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Changing the Rules for PCB Testing

Electronics customers require greater test flexibility to address the growing trend towards high-mix, low-volume printed circuit board (PCB) production. Sterner Automation is pleased to introduce the igentic 421t, the next generation of automated test solution specially engineered to address these challenges. The igentic 421t provides the flexibility, reliability and efficiency needed in one standard platform, allowing our customers to test multiple PCB's and significantly reduce individual product testing costs.

The igentic™ 421t Video

The igentic™ 421t Handles Multiple Product and Test Requirements

  • Sterner's advanced platform design, featuring a precision turntable, provides for multiple part production and simultaneous test function
  • Custom engineered quick-change nests with barcode identification allow for easy product change-over without the need for special tools
  • High-speed 4-axis programmable SCARA robot and custom end-of-arm-tooling conduct functional tests, accurate laser height measurements and LED colour and luminous intensity verification
  • Robust measurement board, combined with a precise auto-connect system, performs full function testing including resistance, current, voltage and relay
  • Precise automatic gauging system verifies pin straightness
  • Micro laser etching of the date code, incremental serial number and pass or fail marks guarantee accurate sorting
  • Flexible pick and place module sorts and presents good parts to the operator
  • 2D barcode scanner and factory information system (FIS) integration, provide product and operator traceability
  • User-friendly PLC controls ensure reliable integrated functionality and simplified programming
  • Ergonomic layout features enhanced system access and allows for ease of maintenance
  • Multi-language compatibility meets global corporate requirements

The igentic™ 421t is a Cost Effective Testing Solution

  • Dramatically improves ROI by handling multiple products on one system
  • Provides for a significantly reduced testing footprint
  • Improves profitability by reducing test cycle time and labour costs
  • Easily programmed and retooled for new products
  • Minimizes setup and downtime

This high-performance automated system meets your current and future production needs.

Sharpen your competitive edge by integrating Sterner Automation igentic™ solutions into your production process today!

Specifications

Performance Characteristics

Standard Test Capabilities

·         Switch function

·         Push button function

·         LED function

·         Shorts between pins

·         Open circuits

·         Resistances

·         Electronic circuit function

Measurement Capabilities

·         LED color and intensity from 390 nm to 780 nm

·         Part height measurements with up to 3mm accuracy

·         Feature presence detection

·         Device-under-test (DUT) electrical tests with 15 software configurable pins

o        Variable voltage from 1 - 20 V, current limit from 0.05 - 0.7 A

o        Resistor measurement from 30 Ω - 20 kΩ with resolution of 1% of full scale or better

o        Ground connection

·         DUT differential voltage measurement of 0 - 15 V or 0 - 0.5 V on additional pins with a measurement precision of 0.5% of full scale or better

 

Mechanical Systems

Frame

·         Heavy duty

·         Durable powder coat finish

Indexer

·         90° rotary

·         DC controller

Table

·         Precision machined

·         Aluminium quick-change nests

·         Durable pin attachments

End of arm tool

·         Pressure regulated

·         Precision light tube and contact pins

Auto-connect

·         Pneumatic slide tables

Conveyor

·         Adjustable

 

Electrical Systems

PLC

·         With software programmable measurement board

HMI

·         Operator guided testing process

·         Test results for immediate process control

·         Test limit modifications through a password protected maintenance page

Robot

·         4-axis SCARA servo

·         2900 mm/s (9.51 ft/s)

·         0.008 mm repeatability

Part Marker

·         Co2 laser

·         Print area of 50 mm × 80 mm (2” × 3”)

 

Safety Systems

  • Designed to CSA, ANSI/RIA and OSHA Safety Standards
  • Easy-access interlocked ESD-safe Lexan guard doors and enclosure
  • Category 4 light curtains with muting at operator load station
  • Lockable emergency-stop button

 

Interface Requirements

  • Power source – 120/208 VAC, 3 phase, 5 wire, 30 A
  • Factory unlubricated dry air – 5.5 bar (80 psi)

 

Service Support

  • All equipment is programmed, tested and approved prior to shipment
  • Operators manual (CD and hard copy), complete drawing sets and spare parts lists are included for reference
  • 24-7 emergency service, online equipment monitoring, history databases and preventative maintenance programs ensure maximum support

 

Options

  • Additional testing and validation capabilities
    • Radio frequency (RF) device emulation and testing
    • Audio testing
    • All automotive protocol communications
    • ECU flash or EEPROM programming
  • PC-based control logic with teachable interface
  • Custom quick-change nests using single minute exchange of die (SMED) techniques and product programming
  • Dual axis auto-connect for board interfacing
  • Automated interface modules including robotic handling and packaging
  • Customized data collection and factory information system (FIS) integration

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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