Inspection Module for selective THT Solder Joint Inspection

17 February 2012 - GOEPEL electronic introduces TOM Selective-Line, a cost-effective module for selective THT solder joint inspection. The powerful and easy-to-integrate module can be utilized for offline as well as inline applications.  The innovative combination of modular illumination, telecentric lens and intuitive software enables a high quality and reproducible evaluation of THT solder joints according to IPC-A-610.

Various illumination variants guarantee a perfect contrast also for changing PCB colours. Possible negative impacts of fluxes or solder masks are eliminated by precisely controlled segment by segment side lighting.

The telecentric lens enables a distortion-free, sharp image of the PCB, whereby the module to inspect larger fields of view (standard: 48mm X 48mm) can be moved pneumatically or electronically utilising an X&Y axis system.

The easy-to-use proven TOM Line image processing software offers special functions for evaluation of solder joints, shorts or solder splashes. The software can be remote controlled via Ethernet, RS232 or Digital I/O, offering a multitude of functions for safe detection of THT soldering defects on printed electronic assemblies.