SMD Component Versatility and Precision Placement

The MC392 is engineered for exceptional placement versatility and accuracy. It comes standard with the capability to place components as small as 01005 with a placement accuracy of 30 µm (3 Sigma), while also supporting large SMDs up to 100 x 150 mm. This wide placement range makes the MC392 ideal for high-mix production environments where component diversity is the norm.

Precision alignment is achieved through a dual-vision system that combines head-mounted Cognex® on-the-fly cameras with a stationary upward-looking camera. This advanced setup enables accurate alignment of a broad range of component types, including BGAs, µBGAs, CSPs, MLFs, fine-pitch QFPs with lead pitches down to 0.3 mm (0.012"), odd-form components, and more.

Unlike systems that rely solely on body centering, the MC392 uses full-vision alignment to match component leads, balls, or bumps directly to the PCB pads. This eliminates placement errors and ensures consistent high-quality results even with today's most complex and miniaturized packages.

High Feeder Capacity for Faster Job Changeovers

The MC392 offers exceptional feeder capacity to support high-mix, quick-turn production. In its standard batch or stand-alone configuration, the machine can accommodate up to 160 feeder ports with dual 48-port feeder racks on the front and rear, and dual 32-port racks on each side. This setup supports a wide range of Smart tape feeders as well as stick feeders, allowing more components to remain resident on the machine and significantly reducing downtime during job changeovers.

For more automated workflows, the MC392 can be equipped with an optional 3-stage inline conveyor. In this configuration, two 48-port feeder racks are mounted on the front and rear, providing 96 feeder ports while enabling inline production capabilities.

In both configurations, the machine offers a large, open work area (measuring between 13.8" x 23.6" and 26" (350 mm x 600 to 660 mm)) which can be used to position waffle trays, bulk loose part trays, or cut strip tape holders. This spacious layout ensures flexibility in component presentation and contributes to faster, more efficient job setups.

Engineered for Timesaving and High Performance

The MC392 is purpose-built to boost productivity and streamline operations in demanding SMT environments. Its advanced placement software analyzes and optimizes feeder locations, reducing head travel and tool changes to maximize throughput and overall efficiency. This intelligent optimization translates to faster cycle times and more consistent results across production runs.

Smart Tape and Stick Feeders are plug-and-play, making setup quick and changeovers seamless. Ultra-smooth electronic tape feeders ensure precise part indexing, placing components in exactly the same position every time. Universal stick feeders offer full adjustability to accommodate a wide range of SMD dimensions and packaging types, while cut tape strip holders make it possible to use components purchased in smaller quantities reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.

To further enhance accuracy and save time, the MC392 supports barcode scanner integration and offline feeder programming. This combination minimizes manual data entry and helps eliminate errors caused by operator input, making job setup faster, smarter, and more reliable.

Reliability & Repeatability Your Customers Can Count On

Whether you're building boards for clients or manufacturing your own products, consistent quality and dependable performance are critical. The MC392 is engineered with that in mind, combining a robust, high-precision mechanical platform with top-tier internal components. Its heavy-duty welded steel frame houses a precision ball-screw drive system, high-performance servo motors, and non-contact rotary encoders all working together to deliver exceptional accuracy, repeatability, and stability, even at peak production speeds.

Every MC392 is backed by Manncorp's standard 1-year warranty, giving you added confidence in your investment. For added peace of mind, the machine comes equipped with a network adapter and remote service support software, enabling Manncorp technicians to quickly diagnose and resolve issues without the need for an on-site visit. It's a level of reliability and support your customers and your production line can rely on.

User-Friendly, Field-Tested Software Built for Efficiency

The MC392 runs on the same powerful, Windows^®-based software platform used across the entire MC Series, refined over more than a decade through real-world customer feedback. The result is a system that is not only reliable and stable but also remarkably easy to use, even in demanding production environments.

Programming can be completed through CAD file import and conversion, manual teaching, or direct entry. After CAD import, users simply follow intuitive setup steps to configure the PCB layout, assign feeders, and define component placements making job setup fast and straightforward. Component data integrates seamlessly with the Smart Feeder system, streamlining both inventory control and production preparation. A built-in virtual PCB simulator visually displays the programmed assembly, allowing for quick verification of accuracy before production begins.

The production screen offers real-time monitoring of all pick camera images and provides clear visibility into production speed, current run time, task lists, and PCB status. The system tracks component placement in real time, enabling production to resume exactly where it left off in the event of an interruption. Operators can make on-the-fly adjustments to feeder settings, part placement, speed, or component data without ever leaving the production window, ensuring continuous workflow and maximum uptime.

Smart Feeder Integration for Reliable Assembly

Every MC Series pick and place machine includes fully integrated smart feeder management and control software—built into the system from the ground up to enhance reliability, streamline efficiency, and ensure traceability throughout production. Each smart tape feeder features a DB-9 interface connector that plugs into any MC Series smart feeder base, enabling direct communication between the feeder and the machine’s software. A built-in memory module stores a unique feeder ID and essential component data, such as assigned port, feeder size and type, component value, lot and date codes, starting quantity, index increments, and package type.

To simplify job setup even further, an optional barcode reader can scan the part code on a reel and automatically upload all relevant information into the feeder. This eliminates manual data entry, reduces setup time, and prevents errors. Once connected, the system instantly applies the correct parameters, ensuring the right parts are always placed in the right positions. This seamless hardware-software integration allows MC Series machines to maintain consistently high assembly accuracy and efficiency, run after run.

