M-Series range of mid- to high-volume SMD placers now includes the MG-2 chipshooter.  It will be launched at booth 2117 during Apex.

Said to provide high-speed, high-mix, high-accuracy production for applications such as automotive, memory boards and PC peripherals. Can be used alone to deliver chipshooting speeds up to 40k cph.  Or it can be used with the MG-1 and/or MG-8 multifunctional machines to boost line performance in applications requiring additional chipshooting capacity.

Features a high-precision dual-gantry system carrying four beams, each with six heads. Places components from 01005 to CSP, BGA, PLCC and QFP with a maximum size of 14 sq. mm, with placing accuracy of 50 micron at 3 sigma for chips.

Benefits include a small footprint and functional flexibility. Uses the same user interface, feeders, feeder trolleys and spare parts as the MG-1 and MG-8 and GEM X^II range.

Accepts 96 smart feeders and accommodates tape, stick and bulk feeders. Smart feeders are equipped with the latest RFID technology to enable fast, easy machine set-up and provide a real-time component inventory check. 

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