The stencils are scanned by a transmitted light unit to identify the openings. The software compares these findings with the original layout data and then issues an inspection record. “This software is very interesting for stencil producers and SMT manufacturers,” says LPKF Director Bernd Lange.
It enables stencil shops to document stencil compliance with the cutting data. It also helps SMT manufacturers slash non-productive time and tooling time if every stencil is inspected before it is installed. The optional CPK module prints the inspection results, and supplies the basis for comprehensive quality assurance as per ISO 9001.
StencilCheck is also useful when basic data has been lost. An optional vectorization module extracts the cutting data from scans of stencils or blanks. The results are an important source of data for recreating the basic data with conventional layout software. StencilCheck is already available. LPKF can also supply other components upon request, such as scanners, an optimized transmitted light unit, and a stencil rack.
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