asm siemens smt pick and place machine tx1

ASM TX1 is a high-precision modular placement machine launched by ASM Pacific Technology Co., Ltd., designed for high-mix, high-precision placement needs in modern electronic manufacturing, and suitable for a full range of placement from 0201 components to large special-shaped components.

1.2 Technical Specifications

Parameter Category Technical Indicators

Placement Accuracy ±25μm @3σ (chip) / ±35μm @3σ (QFP)

Maximum Placement Speed 25,000 CPH (under optimal conditions)

Component Processing Range 0201~150×150mm (L×W)

Maximum Component Height 25mm

Feeder Capacity Up to 120 8mm Feeder Stations

Board Size 50×50mm ~ 510×460mm (L×W)

Machine Size 1,450×1,350×1,450mm (L×W×H)

Weight About 1,800kg

Power Requirements 400VAC 3-phase 50/60Hz 15kVA

Compressed Air Requirements 5.5~6.5bar, Clean and Dry Air

II. Working Principle and System Architecture

2.1 Core working principle

Motion control:

Linear motor drives X-Y axis

High-precision grating scale closed-loop control (resolution 0.1μm)

Vision system:

Upward camera: 30MP global shutter CMOS

Downward camera: 15MP+ laser height measurement

On-the-fly centering technology

Placement process:

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PCB positioning → component picking → on-the-fly centering → height detection → precise placement → quality verification

2.2 System architecture

Mechanical system:

Cast iron base (thermal expansion coefficient <0.8μm/m℃)

Carbon fiber beam (weight reduction of 30%)

Electrical system:

Distributed I/O control

Real-time industrial Ethernet (EtherCAT)

Software system:

SIPLACE OS is based on Windows 10 IoT

Supports OPC UA communication protocol

III. Core advantages and technological innovation

3.1 Market competitive advantage

Balance between precision and speed:

Unique "SoftTouch" placement technology reduces component bounce

Dynamic Z-axis control achieves ±5μm height accuracy

Flexible production capacity:

Quick line change (<15 minutes full machine model switching)

Mixed material tray and reel tape used simultaneously

Intelligent calibration system:

Automatic laser calibration of nozzle position

Temperature compensation algorithm (±0.5μm/℃)

3.2 Technical innovation points

Intelligent feeding system:

Feida health status monitoring

Predictive feeding maintenance

Advanced motion control:

Third-order motion curve planning

Vibration suppression algorithm

Quality assurance system:

Online SPC statistical analysis

3D solder paste detection interface

IV. Functional features and application value

4.1 Core functions

High-precision placement:

Support 01005 component placement

0.3mm fine pitch QFP processing capability

Intelligent optimization:

Automatic placement sequence optimization

Nozzle automatic distribution system

Process monitoring:

Real-time placement force monitoring

Automatic component polarity verification

4.2 Production line value

Efficiency improvement: 20% faster than the previous generation of models

Quality improvement: first-piece pass rate>99.5%

Cost reduction: line change time reduced by 40%

Flexibility enhancement: Support NPI fast import

V. Common errors and processing solutions

5.1 Error code classification and processing

Code series Fault category Typical processing measures

1xxx Mechanical system error Check motion mechanism/lubrication/mechanical limit

2xxx Vision system error Clean lens/calibrate light source/check camera connection

3xxx Feeding system error Verify feeder status/check material belt/sensor calibration

4xxx Vacuum system error Detect vacuum pipeline/clean nozzle/check solenoid valve

5xxx Control system error Restart the controller/check FPGA status/update firmware

5.2 Typical error cases

E1205: X-axis position deviation:

Possible cause: grating scale contamination/linear motor failure

Handling: Clean the grating scale → calibrate the origin → test the motor current

E2310: Downward camera out of focus:

Possible cause: Z-axis height sensor drift

Handling: Perform automatic focus calibration → Check laser sensor

E3108: Feeder communication interruption:

