Mek to Showcase In-Line Bottom-Up & Top-Down PCB Inspection at SMTAI
Mek (Marantz Electronics), will be showcasing the SpectorBOX “Bottom-Up/Top-Down” 3D Modular AOI system at SMTAI in Illinois, September 29 – 30. The system replaces traditional board flipping alternatives in less space and at lower cost.
Optimized for the inspection of Wave Selective soldering of THT SMT components, Mek SpectorBOX Low Profile Bottom-Up and Top-Down design inspects PCBs inside solder frames directly from the conveyor, eliminating the cost and space for conventional flipping stations.
It is the only modular AOI in the market that can be equipped with 9 cameras, including an optional Z-axis moveable head to precisely position and focus for varying PCB distance and warpage. The XY drive gantry with ball screw mechanics delivers high speed inspection while maintaining high accuracy and precision. Specially coated shafts deliver quiet operation and minimise wear to virtually eliminate maintenance and calibration requirements. Its massive, 5 inch camera clearance enables single pass inspection of virtually any electro mechanical assembly.
100% simultaneous inspection can be accomplished with two SpectorBOX platform modules combined for bottom and top sides, incorporating up to 18 cameras. Board sizes up to 550x520 mm (21.7” x 20.5”) can be accommodated
www.marantz-electronics.com
About Mek (Marantz Electronics Ltd)
A former division of Marantz well known for its high quality Audio/Video products, Mek Japan (Marantz Electronics Kabushiki Kaisha), developed its first AOI system in 1994. Developed to inspect PCB assemblies for correct component placement and soldering, the company’s original AOI system was designed for use in Marantz factories. Proving to be a highly successful, cost-effective alternative to traditional human inspection, Mek developed its first generation commercial system in 1996. With a steadily growing installed base, MEK Japan and its European/American headquarters, Mek, have sold over 5000 units worldwide to date. Now well established as a leading force in AOI technologies, the company recently launched a 5D post-print SPI system which combines 3D and 2D image processing methodologies to deliver unprecedented defect detection. At the beginning of March 2014 the company opened US offices in Las Vegas.
Mek contact Americas
John Rider
Mek Americas LLC
5550 Painted Mirage Rd.
Suite 320,
Las Vegas, NV 89149,
USA
Tel: +1 702 818 1706
Email: john.rider@marantz-electronics.com
www.marantz-electronics.com
MEK Contact - Europe
Henk Biemans
MEK Europe
Polluxstraat 2B,
5047RB Tilburg
The Netherlands
Tel: +31 40 7114111
Email: henk.biemans@mek-europe.com
www.marantz-electronics.com
Agency Contact
Helena Osborn
Unit 1, Cutbush Court
Danehill
Lower Earley
Reading, RG6 4UW
UK
Tel: +44 1189 759880
Email: helena@proteaninbound.com
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