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News Release from: Contax | Subject: High resolution X-ray inspection system
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 27 October 2005
High resolution X-ray system inspects
PCBs
High resolution X-ray inspection system has an extra large scanning area, a highly precise manipulation unit with a 360 deg rotation axis and the approved ovhm technology for oblique views.
Leading production automation specialist, Contax , has announced that its supplier, Phoenix X-ray will be lanching its new high resolution X-ray inspection system, microme|x, at Productronica 2005 This new system, on show in Hall A2, Stand 277, will be available exclusively from Contax in the UK and Ireland
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 29 Jun 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Phoenix|X-ray has developed a unique system that combines all the sophisticated features required for the most comprehensive inspection of printed circuit board assemblies.
The microme|x has an extra large scanning area of 20 inches x 24 inches, a highly precise manipulation unit with a 360 deg rotation axis and the approved ovhm technology for oblique views of up to 70 degrees at constant magnification.
The unique factor is the combination of these facilities - for the first time the operator can now inspect large boards with mixed assemblies and acquire real-time oblique views under all angles (0-360 deg).
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A typical inspection task could be the analysis of the solder joint pad wetting quality of a centrally placed BGA.
Another outstanding feature of the microme|x is the board handling unit connection for the fully automated loading of assembled boards in the production plant.
In conjunction with the new inspection software XE2 it is possible to perform a fully automated inspection and evaluation of BGA, CGA, QFP, THT and other solder joints.
In this way multiple inspection tasks can be executed and repeated in an easy, reliable and time-saving manner.
An interface for the CAD-data import enables the original PCB layout to be used to learn the inspection routine.
The inspection reports can be transferred to a rework station by means of the repair program quality|reviewed and thus badly soldered devices can be easily found and replaced or reworked.
The SPC (Statistical Process Control) module allows the statistical evaluation of the inspection results and the process supervision.
The system uses an open microfocus tube with a non-toxic target which provides a fully digital image chain of up to 4 Megapixels for a resolution < 1 micron, so providing the highest image quality and best guaranteed inspection results for lead-free solder joints.
A number of security features, such as the anti-collision system and the low-dose|mode for radiation dose minimisation ensure the maximum safety of sensitive samples.
The microme|x has been engineered in accordance with ergonomic principles and the design follows the standards of modern industrial design.
In common with all phoenix|x-ray systems it comes in a radiation safe cabinet and is ready-to-operate for instant use in a production or laboratory environment.
* About Phoenix X-ray Systems + Services - Phoenix|X-ray, a dynamic group of companies founded in 1999 is the leading manufacturer of microfocus and nanofocus X-ray systems, X-ray tubes and computed tomography systems.
Phoenix X-ray world-wide supplies application oriented X-ray systems and complete customised inspection solutions for the electronics, semiconductor, automotive, aerospace and many other industries.
The company puts high priority on customer service and large investments in the development of systems and software solutions in order to provide all-inclusive and versatile support to customers, establishing mutually beneficial, long-term partnerships.
* About Contax - Contax is one of the UK and Ireland's most comprehensive suppliers of automation equipment.
Products range from PCB assembly, automatic optical and X-ray inspection, reflow solder, screen printing, precision liquid dispensing, cable preparation, robotic soldering and robotic assembly as well as cleaning systems.
All of this is backed up by Contax's unique support programme called 'hands-on' and an extensive second user department to fully support their installed base.
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