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 The Branford Group - Eagle Comtronics Auction

SMTnet Express, June 13, 2024, Subscribers: 25,650, Companies: 12,175, Users: 29,054

█  Electronics Manufacturing Technical Articles

Influence of Plating Quality on Reliability of Microvias

Advances in miniaturized electronic devices have led to the evolution of microvias in high density interconnect (HDI) circuit boards from single-level to stacked structures that intersect multiple HDI layers. Stacked microvias are usually filled with electroplated copper. Challenges for ...

Credit: CALCE Center for Advanced Life Cycle Engineering

The Proximity of Microvias to PTHs And Its Impact On The Reliability

High Density Interconnect (HDI) technology is fast becoming the enabling technology for the next generation of small portable electronic communication devices. These methods employ many different dielectrics and via fabrication technologies. In this research, the effect of ...

Credit: Universal Instruments Corporation

Review of Interconnect Stress Testing Protocols and Their Effectiveness in Screening Microvias

The use of microvias in Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) for military hardware is increasing as technology drives us toward smaller pitches and denser circuitry. Along with the changes in technology, the industry has changed and captive manufacturing lines are few and far between. As PCBs get ...

Credit: Raytheon

Reliability of Stacked Microvia

Reliability of Microvia has been a concern since microvias were introduced to our industry. Tps study was designed to understand the reliability of Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 Microvias. Reliability Test Coupon design was developed in co-operation with PWB Interconnect to include up to four stacks of microvias ...

Credits: Firan Technology Group

Reliability Testing For Microvias In Printed Wire Boards

Traditional single level microvia structures are generally considered the most robust type of interconnection witpn a printed wire board (PWB) substrate. The rapid implementation of HDI technology now commonly requires between 2, 3 or 4 levels of microvias sequentially processed into ...

Credits: PWB Interconnect Systems Inc.

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█  Printed Circuit Board Assembly & PCB Design Forum

FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION Machine -- We are looking for FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION Machine. Please let me know which are the different make machine available in the market.

JT Reflow oven support ? -- Hi is anyone aware of third-party support for JT Reflow ovens in the United States?

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█  SMT, PCB Electronics Assembly Manufacturing Industry News

HELLER Partners With Circuit Technology, Restronics

Heller Industries announced two hirings today to strengthen their market position in the Eastern United States. Bob Doetzer, President of Circuit Technology Inc., has been appointed sales representative for North and South Carolina. Circuit Technology is a manufacturer's representative and IPC training group specializing in products and services covering circuit board production and semiconductor assembly....

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Amtech Continues to Attract New Customers with Proven Vapor Phase Technology

Amtech Electrocircuits announces the ongoing success of its robust vapor phase technology. With more than a decade of proven success, its vapor phase technology continues to meet and exceed the demanding requirements of modern electronics manufacturing, consistently attracting new customers....

Amtech Electrocircuits

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SHENMAO Develops Thermal Fatigue-Resistant Solder Paste PF918-P250 for High-Reliability Requirements

SHENMAO Technology proudly announces the development of its new thermal fatigue-resistant solder paste, PF918-P250. Designed to meet high-reliability requirements, PF918-P250 offers advanced features and superior performance for electronic products requiring exceptional durability....

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█  SMT / PCB Products & Services

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Unisoft - ProntoSELECTIVE-SOLDERING

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Imagineering - We are circuit board assembly & fabrication experts

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PCB REFLOW OVEN

Heller - Flux-Free Formic Acid Reflow Oven

Heller

PCB DISPENSING

GPD - Dispense Pumps for Integration

GPD Global

Reflow

PCB Reflow Oven Machine I.C.T Lyra Series

Dongguan I.C.T

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█  SMT / PCB Assembly Equipment Auctions

AUCTION | Online Equipment Auction of Altronic: Small-Batch Surface Mount & Assembly Facility

AUCTIONEER | The Branford Group

TYPE | Online Auction

FEATURING | Altronic

Small-Batch Surface Mount & Assembly Facility

(2) Europlacer iineo Placement Machines, (30+) Europlacer Trolleys & (500+) ii-Feed Elements, Mycronic JET26 | Heller 1707 MK-III | Yestech YTX-300

SCHEDULE | Thu, Jun 20 to Wed, Jun 26, 2024

OPENS | Thursday, June 20, 2024 8:00 AM (EST)

CLOSING BEGINS | Thursday, June 26, 2024 1:00 PM (EST)

LOCATION | 712 Trumbull Ave, Girard, OH 44420

FEATURED EQUIPMENT |

Surface Mount Equipment: Mydata MY600, Jet 26 Jet Printer (2014), (2) Europlacer iineo Multi Function Pick & Place Systems (2015 & 2009), Heller 1707 MK-III Reflow Oven (2008), Yestech YTX-300 X-Ray

