The ASMPT Sunbird is a fully automated turret-style test handler used primarily in the semiconductor packaging and testing stage; it sorts and bins packaged chips based on test results.
What exactly does this machine do?
The core function of the Sunbird turret handler is to sort packaged chips according to test results, directing passing chips into one channel and failing ones into another. It uses a high-speed rotating turret to move chips sequentially through various test stations; after electrical performance testing and visual inspection are completed, the chips are sorted into the corresponding output channels based on the results. This design enables parallel processing of multiple steps, resulting in high hourly throughput.
Which chips can be sorted using this machine?
The equipment supports various input methods—such as vibratory bowls and tubes—and offers multiple output options, including tape-and-reel and tubes. It accommodates a wide range of chip package types, such as QFN, DFN, and SOT, and is widely used by semiconductor packaging and testing companies. Other models in the same series include the FT2018 and FT2026 turret handlers.
What are the key components inside the machine?
The Sunbird operates through the coordination of various precision parts: motors and pulleys handle power transmission and drive functions; pick-and-place operations utilize nozzles and grippers to handle the chips; and testing components—such as test sockets and probes—contact chip leads to transmit signals. It also features six-sided visual inspection capabilities, employing industrial cameras and lenses to detect surface defects and perform positional alignment. Components such as conveyor belts, nozzles, and probes—found within the input systems (like vibratory bowls or tubes)—are considered wear parts and require regular inspection and replacement.
