LM901 - A report based on my experience


LM-901 machine from FRITSCH is used for the most important process in PCB manufacturing. The LM-901 series is the basis of the FRITSCH manual mounting systems. The machine is mainly used for : 

  • Ø Picking and placing of SMD Components
  • Ø Solder paste application
  • Ø Manual Optical Support

Accuracy in placing the SMD components is maintained due to the smooth functioning of the mounting head device.


FEATURES:

  • Ø Universal circuit board holder
  • Ø Component flipping station
  • Ø Ergonomics
  • Ø Assembly head
  • Ø Dispenser
  • Ø X/Y/Z locking
  • Ø Camera
  • Ø Head Lighting
  • Ø Component dispenser
  • Ø Carousel

COMPONENT FLIPPING STATION

SMD components are exceedingly small in size and are not easy to handle by hand. Hence, this machine comes to the rescue. As the below picture depicts, there are 3 points marked, indicating the order of process for flipping a component. Initially, the component is placed at point 1. At point 2, an optical sensor is placed. After placement, the sensor enables the turning mechanism and hence the component is flipped and placed at point 3.

UNIVERSAL CIRCUIT BOARD HOLDER

Adjustable screws facilitate perfect placement of PCB Boards. In our lab, we worked by placing 3 boards at a time.


ERGONOMICS

Relocatable hand rest, facilitating component placement with very less human error. This way, shaky hands won’t be a problem.


ASSEMBLY HEAD

The assembly head is provided with a patented constant-force trapezoidal spring. The spring tension is distributed equally over the entire range of the Z-axis.This assembly head consists of the main unit that sucks up the component with a vacuum on the first click and releases the component on the second click. If these two operations are not done, the machine gives a “click” sort of  sound.

Compressor suction capacity: 50 l/min


DISPENSING UNIT

There is a dispenser system available to integrate into all manipulators. Besides soldering paste and adhesive, other media can also be dispensed. The dispenser system automatically switches on the dispensing process as soon as the slanted dispenser needle comes into contact with the PCB. The vertical syringe ensures that the dispenser needle does not slip sideways when touching the PCB. Three programmable dispensing times are available for the dispensing on different pad sizes. They can be preset in the menu as required.


X/Y/Z LOCKING

The X/Y-locking provides precision while placing components or dispensing paste or glue. Individual axes can be locked. An automatic function independently locks the X and Y axes when the component is lowered or dispensing a dot. The Z-locking enables the holding of the components in a position of levitation close to the PCB. This simplifies the assembling of Fine-Pitches and non-standard components because an exact calibration between PCB and component is possible.

 

LED INDICATORS


The first LED represents the power ON/OFF. The third LED goes ON when the vacuum sucks up the component and holds tight. The second LED goes ON when the component is released.

CAMERA ,MONITOR

The camera helps in viewing the component and the PCB board on the monitor. This way, we can  check the component placement.

 


       COMPONENT FEEDER

Light Manipulators are equipped with the FRITSCH rail system. Various feeders can be installed and exchanged fast – even as complete sets. This means the whole range of SMD shapes can be processed


HEAD LIGHTING

The LEDs are placed on both sides of the nozzle ,enabling constant and permanent lightening under the assembling head.


CAROUSEL

Offers smooth acceleration to transport the components gently. By using this manual carousel ,bulk components can be supplied to the machine.


TECHNICAL DATA:

  • Ø Assembly capacity is 300-600 smds/hour
  • Ø Dimensions: 600 mm x 600 mm
  • Ø Max. Size of PCB: 245 mm x 440 mm
  • Ø Max. Assembly area: 245 mm x 350 mm
  • Ø PCB thickness: 0,5 mm bis ~ 4 mm