Electronics Forum | Sun May 12 23:40:03 EDT 2002 | caldon
Both are good machines. I think the variable here is : 1)The topaz has been around longer and more time to be refined. 2) Support structure- I give the nod to Assembleon for this one. They have a stronger Apps and FS devision. Are these the only two
Electronics Forum | Thu Jun 06 08:23:56 EDT 2002 | caldon
I have not seen any, but that does not mean they do not exist. I do know lead-free is starting to loose its momentum. Compliance dates are being pushed back. And also some of the European standards developments are starting to make exceptions (i.e. m
Electronics Forum | Thu Jun 06 08:16:13 EDT 2002 | caldon
Jim- Sorry I can not offer advice on the Panasonic machine but do want to shed light on the Die and waffle pack issue. Take note that if the Die are loose in the pockets the balls or terminations could be damaged. The thin layer that the ball is atta
Electronics Forum | Mon Jul 29 21:26:23 EDT 2002 | caldon
Just a small note...KNS Subcontracted an advanced placement machines and bonder from Datacon (Austria). With KNS moving all of their equipment production over seas Datacon (Also thought it was time to go direct)went direct in the US market. Datacon
Electronics Forum | Fri Aug 23 22:22:01 EDT 2002 | caldon
We have a great sophistcated Manual/Semi Assembly station available for BGS, QFP, Chips, CSP......Can use matrix trays, tape reel,Cut tape reel, loose parts, and sticks. Please contact me off line for more details. I am not a salesman....AppsEng.
Electronics Forum | Wed Sep 25 09:56:54 EDT 2002 | caldon
I do agree and try to "Curb" the commercialism as best as can. I always try to address the needs on a non-bias point. If I can help in any way by all means let me know. In the mean time I will keep my plugs to off line conversation while adddin
Electronics Forum | Tue Oct 15 11:41:46 EDT 2002 | caldon
Yes i was joking about the resume thing...Some of you knowing me and my strange sence of humor will catch my "digs". My Mug held high........Any time... Hey is it possible to get a SMTnet meeting reception together at APEX??? Just a thought. This
Electronics Forum | Tue Oct 15 12:24:14 EDT 2002 | kenbliss
Cal I like the general meeting idea. Now of course does the rest of the group. Brian Doyle what are your thoughts, great way to expand the sponsor base. The show will be busy this year, it could be good. Yes, I state "will be busy" that is the e
Electronics Forum | Fri Oct 18 21:31:15 EDT 2002 | caldon
Many times the board may look the same but incases there could be subtle differences that could cause your process to go out of process limit. With boards that look alike you still need to consider: Solder paste (Is key to the reflow profile) compone
Electronics Forum | Wed Oct 30 23:14:41 EST 2002 | caldon
Doug is right contaminates can be transfered from hands to boards easily. I also know gloves are a good practice as some times people wear moisturizers and hand creams that can also cause issues. Another thought is that you do not want people handl
