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AT-GDP Series BGA / QFN / SMT Placement & Rework Stations

Product Overview

The AT-GDP Series BGA Rework Systems are semi-automatic machines featuring the latest vision and process control technologies. Lead-Free applications consisting of complex components such as BGA’s, CSP’s, QFN’s, Flip Chips, and other SMD’s are reworked with ease and high quality results. Precise mechanics coupled with a comprehensive software package automates the device removal and installation processes.

Rigid design enables ultra precise placement to within 5 microns. Split Vision Optics allows simultaneous top of the PCB / bottom of the component viewing to superimpose and align both images. Split Imaging creates diagonal corner viewing for alignment of larger packages at high magnification. Absents of mirrors in the optics system ensure a clear and distortion free image quality. Precise closed loop reflow process control enables mimicking the original production profile. Software contains a database of predefined profiles which the user selects based on the package and PCB being reworked. Profiles may be easily modified, optimized, and stored for future use. Settings can be adjusted on-the-fly while the profile is running. Software controls reflow via forced air / nitrogen convection top heater, forced air convection localized bottom heater, and a large area Quartz IR preheater. Airflow at the top heater is monitored by the software as well and delivers unsurpassed temperature uniformity. This guarantees very gentle flow which cannot disturb even the smallest adjacent components. Controlled cooling of the part and PCB is accomplished via direct air / nitrogen flow at the top nozzle, air flow at the localized bottom heater, and large area underside board cooling.

Like other machines that our company has been producing for over the past 25 years, AT-GDP was designed to be very easy to use and capable of handling both today’s and tomorrow’s rework requirements. AT-GDP series offers unparalleled performance aimed at applications where precision and consistently high quality rework matters.

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Financing Available - starting at $650 / month!     

 

Key Features

  • Single Axis Placement and Reflow
  • Split Vision Optics with LED lighting
  • Forced Air / N2 Convection Top heater and Area Quartz IR / Focused Local Air Preheaters
  • Adjustable placement force
  • Computer control with comprehensive software package
  • Closed Loop process control
  • Automated Z axis movement
  • Precision board holder with vacuum locking base, X-Y micrometers, underside support
  • Compressed air cooling bypassing the heater yields strong, quality joints
  • Five thermocouple inputs
  • Library of predefined profiles
  • Software controlled process sequencing with safety interlocks
  • Plug and Operate Configuration
  • Minimal operator involvement
  • Maintenance Free
  • Lead Free Compatible
  • Designed and Manufactured in USA

 

Operation

At the click of an icon, the system automatically places the component onto the PCB, shuts off the vacuum to the pick up tube, lifts the pick up nozzle away from the package body, executes a reflow profile, and raises the reflow head at the completion of a cycle. Removal features the same automation only now, the component is pulled off the board at the completion of a cycle.

 

Software

Profiles are developed, stored, and recalled in the AT-GDP’s software package. It controls the reflow cycle, automation of process sequences, and automatic execution of safety checks before every profile run.

  • Real-Time process graphing
  • Automatic Profile Generation
  • Profile development with up to 5 thermocouples
  • Library with predefined profiles
  • On-The-Fly settings adjustment
  • Real - time data recording for documentation and analysis
  • Password Protected Access
  • Unlimited profile storage
  • User friendly environment
  • Designed for Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Pro OS

 

Features Comparison

There are three configurations of the AT-GDP series. All of which share the same rigid platform and principle of operation. Below is a comparison matrix indicating features of each model.

 AT-GDP-1AT-GDP-2AT-GDP-3
Split Vision Optics
X
X
X
LED Lighting system with intensity control
X
X
X
Single axis placement and reflow
X
X
X
Z Axis Movement - automatic
X
X
X
Precision X-Y Micrometer Adjustments
X
X
X
Theta Rotational Adjustment
X
X
X
Board holder with vacuum locking base 
X
X
X
Macro adjustment of board holder
X
X
X
Adjustable placement force
X
X
X
Automated component place and nozzle lift up
X
X
X
Compressed air cooling
X
X
X
Component Positioning Nest
X
X
X
Control Software Package
X
X
X
Five Thermocouple Inputs
X
X
X
Notebook PC with 7 Pro OS
X
X
X
20"LCD Monitor with mounting arm
N/A
X
X
Heavy Duty Stand with PC mounting 
N/A
N/A
X
Nozzle - 2 of any size
X
X
X
Split Imaging Alignment 
O
O
X
Nozzle - Individual
O
O
O
Nozzle Kit
O
O
O
Flux Transfer Plates Kit
O
O
O
Positioning Plate
O
O
O
Stencil for solder paste application
O
O
O
BGA / CSP Reballing Kit
O
O
O
0201 handling
N/A
O
O
Process monitoring camera
O
O
O
X - Included   O - Optional   N/A - Not Available

 

Nozzles

An assortment of standard reflow nozzles is available covering a wide variety of components being reworked.  During reflow, a nozzle may be positioned on a PCB covering the component or it may be set slightly above the device. Refer to the table below listing the most common nozzle sizes. 

Throughout the years, we have manufactured thousands of nozzles in various designs and dimensions.  ATCO’s custom manufacturing capability allows us to design and fabricate a nozzle for even the most complex applications.  Contact us regarding availability of custom made nozzles.  Please indicate component dimensions or provide a mechanical package drawing.

