Mydata and Mycronic

Mydata and Mycronic are two well-known manufacturers of pick-and-place machines used in the electronics assembly industry. These machines are used to accurately place electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) during the assembly process. Here’s an overview of Mydata and Mycronic pick-and-place machines, including how their feeders are loaded:

Mydata Pick-and-Place Machines:

Mydata, now a part of the Mycronic Group, is known for its high-speed, flexible, and accurate pick-and-place machines. These machines typically use a unique technology called “Midas” (Mydata Intelligent Dynamic Assembly System) for component placement. Here’s how Mydata pick-and-place machines work and how their feeders are loaded:

Component Loading

  • Components are loaded into feeders, which are specialized trays or cartridges that hold the components. Mydata machines support a range of feeder types, including stick feeders, tape feeders, and tray feeders.

Vision System

  • Mydata machines are equipped with advanced vision systems, often including both bottom and top cameras, to accurately recognize component locations, rotation, and orientation.

Component Pickup

  • The machine’s robotic head, equipped with suction nozzles or grippers, picks up components from the feeders based on the vision system’s guidance.

Placement on PCB

  • The machine accurately places the components onto the PCB according to the programmed placement data. Vision systems continuously verify the component’s position and alignment during placement.

Feeder Changeover

  • To load different components, operators can change the feeders on Mydata machines relatively easily. The operator unloads the current feeder, loads the new one with components, and then inserts it into the machine.

Mycronic Pick-and-Place Machines (formerly known as Assembleon)

Mycronic’s pick-and-place machines are recognized for their precision and high-speed capabilities. These machines are also designed for flexibility and reliability. Here’s how Mycronic pick-and-place machines work and how their feeders are loaded:

Component Loading

  • Components are loaded into various types of feeders, including stick feeders, tape feeders, tray feeders, and bulk feeders, depending on the machine model and component type.

Vision System

  • Mycronic pick-and-place machines are equipped with advanced vision systems that enable accurate component recognition and alignment. These systems help ensure correct component placement.

Component Pickup

  • The pick-and-place head, equipped with vacuum nozzles or grippers, picks up components from the feeders based on the vision system’s guidance.

Placement on PCB

  • The machine accurately places components onto the PCB based on the programmed placement data. Vision systems continuously verify placement accuracy.

Feeder Changeover

  • Changing feeders on Mycronic machines is typically a straightforward process. Operators unload the current feeder, load the new one with components, and then insert it into the machine. Some models may also support automated feeder changeover systems.

Both Mydata and Mycronic pick-and-place machines are designed to handle a wide range of component sizes and types, making them suitable for diverse PCB assembly requirements. The flexibility of these machines and the ease of feeder changeover contribute to efficient and versatile electronics assembly processes.