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Feature of the Month:Guest writer Cor van Dam – Marketing Director of Power Avnet Abacus – discusses best practice in developing efficient power solutions for solid state lighting.
Regulars:Electronics News ItemsNew Products
Sample Issue:Media & Advertising information on page 17
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What’s inside... Regulars Features
Efficient power solutions for LED lighting installations - a review of best practiceMarketing Director of Power Avnet Abacus Cor van Dam provides us with a review of best practice in developing efficient power solutions for solid state lighting. Pg. 12
New ProductsPg. 14
NewsPg. 4
A word from the publisherDear electronics industry professional, I am delighted to welcome you to the preview issue of Electronics Industry Update! Electronics Industry Update is a brand new online magazine in page-turning format for the electronics industry. The launch issue will come out in September 2011, with issues being released each month running up to the end of the year. In 2012, releases of Electronics Industry Update will increase in frequency to two issues per month. This bi-monthly format will keep our readers up to date in a much more timely fashion than the traditional format of paper magazines. Our initial launch circulation is planned at 75,000 copies worldwide, with a breakdown of
approximately 50% US circulation, 40% Europe, and 10% rest of world. The magazine will be published through our existing websites:www.electronicsproductionworld.com andwww.electronicscomponentsworld.com.
All editorial contributions and advertising queries should be sent to [email protected].
Kindest regards,Donal McDonald, Publisher.
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A conversation with Donald Naugler.The President and General Manager of VJ Electronix, Inc. took the time to speak to EPW about the company’s position in the X-ray inspection manufacturing industry, and the industry itself. Pg. 8
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NEWS // Features // New productsZESTRON renews its ITAR certification for compliancyZESTRON, the worldwide leading provider of high precision cleaning products and process as well as service solutions, recently renewed its official International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) registration with the US Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. After several weeks of careful review of ZESTRON’s corporate structure, security, record keeping and procedures for handling sensitive military and intelligence applications, the company successfully passed the system’s strict requirements. The renewal of this registration as well as the
company’s comprehensive Technology Control Plan (TCP) demonstrates that ZESTRON is dedicated to adhering to the regulations that control the export and import of defense related articles and services on the United States Munitions List. “With the increased demand for electronic assemblies by the military, it is absolutely essential for our company to be fully compliant in order to support our most valued customers and meet their internal security requirements,” says Michael McCutchen, Vice President, ZESTRON Americas and South Asia.
Farnell, a leading high service distributor now transacts more than 70% of its business in Europe via e-commerce channels, a figure which continues to grow as increasing numbers of customers select the web as their channel of choice, as part of the company’s multi-channel proposition. The first Farnell website, launched in 1996, laid the foundations for the company’s e-commerce proposition that has continually evolved and developed over the last 15 years. Being consistently first-to-market with a stream of innovative web-based initiatives and tools has helped the company pass the 70% key performance target, set at the outset of its strategic transformation, well ahead of schedule. After reaching the 60% milestone over a year ago Farnell has continued to develop and improve its 22 local language websites enhancing customers’ online purchase experience with tools like iBuy, dedicated new product microsites, online webinars, parametric search and product listing functionality. Key focus areas included a redesign of site navigation, and streamlining of the most active areas of the website to ensure a faster and more intuitive search process. Enhanced storefronts were introduced to allow customers direct access to the brands of their choice,
and a new contract pricing engine allowed custom pricing for over 25,000 customers. Farnell’s exclusive online eCommunity element14, which recently celebrated its second anniversary, has been a significant factor in boosting the online experience for design engineers. element14 was further enhanced last month with the launch of the element14 knode, the world’s first interactive design automation hub for electronic design engineers. During 2010 Farnell also launched its iPhone and Google Android applications; these have now been supplemented by a new dedicated iPad application. Offering bespoke functionality, these mobile tools enable direct access to Farnell technical support staff and interactive line cards whilst on the move. “Passing the landmark figure of 70% of orders being completed via e-commerce channels underlines the success of our online proposition and strategy,” said Neil Harrison, President of Farnell Europe. “With challenging market conditions across the industry we continue to grow our active customer base and take market share. By continually innovating and adding new features to our online customer experience, we are helping to simplify and accelerate our customers’ design processes when they are seeking information and purchasing product. Making applications available for the latest mobile platforms such as iPhone and iPad demonstrates that we are keeping pace with the very latest technology and working practices of our customers, driving profitable growth with our innovative web proposition.”
