Feeder uses flex cell placement equipment.
August 20, 2004 - Multi-Pick Feeder enables standard placement cells to pick and place multiple discrete interconnect pins in one cycle. It translates 24 mm tape carrying discrete pins from horizontal to vertical orientation, while ejector uses single motion to push multiple pins into retainer. Feeder mechanism can also make pitch adjustments up to 1–2 mm as pins are transferred from tape to retainer. Feeder waits on machine, and not vice versa.
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Original Press release
Autosplice
10121 Barnes Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA, 92121
USA
Multi-Pick Feeder Boosts Throughput Using Standard Flex Cell Placement Equipment
San Diego, CA. Autosplice has announced a new innovation in feeder technology that significantly increases overall production throughput by enabling standard placement cells to pick and place multiple discrete interconnect pins in a single cycle.
The Multi-Pick Feeder automatically translates the 24mm tape carrying the discrete pins from a horizontal to a vertical orientation and a specially designed ejector uses a single motion to push multiple pins into a retainer where they are precisely positioned, awaiting pick-up by the vacuum nozzle. Depending upon specific production requirements, the ejector process can be set up to present two, three or four pins to the pick-up nozzle.
To aid in placement accuracy, the feeder mechanism also can automatically make pitch adjustments (up to 1-2 mm) as the pins are transferred from the tape to the retainer. It's important to note that the feeder is always waiting on the machine, not vice versa as with many other feeders, which means that the placement cell can run at optimal sustained throughput rates.
The new Multi-Pick feeder technology is based upon proven AutoFeeder mechanisms and utilizes the machine's existing electrical, pneumatic, and waste-removal interfaces. The self-contained AutoFeeder slide mounts on to and removes from the machine exactly like the feeders of each equipment manufacturer. This enables seamless "plug-and-play" compatibility for handling a variety of discrete interconnect components on Fuji, Siemens, Sanyo, Universal, and other standard equipment.
Autosplice is a leading manufacturer of terminals, component assemblies and applicator systems, providing automated solutions for creating electrical interconnections. Autosplice systems enable substantial cost savings and provide superior reliability over conventional connector products and assembly methods.
For More Information:
Autosplice, Debbie Thomas: Phone 858-535-0077, Email dthomas@autosplice.com
For more information on Autosplice’s products or to discuss unique applications, contact Autosplice at (800) 535-5538 or visit our Web Site at www.autosplice.com
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