Possible cause: CAN bus terminal resistor failure

Handling: Check the terminal resistor (120Ω) → Test the bus waveform

VI. Maintenance system

6.1 Preventive maintenance plan

Cycle Maintenance items Standard method

Daily Machine surface cleaning Dust-free cloth + IPA cleaning

Weekly Motion guide rail inspection Manual movement inspection smoothness

Monthly Comprehensive lubrication Use special grease (Kluber ISOFLEX)

Quarterly Accuracy verification Use standard calibration board

Semi-annual Electrical system inspection Insulation test/ground resistance test

Yearly Comprehensive maintenance Manufacturer professional technical service

6.2 Maintenance of key components

Linear guide rail:

Cleaning: Use lint-free cloth + special cleaning agent

Lubrication: Lithium-based grease, replenish every 3 months

Vacuum system:

Filter: Replace every 500 hours

Pipeline: Leak detection every month

Optical system:

Lens cleaning: Use lens pen every week

Light source calibration: Monthly brightness detection

VII. Common faults and maintenance ideas

7.1 Fault diagnosis process

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Fault phenomenon → HMI error confirmation → Subsystem isolation test → Signal measurement → Component replacement → Function verification

7.2 Typical troubleshooting

Placement offset:

Inspection process: camera calibration → nozzle wear → PCB clamping

Maintenance plan: recalibrate → replace nozzle → adjust fixture

High throw rate:

Inspection process: vacuum detection → component height → feeding position

Maintenance plan: clean nozzle → adjust pick-up height → calibrate feeder

Machine abnormal noise:

Inspection process: linear guide → belt tension → motor bearing

Maintenance plan: clean guide → adjust tension → replace bearing

VIII. Maintenance and upgrade suggestions

8.1 Gradual maintenance strategy

Level Fault type Response time Required skills

L1 Operational problems Immediate Operator level

L2 Simple hardware failure Within 4 hours Junior technician

L3 Complex system failure Within 24 hours Senior engineer

L4 Core component failure Within 48 hours Manufacturer professional technical support

8.2 Upgrade optimization suggestions

Hardware upgrade:

Optional high-precision placement head (±15μm)

Upgrade to 10MP high-speed camera

Software upgrade:

Install Advanced Process Control suite

Enable AI placement optimization algorithm

System integration:

Interface with MES/ERP system

Realize remote diagnosis function

IX. Technology evolution and market positioning

9.1 Product iteration route

2018: Release of TX1 basic version

2020: Upgrade motion control system

2022: Integrated intelligent feeding system

2024 (planning): AI visual enhanced version

9.2 Competitive product comparison

Parameters ASM TX1 Competitive product A Competitive product B

Placement accuracy ±25μm ±30μm ±35μm

Maximum speed 25k CPH 23k CPH 20k CPH

Line change time <15 minutes 25 minutes 30 minutes

Energy consumption efficiency 0.9kW/kCPH 1.2kW/kCPH 1.5kW/kCPH

Intelligence level Advanced Intermediate Basic

X. Summary and best practices

10.1 Recommendations for use

Environmental control:

Temperature: 23±2℃

Humidity: 50±10% RH

Vibration: <0.5G (5-200Hz)

Operational specifications:

Preheat for 15 minutes daily

Back up machine parameters regularly

Use original consumables

Personnel training:

Certified operator training (3 days)

Advanced maintenance course (5 days)

10.2 Application prospects

ASM TX1 is particularly suitable for:

Automotive electronics manufacturing

High-end consumer electronics

Medical equipment electronic assembly

Aerospace electronics

5G communication equipment

Through scientific maintenance management and technological innovation, TX1 can ensure:

Equipment utilization rate>90%

Mean time between failures>5,000 hours

Comprehensive operating cost reduction of 25%

It is recommended that users establish a complete preventive maintenance system and maintain close cooperation with ASM technical support to give full play to the performance of the equipment and obtain the best return on investment.