Megtron7 multilayer board laminate has a dielectric constant (Dk) of 3.3 and dissipation factor (Df) of 0.001@1GHz. Features high heat resistance. Is compatible with lead-free soldering.
Panasonic, http://www3.panasonic.biz/em/e/product/megtron_7/
Model 5335xi and Flex5335 UV laser drills use the same beam positioning technology as the 5330 Series. Have solid-state, real-time power control. New software and operating systems enhance tool usability, process logging and development functionality. Replace 5330xi and Flex5330.
ESI, www.esi.com
PCB Library Expert 2014 v2 automatically loads user default FPX library defined in User Preferences (this is in addition to the command line library load and open). Includes fixes or enhancements for Pads Layout (.d ASCII files will now properly use degrees, rather than tenths of a degree, when outputting to a format older than V9.0); CADInt (units issue that was preventing parts with copper finger shapes from importing properly); Altium Designer (issue that was preventing the Polarity dot from being converted from a label to a shape); 3D STEP (SODFL – Lead generation and placement, and cleaned up the 3D model body).
3D part of the Translator Window now visible (although not active) to non-3D License users.
Also comes in Lite version.
PCB Libraries, www.PCBLibraries.com/downloads.
RS Metrics creates analysis reports of key performance indicators that go beyond the standard set of OEE measurements of availability, performance and quality. Provides user-friendly way to view real-time WIP tracking, better manage materials and improve production control. Is entirely customizable and enables paperless functionalities. Enhances Lean manufacturing and value steam mapping of a factory floor.
Factivity, factivity.com
Stencil Generation Software v.1.32 provides area ratio and aspect ratio calculations for stencil apertures on the fly. Flags out-of-spec apertures during editing, enabling immediate rework. Offers enhanced recognition of component footprints at all angles. Enables wider range of edit rules to be applied to angled geometry globally. Full Component Editor accommodates special stencils.
Infinite Graphics Inc., www.igi.com
RedHawk version 2014 power integrity software offers distributed machine processing (DMP) capabilities capable of a reported three times improvement in memory footprint,