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Farnell passes landmark; 70% of sales now via e-commerce
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NEWS // Features // New productsACD Implements MaxQ Technology Inc.’s SCP SoftwareACD (Automated Circuit Design), a leading supplier to the electronics industry, announces the implementation of MaxQ Technologies Inc.’s Supply Chain Planning (SCP) module at its plant in Richardson, TX. MaxQ’s SCP module enhances Microsoft Dynamics SL with advanced replenishment methods that focus on planning the supply chain. The software integrates seamlessly with all MaxQ Supply Chain Management Series modules, and leverages data from existing distribution and order management systems to improve supplier management and fulfillment processes. Additionally, the SCP module combines inventory replenishment, material requirements planning and distribution requirements into one easy-to-use system. “The addition of a high-end MRP system such as MaxQ allows us to leverage our customers’ forecast for better pricing, while also being able to respond quickly to their market fluctuations,” commented W. Scott Fillebrown, President & CEO. “In today’s competitive business climate, companies need to look for innovative ways to stay one step ahead. Investments that improve supply chain operations and visibility help companies
make that leap – which result in better business performance and customer satisfaction. More on-time deliveries, less out-of-stocks and lean but effective inventory strategies enable companies to adapt to business changes easily. With their investment in leading-edge software to drive supply chain enhancements, we are more than confident that ACD is poised to continue to be a market leader and provide customers with a stellar experience now and into the foreseeable future,” commented John Pavain, President MaxQ Technologies. As a result of the MaxQ SCP implementation, ACD can automatically process demand and supply requirements regardless of source with complete control of output and document creation. The company also benefits from greater optimization, reduced costs and increased efficiency. ACD is a leading supplier to the electronics industry. Founded in 1984, ACD’s services comprise complete board layout services, ATE engineering services, DFM/DFA capability, printed circuit fabrication, component procurement, SMT and thru-hole build, rework, X-ray, flying probe and functional test, and development.www.acdusa.com
Absolute Turnkey provides a complete EMS solutionAbsolute Turnkey announces that its operation and business model provides customers with an end-to-end solution and the scalability of a Tier 1 EMS provider as well as the flexibility, speed and focus of Tier 2 or Tier 3 EMS providers. Absolute’s complete EMS solution includes: • NP I/Prototype /Production Assemblies• BGA Assembly & Rework• Printed Circuit Board Assembly• Field Returns /Repairs /Upgrades• Testing /Debugging /Failure Analysis “Providing our customers with an end-to end ‘total’ solution minimizes downtime, reducing the time to market,” commented Michelle Barbe, COO. Founded in 1996, Absolute Turnkey is a leader in manufacturing the complete end-to-end EMS solution. This end-to-end EMS solution helps customers rapidly introduce innovative new
technology by providing speed-to-market to their OEM customers. Speed-to-market starts with engineering services, and extends into prototypes, pilots and then into production.
For more information about Absolute Turnkey’s complete assembly solution, visit www.AbsoluteTurnkey.com or e-mail [email protected].
Absolute Turnkey COO Michelle Barbe
Photo courtesy Absolute Turnkey
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Interview with Donald Naugler, President of VJ Electronix, Inc.VJ Electronix, Inc. manufactures production-ready, automated rework and X-ray inspection solutions with many advanced capabilities. The company also provides custom rework and X-ray solutions tailored to satisfy specific application requirements. VJ Electronix is a worldwide leader in X-ray inspection and rework solutions. Electronics Production World recently caught up with Donald Naugler, President and General Manager, with more than 25 years experience in the electronics/microelectronics industries and more than 12 years experience in rework and X-ray, to find out what VJ Electronix has been up to lately.
Don, how are you positioning the company to become a major player in the rework and X-ray inspection markets?
What new challenges are you seeing emerge in the industry?
