V-TEK TM-500, User Manual

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the TM-500 Component Handling Machine. The TM 500 is a multiple
input, pick and place, test, inspection and taping machine designed for high mix/low volume pro-
duction environments for electronic devices. The flexibility of multiple inputs reduces the need for
additional machines, simplifies and speeds set up and operations, thus delivering a fast ROI.
Options for testing, inspection, as well as 2D and 3D vision systems provide maximum flexibility,
reporting and traceability functions, while a touch screen interface minimizes set up and operator
intervention for fast and easy functioning.
The TM-500 is designed to handle components in multiple packaging formats and offer several
options for re-packaging.
Standard Features:
• Touch screen operator interface for easy setup and operation
• Easily converts between Tray, Tube, and Bowl feed
• Output to Tape or Tray
• Reject to Tray or Bin
• Ability to rotate comp/-90° or 180°
• Innovative universal adjustable heat and PSA sealer
• User-friendly safety enclosure provides easy access with minimal downtime
• Software controlled advance movement of carrier tape (2mm to 144mm pitch)
• Adjustable track assembly for embossed tapes in widths from 8mm to 56 mm
The standard TM-500 also includes five automatic sensors: Empty Pocket Detection, Jam in
Track, Carrier Motion, Low Cover Tape Detection and Low Carrier Tape Detection.
Optional Modules:
The TM-500 offers a variety of input modules and inspection options which can be purchased
independently to allow the user to customize the machine to suit their unique needs.
Input Options
Dual Tray, Manual Tube Input Device (MTID), Automatic Tube Input Device (ATID) & Bowl
Feeder
Process Options
2D Inspection over tape, Upward 2D Inspection, 3D Inspection, Electrical Testing, Ionizing Fan,
Ink Dot Printer
Output Options
Standard Taper output to embossed tape, optional Automatic Tape Cutter, optional output to tray
available when Dual Tray Feeder Input Module is installed.