asm siemens x4i smt placement machine

What is the ASM Siemens X4i SMT placement machine?

The Siemens SMT machine X4 (SIPLACE X4) is a high-performance SMT placement system developed by ASM Assembly Systems (formerly Siemens SMT division). As one of the most advanced models in the SIPLACE X series, the X4 is engineered for exceptional precision, speed, and flexibility. It is ideal for high-end manufacturing environments such as consumer electronics, automotive electronics, medical devices, and communication equipment.

Product advantages

Ultra-high placement speed: up to 150,000 CPH (components per hour), suitable for mass production.

Excellent placement accuracy: ±25μm @ 3σ (Cpk≥1.0), can stably place ultra-small components such as 01005 (0.4×0.2mm).

Flexible modular design: supports multi-cantilever configuration, strong scalability, and adapts to different production needs.

Intelligent feeding system: supports belt, disc, and tube feeders, automatically identifies the feeder type, and reduces line change time.

Advanced visual system: uses high-resolution cameras and intelligent image processing algorithms to ensure high-precision placement.

Energy saving and environmental protection: optimizes motion control, reduces energy consumption, and reduces carbon emissions in the production process.

Industry 4.0 compatible: supports remote monitoring, data analysis and predictive maintenance to improve production efficiency.

Working principle

The Siemens X4 placement machine uses the following core technologies to achieve high-speed and high-precision placement:

Multi-cantilever parallel placement:

Uses 4 independent cantilevers (optional for some models), each cantilever can work independently to improve production efficiency.

Flying centering technology (Flying Vision):

Components complete visual centering during movement, reduce pause time, and increase placement speed.

High-precision linear motor drive:

Uses linear motors (rather than traditional servo motors) to achieve high-speed and high-precision motion control.

Intelligent visual system:

Upward camera: used for component identification, angle correction and defect detection.

Downward camera: used for PCB reference point identification to ensure accurate placement position.

Vacuum adsorption system:

Use high-precision vacuum nozzle to adapt to components of different sizes to ensure stable picking and placement.

Intelligent feeding management:

Automatically identify feeder type and component position to reduce manual intervention.

Main features

High-speed placement Up to 150,000 CPH, suitable for mass production

High precision ±25μm @ 3σ, supports 01005 ultra-small components

Flexible configuration Expandable cantilever quantity to meet different production needs

Intelligent feeding Automatic identification of feeders, reducing line change time

Advanced vision High-resolution camera + AI algorithm to improve placement accuracy

Energy-saving design Optimize energy consumption and reduce operating costs

Industry 4.0 support Support remote monitoring, data analysis, predictive maintenance

Specifications

Parameters Specifications

Placement speed Up to 150,000 CPH

Placement accuracy ±25μm @ 3σ (Cpk≥1.0)

Component range 01005 (0.4×0.2mm) ~ 30×30mm, maximum height 12.7mm

PCB size Minimum 50×50mm, maximum 510×460mm

Feeder capacity Supports 72 8mm tape feeders (expandable)

Machine size About 2.5m×1.8m×1.5m (length×width×height)

Weight About 2,800kg

Power requirements 400V AC, 50/60Hz, 16A

Compressed air 6bar, clean and dry

Precautions for use

Environmental requirements:

Temperature: 20~26℃ (optimal operating temperature)

Humidity: 40~60% RH (avoid static electricity)

Dust-proof and shock-proof to ensure stable operation of the machine

Daily maintenance:

Clean the nozzle, camera lens, and feeder track regularly

Check whether the vacuum system is leaking

Lubricate moving parts regularly

Operation specifications:

Ensure that the feeder is installed correctly when changing lines

Avoid PCB placement deviation to prevent mounting errors

Calibrate the machine regularly to ensure mounting accuracy

Safety matters:

Wear an anti-static wristband during operation

No manual intervention is allowed when the machine is running

Use the emergency stop button in an emergency

Common faults and solutions

1. Vision system error

Possible causes:

Camera lens is dirty

Light source is not bright enough

Calibration data is lost

Solution:

Clean the camera lens and light source

Recalibrate the vision system

Check whether the light source is normal

2. Nozzle problem 

Possible causes:

Nozzle is blocked or damaged

Insufficient vacuum pressure

Nozzle model does not match

Solution:

Replace or clean the nozzle

Check the vacuum pump and pipeline

Confirm the nozzle configuration in the program

3. Feeder error

Possible causes:

Feeder is not installed correctly

Components are used up or the material is stuck

Communication failure

Solution:

Reinstall the feeder

Check the material status and replenish components

Check the feeder connector

4. Motion system error

Possible causes:

Mechanical component jam

Servo drive failure

Sensor failure

Solution:

Check whether the guide rail and lead screw are smooth

Restart the servo drive

Check sensor connection

5. Conveyor belt error

Possible causes:

PCB stuck

Sensor failure

Track width setting error

Solution:

Manually remove the stuck PCB

Check sensor status

Recalibrate track width

Siemens X4 placement machine has become an ideal choice for high-end electronic manufacturing with its ultra-high speed, high precision, flexible configuration and intelligent management. Through reasonable maintenance and operation, equipment efficiency can be maximized, downtime can be reduced, and production quality can be improved.

Applicable industries:

Consumer electronics (mobile phones, tablets)

Automotive electronics (ECU, sensors)

Medical equipment (high-precision PCB)

Communication equipment (5G module)

If you need to further optimize production, it is recommended to combine ASM's SIPLACE software suite to achieve intelligent scheduling and data analysis to improve overall production efficiency.