VJ Electronix is best known for systems used by large EMS companies with diverse requirements and high-end OEMs with large assemblies. Our introduction of the new Micra rework system broadens our product line with a new emphasis on portable devices and small form factors. We will continue this expansion with a renewed emphasis on application development with tooling and software designed for the newest components. On the X-ray side we have added staff to our software team. We will continue to develop new inspection tools and algorithms like the NEXUS 300 Masking Software that allows automated measurement of two-sided boards. Additionally, we are working on new applications such as Plated Through-Hole (PTH), discrete component inspection and even medical devices.
One certainly is the trend of new portable devices such as smart phones, e-readers, tablets, GPS and a myriad of small products that would have been beyond our imagination five years ago.These new products present new challenges for all of us involved in manufacturing. At VJ Electronix, our rework business had been driven mostly by larger computer mother boards, servers, telecom and other high priced assemblies. Historically, boards used in smaller portable products were so inexpensive that they were usually scrapped rather than repaired. These products are now so sophisticated, and their boards so complex and expensive that rework is now far more common. Reworking small, high-density boards on a rework system designed for large boards is not a problem. However, our customers have told us that they want a system optimized for the growing portable segment. We are introducing a new system designed for the specific needs of the portable market – smaller form factors, smaller packages and discrete components, RF shields and Package on Package, to name a few. The industry will follow the demands of
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consumers. We look to follow the demands of the industry.
Like many other equipment suppliers I have spoken with, VJ Electronix is seeing the results of an improving economy. However, customers are still very cautious. Therefore we strive to offer products and services that provide the greatest value. Our products must be cost effective and they need to meet not only today’s requirements, but also those of tomorrow.
The volume of rework for servers, high-end computing and communications products is driving the demand for greater throughput and higher yield. In response, we have introduced a new 7.8 kW bottom heater for our best selling Summit 1800. With the new bottom heater, our customers are typically benefit with more than a 30 percent reduction in preheat times. We also have seen a large increase in the desire to rework smaller assemblies such as cell phone boards. Not long ago, the cell phone was viewed as a disposable commodity. The cost to rework exceeded the cost of a new printed circuit board. Today, these devices have become so sophisticated and so highly integrated that rework makes economic sense. Many of our customers have asked for something smaller than our Summit line, but with similar performance. As a result, we introduced the new SRT Micra platform, which is designed for small, high-density assemblies.
The SRT Micra is a tabletop model, and aside from its size, all of the Micra’s features have been optimized for the types of components that are used in cell phones, netbooks and other portable devices. Our large heaters are replaced with smaller, more responsive and efficient heaters. We have developed new tooling and processes for RF shields and 0201/01005 passives. Additionally, we have simplified our user interface with greater use of graphics and a new automated profile technology.
VJ Electronix works closely with OEMs, EMS companies and component suppliers to identify trends and future requirements. We also have strong partnerships with our critical suppliers to help develop new technologies to meet these needs. For example, we recently completed a cooperative development of a new high-efficiency heater for our Micra system. Similarly, we are evaluating the latest digital X-ray detectors for Vertex and custom X-ray systems.
And are you seeing signs of increased demans as well as signs of economic improvement in the industry?
How is VJ Electronix addressing new network challenges being faced by your customers?
That sounds very interesting. Can you share some details about the SRT Micra?
In the assembly market, can you tell us about some of your partnerships? Ho does the SRT Micra fit into VJ Electronix’s partnership strategy?
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NEWS // Features // new products Our new Micra rework system is one of most important new product launches in the last few years. We are in discussion with a select few manufacturers to be our lead customers for this product. We will work closely with these customers to learn how they will use the system in their operation. Together we will optimize processes, develop tooling, and adapt the system to better meet their needs.
We first established our China sales office within the original VJ Technologies facility in 2006. Soon after, in 2008, VJ Electronix opened its Applications Lab. Then, a little more than a year ago, we began manufacturing our Vertex Series A X-ray systems in China. Earlier this year, we expanded into the new, larger VJ Technologies facility in Suzhou. The combined manufacturing center will allow us to begin local manufacturing of other current products as well as potentially expanding into products designed specifically for local customers. The new 1500 m2 building is part of the combined VJ Technologies China corporate infrastructure. The facility, which recently has been registered for ISO 9000, houses the VJ Electronix China sales office, support center and manufacturing, as well as VJ Technologies’ engineering, production, inspection services, and X-ray source manufacturing. This facility gives us the space to grow with the China market, as well as the rest of the world. Our 25 m2 applications lab is equipped with two Summit rework systems, a Vertex X-ray machine and our new SRT Micra rework platform, giving us full rework and inspection capability.
