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MC-400 Automatic Pick and Place

Advanced Capability for Prototyping & Pilot Production for Under $40K

Built upon the same architecture as Manncorp’s popular MC Series of SMT pick and place machines, the new MC-400 is specially designed for startups, product development labs, and contract manufacturers that need to build prototypes or short runs in-house, with high-precision and quick turn-around times. The MC-400 can also be viewed as a long-term investment in pick and place capability for when volumes increase, as feeders, software, and accessories are fully compatible with the other members of the MC family.

MC-400 automatic pick and place machine

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Places 0201s, BGAs, 15 mil QFPs w/ ±0.05mm accuracy [cap]Places 0201s to 100 x 150 mm SMDs[cap]
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Placement area of 415 mm x 320 mm (16.3" x 12.5")[cap]Placement area of 415 mm x 320 mm (16.3" x 12.5") accommodates waffle trays & cut strip tape feeders[cap]
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Program via CAD conversion, teaching or direct entry[cap]Program via CAD conversion, teaching or direct entry, optimize feeder placements for maximum throughput and more with easy-to-use, user-tested software[cap]
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On-the-fly and bottom (upward-looking) vision [cap]Dual vision system combines on-the-fly and bottom vision for wide component range & efficiency[cap]
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9-position automatic tool changer [cap]9-position tool holder to accommodate a wide variety of SMD body sizes and shapes[cap]
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MC Series-compatible smart feeders and accessories[cap]The MC-400 accepts MC Series smart tape or stick feeders, cut strip holders, and waffle trays.[cap] 
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Optional precision integrated dispenser[cap]Optional precision integrated dispenser dispenses solder paste and adhesives at dot sizes down to 0.5 mm[cap]
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Generous placement area leaves room for waffle trays and/or cut tape strips 415 x 320 mm (16.3" x 12.5") placement area leaves room for waffle trays and/or cut tape strip holders. Click for larger photo

Large, precise component placement range

MC-400 places SMDs from 0201 to 100 mm x 150 mm, including BGAs, MBGAs, CSPs and µBGAs, micro lead frames (MLFs), flip chips, ultra-fine pitch to 15 mil and odd-form components. 

On-the-fly and bottom vision alignment systems ensure accurate alignment of component connection points (leads, balls, bumps) to pads, with ±0.05 mm placement accuracy and ±0.01 mm repeatability.

Move quickly from prototyping to production

With placement rates of 2,500 cph (IPC 9850), up to 64 feeder slots, and quality components such as X-Y linear encoders and smart feeders, users can move from prototype into production on the same machine, saving programming and job setup time. System software will optimize your feeder locations and placement sequences to achieve the greatest possible throughput.

Mistake-proof process thanks to intelligent, feature-rich software

Programming this Windows®-based system is easy with its expandable component library, universal CAD data import, and teaching programming. The component library not only covers all common component package types and sizes, including resistors, capacitors, diodes, SOTs, PLCCs, QFPs, SOJs, SOPs, etc., but also links to the Smart Feeder software for easy feeder setup and inventory control.

Virtual PCB Simulator displays a preview of the assembled circuit board so that component types, placements, polarity and orientations can be verified before production starts while optimization tools analyze placement data and component mix to provide recommended feeder arrangement that minimizes head travel and tool changes, allowing for fastest production speeds.

Built-in fiducial mark search routines identify and correct for PCB offset or misalignment.

Visual Inspector verifies solder paste application and/or component placement on first article assembly.

Automatic, vision-assisted pick-up position adjustment can be activated to prevent pick-up errors from tapes with loose tolerances.

Reduce inventory costs 

For prototyping and other small jobs, keep costs down by purchasing only the quantity of components needed. Cut strip tape holders for the MC-400 are available for 8 mm, 12 mm, 16 mm and 24 mm tapes. The machine holds up to 40 (8 mm) cut strips, in addition to up to 32 slots available for tape and stick feeders. 

Semi-automatic mode allows for pick up, orientation and placement of loose parts from bulk component trays. Watch a video of loose parts placement in action.

Component feeding options are also very flexible.

Grow with Manncorp

MC-400 uses the same technology, feeders and software as all other MC series pick and place equipment, making it easy to expand production capabilities with additional MC machines as needed, or to upgrade to a larger machine for more speed and component coverage. Programs are portable from machine to machine, feeders interchangeable, and operators only need to learn one equipment software system.

MC-400 SMT Pick & Place Machine Features

Speed, Accuracy and Precision

  • Full-vision alignment system on-the-fly and bottom vision cameras
  • Closed-loop servo motion control with linear encoders for smooth, high-speed movement and high accuracy and repeatability
  • Weighs 364 lbs-built for maximum stability and repeatability, with welded steel frame construction
  • Single head places up to 3,000 parts per hour (2,500 pph, IPC-9850)

Huge Component Range

  • Places 0201 through 100 x 150 mm components, including MBGAs, micro lead frames (MLFs), CSPs, µBGAs, BGAs and QFPs with lead pitch down to 15 mil
  • All ball inspection and missing ball detection, with nonstandard ball patterns programmable and inspectable
  • 15-position automatic tool holder/changer
  • Handles single and double-side boards of 415 mm x 320 mm (16.3" x 12.5") 

Feeder Capacity and Flexibility

  • Up to 64 feeder slots allow commonly used components to be kept resident on the machine
  • Feeder racks can accommodate a mix of tape feeders and IC tube/stick feeders
  • Smart plug-and-play tape and stick feeders link to feeder position, component and indexing data in the system software to reduce job setup and changeover times. Ultra-smooth, electronic tape feeders index parts to the same place every time-set it up once and never have to do it again.
  • Cut-tape strip holders eliminate need to purchase entire reels of components for smaller jobs. (Holds up to 40 individual cut tape strips.)
  • Waffle trays and cut strip feeder holders can be used in placement area 

