X-RAY SYSTEM
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The INVOec is a universal X-ray analysis system designed for coating thickness and material analysis measurement, offering full XRF capability at a reasonable performance ratio. The INVOeco analyzes flat and bulk samples, like contacts, small PCBs, metal parts, and liquids and powders placed in a sample container. The INVOeco is ideal for metal film thickness, and composition measurement on fasteners, connectors, and metal finished parts in applications that demand simple operation, accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility.
MATRIX METROLOGIES, HOLBROOK, NY
www.matrixmetrologies.com
WIRE TWISTERS
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The WT series wire twisters set up quickly and can twist wires up to ¼” OD or two 16-AWG stranded wires with or without connectors, and without damaging the conductors. The twisters incorporate a speed control and a counter for a consistent number of clockwise or counter-clockwise twists, and are electric-foot-pedal-activated.
THE ERASER COMPANY, SYRACUSE, NY
www.eraser.com
X-RAY INSPECTION SYSTEM
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The YTX-3000 HXR X-ray inspection system for high-resolution applications features an open-tube transmission target X-ray source with an integral high-voltage power supply and computer-controlled operation. The HXR system resolves sub-micron features with zoom magnifications up to 2400×. The X-ray source is designed for minimum maintenance with a replaceable filament and target assembly. The HXR is available with a four- or five-axis sample manipulator and a 15” × 20” X-Y travel for samples up to 5 lbs in weight. The system comes with a control module and programmable motion for automated inspection.
YESTECH, SAN CLEMENTE, CA
www.yestechinc.com
CRIMP TOOL
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The Pressmaster mobile crimp tool is a ratchet crimper that gives the user full visibility of the crimping process. The handles are shaped for low-effort crimping. Weighing 1 lb and featuring customizable, removable dies, the tool allows customization based on function and wire gauge, eliminating the need for more than one tool.
WAYTEK, CHANHASSEN, MN
www.waytekwire.com
HYDROPNEUMATIC PRESS
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The EPC 3x modular hydropneumatic press system aims at limited-volume series productions for small- and medium-sized batches of products that use press-fit technology. This system enables fast, flexible assembly of plug-in cards or backplanes. The quick-change system for the press-fit tools also ensures rational assembly of PCBs to be equipped with different connector types. Limit values for the insertion force are monitored reliably via the touch-screen graphic display. It also checks PCB tolerances, making it possible to achieve a high level of process reliability.
ERNI ELECTRONICS, MIDLOTHIAN, VA
www.erni.com
EXTRACTION TOOL
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The EX-5 universal PLCC extraction tool extracts a range of PLCC sizes from 20 through 84 pins from any socket without damage to the chip. A spring-loaded, one-hand design requires no pulling - the chip lifts from the socket by squeezing the handle. An ESD-safe model constructed with ABS plastic handles and stamped steel for long life is also available.
JONARD INDUSTRIES, TUCKAHOE, NY
www.jonard.com
CABLE-MANAGEMENT RACK
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The RiserGuide is an on-demand fiber cable management system. The system can be installed between active equipment racks or cabinets for a vertical application, as well as directly in the rack or cabinet for horizontal applications. The RiserGuide safely routes fibers, and is designed to assure that the correct bend radius is maintained, regardless of which components and sections are assembled.
ADC, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
www.adc.com
PLACEMENT MACHINE
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The Quadris-S four-gantry placement machine combines 80,000-cph placement performance; a 0201 to 44 × 44-mm component range; support for tape and tray feeders, including dual-track feeders; and productivity optimizers, including automatic board centering between feeder banks, on-the-fly gang recognition, and bank feeder change. Quadris-S fine-pitch capabilities support 0.5-mm-pitch BGA or leaded packages with ball diameters down to 0.3 mm or 0.18-mm-wide leads.
UNIVERSAL INSTRUMENTS, BINGHAMTON, NY
www.uic.com
INSTALLATION TOOL
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The Sta-Kon disconnect installation tool eliminates manual installation. With both ends slotted to fit disconnect terminals ranging from 10 to 22 AWG, the tool is channeled to protect wires crimped to the disconnect terminals. Each end of the tool includes color-coded dots that correspond to the color-coding of disconnect terminals: on one end, red and blue dots correspond to red and blue male and female disconnect terminals; and on the other end, yellow dots correspond to yellow disconnect terminals. Once the end of the tool is matched to the disconnect terminal, the installer only needs to push down to install the terminal.
THOMAS & BETTS, MEMPHIS, TN
www.tnb.com
VACUUM NOZZLE
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The MaxVac Extended Reach Blade (ERB) series is designed for deep male and female connectors/sockets. The tips can be adapted to any OEM pick-and-place vacuum nozzle. The MacVac series is offered to 1.0 × 3.0- to 12.0-mm tips, and 1.5 × 4.0- to 12.0-mm tips.
COUNT ON TOOLS, GAINESVILLE, GA
www.cotinc.com
DISPENSING ROBOT
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The 7100 bench-top Cartesian dispensing robot handles a dispensing area of 8” × 6”, and is capable of storing up to 100 different programs. It comes with a 16-channel I/O interface that provides for communication with external devices for secondary applications and multiple dispensing equipment components. An optional Windows software package with a DXF file converter is available for programming from a PC, and an optional Vision System Package is available for automatic part location.
I&J FISNAR, FAIRLAWN, NJ
www.ijfisnar.com
CABLE WIRE PROCESSOR
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The CS-327 large cable wire processor can be used to process large cable applications such as battery and welding cables, appliance power cables, and multi-conductor cables used for signal and power. It processes wires over 100 mm2 in size and up to 30 mm in diameter. It has a servo-driven, dual-blade cutter head that is fully programmable to accommodate a variety of stripping lengths and wire conductor sizes. The CS-327 offers full programming of all wire settings, including wire length, strip diameter, strip length, and feed rates.
ARTOS ENGINEERING, WAUKESHA, WI
www.artosnet.com
CABLE CANISTER
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The M2 Fiber Lab 800 is a polycarbonate case with a built-in handle that holds a single spool of fiberoptic cable, and provides both ends terminated on the front panel with user-specified connectors and panel-mount adapters. It exactly simulates field applications, and comes in an enclosed canister that protects the cable, which is available in clear, blue, yellow, orange, and green colors to identify the type of fiber spool it contains. Applications include the development, manufacture, exhibition, and testing of fiberoptic systems and networks.
M2 OPTICS, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC
www.m2optics.com
