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NPM D 3 A Chip Mounter

Panasonic NPM D 3 A Chip Mounter family
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NPM D 3 A Chip Mounter — Inventory photo
Fig. 01NPM D 3 A Chip MounterInventory photo[1]

Performance

±37μm / chip; ±30μm / chip[3]

Optics

NM-EJM4D[4]

What it is

The NPM-D3A is a dual-beam high-volume placer designed for high-speed, high-precision placement of electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs).[2][4]

How it works

The NPM-D3A adopts a dual placement method with two independent placement heads that operate simultaneously, achieving fully independent placement on each beam.[2]

Where it fits in the process flow

The machine can be linked with other NPM series mounters and supports line process control (LPC) for monitoring and coordinating multiple machines in a line.[2]

Applications

The NPM-D3A is used in high-speed, high-volume SMT assembly applications across industries such as automotive, industrial, and medical electronics.[4]

The machine places a wide component range from 0402-size chips up to components measuring 100 mm by 90 mm by 28 mm, including large connectors, odd-shaped components, and advanced packaging types like package-on-package (PoP).[3][4]

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Power & electrical1

Electric source
3-phase AC 200, 220, 380, 400, 420, 480 V 2.7 kVA[4]
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Wafer handling1

PCB transfer lane
Single/Dual[3]
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Optics & imaging2

SKU
NM-EJM4D[4]
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Model No.
NM-EJM6E[4]
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Performance2

Product description
Production Modular for High-Speed, High-Precision Mounting[2]
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Placement head placement accuracy (Cpk≧1)
±37μm / chip; ±30μm / chip[3]
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Dimensions & facilities6

PCB dimensions, dual lane mode
L 50 mm × W 50 mm ~ L 510 mm × W 300 mm[3]
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PCB dimensions, single lane mode
L 50 mm × W 50 mm ~ L 510 mm × W 590 mm[3]
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Component dimensions
0402chip ~ L 100 × W 90 × T 28[3]
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Maximum number of components supply
68 (Tape Width: 4 mm, 8 mm calculation)[3]
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Dimensions
W 832 × D 2,652 × H 1,444 mm[4]
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Mass
1,680 kg[4]
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Configuration & options8

Model designation
NPM-D3A[2]
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Placement head
16 / 8 / 2[3]
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Placement head max speed
46 000 cph (0.078 s / chip); 38 000 cph (0.095 s / chip)[3]
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Component supply
Taping/Stick/Tray[3]
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Model ID
NPM-D3A[4]
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PCB exchange time, dual-lane mode
0 s[4]
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PCB exchange time, single-lane mode
3.6 s[4]
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Pneumatic source
0.5 MPa, 100 L /min (A.N.R.)[4]
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What does it need to run?

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  • Electric source3-phase AC 200, 220, 380, 400, 420, 480 V 2.7 kVA[4]

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Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum placement speed of the NPM-D3A?

With the 16-nozzle head, the maximum speed is 46,000 cph (0.078 s/chip). With the 8-nozzle head, the maximum speed is 38,000 cph (0.095 s/chip).[3]

What placement accuracy does the NPM-D3A achieve?

Placement accuracy at Cpk≥1 is ±37 μm for the 16-nozzle head and ±30 μm for the 8-nozzle head.[3]

What PCB sizes does the NPM-D3A support?

In dual-lane mode, PCB dimensions from 50 mm by 50 mm up to 510 mm by 300 mm are supported. In single-lane mode, dimensions from 50 mm by 50 mm up to 510 mm by 590 mm are supported.[3]

What is the physical dimensions and mass of the NPM-D3A?

The main body dimensions are 832 mm wide by 2,652 mm deep (including feeder cart) by 1,444 mm high, with a mass of 1,680 kg for the main body alone.[4]

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  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the NPM D 3 A Chip Mounter are on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the NPM D 3 A Chip Mounter are on record.

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  1. [1]Inventory photo
  2. [2]connect.panasonic.com — connect.panasonic.comconnect.panasonic.com
  3. [3]connect.panasonic.com — connect.panasonic.comconnect.panasonic.com
  4. [4]connect.na.panasonic.com — connect.na.panasonic.comconnect.na.panasonic.com
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