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December 31, 1969 |Estimated reading time: 4 minutes
ASSEMBLY TOOLS/EQUIPMENT
Vibration-free Platform
Model 2212 vibration-free platform reportedly is a portable vibration control system with an ultra-flat tabletop. With a guaranteed flatness of ±0.004" over 24 x 24", the ..platform reportedly is designed to enhance the performance of atomic force microscopes, microhardness testers, profilometers, balances, audio components and other precision tabletop equipment. Combining the economy and portability of a breadboard with the self-leveling, active-air system of a vibration isolation workstation, the platform is said to provide vertical vibration control and low natural frequency. Kinetic Systems Inc., Boston, Mass.
PCB Plotter
ProtoMat H100 PCB plotter is said to allow significant reduction in the production time of prototype PCBs. The maximum milling speed is said to be doubled compared to prior top-of-the-line systems, and can reach up to 4" per second. The integrated smart following-vector path generation reportedly allows the system to maintain a higher average speed. The combination of both features is said to push the performance factor of the machine by two to three times, allowing prototype production of six- and eight-layer boards to be accomplished in-house comfortably. LPKF Laser & Electronics, Wilsonville, Ore.
COMPONENTS
MOSFETs
FDS4770, FDS4470, FDS4780, FDS4480 and FDS4672A N-channel 40 V MOSFETs are said to be for DC/DC conversion. The MOSFETs reportedly offer extended avalanche energy capability for rugged operation, a reliability advantage in applications ..with high transient voltage activity or operating modes in which MOSFETs are subjected to increased stress. Applications include portable/handheld ones, e.g., laptops, computer VRM, telecom, datacom/router and more. Fairchild Semiconductor International, San Jose, Calif.
Power Inductor
Coiltronics SD10 low-profile power inductor is said to be the only commercially available shielded inductor with a 1 mm profile. This ferrite shield drum inductor reportedly can be used in devices where radiated EMI is a concern, or in high-density packages where noise can couple to adjacent devices or circuit cards. Applications include switching regulators for handheld devices such as PDAs, PC cards, mobile phones, GPS receivers and laptop computers. Cooper Electronic Technologies, Boynton Beach, Fla.
HARDWARE/ACCESSORIES
SMT Tooling
Grid-Lok automatic SMT tooling reportedly is available on most popular printing and placement equipment, and is said to add 100 percent board support to SMT applications by instantly conforming to any bottom-side PCB topography. With the new Stealth Mode addition, which reportedly is installed in less than an hour, the machine automatically adjusts to each board presented. Ovation Products, Div. of Airline Hydraulics Corp., Bethlehem, Pa.
SMD Fuse
The 467 Series SlimLine fast-acting SMD fuse is said to feature a smaller EIA 0603 ..size, which targets applications requiring overcurrent protection in a fast response, smaller footprint package. The low profile fuse is constructed of high-performance substrate and packaging materials reportedly designed to withstand the 260° ambient temperatures used in lead-free soldering operations. The series is said to comply with present electronics industry manufacturing standards for lead-free circuit board content. Littelfuse Inc., Des Plaines, Ill.
INSPECTION EQUIPMENT
Measuring Systems
Formtracer CS-Series measuring systems are said to offer a new level of functional integration in applications where contour and surface roughness measurements are ..required. The systems determine contour and surface roughness analysis from a single measurement of the workpiece. Two configurations and levels of throughput and accuracy are available: Formtracer CS-3000, designed for smaller workpieces requiring mid-level accuracy; and CS-5000, providing laboratory-level accuracy using a laser with interference of diffracted light to achieve nanometer resolution. Mitutoyo America Corp., Aurora, Ill.
PICK & PLACE
Placement Platform
This company is expanding its equipment platform with the introduction of its Siplace CS and Siplace CF placement machines designed for medium-volume production with high demands on flexibility and quick ..product changeovers. Both the C-Series machines are said to be an extension of the company's concept that has set the industry standard for technology leadership. The series reportedly consists of the flexible high-speed Siplace CS placement machine, achieving placement rates of 20,000 cph at an accuracy of 68 µm. The modular placement platform allows both models in the series to be equipped with the same feeders, changeover tables and other identical accessories. Siemens Dematic Electronics Assembly Systems Inc., Norcross, Ga.
SOLDERING EQUIPMENT
Batch Reflow Oven
RO06 batch reflow oven was developed for the production of prototypes and small batches for soldering of SMT boards or for adhesive curing. The complete process ..reportedly is automated. The substrates are driven in and out of the heating chamber automatically, and a microprocessor control regulates the temperature profile in tight limits. A program library with various soldering and curing profiles reportedly is included, simplifying use of the oven. ESSEMTEC AG, Aesch, Switzerland.
Wavesoldering Machine
Designed for contractors and OEMs faced with low-volume through-hole technology and/or mixed assemblies, the dual wave ATF-1025 wavesoldering machine is said to be compact, durable and easy to use. The machine comes standard with foam fluxer, IR preheater, Lambda nozzle, bi-directional nozzle, air knife, pallet conveyor and one pallet. A built-in control panel reportedly provides easy access to all process parameters. A spray fuxer also is available. Manncorp, Huntingdon Valley, Pa.