There has been significant work done lately with hot gas rework for through-hole devices, especially connectors. The problem of copper dissolution when doing rework with solder fountains is well documented. Convection, or hot gas through-hole rework, minimizes exposure of the delicate barrels to molten solder. We have provided hot gas solutions using “spot heaters” on our Summit 1800 and with our dedicated 400ST through-hole rework system.
We recently introduced a new feature for inspecting double-sided boards. Analysis of boards that have passive components beneath BGAs, for instance, was difficult unless one had access to a true 3-D X-ray system. For many, 3-D X-ray is cost prohibitive. Our new NEXUS Mask Software allows the system to analyze solder joints in areas that are partially obstructed by backside passives. We see a great need for an efficient and reasonably
We understand that you have a strong presence in China. Can you expound on your current and future manufacturing plans for this region?
We’ve been hearing more about through-hole rework in the news lately. What developments are you working on in this technology?
Do you have any new X-ray technologies?
NEWS // Features // new productspriced X-ray solution for the production floor. Very few of our customers plan to use X-ray to inspect 100 percent of their production. They also do not want to invest in a high-end lab tool for first article, random sample and in-process validation. We have focused much of our X-ray development effort toward serving the needs of the production floor. Our Vertex is not designed to be a super laboratory tool. It will not give the same magnification, nor is it designed for multiple high angle oblique views. On the other hand, it does not require a skilled engineer to operate. We apply enough automation to ensure repeatable inspection results from day-to-day, operator-to-operator, or site-to-site.
My pleasure.Donald Naugler, President of VJ Electronix, thank you so much for your time.
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The LED lighting market looks set to explode, with some sources predicting that in five years time 50% of the global lighting market will be fulfilled by solid state solutions. Whether street or office illumination, refrigeration or architectural lighting, every solid state light needs power – and the power supply is often the weakest link. Whilst the LEDs themselves are highly efficient, the benefits of this can be lost if energy efficiency is not optimised in the power supply. Correctly installed, the lifetime of an LED light can be 35 years or more, but even a well-designed power supply working within its operating parameters will last only 10-12 years. A poorly designed, lower efficiency power supply unit running at high-temperature will not even last half as long. Designing a power supply unit to achieve maximum operating efficiencies for LED lighting applications can be a daunting task. Designers have to consider a wide range of issues when conceiving power solutions to navigate the regulations for
LED installations and ensure a power supply with maximum service life.
Regulations Due to specific operating voltages and the configuration in which the LEDs are arranged, a standard power supply cannot be used with LED lighting. LED power supplies are governed by specific legislation covering safety (EN61347-1/ -2-13, UL8750, UL1310 Class 2), EMC (EN55015) and harmonics (EN61000-3-2 Class C), but not all these specs are relevant to lighting applications. In addition, the EU Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC sets out rules for reducing the environmental impact of Energy-using Products (EuP) and other Energy related Products (ErP) at all stages from design concept to manufacturing. Street, office and domestic lighting all fall within this directive, along with their respective power supplies. This legislation can sometimes be complicated to interpret for lighting designers and LED engineers entering the market, so discussing
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NEWS // Features // new Productsspecific requirements with a specialist distributor such as Avnet Abacus with its comprehensive power portfolio and consultative approach can be valuable at the design stage to ensure compliance from the start. In addition, a good distributor will work with its suppliers to keep up with future regulations and participate in regular training.
