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December 31, 1969 |Estimated reading time: 5 minutes
Optical Micrometer
LS-7010 CCD optical micrometer reportedly measures targets as small as 0.04 mm with an accuracy of ±0.5 µm and a repeatability of ±0.06 µm. The measuring head is 9" long, and the measuring range is 0.04 to 6.0 mm. The micrometer is said to be designed for specialized, precision applications such as the diameter measurement of ultra-fine optical fibers, high-precision miniature drills, miniature optical fiber connector ferrules, control of catheter diameter during extrusion, and a broad range of small parts and components. Keyence Corp. of America, Woodcliff Lake, N.J.www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
Gap Filler
T-flex 600 Series compressible gap filler reportedly alleviates tolerance problems incurred when multichip components must be mated to a universal heat-spreading device. This ultra-soft interface pad is said to conform with minimal pressure, resulting in little to no stress on the mating parts. The gap filler also features a compression of 16 percent at 5 psi (for 40 mil material) and 46 percent at 50 psi (for 40 mil material). As a result of the materials recovery and naturally tacky surface, the gap filler also is said to be reusable and reworkable. Thermagon Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
Universal Cleaning Pen
The Mighty Pen reportedly is a powerful, universal cleaning pen that cleans all types of stubborn soils. Its unique marker tip dispenser is said to provide precise, controlled application of a patent pending cleaning formulation. The pen also is said to remove adhesive, tape and label residues, clean away ink marks, eliminate flux residues, remove conformal coatings, and perform all repair and maintenance spot cleaning. ITW Chemtronics, Kennesaw, Ga.www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
Semiautomatic Stencil Printer
A semiautomatic stencil printer, SP200e reportedly features an all-new graphical user interface that enables simple programming and improved functionality. Flexible system tooling — including guide rails, pin locators,
ASSEMBLY TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
Static EliminatorVSE3000 volume static eliminator is a workstation ionizing air blower said to eliminate electrostatic charges. The eliminator's variable speed fan and integral air flow diffuser ..floods the entire workstation with static-eliminating ions, and reliable ion balance is maintained even during input voltage fluctuation occurrences. Noise levels are said to be low due to sound-absorbing materials, and an individually controlled heater reportedly provides operator comfort. SIMCO, Hatfield, Pa. www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
Passive Laser Trimming SystemA large platform, embedded passive laser trimming system, Model 4700 reportedly allows manufacturers to achieve tighter tolerances and increase functionality by trimming embedded passive components within inner layers of multilayer PCBs. This is said to accomplish end-user goals of smaller, lighter and less expensive hand-held portable devices. The trimming system trims resistors to tolerances of less than 1 percent in high-volume production, enabling manufacturers to replace surface mount components without compromising accuracy and quality. Electro Scientific Industries Inc., Portland, Ore.www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
CLEANING MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT
Cleaning SystemSAWA SC-139GAE system is PIN cleaner equipment that is said to use ultrasonic and solvent to clean up test probes on the test fixtures, without removing them from the fixture. The system's test fixture reportedly begins the 2 to 3 minute process for the PIN covering flux to be removed without using any brushes. Additional squeegees, scrapers and PCB guides used in the wavesoldering machine also can be cleaned in the tank. Toyota Tsusho America Inc., San Jose, Calif. www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
PCB DefluxerPCB-Wash concentrated PCB defluxer reportedly is for use in applications in which VOC-compliant cleaning solutions are required or preferred. The defluxer is said to eliminate foaming and "white scaling," and is effective in a broad range of cleaning applications including no-clean, resin, and water soluble flux and paste removal. This product also is compatible with batch, in-line and ultrasonic aqueous cleaning systems. Aqueous Tech-nologies Corp., Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
DISPENSING EQUIPMENT
Mixing ShroudsMotionless aluminum mixer shrouds reportedly are designed to provide extra support and protection to the housing of static mixers used on all meter mix machines. Recommended for high-pressure dispensing, the shrouds are said to prevent the mixer housing from expanding, and offer protection from bursting under extreme circumstances. A shroud-supported housing also is said to ensure optimal mixture by eliminating the possibility of the catalyst or resin components bypassing the mixer elements and streamlining down the inner housing wall. ConProTec Inc., Salem, N.H.www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
Dispensing RobotsThe 2000 Series of high-capacity dispensing robots have been designed to take up as little space on a bench as possible, yet be used ..in 24/7 operation. The robots reportedly are easy to program with step-by-step instructions. Models are said to be available with working areas from 8 x 8" to 16 x 16". The robots also automate any industrial sealing, gasket, potting or filling application, together with sampling and vial fill automation in laboratory environments. I&J Fisnar Inc., Fair Lawn, N.J. www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
PICK-AND-PLACE
Chip PlacersCP-742E and CP-742ME chip placers support 140 and 80 component types, respectively. Features include batch feeder replacement and power saving mode, two CCD cameras used to process different parts, a high-resolution narrow view camera for smaller components and small SOTs, and a wide view camera for SOICs, PLCCs and CSPs. The ability to switch between front and back lighting is said to assure optimal parts outlines. Fuji Machine Mfg. Co. Ltd., Aichi-ken, Japan.www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
Placement SystemFeatured in several surface mount line configurations, 4797S HSP placement system meets the needs of EMS providers and OEMs with high-volume requirements. Various reported features include a maximum placement speed of 48,000 cph, ..machine dimensions of 2,400 x 1,963 x 2,155 mm, and a component handling range covering 0201s to 26 mm2 parts, as well as area-array packages. Universal Instruments Corp., Binghamton, N.Y.www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
SOFTWARE
OCR SoftwareEconoCR industrial OCR software is compatible with several environments and processors. The software performs product identification, matching, sorting, tracking and verification as it moves though various laboratory, manufacturing or material handling processes. Typical applications for the software are said to include automatic reading of serial numbers or identification codes that are machine-marked on PCBs, substrates, wafers, glass lenses and molds, and electronic components and carriers. Concepts In Computing Inc., South Beloit, Ill.www.onlinecenter.to/smt.
Software LibraryAn enhanced software library for high-performance image acquisition, processing and analysis, Sapera 4.1 reportedly incorporates a number of added support features that speed the application development process. The software includes the SMART series, OCR and 1-D/2-D bar codes. Coreco Imaging, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.