Easy Programming & Operation

  • UCAD® universal CAD import and conversion for direct transfer of PCB data from ASCII, AutoCAD and Excel data formats
  • Teaching/fiducial recognition camera
  • Virtual PCB Simulator offers assembly preview for component, coordinates and orientation verification prior to running production
  • Smart tape and IC tube/stick feeders for fast set-up and changeover and feeder placement optimization

Additonal Touches

  • Computer controller with flat-screen LCD display, keyboard and mouse included
  • Included vision inspection capability allows camera to be used to selectively check solder paste printing or component placement accuracy
  • Optional bar code reader scans component value, lot code, date and component quanities directly from component packaging for inventory management
  • Optional offline Smart feeder programmer allows Smart tape and stick feeders to be programmed offline while the machine runs other jobs
  • Optional temperature-controlled ATP digital dispensing system for solder paste and adhesive dispensing
  • Only 32" long x 46" wide, ideal for limited production areas.

Fully Supported by Manncorp

  • 2-year parts warranty
  • Multi-language support in English, Spanish, German, French, Chinese, Italian and Turkish
  • Remote service support software & network adapter for fast troubleshooting by Manncorp techs
  • Installation and on-site training available

MC-400 in action

Note: This video features the benchtop model, which has been replaced by the current console model. All features and functions shown are identical to those offered on the current model.

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Place loose parts

MC-400's software comes equipped with Semiautomatic Mode, allowing for pick-up, orientation and placement from bulk component trays, as demonstrated in this video:

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MC-400 - General Specifications
Placement Specifications
Number of Placement Heads 1
Placement Rate (IPC-9850)* 2,500 CPH
Placement Rate (Max.) 3,000 CPH
Placement Accuracy ±0.05 (0.002")
Minimum Component Size 0201
Maximum Component Size 100 mm x 150 mm (3.94" x 5.9")
Minimum Component
Lead Pitch
15 mil
BGA/CSP Placement Capability Yes - Standard
Alignment Method Full-Vision Alignment System
Pick Up Specifications
Tool Changer Included
Number of Tools 15
Accepts Additional
Tool Changers
Yes
Integral Vacuum Yes
PCB Specifications
PCB Loading Method Manual
Max. Placement Area 415 mm x 320 mm (16.3" x 12.5")
Fiducial Recognition/ Coordinate Correction Yes
Bad Mark Detection Yes
Feeder Capacity
Maximum Number of
Feeder Ports
64
Programming
Operating System Windows® Based
PC, Keyboard, Mouse Yes
Monitor Flat LCD
Teaching Camera Yes
Numeric Data Entry Yes
CAD Download Yes
Step and Repeat
for Matrix Boards
Yes
Bar Code Reader
for Feeders & Packaging
Yes
MIS and Optimization Functions Yes
Off-Line Programming Yes
Dispenser Specifications
Dispensing Head Optional
Dispense Method Time/Pressure
Dot Size / Placement Speed Down to 0.5 mm / Up to 8,000 dots./sec
Mechanical Specifications
X-Y Axis Drive Mechanism Belt
X-Y Axis Drive Motors AC Servo
X-Y Axis Encoding Linear
X-Y Axis Resolution 0.005 mm (0.0002")
Z Axis Drive Motor DC Servo
Z Axis Encoding Rotary
Z Axis Resolution 0.01 mm (0.0004")
Θ Axis Drive Motor DC Servo
Θ Axis Encoding Rotary
Θ Axis Resolution 0.045°
Θ Axis Range of Motion 0.09˚/step°
Physical Specifications
Overall Dimensions
(Approx. L x W x H)
825 mm L x 1167 mm W x 1346 mm H
(33" x 46" x 53")
Approximate Net Weight 165 Kg (364 lbs.)
Facility Requirements
Standard Voltage 120/220 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Air Pressure 75 psi, 5 bar
Service and Support
Remote Diagnostics Ethernet
Warranty (Major Components) 2 Years

MC-400 - Optics Specifications
Standard Optics Package
On-the-Fly Alignment
Minimum Component Size 0.6 mm x 0.3 mm (0201)
Maximum Component Size 16 mm x 14 mm (0.63" x 0.55")
Stationary Base-Mounted Camera BV-38
Minimum Component Size 0.6 mm x 0.3 mm (0201)
Maximum Component Size 100 mm x 150 mm (3.94" x 5.9")

Click on a drawing or config. number to view configuration details and a larger illustration.

Included with the MC-400 SMT Pick and Place

  • MC-400 single-head pick and place machine with welded steel frame construction 
  • Standard optics package with on-the-fly vision alignment camera mounted on head and stationary, upward-looking vision alignment camera, covering component range from 0201s to 100 x 150 mm.
  • Closed-loop servo motor control
  • High-resolution linear encoded X-Y drive mechanism
  • 15-position tool holder
  • Reference camera for fidcucial recognition and teaching
  • Windows®-based advanced pick and place control software with standard component library, universal CAD conversion, Virtual PCB Simulator, Smart Feeder Optimization and more
  • Computer controller with flat-screen LCD display, keyboard and mouse
  • Network adapter
  • Remote service support software
  • 2-Year Warranty

Shipping Information
Crated Dimensions: Approx. 940 mm x 1270 mm x 1448 mm (37" x 50" x 57")
Gross Weight: Approx. 400 lbs. (180 kgs) 

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