Operating Efficiencies The illumination output of solid state systems depends on how the LED array is driven. For example, using a constant current power supply produces the lowest cost and highest efficiency solution, but unbalanced current for each parallel branch of LEDs can lead to uneven brightness and shortened life. On the other hand, using a constant voltage power supply with an LED driver IC will accurately control the current through the LEDs, delivering a more uniform light output and long life, but at a reduced efficiency and a higher cost. Designers will need to consider what application they are designing for and if a return on investment could be achieved by using a more expensive, but more uniform driver solution to give extended life, instead of a low cost, reduced life option. For example, for small and medium power LED Lighting systems, sophisticated semiconductor solutions from Power Integrations (PI) could be specified. PI leads on technology solutions to design customised LED power supplies with the minimum of component with their perfect working software tools. This could be a low cost option for large volume applications, and one benefit is that the circuit can be trimmed for the highest efficiency. However, this is not always the option with the fastest turnaround time, given the approval process required for some regulations. The alternative is a ready to use, high quality, high efficient off the shelf solution resulting in a faster time to market. Typically we have over 500 different models available with constant current (CC) output power 3W up to 350W, and a growing number with dimming options for use in applications such as architectural lighting. In addition, a wide range of LED power supplies with constant voltage (CV) output are available, ranging from 10W to thousands of Watts, suitable for low to high power LED lighting systems and screens.
Maximising Service Life Much has been written about the longevity of LEDs, but it is important to be aware that they are not indestructible; a simple voltage glitch has the capacity to damage the LED. Aside from that, the main area affecting service life of both the power supply and LED lighting is that of excess heat. Although the LED devices run at low power, the build up of heat in the array as well as in the power supply needs to be minimised by using heat sinks on mountings for example. Not only will the lighting unit run more efficiently at a lower temperature but the risk of damage to the housing holding the LEDs will be significantly reduced. Designers should be integrating heat dissipation solutions into the power supply design from the outset in order to maximise service life. Consideration should also be given to where and how the lighting units will be mounted to aid the cooling process. Another issue to weigh up is minimising weak points within the power supply assembly itself. Components such as electrolytic capacitors and opto couplers are known to impact on service life and reliability. Increasingly, designers are specifying power supply solutions without these items. In addition, care should be taken to ensure that high quality construction methods are used to prevent against the potential degradation caused by heat, aggressive moisture ingress and UV light. A dry solder joint from poor quality construction methods could prove critical once the power supply is in the field. Selecting a power supply for LED lighting applications is not straight forward, and not everyone will have the in-depth knowledge of the rules and regulations that must be complied with in each specific market. In order to achieve the longest life cycle possible with LED lighting, it is crucial to get the right advice and specify and select the correct power supply from the many solutions available and install it correctly. Only when all these things have been taken into consideration can you expect to achieve the most efficient solution possible.
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SemiSouth Laboratories, Inc., the leading manufacturer of silicon carbide (SiC) transistor technology for high-power, high-efficiency, harsh-environment power management and conversion applications, has launched a new family of low cost SiC JFETS with very good linearity targeted at high-end audio applications. SJEP120R100A and SJEP120R063A offer a very good linearity and best–in-class distortion. Compatible with standard gate driver ICs, both versions feature a positive temperature coefficient for ease of paralleling; extremely fast switching with no ‘tail’ current at up to a maximum operating temperature of 150degC and a low RDS(on)max of 0.100Ω and 0.063Ω respectively. Devices are available in TO-247
packages; the 100mΩ part is also available in die form for integration into modules. Comments Nelson Pass, founder of leading audio amplifier manufacturer Nelson Pass Inc.: “Over the last forty years I have greatly appreciated the qualities of low power JFETs in audio circuits, and experimenting with the few examples of ‘unobtainable’ power JFETs has convinced me of their great potential. With the new SiC power JFETs from SemiSouth, this potential has been realized in reliable linear power amplifiers. In push-pull topologies, they exhibit a 50% to 70% improvement in distortion, and in single-ended circuits the improvement has been nearly ten-fold. Currently we profitably produce a small high-end audio amplifier using the SJEP120R100A devices and are engaged in developing other higher
SiC JFETs from SemiSouth target high-end audio
power amplifiers using this and the SJDP120R085 depletion mode devices. Comments Dieter Liesabeths, SemiSouth’s Director of Sales: “These parts are especially suitable for high end audio amplifier designs which demand the best linearity performance and lowest distortion. Compared to conventional SiC JFET for power applications, the prices for these audio parts has been reduced by about 15% in order to meet the demand of customers” about SemiSouth Laboratories, Inc. SemiSouth, a privately owned corporation with its
main offices and foundry in Starkville, Mississippi, (USA), focuses on silicon carbide (SiC) power devices and electronics, targeting applications such as: solar inverters; power conversion in computing and network power supplies; variable-speed drives for industrial motors and hybrid electric vehicles; and products used in high-power, harsh-environment military and aerospace environments.
