Modular AOI System handles tall components.
Share:
Press Release Summary:
With 5 in. camera clearance, Top-Down SpectorBOX provides complete single pass inspection of virtually any completed electronic and electro-mechanical assembly. Z-Axis adjustable optical head can adapt to any PCB thickness, and automatically compensates for warpage. Addition of 8 simultaneously operating multiplexed angular side cameras facilitates active automatic inspection, classification, and repair, as system displays and also stores 9 clear defect review angles in full color.
Original Press Release:
Expanded Flexibility with Mek's new Modular Top Down AOI
Mek (Marantz Business Electronics), has recently launched new additions to its ground breaking SpectorBOX AOI systems. These include a massive 5 inch camera clearance that enables complete single pass inspection of virtually any assembly.
The Mek SpectorBOX modular AOI systems have long been optimized for the inspection of THT components to identify defects such as presence/absence, wrong polarity, color, type, and bent pins. And now, the unique top clearance of 130mm (5.12”) allows the Top-Down SpectorBOX to inspect virtually any completed electronic and electro-mechanical assembly -- even when the tallest of components are present.
The SpectorBOX modules can be equipped with 8 wide field of view side cameras in addition to top view camera on the FWAz optical unit. Its large pixel (18,8ì2) capturing sensor delivers smooth and detailed images with great dynamic range.
Its Z-Axis adjustable optical head can adapt to any PCB thickness, and automatically compensates for warpage. The highly reliable text and polarity inspection on tall components enables the inspection of complex, completed assemblies without the need for fixtures or multiple inspections.Â
The addition of 8 simultaneously operating multiplexed angular side cameras which are available for the FWAz model, facilitate active automatic inspection, classification and repair, as the system displays and also stores 9 brilliantly clear defect review angles in full color.
Jeremy Saise, Mek Technical Director explained further, “Everyone’s goal is to minimize human mistakes. Our sensors also provide high quality images that aid operators in the defects classification process, and those same images are stored in a database. Imagine having fingertip access to all products with 8x views of every component.”
This new configuration effectively complements Mek’s THT Bottom-Up Modular AOI – a system that can be conveniently positioned at any conveyor location. Typically, bottom side PCB inspection requires flipping units combined with a standalone inline AOI. The slim design of the Bottom-Up SpectorBOX instead allows it to be positioned below existing return and/or feed conveyors, saving space and money.
A cost effective way to combine Bottom-Up and/or Top-Down inspections is provided by the Nutek Main Frame, a turnkey solution that enables simple integration of one or two SpectorBOX systems into a production line. Built for flexibility, it can be configured to the output of any wave or selective soldering system. The ergonomic design is optimized for operators to have eye-height monitors as well as wrist height keyboard and mouse control. This makes operation easy in a standing or seated position, even when dual SpectorBOXes are in use via double monitor configuration. A manual mode allows for smooth offline programming preparation.
About MEK Europe BV
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 headquarters, MEK Europe BV, 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.
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
