The A5-A probe system automated test platform offers flexible loading and uploading, with a sensitive handling function. Incorporates four high-res CCD cameras for optical scanning. Reportedly automatically separates good and bad boards in a cycle time of less than 15 sec. Handles 100 x 72 mm to 610 x 460 mm board sizes. Minimum thickness is 0.8 mm (320 x 250 mm board size) and 0.6 mm (320 x 250 mm and smaller board size), with a maximum of 4 mm.
AVIA 355-7 Q-switched, frequency-tripled, solid-state laser is said to deliver more than 7W of average power at 355 nm. The highest average power reportedly is achieved at repetition rates near 60 kHz; can be operated at pulse rates as high as 100 kHz. Pulse width is less than 30 ns. Features include an automated crystal shifter and a THG crystal life of 60,000 hr.; automated stabilization mechanisms (first-pulse suppression, ThermEQ, PulseEQ, and PulseTrack); a Posilock beam position sensor and feedback loop, with a reported beam-pointing stability of <25 ÿrad/°C over the life of the laser. Is for via-hole drilling, chip singulation, scribing and dicing of silicon and low-K materials, and solar cell micromachining.
Flexible silicone conformal coating is said to be fast drying and designed to protect PCBs exposed to high humidity environments. Is available in 400 ml aerosol and a 5-l bulk container. Adheres to a variety of substrates and fluoresces under UV light for ease of inspection. Has an operating temperature ranging from -50° to +125°C. Reportedly is dry to touch at 20°C in 10 to 15 min. Contains no isocyan ates.
Cy-less II-W is a cyanide-free silver-plating process chemistry. Is said to feature bright, non-yellow appearance and even distribution. For PWB and other product applications.
Cadstar FPGA combines the Active-HDL Lite verification tool and the desktop PCB design suite. Performs mixed language simulation for FPGAs. Is structured on integration of FPGA design within the PCB layout. Uses Design Flow Manager. Said to provide one universal project manager that controls all design files for simulation, synthesis, place and route and pin assignment to the PCB. Supports I/O synchronization.
Ultra Librarian Reader provides schematic symbols and PCB footprints for products including PowerWise. Is delivered in a CAD format. Is free and is said to generate components and attributes in any EDA CAD/CAE format. Footprints and symbols are available for download at http://www.national.com/cad/. Is based on IPC-7351 specification. Enhanced version is available for purchase; enables software models to be modified and auto-generated to meet user-defined requirements.