shaped polarization and guide rails to ensure consistent and accurate blind mating. The assembly uses 18 AWG wire to distribute power along with two common grounds per 15-position power segment. 

3M, www.3M.com
 

 Q2’s second-generation high-speed connectors (QMS/QFS Series) features have been expanded with a standard Retention Pin option (RT1).

Features include: from 52 to 156 I/Os on 0.025" pitch and a mated board spacing of 10 mm. Other optional features include shields, power pins, and MMCX-scale RF connectors integrated into the connector set. Data Rate cables are available with a choice of pitches and 50W micro coax cable or 100W twinax EyeSpeed cable.

Samtec, www.samtec.com