Nozzle Part No.Inner Dimensions (mm)
NZ-ATGDP-4ID 
4mm ID (round)
NZ-ATGDP-6x6 *
6mm x 6mm
NZ-ATGDP-8x6
8mm x 6mm
NZ-ATGDP-8x8 *
8mm x 8mm
NZ-ATGDP-10x10 *
10mm x 10mm
NZ-ATGDP-12x9.5
12mm x 9.5mm
NZ-ATGDP-14x14 *
14mm x 14mm
NZ-ATGDP-17x17 *
17mm x 17mm
NZ-ATGDP-18x13.5
18mm x 13.5mm
NZ-ATGDP-19x19
19mm x 19mm
NZ-ATGDP-21x21 *
21mm x 21mm
NZ-ATGDP-23x23
23mm x 23mm
NZ-ATGDP-24.5x14.5
24.5mm x 14.5mm
NZ-ATGDP-25x19
25mm x 19mm
NZ-ATGDP-25x25 *
25mm x 25mm
NZ-ATGDP-27x27
27mm x 27mm
NZ-ATGDP-28x17
28mm x 17mm
NZ-ATGDP-30x30 *
30mm x 30mm
NZ-ATGDP-33x33
33mm x 33mm
NZ-ATGDP-36x36 *
36mm x 36mm
NZ-ATGDP-40x40 *
40mm x 40mm
NZ-ATGDP-40.5x15
40.5mm x 15mm
NZ-ATGDP-44x44
44mm x 44mm
NZ-ATGDP-50x50
50mm x 50mm
* included in the optional 10 piece Nozzle Kit (Part: NZK-ATGDP)

 

Options / Accessories

  • Nozzle (Part: NZ-ATGDP)
  • Nozzle Kit (Part: NZK-ATGDP)
  • Split Imaging Alignment (Part: SIA-ATGDP)
  • Positioning Plate (Part: PP-ATGDP)
  • Flux Transfer Plate Kit (Part: FTP-ATGDP)
  • Paste Transfer Stencil (Part: STN-ATGDP)
  • BGA / CSP Reballing Kit (Part: BRK-ATGDP)
  • 0201 Handling (Part: 0201-ATGDP)
  • Process Monitoring Camera (Part: PMC-ATGDP)

 

Specifications

 AT-GDP-1AT-GDP-2AT-GDP-3
Board Handling Up to 12" x 14" (305mm x 355mm) Up to 16" x 20" (406mm x 508mm) Up to 16" x 20" (406mm x 508mm)
Component Handling      
Maximum 1.58” x 1.58” (40mmSQ) Optional 2.25” x 2.25” (57mmSQ) 1.58” x 1.58” (40mmSQ) Optional 2.25” x 2.25” (57mmSQ) 2.25” x 2.25” (57mmSQ)  
Minimum 0.04” x 0.04” (1mmSQ) 0.04” x 0.04” (1mmSQ) 0.04” x 0.04” (1mmSQ)
Typical Components Reworked BGAs, uBGAs, CSPs, CBGAs, QFNs, LGAs, LCCs, MLFs, QFPs, TSOPs, PLCCs, SOICs, Flip chips, WLCSPs, micro SMD's BGAs, uBGAs, CSPs, CBGAs, QFNs, LGAs, LCCs, MLFs, QFPs, TSOPs, PLCCs, SOICs, Flip chips, WLCSPs, micro SMD's, 0201 BGAs, uBGAs, CSPs, CBGAs, QFNs, LGAs, LCCs, MLFs, QFPs, TSOPs, PLCCs, SOICs, Flip chips, WLCSPs, micro SMD's, 0201
PCB Thickness Up to 0.32” (8mm) Up to 0.32” (8mm) Up to 0.32” (8mm)
Placement Accuracy +/- 0.0002"    (+/- 5 microns) +/- 0.0002"    (+/- 5 microns) +/- 0.00004"    (+/- 1 microns)
Top Heater (Forced Air/N2 Conv.) 1000 Watts 1000 Watts 1000 Watts
Preheater (Quartz IR) 1600 Watts(8" x 12" or 203mm x 305mm) 2400 Watts(12" x 12" or 305mm x 305mm) 2400 Watts(12" x 12" or 305mm x 305mm)
Preheater (Local Air Conv.) 300 Watts(2" OD) 300 Watts(2" OD) 300 Watts(2" OD)
Magnification Up to 60X Up to 60X Up to 60X
Temperature / Time / Airflow Closed-Loop Software Control  Closed-Loop Software Control  Closed-Loop Software Control 
Power 120 VAC 25A or 208-240 VAC 15A,1 Phase, 50/60 Hz 120 VAC 30A or 208-240 VAC 20A,1 Phase, 50/60 Hz 120 VAC 30A or 208-240 VAC 20A,1 Phase, 50/60 Hz
Air / Gas 90-120  PSI @ 2.5 CFM   90-120  PSI @ 2.5 CFM   90-120  PSI @ 2.5 CFM  
Facility Placement Heavy Duty Bench (500lbs. minimum weight capacity) Heavy Duty Bench (500lbs. minimum weight capacity) Stand Alone Floor Unit
Weight 220 lbs / 100 Kg  240 lbs / 110 Kg 280 lbs / 127 Kg 
Dimensions 36"L x 18"W x 44"H (915mm x 457mm x 1118mm) 48"L x 18"W x 44"H (1220mm x 457mm x 1118mm) 48"L x 28"W x 78"H (1220mm x 711mm x 1981mm)
Warranty Five (5) years parts and labor Five (5) years parts and labor Five (5) years parts and labor























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