MC-389 High Speed High Mix Pick & Place
The MC-389 sets new standards for SMT pick and place speed, precision, and flexibility. Based on the MC Series’ heavy-duty ball-screw and linear-encoded drive train, its three heads and on-the-fly vision allow accurate placement of any SMD, including 01005 chips, µBGAs, 12-mil pitch QFPs. With an enormous placement area of 650 mm x 460 mm (25.6" x 18.1") and a capacity for up to 160 smart tape and stick feeders, the MC-389 can easily be configured for virtually any high-mix project.

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Specifications
Placement Specifications | |
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Number of Placement Heads | 3 |
Placement Rate (IPC-9850)* | 10,500 CPH |
Placement Accuracy | 30 µm, 3 Sigma |
Minimum Component Size | 0201 (01005 optional) |
Maximum Component Size | 100 mm x 150 mm (3.94" x 5.9") |
Minimum Component Lead Pitch | 0.3 mm (0.012") |
BGA/CSP Placement Capability | Yes - Standard |
Alignment Method | Dual-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 loading in batch / standalone configuration (standard). Single-stage and 3-stage inline conveyors optional. |
Max. Placement Area | 650 mm x 380 mm (25.6" x 15") with conveyor 650 mm x 460 mm (25.6" x 18.1") without conveyor |
Fiducial Recognition/ Coordinate Correction | Yes |
Bad Mark Detection | Yes |
Feeder Capacity | |
Maximum Number of Feeder Ports | 96 with inline conveyor 160 batch configuration with feeders on four sides |
Maximum Number of Waffle Trays | Dependant on PCB size |
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 | Ball Screw |
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 | AC Servo |
Z Axis Encoding | Rotary |
Z Axis Resolution | 0.02 mm (0.0008") |
Θ Axis Drive Motor | DC Servo |
Θ Axis Encoding | Rotary |
Θ Axis Resolution | 0.045° |
Θ Axis Range of Motion | 360° |
Physical Specifications | |
Overall Dimensions (Approx. L x W x H) |
1300 mm L x 1420 mm W x 1460 mm H (51" x 56" x 57") |
Approximate Net Weight | 1100 Kg (2425 lbs.) |
Facility Requirements | |
Standard Voltage | 200-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Air Pressure | 80 psi, 12 CFM |
Service and Support | |
Remote Diagnostics | Ethernet |
Warranty (Major Components) | 1 Year |
Details
- Speed, Accuracy and Precision
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- 30 µm, 3 Sigma placement accuracy with high-precision ball screw X-Y drive and closed-loop servo control system on all axes
- Heavy-duty welded, uni-body steel frame provides stability for precision placements even at high speeds
- Three-head gantry for placement rates to 10,500 parts per hour (IPC-9850)
- Huge Component Range
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- Dual vision alignment combines Cognex® on-the-fly with bottom stationary systems for fast, efficient placement of 0201s through 100 x 150 mm SMDs
- 01005 placement capability available as option
- Full ball inspection and missing ball detection, with nonstandard ball patterns programmable and inspectable
- 15-position automatic tool holder/changer
- Feeder Capacity and Flexibility
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- Large placement area, up to 650 mm x 460 mm (25.6" x 18.1") depending on number of feeder bases and board handling method
- Holds a maximum of two 48-port feeder racks, front and back, plus two 32-port feeder racks on the sides, for a total feeder capacity of 160 8-mm tape feeders
- Feeder racks can accommodate a mix of tape feeders and IC tube/stick feeders
- Waffle trays and cut strip feeder holders can be used in placement area (one waffle tray included with machine)
- Suitable for any inline or work cell manufacturing environment; single-stage and 3-stage SMEMA-compatible inline conveyors optional
- Easy Programming & Operation
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- 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
- Additional Touches
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- 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 quantities 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
- Fully Supported by Manncorp
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- 1-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
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Pick & Place Machine for SMT/PCB Assembly

10,500 Placements Per Hour with MC-389 Pick & Place Machine

MC-389 Pick & Place Machine Overview
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
Optics Packages
MC-389 - Optics Specifications | |
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On-the-Fly Alignment (standard) | |
Minimum Component Size | 0.6 mm x 0.3 mm (0201) |
Maximum Component Size | 16 mm x 14 mm (0.63" x 0.55") |
On-the-Fly 01005 Alignment (UG-CA-01005)* | |
Minimum Component Size | 0.4 mm x 0.2 mm (01005) |
Maximum Component Size | 7 mm x 7 mm (0.27" x 0.27") |
Stationary Base-Mounted Camera (BV-38; standard) | |
Minimum Component Size | 0.6 mm x 0.3 mm (0201) |
Maximum Component Size | 38 mm x 38 mm (1.5" x 1.5") 100 mm x 150 mm (3.94" x 5.9") by 4-corner check |
Stationary Base-Mounted Camera (BV-04; optional, can be used with BV-38) | |
Minimum Component Size | 0.4 mm x 0.2 mm (01005) |
Maximum Component Size | 4 mm x 4 mm (0.16" x 0.16") |
*Note: Replaces standard on-the-fly-alignment system. When using the UG-CA-01005 optics for on-the-fly alignment of 01005 components, all components over 7 mm x 7 mm must be aligned using the standard BV-38 base-mounted camera.