Multi-package conversion kit for a pick and place handler
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Apr 13, 2004
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Jul 31, 2003
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Jan 22, 2002
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Jan 22, 2002
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A method is provided for package-to-package conversion of a pick and place handler. An input arm assembly is provided with interchangeable vacuum leads. An input/output shuttle plate is provided comprising a block and base plate. The block has a plurality of pocket groupings and a two or more alignment hole groupings. The base plate has two or more alignment pins. Package-to-package conversion is achieved by changing alignment hole groupings on the alignment pins, thereby selecting the pocket corresponding to the alignment hole used. A soak plate is provided having an array of pocket groupings, wherein each pocket grouping has the same pattern of different size/shape pockets to accommodate different packages. Package-to-package conversion is accomplished by programming an offset to the desired pocket in each pocket grouping. A test arm assembly is provided with interchangeable vacuum leads and interchangeable nest pieces.
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