Equipment on the line

DDM Novastar LS60 production photo

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DDM Novastar LS60

Pick-and-place machine

Board size
330 to 343 mm by 304 to 813 mm
Throughput
up to 4800 cph (typical 2500 to 3600)
Component range
0201 to 35 mm bodies, BGA, 15 mil pitch QFP
Feeders
96 single positions (144 with bank), 8 to 68 mm tape, tray, tube, loose
Nozzles
4 standard
Accuracy
+/- 0.025 mm
Max component height
16 mm

Our SMT line is sized for prototype-to-low-volume production and NPI work, typically under 5000 units per batch with mixed-component boards. For higher-volume runs we plan capacity together during DFM and BOM review.

Process detail

  1. STAGE INPUT
  2. Feeder load

    Tape, tray, tube, and loose components loaded into 96 single positions (144 with bank).

  3. Program load

    CPL file loaded, fiducial alignment confirmed.

  4. Placement

    Vision-assisted placement at +/- 0.025 mm accuracy across the panel.

  5. Verification

    On-head vision plus downstream AOI confirm placement.

  6. STAGE OUTPUT

Files we accept

  • CPL or pick-and-place file (csv, txt)
  • BOM with manufacturer part numbers
  • Assembly drawing for orientation reference

Tolerances and specs

Placement accuracy
+/- 0.025 mm
Component range
0201 to 35 mm bodies, BGA, 15 mil QFP
Feeders
96 single positions, 144 with bank
Tape range
8 to 68 mm
Max component height
16 mm
Nozzles
4 standard

Throughput

up to 4800 cph theoretical, typical 2500 to 3600 cph

Frequently asked questions

Which design files do you accept?

Gerber RS-274X, ODB++, and IPC-2581 for PCB data. BOM in xlsx or csv with manufacturer part numbers. CPL or pick-and-place file in csv or txt. Step files for enclosures. Firmware binaries as hex, bin, or signed image bundles.

What is your minimum order quantity?

We work from pilot batches through repeat production. The sweet spot for our SMT line is low to medium volume, typically under 5000 units per batch with mixed-component boards. We plan capacity in advance during DFM and BOM review for larger volumes.

Discuss this capability

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