Originally Posted by
Eclipze
nisma... mine is a small desk setup, designed for prototyping or small production runs. A board loader would be way overboard for what I'm doing. As long as I can load a 1/4 panel and remove without any fuss, it will suit my requirements.
atlab... I hadn't realised this limitation existed. My intention was to have a webcam for placement and another for solder paste dispension. It is really more so for convenience and initial setup etc... and helpful for inspection.
I could easily remove the one for the solder paste to avoid complicating the software. It's not a high priority to have this, and I can always have an inspection mode (paste, then move to inspect). It will save weight on the head too
My Yamaha pick and place has a board feeder. It is basically a conveyer belt that consists of 2 10mm wide flat belts that run under either side of the board. A pneumatic stop pops up to stop the board, then 4 pneumatic pins locate into holes and lift the board up pushing it against overhanging tabs. Its quite simple.
Cheers,
Peter.
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