c 8th Generation Automated Programming Solution Makes European Debut at NEW 2011

BPM Microsystems’ 3800 is a fine-pitch automated device programmer that combines 8th Generation universal device support, BPM Microsystems’ unrivaled Vector Engine Co-Processor® technology, and on-the-fly vision centering all in a single platform. The model 3800 is designed to program microcontrollers, high density flash memory, E/EPROM and other device technologies with densities up to an 8 Eb theoretical limit. It also supports very low voltage devices down to 0.7 (Vdd).

BPM Microsystems’ Vector Engine Co-Processor hardware accelerates waveforms during the programming cycle. Faster speeds are achieved through synchronous operations that eliminate the dead times so the device under test no longer waits for the programmer. The result is programming near the theoretical limits of the silicon design — the faster the device, the faster the device is programmed.

The model 3800 uses the same proven robust design as BPM Microsystems’ 3000 series device handling system. Integrated into the model 3800 is the LaserAlignTM sensor from CyberOptics® which demonstrates repeatable pick-and-place accuracy, high performance and little operator involvement from job teaching to device placement. The programmer also offers flexible options for input and output media with choices of tube, tray or tape.

Ideal for mid to high-volume production, the model 3800 can utilize eight to 16 socket cards and is compatible with Flashstream® socket cards. More economical and efficient than competitors' gang cards that are soldered to a common printed circuit board, BPM Microsystems' socket cards can be optimized and replaced individually without dramatically affecting programming capacity.