More information is available at www.semisouth.com.
HARTING has introduced a new version of its Han(R) PushPull Profinet connector with an angled outgoing cable, making it suitable for use in situations where space is limited. The Han(R) PushPull connector (variant 14 according to IEC 61076-3-117) is the standard connector for industrial Profinet cabling applications where IP 65/67 protection is required, and the new version ensures compliance with the required bending radii for data lines. Field-installable 4- and 8-pin RJ45 data inserts
are also available. Han(R) PushPull RJ45 connectors are suitable for transmitting 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet, Category 5 (4-pin) or for transmitting 1/10
Gbit/s Ethernet, Category 6, Class EA (8-pin). To view the information sheet, follow this link:http://tinyurl.com/3k24bgt.
The HARTING Group develops, manufactures and distributes electrical and electronic connectors, network components, pre-assembled system cables, and backplane assemblies. These products are capable of withstanding the harshest demands in industrial environments and provide high data rates for electronic applications.
www.HARTING.com
Angled Profinet version of Han(R) PushPull connector
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It’s not just pens and pencils many children use in the classroom, today even four and five year-olds find computer-based learning fun. As parents get their children ready to go back to school in September, two specialist CHERRY keyboards developed for the education market and a CHERRY computer mouse designed specifically for children are worth a closer look. Children love the CHERRY Kids Mouse with its bright black and yellow housing – it was developed by the company’s design team in conjunction with nurseries and schools specifically for younger learners. The corded optical Kids Mouse ensures accurate and smooth cursor control with 1000 dpi resolution and its “Plug and Play” installation ensures extremely simple start up.
CHERRY accessories designed for young ICT learners
Polyonics introduces a new family of single coated engineered tapes designed to solve static dissipative (ESD), halogen-free flame retardant and high temperature applications. The tapes are REACH and RoHS compliant and available in a wide variety of polyimide, polyester and aluminum constructions. They also include an array of liners to allow hand or die-cutting. Polyonics is a supplier of high performance materials used by converters and OEMs worldwide to solve tape, label and film applications in extreme environments. “The knowledge and experience we’ve gained over the past 15 years helping
converters solve complex ESD, flame retardant and high temperature problems has led to the introduction of these new tapes”, states Tom Rogers, marketing director at Polyonics. “Our developments in functional coatings and pressure sensitive adhesives combined with using the most advanced polymer film technologies have allowed us to offer the best tapes for complex engineering problems.”
Polyonics at a Glance Polyonics is a renowned manufacturer of high performance, custom film, tape and label materials used by specialty die-cut converters worldwide. Founded in 1995, and ISO
9001:2008 registered, Polyonics strategically designs single and double coated polyimide, polyester and aluminum films for the extreme temperatures and harsh environments found in the electronics, automotive, aerospace and medical
industries.
