MC-400 Automatic Pick and Place
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.

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Specifications
Placement Specifications | |||
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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 | ||
Maximum Number of Waffle Trays | 3 (Waffle trays reduce placement area) | ||
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 6,000 dots./hr | ||
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") | ||
X-Y Axis Repeatability | ±0.01 (10 µm) | ||
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) |
952 mm L x 977.9 mm W x 1447.8 mm H (37 1/2" x 38 1/2" x 57") |
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Approximate Net Weight | 408 Kg (900 lbs.) With Stand | ||
Facility Requirements | |||
Standard Voltage | 200-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz | ||
Air Pressure | 80 psi, 5 bar | ||
Service and Support | |||
Remote Diagnostics | Ethernet | ||
Warranty (Major Components) | 1 Year |
Details
- Large, precise component placement range
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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.
Cognex® 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
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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. Learn more about MC series feeders.
- Mistake-proof process thanks to intelligent, feature-rich software
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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.
Optics
MC-400 - Optics Specifications | |
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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") |
Feeders
Because feeder management and control software is included as part of the MC series pick & place software, smart feeding is standard on every MC series pick & place machine. A wide range of affordable, efficient and reliable smart tape and stick feeders are available, as well as waffle tray and cut tape strip holders.
Explore: Smart Tape Feeders • Smart Stick/Tube Feeders • Smart Feeder Software • Waffle Trays & Cut Strip Holders