Growing demand for light emitting diode (LED) products combined with increasing testing complexity continue to challenge electronic printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturers. Sterner Automation, a leader in LED test technology, provides
solutions that address these specialized requirements, including the versatile igentic® 821t panel testing system. The igentic®
821t automated process combines advanced vision technology with flexible positioning and power-up capabilities to detect
inconsistencies in individual LEDs at the panel production level. The resulting detection capabilities ensure that the highest
standards are met while maintaining the capacity associated with today's high speed automated lines.
The igentic® 821t Video
The igentic® 821t Efficiently Handles Multi-Board Test Requirements
High resolution LED imaging camera, featuring electronic exposure control and custom photopic filter, measures LED colour and luminous intensity allowing for individual board pass or fail assessment
Specially engineered and integrated measurement board handles both steady-glow and flashing LEDs, as well as under-driven power conditions
High performance camera and software recognition system accurately corrects for individual board variations
Functional test requirements, including resistance, current, voltage and relay, can be integrated based on customer specifications
High speed 4 axis programmable servo robot, with quick change robot interface and custom end-of-arm-tooling (EOAT), provides the flexibility needed to handle individual or multiple board contact and power-up requirements
Industry standard conveyor, with SMEMA interface and precision lift-and-locate station, ensures seamless inline integration and rapid reconfiguration for a wide variety of products
Intuitive PC-based control system ensures reliable performance and simplified programming for multi-product configurations
2D barcode scanner and factory information system (FIS) integration, provide product and operator traceability
Integrated electro-mechanical, inkjet, or laser marking systems for individual board or panel identification
Optional industry standard magazine loaders and conveyors provide stand-alone operation
Optional LED image analysis software detects off-axis LEDs
Multi-language compatibility, remote monitoring and 24-7 support ensure global corporate requirements are met
The igentic® 821t Provides Superior Capability and Value
Improves quality and customer satisfaction by accurately identifying and reporting problem boards
Delivers greater profitability by reducing testing cycle time and labour costs
Provides needed testing flexibility by reducing new product changes to programming and tooling
Minimizes setup, downtime and operator training
This high-performance system can meet your current and future LED testing challenges.
Sharpen your competitive edge by integrating Sterner Automation
igentic® solutions into your production process today!
Specifications
Performance Characteristics
Colour
·Measured
in (Cx,
Cy)
co-ordinates on the CIE plane
Luminous
Intensity
·Measured
in units of Candela/m2
Power Supply
·Capable
of delivering power in two software selectable ranges
o0 to 25
V at 7 A
o0 to 50
V at 4 A
·Able to
dynamically set voltage levels and limit current
Mechanical Systems
Frame and Guarding
·Heavy duty
·ESD safe Lexan panels
Conveyor
·Adjustable width
·SMEMA compatible
·Edge clamping provides panel support
End of Arm Tooling
·Precision quick change fitting
Robot
·4-axis servo
·Up to 5400 mm/s (17.7 ft/s)
·Up to 0.02 mm repeatability
Electrical Systems
Control PC
·2 ethernet cards
·Optional RAID dual hard drive storage
Robot controller
·Ethernet port for connection to control PC
UPS
·For controlled shutdown of PC and robot controller
I/O
·Distributed
·Networked
Stepper motors
·For conveyor velocity and position control
Conveyor
·AC synchronous motor
·Feedback sensor for closed-loop width adjustment
HMI
·Touch screen
·Test results for immediate process control
·Test limit modifications through a password protected maintenance
page
Imaging Camera
·Calibrated
·Specialized software to determine colour and luminous intensity
High Resolution Camera
·11 megapixel
·Captures fiducials
·Determines LED orientation
Barcode Scanner
·2D
Electrical Approvals
·CEC
·NEC
Safety Systems
Designed to CSA, ANSI/RIA and OSHA Safety Standards
Programmable safety controller for monitoring of all safeguarding devices
Safety-rated contactors with monitoring contacts.
Easy-access interlocked Lexan guard doors and enclosure
Lockable emergency-stop button
Interface Requirements
Power source – 120/208 VAC, 3 phase, 5 Wire, 30 A
Factory unlubricated dry air – 5.5 bar (80 psi)
Service Support
All equipment is programmed, tested and approved prior to shipment
Operators manual (CD and hard copy), complete drawing sets and spare parts lists
are included for reference
24-7 emergency service, online equipment monitoring, history databases and preventative
maintenance programs ensure maximum support
Options
Selection of electro-mechanical, inkjet or laser marking systems to meet customer
specification for panel or individual board identification
Industry standard magazine loaders and handling conveyor systems for sorting or
other interface requirements
LED image analysis software for the detection of off-axis LEDs
Customized data collection and reporting software for local data storage or factory
information system (FIS) integration
Integrated rework stations for board analysis and repair traceability
Optional safety-integrated automated door locks to only allow operator access after
robot and all other hazards are confirmed to be safe.
