This is the way to go. Camera magnification scope system works the
best. There are many companies that do that. It is a good idea to mount the
system on a X Y over head system, so that the operator can move the camera
over the components on the board instead of moving the board. It will
provide also a wider working throat  In this manner the inspection system
can be mounted over the assembly line, such as in between chip shooter and
pick and place or pick and place and reflow oven.
        Regards,
        Ramon


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Dave Simonik [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2003 2:49 PM
> To:   [log in to unmask]
> Subject:      Re: [TN] in search of a microscope
>
> James;
>
>   Instead of using a microscope setup, why not just set up a lens system
> connected to a cctv camera which will display your image on a monitor. I
> was able to upgrade an old Orbotech VRS table with a new lens, accessories
> and camera for under $3K. I had a monitor, so I did not have to purchase
> one. The company that helped me out with the system is Upstate Technical
> Equipment Co. Inc. They are the major distributor for Navitar lenses. I
> chose the zoom 6000 lens. I needed higher magnification to inspect .004" -
> .005" diameter laser drilled blind vias, but you may not need that kind of
> magnification.
>
>   My contact there is Geoffrey Markle. Here is his contact information. He
> should be able to put together a system for you.
>
> IMAGING SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS
>     Geoffrey Markle
>    Upstate Technical Equipment Co               [log in to unmask]
>
>    24 Corporate Circle                              [log in to unmask]
>
>    East Syracuse, NY  13057                         www.upstatetech.com
>
>    Phone 315-463-6200                               Fax    315-463-6206
>
> Dave Simonik
> Laser Process Tech.
> Sanmina-Sci Corp.
> Owego NY Division
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: James TerVeen [ <mailto:[log in to unmask]>]
> Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2003 2:31 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: in search of a microscope
>
>
> I am in search of a microscope for operators that will reduce the fatigue
> when building assemblies using 0402 components.    I have looked and the
> LYNX by Vision Engineering and was pleased with the product but hard to
> swallow the price.   What I would like is a monitor included with the
> scope
> to allow the operators to do their job without having to look through the
> eye pieces of the microscope.   I have also looked at the Mantis and did
> not like the way it worked for the operator to do the assembly under it.
> Any help would be appreciated.
>
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