Component Storage: Europlacer Lzero3 EX, Automatic SMT Component Storage Cabinet (2016)

Europlacer Trolleys: (14) Europlacer Intelligent Feeder Trolleys, (27) Europlacer Traditional Feeder Trolleys, (2) Europlacer Large-Format Feeder Trolleys

Europlacer Elements & Feeders: (425) Europlacer ii-Feed 8mm Elements, (48) Europlacer ii-Feed 12mm Elements, (16) Europlacer ii-Feed 16mm Elements, (9) Europlacer ii-Feed 24mm Elements, (2) Europlacer Belt Feeders, (4) Europlacer 8mm Intelligent NT Double Tape Feeders, (3) Europlacer 12mm Intelligent NT Feeders, (1) Europlacer 16mm Intelligent NT Feeder, (1) Europlacer 24mm Intelligent NT Feeder, (3) Europlacer 32mm Intelligent NT Feeders, (1) Europlacer 44mm Intelligent NT Feeder, (375) Non-Intelligent Elements - 8mm to 24mm

Europlacer Accessories: (2) Europlacer Offline Setup Stations; Software: RC5.16.B2M21, Europlacer EPI-SERV-174 Server; Software Version: 1.07, Europlacer Offline Vision Bench, Europlacer E102854 Trolley Interface

Branford Auction June 20-26, 2024

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█  Electronic Equipment Market

MARKET - Used Electronic Assembly Machines For Sale

Board Cleaners

Aqueous Technologies Trident XLD

Baja Bid

P&P / FEEDERS

 SMTUnion - Panasonic NPM-W2 Chipshooter

SMTUnion

PCB AOI

World Equipment Source - YesTech YTV-2050 AOI

World Equipment Source, LLC

Adhesive Dispensers

 Musashi FAD2500

KD Electronics Ltd.

AOI INSPECTION

 Lewis & Clark Viscom S3088  AOI

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PCB TEST

Lewis & Clark Agilent 3070

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KD Electronics

Pick and Place/Feeders

Mydata Agilis Feeders

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█  Electronics Manufacturing & Assembly Events Calendar

EVENTS

Querétaro Expo & Tech Forum | June 6

SMTA

San Diego Chapter In-Person Event: IPC J-STD-001 Compliant Solder Pattern Calculations for DFA | June 10

SMTA

SMTA Webinar: Translating the Technology, a "Cross-Over" Event - Ultra HDI | June 12

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█  Electronics Manufacturing Training Courses & PCB Assembly Training

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Soldering & Rework

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Electronics Inspection

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EPTAC - 2024 IPC Certification Training Schedule

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TRAINING - PCB Inspection Electronics Manufacturing Training Courses

IPC-A-610 Specialist Interactive PCB Inspection Lab (CIS or CIT Option) Certification Training Course

Multiple dates and locations. Check the link for details

EPTAC Corporation

TRAINING - PCB Rework and Hand Soldering Training Courses

Customizable Basic Hand Soldering

Multiple dates and locations. Check the link for details

Blackfox Training Institute, LLC

EPTAC Hand Soldering Certification Training Course

Multiple dates and locations. Check the link for details

EPTAC Corporation

BGA Rework Process Implementation

Multiple dates and locations. Check the link for details

Precision PCB Services, Inc

TRAINING - Online Electronics Manufacturing and Assembly Training Courses

Reflow Soldering 101 Training Course

Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA)

IPC/WHMA-A-620 Expert (CSE) Certification Training Course

EPTAC Corporation

IPC Certified Electronics Program Manager (CEPM) Training and Certification Program

Association Connecting Electronics Industries (IPC)

Component Placement 101 Training Course

Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA)

ESD Control for Electronics Assembly

Association Connecting Electronics Industries (IPC)

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█  Electronics Manufacturing & PCB Assembly Career Center

Job Needs & Wants

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Line Operatioon Engineer of Panasonic mounter

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Customs & Finance Officer

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AOI Engineer

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Rehm Thermal Systems

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Tampa, Florida, USA

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Vortex Industries

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Dongguan RuiHengHuaTai Electronic Co., Ltd

SMT Electronics Technician

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Intelligent Manufacturing Solutions

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Williamsport, Pennsylvania, USA

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█  PCB Design & Assembly Industry Associations

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Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA)

SMTA is a non-profit international association of companies and individuals (totalling 4,000) involved in all aspects of advanced electronics assembly, surface mount and related technologies.

Membership Info | SMTA Certification | Bookstore | Upcoming Events

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Association Connecting Electronics Industries (IPC)

IPC is a US-based trade association dedicated to the competitive excellence and financial success of its nearly 2,600 member companies which represent all facets of the electronic interconnection industry, including design, printed wiring board manufacturing and electronics assembly.

Membership Info | Training & Certification | Online Store | Upcoming Events

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