NX 16

The Ismeca NX 16 is a high-speed, turret-style automated handler designed for final finishing processes in semiconductor manufacturing. As a turret handler, it uses a rotating turret with multiple stations to perform sequential operations such as vision inspection, electrical testing, marking, and tape-and-reel packaging on singulated devices.

Process stations on the turret include device orientation, test contacting (with Kelvin or non-Kelvin options), electrical testing for discrete devices, LED optical test at ambient or 85°C, laser marking, six-side vision inspection, bulk sorting, and tube sorting. The handler can be configured in multiple frames (2- or 3-frame) depending on the number of process modules required.^[1]

Devices are fed into the handler from input sources such as bowls, tubes, or multi-track feeders. After processing, the handler outputs to tape and reel (with optional auto reel changer), tubes, or bulk sort. The system includes native vision inspection capabilities for 2D, 5S, 3D, mark, surface, color, in-tape, and code reading.^[1]

Process applications include electrical testing of discrete devices, LED optical testing (ambient and at 85°C), laser marking, and comprehensive vision inspection (including surface, color, and in-tape inspection). The handler can also perform Kelvin contacting for accurate low-resistance measurements and supports clamping test solutions for small devices.^[1]