For more on Polyonics products, visit:
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Polyonics Introduces a New Family of Engineered Tapes
It’s symmetrical 3 button design and smaller size fits children’s hands and other thoughtful details, such as a particularly long 2 m. cable for connection to the PC, take account of a child’s smaller stature and shorter arms. Additional appealing features include stickers so children can customise their mouse and a matching customisable mouse mat is included in the package. The CHERRY Kids Mouse works with 64 and 32-bit operating systems, including Window 7™, Windows 2000™, Windows XP™ and Windows Vista™. Guaranteed for three years, the recommended retail price for the Kids Mouse is £14.99. Small children start to learn to write in lower case and it can be confusing for them to have to read and recognise the capitals printed on standard keyboards, so
CHERRY has produced a special version of its well-known CHERRY G83-6000 series with lower case letters on the keycaps instead of capitals. A design classic with millions in use across the whole of Europe and the US, this is an extremely robust, proven design which is guaranteed for heavy use. Recommended retail price is £39.99. The CHERRY G83-6236 XXL is a comfortable standard-size keyboard with extra-large imprinted characters making it easier for visually-impaired learners to use. The keyboard has standard QWERTY layout and also separate number and cursor blocks. Both letter and number keys are printed the maximum possible size and characters take up the whole of the printable surface of the key cap, unlike normal keyboards which
typically have characters printed on less than 30% of the available surface. Bold black characters against the very light grey background of the key material provide visual contract, another feature which assists students with visual difficulties. Key caps are abrasion-proof for long-life and repeated use. The G83-6236 XXL also features comfortable actuation of keys and uniform switching characteristics, thanks to NTK technology which employs elastomeric membrane contact switches. This robust keyboard is guaranteed for two years and is also available in other language versions on request. Recommended retail price is £39.99.www.cherrycorp.com
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FCT Assembly announces its commitment to providing lead-free solutions to customers who are concerned with their impact on the environment. FCT is the only US licensee of Nihon Superior’s SN100C lead-free alloy. With more than 1000 lines
in commercial production, some for more than six years, and more than 250 million boards in service, SN100C provides the confidence that switching to lead-free does not have to be difficult. FCT partnered with Nihon Superior to offer its patented
lead-free nickel stabilized tin/copper wave solder alloy, SN100C, throughout North America. SN100C was developed to offer a technically superior and more economical option to the tin-silver-copper alloys also being considered. SN100C provides bridge-free wave soldering at temperatures typically used with tin/lead alloys. The patented addition of nickel to the tin-copper eutectic offers bridge-free wave soldering at 250°-260°C (482°-500°F) without any special solder pots. Additionally, SN100C is easy to manage in the solder pot and there are no shorts on the QFP up to 0.65 mm, 100 pins. The tin/copper wave solder alloy features smooth, bright
fillets at a lower cost than silver containing lead-free alloys. Additionally, SN100C provides good penetration of through-holes and lower dressing than other lead-free alloys. FCT Assembly offers a full lineup of SN100C alloy products, including SN100C Bar Solder, NC601 Power Core Wire Solder, WS101 Power Core Wire Solder, NL930PT No Clean Solder Paste and numerous others.
For more information or to shop online now, visit www.fctassembly.net.
FCT Assembly’s Full Lineup of Lead-Free Solder Solutions
GOEPEL Electronics’ Automated X-Ray and Optical Inspection systems (AXI/AOI) are now available to the North American market. This is another important strategic step towards meeting the significantly increased demands for optical test equipment for mounted PCBs in the US and Canada. “Numerous demands from potential customers asking for our AOI and AXI systems led to the decision to offer our optical inspection solutions directly on the US market,” explains Jens Kokott, Senior Manager Optical Inspection (AOI/AXI) with GOEPEL Electronics. David Whetstone, Sales President of GOEPEL
electronics Ltd, based in Austin/TX, adds: “Many American engineers are keen to utilize technologically leading inspection equipment to ensure maximum product quality. In particular tasks such as inspection quality, easy program generation and low false call rates characterize our AOI and AXI machines best.” GOEPEL Electronics’ well-proven OptiCon AOI systems, offered in various configuration versions, can be applied in various PCB production areas, such as before or after the soldering process, and as as stand-alone and inline variants. The AOI systems are able to detect manufacturing faults on multiple pin components, such as faulty solder joints
and missing, mis-aligned and wrong components. The OptiCon series systems were honored with several industry awards, including Test & Measurement World’s “Best in Test Awards” for OptiCon BasicLine and OptiCon TurboLine. At the technological leading edge, there is GOEPEL Electronics’ x-ray inspection system OptiCon X-Line 3D, which is unrivalled worldwide by utilising a revolutionary GigaPixel image technology. A real-time multi angle image recording capability is the basis that enables a test speed of 40cm²/s for full 3D PCB capturing. Integrated reconstruction methods, based on digital tomosynthesis, allows highly defined evaluation of the
board’s single layers.
For more information on GOEPEL Electronics and its products, visit:
www.goepel.com
Or see the ‘About Goepel Electronics’ paragraph in the original version of this article on Electronics Production World, at:
www.tinyurl.com/3aolg56
Made in Germany: Industry leading X-Ray and Optical Test Equipment now available in the US
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