In general, a median machine using decent linear guides, steppers, Smoothie, etc. will be able to place 0.5mm pitch ICs and 0402 passives reliably. Report comment Reply ...

The operator uses the Semiautomatic P&P machine to pick up a leadless Integrated Circuit, and locates a distinct feature on the IC. The machine aids the user in accurately locating the parts to a pad ...

Professional-grade pick and place machines are quite pricey, so when the crew at Null Space Labs picked up an old Juki Placemat 360 for only $1,200, they were stoked. When they finally got it in ...