As the core model of the E series, ASM SIPLACE CP12 is an economical modular placement machine designed for high-mix, small and medium-volume production. With its excellent cost-effectiveness and excellent flexibility, it occupies an important market position in the fields of consumer electronics, automotive electronics, industrial control, etc., and is particularly suitable for:
Small and medium-sized EMS companies
R&D centers and pilot production lines
Multi-variety fast switching production lines
II. Core specifications and technical parameters
Technical indicators CP12 detailed parameters
Theoretical placement speed 12,000-18,000 CPH (depending on the configuration)
Placement accuracy ±40μm @3σ (supports 0603 components)
Component processing range 0603~30mm×30mm
Feeder capacity Up to 60 (8mm tape)
Substrate size 50mm×50mm~350mm×300mm
Vision system 1MP HD camera + fixed ring light
Control system SIPLACE Pro basic version
Power requirement Single-phase AC 220V/2.5kVA
III. Core technology innovation and working principle
1. Intelligent placement system
Adaptive nozzle technology: automatically adjusts vacuum pressure (20-80kPa) to ensure stable pickup of special-shaped components from 0603 to LED
Three-point PCB positioning: mechanical clamping + vacuum adsorption dual fixation, positioning accuracy ±0.1mm
2. Visual processing flow
Component recognition: 1MP camera captures images
Feature extraction: calculates center coordinates through SIPLACE Vision algorithm
Dynamic compensation: real-time correction of position deviation during placement
3. Motion control system
Servo drive + ball screw: achieve X/Y axis positioning accuracy ±5μm
Modular Z axis: 6 independently controlled placement heads, supporting parallel operation
Fourth, six core competitive advantages
Economical and efficient
Equipment acquisition cost reduced by 30% vs Models of the same level
Energy consumption <3kW/h, the lowest operating cost in the industry
Extreme flexibility
Complete full model conversion in 15 minutes
Support multiple feeding methods such as tray, tube and belt
Intelligent maintenance
Self-diagnosis system can predict 85% of common faults
Modular design makes key component replacement <5 minutes
Stable and reliable
MTBF>8,000 hours
Key components use imported components from Japan and Germany
Easy to use experience
Graphical guided programming
Support mobile phone remote monitoring
Green and environmentally friendly
Noise <65dB
Compliant with RoHS2.0 standard
V. Typical application scenarios
Smart home: Wi-Fi module mounting (0603 components)
Automotive electronics: ECU control board (SOIC-8 package)
Industrial control: PLC module (LED + connector mixed mounting)
Medical equipment: Portable monitor (0402 precision resistor)
VI. Full life cycle maintenance plan
1. Daily maintenance specifications
Daily operations:
Ultrasonic cleaning of nozzles (40kHz/5min)
Vacuum detection (standard value ≥65kPa)
Guide rail cleaning (wipe with IPA99%)
Weekly maintenance:
Feeder gear oiling (Molykote HP-300)
Camera lens calibration (using USAF1951 standard plate)
2. Key spare parts list
Spare part type Replacement cycle Precautions
Nozzle assembly 3-6 months Distinguish between 0603/0805 special models
Vacuum generator 12 months Check whether the diaphragm is broken
Feeder belt 6 months The tension must be maintained at 5±0.2N
Servo motor encoder 24 months Anti-static operation
3. Calibration cycle table
Item Cycle Tool
Visual system calibration 1 month Standard calibration plate (including 0402 pattern)
Placement head pressure calibration 3 months Digital pressure gauge (0-10N)
Track parallelism calibration 6 months Laser alignment instrument
VII. In-depth fault diagnosis and maintenance guide
1. Typical fault tree analysis
Fault phenomenon: periodic placement offset
Possible causes:
Wear of mechanical transmission parts (probability 35%)
Servo motor encoder abnormality (probability 25%)
Visual system focus inaccurate (probability 20%)
Others (20%)
Diagnostic process:
Check X/Y axis backlash (standard <0.02mm)
Collect servo motor current waveform
Perform visual MTF test
2. Five common fault handling
Fault 1: E917 alarm (vacuum abnormality)
Handling steps:
Check the sealing of vacuum pipeline (leakage rate <0.5kPa/min)
Test solenoid valve response time (standard ≤50ms)
Clean vacuum sensor (IPA wiping)
Fault 2: Feeder step loss
Root cause:
Insufficient belt tension (accounting for 62%)
Stepper driver failure (accounting for 28%)
Solution:
Maintenance code
1. Adjust belt tension to 5N
2. Measure the output current of the driver (1.2A±0.1)
3. Replace the worn feed gear
Fault 3: Image recognition failed
Optimization plan:
Lighting parameter setting:
Front light intensity: 70-80%
Side light angle: 45°
Exposure time: 200-300μs
Fault 4: Z-axis overload alarm
Preventive measures:
Check the lead screw grease every month (Klüberplex BEM 41-132)
Update the placement height compensation value every quarter
Fault 5: System communication interruption
Quick troubleshooting:
Check the oxidation of the RJ45 interface
Test network latency (should be <2ms)
Reinstall SIPLACE Pro driver
VIII. Technology evolution and upgrade path
1. Hardware upgrade options
Vision system upgrade package: 1MP→5MP camera (increase recognition rate by 30%)
High-speed head option: CP12→CP12H (speed increased to 25k CPH)
2. Software upgrade route
Basic version → Advanced version:
Added 3D simulation function
Support AI throwing material analysis
3. Production line integration plan
Online configuration:
CP12 + DEK Horizon printer → form a mini production line
(Production capacity increased by 40%, floor space reduced by 25%)
IX. Procurement decision support
1. Cost-benefit analysis
Project CP12 Competitive product A Advantage comparison
Single point placement cost ¥0.003 ¥0.005 40% lower
Line change time 15min 30min 50% faster
Energy consumption ratio 1.2kW/h 2.5kW/h Energy saving 52%
2. Selection suggestions
Recommended configuration:
Basic version: suitable for users with limited budget (about ¥850,000)
Advanced version: recommended for automotive electronics customers (about ¥1.2 million)
X. Summary and Outlook
ASM SIPLACE CP12 redefines the value standard of economical placement machines through modular design and intelligent maintenance system. Its stable output of 12k CPH and accuracy of ±40μm significantly reduce production costs while ensuring quality. With the launch of ASM's CP12 Smart Edition (with integrated AI quality inspection function), this model will continue to lead the technological innovation of entry-level placement machines.