Glass Reference Boards

Glass Reference Boards
Glass Reference Boards

Overview:

These gauge boards are designed for x-y and 3D SPI measurements, providing a robust platform for accurate and repeatable measurements. Their high accuracy and stable performance play a key role in reducing variation in the process. Their use is pertinent to help minimize failure rates and improve yield in manufacturing processes.

Applications:

Featuring a variety of measuring areas, these boards are easily used with customized layouts for measuring many types of media or components.

Precision in Validation

CeTaQ’s Glass Reference Boards and Components, also known as Validation or Reference Boards, are essential tools in the realm of Surface Mount Technology. These gauge boards are specifically designed to minimize variation, provide accuracy, and reliability for reference measurements, playing a critical role in validating and optimizing SMT processes.

SPI Validation: Ensuring Accurate SMT Processes

Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) is a crucial inspection step early in the SMT production line. CeTaQ’s Glass Reference Boards are expertly designed and built to support SPI systems, offering precise measurements of key process parameters like x-y position, area, height, and volume, of solder paste deposits.

Key Features:

  • Three-Dimensional Structured Glass: The core of these reference boards is a meticulously designed three-dimensional structured glass substrate, offering an accurate representation of typical printed SMT production boards.
  • Chromium-Coated Surface: The glass surface is roughened and coated with a chromium layer, ensuring it reflects the full light spectrum and accurately mimics solder paste deposits for SPI systems.
  • Durable and Easy to Handle: Encased in an aluminum carrier, the boards are not only durable but also easy to handle within the sometimes rugged SMT production environment.

Applications:

  • Process Control and Quality Improvement: These boards are crucial for direct process control, helping identify and rectify solder paste application errors. They play a pivotal role in enhancing overall production quality.
  • SPI System Validation: Specifically designed for investigating SPI system measurement capability, they ensure that the systems provide accurate and reliable data.
  • Industry 4.0 Relevance: In the era of smart manufacturing, these boards aid in extracting process-relevant data, contributing to the improvement and innovation in SMT processes.

Impact on the Manufacturing Process:

  • Enhanced Accuracy: By providing a reliable reference, these boards ensure that the SPI systems’ measurements are precise, leading to improved quality in solder paste printing.
  • Error Detection and Correction: Their use enables early detection of issues like stencil contamination, allowing for timely corrective actions.
  • Adaptation and Feedback Integration: The boards facilitate the integration of accurate SPI data into the printing process for real-time adjustments, further improving the SMT line’s efficiency and quality.

Innovation and Continuous Development

CeTaQ continuously evolves its products based on new findings and requirements from their measurement services. This commitment to innovation ensures that their Glass Reference Boards remain at the forefront of SMT process validation technology.

Transforming SMT Quality Assurance with Precision

CeTaQ’s Glass Reference Boards and Components are indispensable for any SMT production line looking to maintain the highest standards of precision and quality. They provide an accurate benchmark for SPI systems, ensuring that each step of the SMT process is optimized for the best possible output. In an industry where accuracy is paramount, these boards serve as a foundation of trust and reliability in manufacturing quality.