Universal Instruments’ 4797L HSP chipshooter is claimed to be the fastest large-board capable (457 x 610mm), high-speed machine on the market. Build on the proven 4797-platform, it features a simplified design with fewer mechanical parts, reportedly making these machines the most reliable, easy to use and to maintain in their class. The board-population area is specified with 457 x 585mm, placement speed has been improvement by 33% to 48,000 components/hour, and a broader component range with sizes from 0201 to 26mm square, as well as area-array packages can be handled. Advanced direct-drive heads provide for greater throughput and improved positioning accuracy, and linear motor-driven feeder carriage for precision in component pick-up. These enhancements, as well as vision improvements, offer higher performance and throughput, as well as improved productivity.
