GTAz range for 3D and 2D inspection on show at Apex 2017

The GTAz delivers true Stereoscopic imaging using its 9 high speed (90Fps) CameraLink cameras operating in full 24 bit colour. 

This new generation optical head precludes the need for external capture cards. Full colour 3D enables the user to actually see the side of components rather than extruded 2D images from single camera systems. The result is a combination of the 2D fast programming advantages and 3D features such as verification of body height, tilt and coplanarity, pin height and solder meniscus profile analysis in addition to component presence/absence, polarity, value, angle, offset, colour, extra part detection, solder ball detection and short detection.

Stereoscopic 3D imaging is achieved utilising the full nine cameras of the GTAz. In the case of chips, for example, the height measurement of chip capacitors in combination with colour analysis produces a more reliable inspection of the chip capacitors value.

Line Sourced DOAL (Direct On Axis Lighting) coaxial lighting with high resolution Telecentric Optics enables the inspection of solder joints without shadow effects from tall components nearby, as well as accurate inspection model building. Omnidirectional multi angle, multi colour LED lighting provides optimal illumination regardless of component direction.

Mek’s flagship PowerSpector AOI featuring the GTAz head stands out in situations where production quality is the top priority. The PowerSpector series is available in Desktop, Inline and Dual Inline AOI in an 18 camera, top/bottom configuration for simultaneous inspection. Simultaneous Top/Bottom inspection delivers a huge efficiency and speed boost in both inline and island configurations.

The SpectorBOX GTAz modular AOI can be used for bottom up/top down inspection of THT solder joints and the detection of solder bridges and solder balls. Component clearance over 5”, a 3” Z-Axis and nine cameras per module allow for maximum THT versatility.

Also on display will be the Mek iSpector, a desktop AOI solution with defect coverage. The iSpector is an entry level machine for manufacturers requiring high-quality AOI with a low price tag. Providing a rapid, repeatable inspection process at an affordable cost, it’s a plug-and-play installation with iMentor online training and is exceptionally easy-to-program.