Production Solutions'  RED-E-SET Ultra HD

Production Solutions Inc., a leading engineering, design and manufacturing company, offer its line of RED-E-SET board supports, including the award-winning RED-E-SET Ultra HD.

The award-winning RED-E-SET Ultra HD eliminates expensive custom tooling plates, the need for new custom tooling plates for each board revision, defects due to inadequate board support, time-consuming changeovers and machine downtime. 

The Ultra HD offers the support coverage of dedicated tooling but with the flexibility of universal tooling. Ultra HD modules are made to the user's board dimensions and come standard with 0.350" pin spacing. So instead of having to wait for custom-machined plates due to a new PCB revision, the RED-E-SET Ultra HD gets you running right away

The new format is ideal for those users that typically run similar board dimensions but change board layouts frequently, have panelized boards, or those that are highly populated.

The Ultra HD modules come in both strip format for those users that need to add or remove support depending on board width, and our new format which is board/application specific.

Multi-Components GmbH will also showcase Production Solutions Red-E-Set Autoset - Motorized model, the  Red-E-Set SZ - Center Support model, the Red-E-Set Inline - Standard model and the Red-E-Set VB - Vacuum Box Printer model.

Production Solutions Inc. in profile
Established in 1998 as an engineering, design and manufacturing company, Production Solutions, Inc. is located in Poway, California north of San Diego. The focus of the company's development projects has been on improving the methods of assembly of printed circuit boards. In 2000, the first product introduced was the Red-E-Set board support system for semi-automatic screen printers. Well received by the market, PSI introduced the inline version in 2001.

For further information, view website: www.production-solutions.com

The color-coded features of PB Swiss
Tools' Rainbow© Series set them apart from the rest

Count On Tools Inc., a leading provider of precision components and SMT spare parts, offer Rainbow© Hex Key Sets from PB Swiss Tools.

The color-coded features of PB Swiss Tools' Rainbow© Series set them apart from the rest by giving an indication of size to every tool. PB Swiss Tools' uses the latest high-tech processes to manufacture colored handles and blades to make work better, easier, and more efficient.

The Rainbow® series allows users to quickly find the right hex key, thanks to recognition of the sizes by color. The key sets feature precisely chamfered corners for easy insertion into screws. In addition, the RainBow® series provides absolute precision and the highest regularity with tolerances smaller than a human hair.

Rainbow® hex key sets are labeled with the serial number for additional security, and to enable tracing the production back to the raw material. The key sets are chrome-plated with a powder-coated color finish for protection against corrosion.

PB hex keys feature a perfect-shaped ball-point end, which allows any user to turn the screws with an angle of up to 30°. PB Swiss is the only manufacturer to offer such a large angle for ball-point hex keys, which allows them to be more versatile for the user and very unique.

With more than 130 years of experience, PB Swiss Tools is a global leader of hand tools manufactured for use in the industrial marketplace, even for the most hazardous jobs. PB Swiss Tools has spent over a century perfecting the ideal blend of quality spring steel alloys and precise heat treating processes to develop hand tools of unrivaled quality and performance.

For further information, e-mail: sales@pbtools.us or view website: www.pbtools.us

Molex's Multi-Drop Sealed Connector and
Cable System provides greater flexibility when designing
internal and external data/signal and power applications

Molex Incorporated now offer its Multi-Drop Sealed Connector and Cable System, a sealed, modular, cable connector system for the transfer of both power and data/signal in a multi-drop configuration. Using cable-pierce technology to deliver a rugged, free-form, pluggable connector string, the Multi-Drop Sealed Connector and Cable System is fully sealed to IP66 and IP67 ratings, and can be customised to meet any requirements for internal and external data/signal and power applications, providing customers with greater flexibility when designing their applications.

"Molex's Multi-Drop Sealed Connector and Cable System's string layout, customised mating interface and modular design can be designed to meet customer-specific applications," said Desmond Ryan, product manager at Molex Incorporated. "The system is suitable for many lighting and power applications, security systems and sensors in environments such as office buildings, road infrastructure, car parks, public transport, city centres and other public places."