New Innovative Feeder with Built-In OLED Display – KFTA3D Series

This next-generation smart feeder features an integrated OLED display and internal memory that continuously stores and updates key component information. Operators can instantly view reel quantities, feeder slot locations, part numbers, and part values whether the machine is running or offline. With real-time data visible directly on the feeder, setup becomes faster, more accurate, and less error prone. This added layer of visibility ensures the right components are loaded correctly from the start, preventing costly mistakes before they reach the inspection stage.

An internal battery ensures that stored data remains accessible even when the feeder is disconnected from the machine. Whether you’re tracking part usage during production or verifying setup offline, the system provides a consistent and reliable overview of component consumption. Additionally, these feeders are designed for efficient use of rack space; a 12 mm feeder only occupies a single slot, allowing for higher feeder density and greater flexibility during job setups. By shifting critical data access to the point of use, these smart feeders significantly improve both traceability and productivity in any high-mix SMT environment.

Universal Smart Stick Feeders for Maximum Flexibility

Manncorp’s smart stick feeders offer seamless integration with MC Series pick and place machines and can be positioned directly alongside smart tape feeders for efficient use of feeder rack space. Available in 5, 10, or 20-lane configurations, these feeders provide the flexibility needed for a wide range of component types and production requirements.

Using DB-9 interface connectors, each feeder communicates directly with the system software through the smart feeder base. Built-in memory modules store unique ID numbers that link each lane to its specific feeder position and associated data, including component specifications, belt indexing increments, and precise on/off timing for the vibratory mechanism. This intelligent design ensures accurate, consistent part delivery while simplifying setup and minimizing the risk of operator error.

Flexible Tray and Cut Tape Handling for MC Series Machines

MC Series pick and place machines feature spacious, open work areas designed to accommodate a variety of component presentation methods, including waffle trays and cut tape strips, for maximum flexibility during production.

The TS-1 Waffle Tray Holder occupies approximately 13” x 5.5” (330 mm x 140 mm) of the work area and is designed to securely hold a standard 12.4” x 5.35” (316 mm x 136 mm) JEDEC matrix tray—or up to two cut strip tape holders. Its adjustable design supports a wide range of smaller matrix tray and waffle pack combinations and can easily be modified for custom tray configurations as needed.

For low-quality components or those supplied in short tape lengths, CST Cut Strip Tape holders offer a practical solution. These holders allow operators to present components that are not long enough to be used with standard tape feeders, helping reduce waste and improve efficiency. Standard holders are available for 8 mm, 12 mm, 16 mm, and 24 mm tape widths, with additional sizes available upon request.

Smart Feeder Software: Seamless Setup, Tracking, and Changeover

Included as standard on all MC Series pick and place machines, Manncorp’s advanced smart feeder software simplifies and accelerates production with intelligent features that reduce setup time and eliminate manual data entry. From automatic quantity tracking to feeder position verification, the system ensures accurate, repeatable results across both short runs and high-volume jobs.

One of the key capabilities is automatic component quantity tracking. During production, the software continuously monitors component usage and updates each feeder’s onboard memory with the quantity remaining on the reel. This data is retained even after the feeder is removed. When reloaded—even for a different job—the feeder automatically communicates its remaining part count to the assembly program, allowing production to resume without recalibration or manual input.

Feeder position verification ensures components are being pulled from the correct locations. When optimized feeder positions are used, the machine compares smart feeder IDs with predefined slot data to confirm correct placement. If optimized positions are not used, the system can perform position scanning, identifying each feeder’s location automatically and mapping it to the corresponding pick-up point in the assembly file for fast, error-free changeovers.

To support flexible production environments, quick-change feeder location functionality allows operators to move feeders to new slots or maintain the same layout across consecutive runs without editing the pick and place program manually. For even greater convenience, an optional barcode reader can capture component data such as part value, lot code, date code, and starting quantity directly from packaging—cutting out time-consuming manual entry and reducing the risk of data entry errors.

Smart Tape Feeder Carts for Secure Storage and Off-Line Kitting

Safely transport, store, and organize your Smart Tape Feeders with Manncorp’s durable, dual-tiered Smart Tape Feeder Storage Cart. The FR-ST64 model (pictured) holds up to 64 individual 8 mm Smart Tape Feeders, making it ideal for off-line kitting and streamlined production preparation. Designed for mobility, the cart moves easily from the kitting area to the production line, helping operators stage feeders in advance for faster setup and changeover.

Built with heavy-duty tubular steel construction, the cart holds each feeder securely in place while protecting against bumps and impact during transport. Whether you’re preparing for a high-mix production run or simply looking to keep your feeders organized and damage-free, the FR-ST64 is a reliable, space-saving solution for any SMT operation.

Automatic Index Adjustment to Eliminate Pickup Errors

MC Series pick and place machines feature automatic index adjustment using vision-board alignment. When a new reel is loaded into a feeder, the machine can detect slight offsets in tape pocket position and automatically advance or reverse the feeder to correct it—ensuring accurate component pickup from the start. This is especially valuable when switching reels, as minor misalignments between tapes can lead to placement errors. For reels with looser tolerances, the system can be set to verify alignment and adjust indexing on every pickup, preventing recurring errors and maintaining consistent, reliable performance.