Dual-Mode Scanner offers efficient PCB inspection.
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Allowing inspection time of 60 sec for 4 BGAs, depending on board layout, VT-X series minimizes tact time for in-line, post-solder inspection of PCBs. Dual-mode x-ray inspection system combines CT scanning, to eliminate clutter from bottom side parts while top side is inspected, and high-speed tomosynthesis scanning for when bottom side components are not present. It can inspect boards up to 10 x 13 in. and can also be used with Qup-Navi software to identify root cause of failure.
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Omron Shortens Tact Time for In-Line X-ray Inspections with the World's First Dual-Mode CT Scanner for PCBs
SCHAUMBURG, IL (February 13, 2009) - Omron introduces a time-saving new X-ray inspection system, VT-X series, that shortens the tact time for in-line, post-solder inspection of printed circuit boards. The VT-X is the world's first dual mode X-ray inspection system that combines highly accurate computed tomography (CT) scanning with high-speed "tomosynthesis" scanning to achieve production line speeds. Use of CT technology eliminates the clutter from bottom side parts while top side parts are inspected. Because CT scanning technology alone can be quite slow such that inspections must be done off-line or handled slowly in-line, Omron's solution enables use of both technologies in the same inspection. The VT-X shortens inspection time for 4 BGAs to 60 seconds, depending on specific board layout, by allowing the optimum mix of CT scanning for areas where components may be shadowed by bottom side components and fast "tomosynthesis" for inspections where bottom side components are not present.
The VT-X series X-ray inspection system was designed to inspect ball grid arrays (BGA), Quad Flat Pack (QFP) heel or back fillets, components with gullwing and J-shape leads, and connectors on board sizes up to 10x13 inches. For a whole board inspection solution, a combination of AOI and X-ray inspections delivers the best results. The VT-X can be used with Omron's Qup-Navi software to identify root cause of failure based on data mining of inspection results.
For further information, contact the AOI team at Omron Electronics LLC, 1 Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173. Tel.: 866-88-OMRON. Fax: 847-843-8081. e-mail: aoi.request@omron.com Internet: www.omron247.com
Omron Electronics LLC is a leading manufacturer and provider of industrial automation products and AOI solutions. Offering complete automation connectivity, extensive product groups include machine vision systems, programmable controllers, sensors, operator interfaces, RFID systems, timers, counters, servo motors and drives, and software. Omron also provides data collection, inspection systems, motion systems and automation systems services and products. Omron Electronics LLC is the Americas subsidiary of Omron Corporation, a $7 billion global leading supplier of reliable, advanced electronics and control system components and services.
