The Panasonic (Panasert) MPAV2 will place connectors this size. You should
be able to source a second user machine for less than $100K. I am based in
the UK so I can't recommend any second user sources close to you.

Mark Austin
(Process Engineer)
ACW Technology Ltd
UK

===== Original Message from [log in to unmask] (TechNet E-Mail Forum.) at
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>We have a customer with several assemblies that use large Samtec SMT
>connectors that we currently have to hand place due to equipment
>capability. I'm looking for recommendations of equipment that can handle
>and place these connectors, either automated in-line or via some sort of
>manual operator assisted alignment. The connectors are up to 150mm long,
>with some as tall as 0.900". Since cost is always an issue, I'm looking for
>solutions that would minimize the capital costs involved.
>
>Thanks in advance for any recommendations.
>
>
>Rick Thompson
>
>Sr. SMT Process Engineer
>SMTEK International, Inc.
>+1 (805) 532-2800
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