Patent ID: 6039526
Filing Date: 2000-03-21
Classification: H05K,Y10T

Abstract:
An automatic plug pulling machine for IC tubes comprising:a rack for placing integrated circuit tubes thereon;said rack having a plurality of movable robotic arms;means to move said movable robotic arms;a plurality of platforms having at least a first and a second platform adjacent to said rack;a means to move said second platform;a plurality of movable clamps which can be positioned over said platforms;a means to move said movable clamps;a first plug pusher disposed underneath said first platform;a means to move said first plug pusher;a second plug pusher disposed above said first platform;a means to actuate said second plug pusher;means to collect plug removed with said plug pushers;means to displace unplugged said IC tube from said platforms; andmeans to collect said unplugged IC tube.