Electronics Forum | Tue Sep 30 14:14:17 EDT 2008 | ck_the_flip
I've done it 3 different ways in my career (3 different places): 1.) Process Engineering was responsible for solder paste inventory (as well as all other process materials). That was a bad situation due to the blame factor. 2.) TOOL-CRIB control
Electronics Forum | Fri Oct 31 12:50:12 EDT 2008 | devgru
Dominik, I have to agree with Andrew on his choice of Inspection Technology, but not the vendor. I looked at 2 of the 3 that you are asking about (TRI did not make my cut as I just didn't get a good feeling from them). I also looked at the Mirtec and
Electronics Forum | Tue Nov 04 15:17:52 EST 2008 | iziris
This is my first circuit board that I am attempting to build and need a little help. Not exactly sure what is going on but maybe one of you guys could give some input. I am attaching the electrical diagram I am using. Everything thing seems to be wor
Electronics Forum | Mon Nov 10 11:59:41 EST 2008 | sliebl
Mark, The 10011 and all other process types are hard coded by Contact Systems and can not be changed by the user. The user can, however, change the Vision Center Type information as well as the Vision Size Code. Our Center Type for SOT23 is: Process
Electronics Forum | Wed Nov 19 20:07:05 EST 2008 | davef
First, it's GREAT to have a long-term lurker posting here on SMTnet. Maybe this will encourage other lurkers to join us. [We'll try to be on our best behavior.] Second, while Stephen Pence's explanation of 'equivalence factors' is accurate, your con
Electronics Forum | Thu Nov 20 06:43:42 EST 2008 | sjpence
I'm not sure I completely agree with you regarding the smoke screen factor. I have found many times confusion around bulk ionic testing comes down to people not understanding your point about it not being a "standard or absolute value". Most people
Electronics Forum | Thu Nov 20 19:47:04 EST 2008 | davef
Steve In response to your comments: SP: I'm not sure I completely agree with you regarding the smoke screen factor. I have found many times confusion around bulk ionic testing comes down to people not understanding your point about it not being a "
Electronics Forum | Mon Jan 19 12:56:36 EST 2009 | alien
Proper Prior Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance. I am on the customer side, but have a pretty good idea on what has to happen on the assembly side. TALK TO YOUR CUSTOMER, TELL HIM IN ADVANCE WHAT YOU NEED !!! PCB fab takes at least one day
Electronics Forum | Mon Jan 19 14:00:34 EST 2009 | jwolvans
Thank you for the customer's perspective, Alien. We actually send a short "wish-list" to our customers and includes such necessities as: 1. BOM. Must be Rev-controlled and contain, at minimum, a useable part numbering scheme, adequate description fi
Electronics Forum | Mon Mar 02 04:20:27 EST 2009 | emmanueldavid
Glossy/Matte & Plating). 2. Select Solder Paste according to Your Customer or In-House Specifications which is compatible for expected Process. 3. Use Chemical Etch / Electro Polished Stencil with proper Aspect Ratios (AR=>1.5) & Area Ratios(ArR=>0.6
