SMT Quick-Tips: Selecting a Pick and Place Machine
From: Author:Mark Hardy Publish time:2021-08-31 14:23 Clicks:17
Manual and semi-automatic systems
A manual pick and place system is desirable for small, growing operations that need to increase their hand-held production volumes incrementally while also improving quality, thus reducing rework or rejects; however, the accuracy of placement is still limited by the capability of the operator. Benefits of a machine-assisted manual system include:
- Less operator fatigue
- Fewer placement errors
- Better control
- Improved yield, less rework
A machine-assisted manual system can be equipped with features such as an X-Y indexing table with vacuum pickup head or pen; ergonomic fixturing to help relieve operator fatigue; and additional fixturing for θ (rotation) and Z (height) positioning in addition to X and Y.
Some machines offer an optional liquid solder paste dispenser, which is applied just before placing the component on the board if a stencil printer has not been used. Additional options include:
- Component Handling Trays
- Liquid Dispenser
- Tape Feeders
- Feeder Racks
- Vision Assist option
- Optional Stands
In most cases, machine assisted manual systems can be purchased with just the bare necessities, and desirable options can be added later as they’re needed.
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