Dec 20, 2001 
The new automatic pick&place system CSM7000 from ESSEMTEC is a precise machine for the assembly of SMD components onto printed circuits. The compact machine can be operated either bench top or on a stable stand with only 80x80 mm footprint. In spite of the little space requirements the pick&place offers a remarkable number of feeder slots: up to 100 different components can be assembled at the same time what allows the assembly of complex PCBs in one run! The fast Cyberoptics laser centring measures all SMD components without the risk of mechanical damage and guarantees the constant high placement precision with up to 2600 components per hour.
For machine operation the comfortable Windows software EASYPLACER is used which is also in daily use on other ESSEMTEC pick&place systems. This software makes the operation very easy because information is displayed graphically. The virtual vision function, the overlay of a computer generated component image over the real camera picture makes teach-in fast and easy. Additionally this helpful feature allows the verification of a program prior to placement, therefore no material is used to set up a new production lot.
The input filter of the universal CAD converter is adaptable to the data structure and therefore to almost any kind of data format - ideal for subcontractors. Within seconds a pick and place program can be generated and displayed graphically, if required the data can also be mirrored or turned.
With the optional time pressure dispenser mounted on the pick&place head this machine is ideal for prototyping. In one operation glue or solder paste dots and components can be placed. The dispensing parameters are calculated automatically from the placement coordinates and the program is optimised regarding the dot size.
The fully automatic pick&place system CSM7000 offers state-of-the-art assembly technology in a compact machine and applies especially for manufacturers just starting up in automatic SMD assembly. Software and feeders are compatible with the bigger pick&place machines from ESSEMTEC, later improvements in placement capacity are therefore possible.
