DownStream’s CAM350 Version 10 features claimed integration with Blueprint’s document authoring software to create and distribute the files required for a PCB fabrication and assembly release package, resulting in a single file for PCB post-processing. The company claims that the product can be used in the verification of design data prior to PCB fabrication and allows users distribute, view and extract documents, Gerber files, NC Drill/Mill data and panel designs for the manufacturing process.

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IMPCO has introduced Polyflex FR fire-resistant resin for sealing electronic connectors, wires, and wiring assemblies against corrosion. The company claims that the product has water-wash capability and that their impregnation process creates a permanent flame-retardant barrier that can also prevent corrosion associated failures by filling gaps and pores in electronic connectors and wiring. The company states that the product is cured at temperatures below the threshold of sensitive components, and that the cured resin will not liquefy, melt, or burn. The company also states that the product does not require any special ventilation or handling during use, and has an indefinite pot life when properly stored. A UV-activated colorant allows identification of impregnated components, and the product has a claimed high flexibility and heat resistance and can be used in applications with frequent thermo-cycling and high vibration.

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LKSoft introduces the 2nd edition of STEP-AP210 (ISO 10303-210) Electronic Assembly Interconnect and Packing Design used for product model data, to coordinate information regarding PCB procurement, design and fabrication and to standardize data exchange.

The company claims that tools for converting, viewing and editing of CAD/CAM data in the areas of mechanics (2D/3D), electrical installation, printed circuit boards and assembly, and the connecting of this information with PDM and PLM systems is included with the product.

LKSoft offers free 90 day licenses for everyone in June and July 2008. If you provide your feedback to LKSoft the license will be extended to a full year.

The BoardMaster 8000 PLUS diagnostic system delivers claimed improved productivity in testing and diagnosis of analogue, digital or mixed signal PCBs.

The test system allows storing of instrument settings, test procedures, measurements and results for a known good PCB, then runs an automated test and comparison procedure a test PCB, highlighting any fault and its location.

The company states that the product is PC controlled, with five ABI instrument modules (standard), and features include digital and analogue functional IC testing, digital storage oscilloscope, floating digital multimeter, function generator, frequency counter, variable power supply and universal I/O.

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