Looking for some input/help on justifying stereo microscopes for inspection of SMT components/solder. We are building products with 0402 and <.010". Accordingly we have been looking at the Vision Engineering "Lynx" scope. It is great in my opinion, clear and functional for viewing. I need to know if there are any other "heads up" type microscopes, and if there are, who? Can someone help with the cost justification for the scopes? Any ideas or examples of studies? Any help would be appreciated! You may respond to me directly also. Carl Barnes Quality Analyst http:[log in to unmask] ############################################################## TechNet Mail List provided as a free service by IPC using LISTSERV 1.8c ############################################################## To subscribe/unsubscribe, send a message to [log in to unmask] with following text in the body: To subscribe: SUBSCRIBE TECHNET <your full name> To unsubscribe: SIGNOFF TECHNET ############################################################## Please visit IPC web site (http://www.ipc.org/html/forum.htm) for additional information. If you need assistance - contact Gayatri Sardeshpande at [log in to unmask] or 847-509-9700 ext.5365 ##############################################################