FAQ

Panasonic NPM-D3 offers superior modularity, scalability, and head options for high-mix, complex production, while the Yamaha YSM20R focuses on speed, simplicity, and a versatile single-head solution for high-volume environments. Choose based on your production complexity and volume needs.

1. Increased Placement Speed: The CM602 can place up to 100,000 components per hour, which is faster than the CM402.
2. Enhanced Nozzle Configuration: The CM602 features a 12-nozzle high-speed head, expanding upon the original 8-nozzle design of the CM402. This allows for more efficient component placement.
3. Improved Modular Design: The CM602 offers up to 10 different module combinations, providing greater flexibility and customization options compared to the CM402.
4. Advanced Cooling System: The CM602 incorporates a new cooling design for its linear motors, allowing for more efficient heat dissipation during high-speed operations. This improves motor efficiency and longevity compared to the CM402.
5. Wider Component Range: The CM602 can handle components from 0201 (some sources mention 03015) up to 100mm x 90mm x 25mm, potentially offering a broader range than the CM402.
6. Enhanced Accuracy: While both machines offer high precision, the CM602 boasts a placement accuracy of ±40 μm for chips with a Cpk ≥ 1, which may be an improvement over the CM402.
7. Software and Hardware Compatibility: Despite these improvements, the CM602 maintains compatibility with CM402 feeders, nozzles, and operation systems, allowing for easier upgrades and integration.

Panasonic NPM-D3 supports a variety of placement heads to accommodate different production needs:

1. High-Speed Heads: Designed for rapid placement of standard components, such as chips and resistors, ensuring maximum throughput.
2. Multi-Function Heads: Capable of handling a wide range of components, including odd-shaped and large parts, for versatile production.
3. Specialty Heads: Includes options like dispensing heads for adhesive or solder paste, catering to specific assembly requirements.
4. Fine-Pitch Heads: For precise placement of small components, such as 0201 chips and micro BGAs, ensuring high accuracy.

Panasonic NPM-D3 heads can be configured and swapped to optimize performance for both high-volume and high-mix production environments.

Design and Footprint

• NPM-D3: Compact dual-beam design with a reinforced frame
• NPM-W2: Broader capacity dual-beam design

Component Range

• NPM-D3: Handles components from 03015mm to 100x90mm, up to 28mm tall
• NPM-W2: Handles components from 03015mm to 120x90mm, up to 40mm tall, and connectors up to 150mm long

Placement Speed

• NPM-D3: Achieves up to 92,000 CPH
• NPM-W2: Offers a 10% throughput improvement over previous models

Placement Accuracy

• NPM-D3: Improved accuracy down to 30μm
• NPM-W2: Placement accuracy of 25μm for chips (Cpk ≥ 1.0)

PCB Handling

• NPM-D3: Flexible board handling system for single and dual-lane operations
• NPM-W2: Can handle larger PCBs up to 750 x 550 mm

Feeder Capacity

• NPM-D3: Not specified in the search results
• NPM-W2: Can accommodate up to 120 reels on quick-change feeder carts

Application Focus

• NPM-D3: Ideal for high-speed, high-volume applications in automotive, industrial, and medical sectors
• NPM-W2: Versatile platform suitable for a wide range of production requirements

1. Improved Placement Accuracy: The reinforced frame helps improve placement accuracy by 25% compared to previous models. This allows the NPM-D3 to achieve a placement accuracy of ±30μm for chips (Cpk ≥ 1.0).
2. Increased Stability: The stronger frame provides a more stable platform for the high-speed placement operations, allowing the machine to maintain precision even at high speeds.
3. Higher Throughput: The reinforced structure supports the NPM-D3's ability to boost IPC-9850 throughput by 30%, reaching up to 38,078 CPH (components per hour) per square meter.
4. Support for Advanced Features: The robust frame accommodates advanced features like the multi-recognition camera system, which combines alignment, thickness, and 3D coplanarity measurements into one step.
5. Versatility: The reinforced structure allows the NPM-D3 to handle a wide range of component sizes, from tiny 03015mm chips to large 100x90mm components up to 28mm tall.

The 3D Multi Recognition Camera on the Panasonic NPM-D3 enhances performance by ensuring precise component alignment, improving accuracy, speed, and flexibility, while reducing errors and rework.