The system is comprised of multiple connector modules made up of three sections, including top and base housings which are terminated to a multi-core flat cable, and a custom pluggable connector with an interfacial seal. Retention studs on the top and base housings align the cable module during termination, provide constant compression of the connector on the cable and add strain-relief. Connections can be made on stranded cores of wire of 1.50mm (16 AWG) or greater.

The single termination process allows for quick and easy field termination and is suitable for applications up to approximately 3.0A. Having 50-cycle durability, the pluggable connector can be mated/unmated during installation and for re-use, repair or replacement. With weather-proof and UV-protected housings, gel matte and connector interfacial seals, the assembled system is fully sealed and suitable for use in all weather conditions.

For further information, view website: www.molex.com/link/multi-drop_sealed_connector.html.   Refer to page 139

CyberOptics' range of inspection system technologies

CyberOptics Corporation (Nasdaq: CYBE) offer a range of AOI and SPI systems.

CyberOptics' QX500™ AOI system combines a unique image acquisition solution to provide yet another industry-leading, high-speed inspection solution. The QX500™ represents a quantum leap in inspection technology, system design and speed, with improved cycle times. The QX500™ features CyberOptics' Strobed Inspection Module (SIM) and is capable of inspecting 01005 components and larger at an incredible 200 cm²/sec, securely positioning itself as the fastest area-scanning Automated Optical Inspection system in the industry. The introduction of SIM enables the system to offer 'on-the-fly' inspection, setting it apart from other conventional inspection methods.

The SE500™ 100 percent 3D Solder Paste Inspection system has the ability to inspect the most demanding assemblies at >80 cm²/sec inspection speed without compromising on measurement accuracy and repeatability. The SE500™ systems can inspect pad sizes down to 01005 component size (150 x 150 µm) while keeping up with ever-increasing line speeds.

CyberOptics has also introduced  its new interactive SPC software, Process Monitor™, which enables you to manage your production in the most efficient way. It includes comprehensive statistical process control charts to measure process capability and realize significant improvement in your overall process. Process Monitor's™ built-in, real-time monitoring tools put SPC capabilities right on the inspection system in your production line and pre-configured functions allow quick access to key information. A range of powerful, analytical tools combined with drill-down capabilities enable in-depth data analysis to identify trends and enhance line yields. Process Monitor™ is designed for quick installation and easy operation to provide complete SPC coverage to predict and analyze trends, identify and improve systematic process issues and effectively maximize line yield.

CyberOptics Corporation in profile
Founded in 1984, CyberOptics is a recognized leader in process yield and throughput improvement solutions for the global electronics assembly and semiconductor capital equipment markets. Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, CyberOptics conducts operations in North America, Asia and Europe.

For further information, view website: www.cyberoptics.com  Refer to page 180

Molex interconnects power UMsolar car

Molex Incorporated has provided support to the University of Michigan Solar Car team (UMsolar) in its bid to win the 2011 World Solar Challenge. The UMsolar team's car, named Quantum, features several electronic components from Molex, as well as a variety of solderless terminals.

"The interconnect products selected by the UMsolar team engineers directly address their challenging engineering and performance requirements, with design space at a premium and reliability a must," states Mark Rettig, Director of Global Marketing, Molex. "We are pleased to have the opportunity to empower and support the next generation of innovative design engineers."

Molex interconnect products deployed on the Quantum solar car include:

MX150™ Sealed Connector System, a high-performance, submersible interconnect solution for automotive, off-road and other harsh duty applications.  The compact, pre-assembled MX150 connector system supports low-level signal and power applications.

MX150L™ Connector System, ideal for low-level signal applications as well as power applications. The environmentally sealed MX150L connector system supports high-power applications and long-voltage runs to eliminate voltage drops.  Suitable for rugged, non-automotive applications, MX150L connectors can be modified to meet UV and water resistance requirements for solar and other outdoor applications.

Mini MI II™ System, a space saving solution designed for use in high density wire harness applications.  Available in wire-to-board and wire-to-wire options with different custom lengths and wire configurations, the Mini Mi II system provides the same 1.5 amperes of current as similar 2.00mm (.079") pitch systems, but in a more compact design.

For further information, view website: www.molex.com  Refer to page 139