I got a PnP Machine - Page 1
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author: sambran
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: December 25, 2017, 11:22:26 pm
content: I just finished setting up a pick and place machine and reflow oven I purchased at an online auction. I don't really need it, I came across the listing right after I had a frustrating ordeal with an assembly house.Now that I have it I plan to load it with jellybean components and shorten the assembly process for prototypes (overkill, I know). Perhaps in the future I'll use it for small runs.What I got:APS NOVASTAR (now DDM Novastar) L40 Pick and Place machineThis came with:- Computer and monitor- Five Feeders (2x8mm, 2x12mm 1x16mm)- Two bank feeders- One vibrating tube feeder- A few cut tape holders- Nozzle holder and 6 nozzlesGF-12HC-HT Reflow ovenOKi (Metcal) BVX-200 fume extractorUnfortunately, I'll be travailing and I don't have any current projects that require assembly so it might be a few months before I can properly play with my new toys.

author: DerekG
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 26, 2017, 01:02:45 am
content: How much did you pay for it at auction?

author: sambran
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: December 26, 2017, 03:03:45 am
content: PnP was 150 USD, reflow was 230 USD. After fees the total was 504 USD.

author: DerekG
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 26, 2017, 04:13:08 am
content: A bargain if you can get it all to work. What is the finest pitch pad spacing that it can handle?

author: rx8pilot
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 26, 2017, 04:26:05 am
content: The Novastar line focuses on prototype and short runs. My guess is that if you get it to work, it should be useful for occasional use and proto work.Good luck.Short and misplld from my mobile......

author: pieman103021
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: December 26, 2017, 06:43:31 am
content: Quote from: sambran on December 26, 2017, 03:03:45 amNothing you can complain about there, that's just a great deal. Mind if I ask what action site you found it on?

author: sambran
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: December 26, 2017, 12:00:18 pm
content: Quote from: DerekG on December 26, 2017, 04:13:08 amSeems to be working. From theDataseetit can either do 0.635mm or 0.381mm depending on options, i'm not sure which option I received. I got the machine with some reels still loaded on the feeders, some were 0201.Quote from: pieman103021 on December 26, 2017, 06:43:31 amDefinitely nothing to complain about.I got it from Equipnet.Listing 1,Listing 2.

author: jmelson
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 29, 2017, 09:34:07 pm
content: Quote from: sambran on December 26, 2017, 03:03:45 amYour prices are astonishing! I thought I got a GOOD DEAL when I paid $3600 for a used Philips P&P machine! But, I did get a pallet load of feeders with mine, and that is where you can have a problem if you don't get enough with the initial purchase. I've got over 50 8mm feeders and about a dozen larger sizes.Jon

author: Scrts
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: January 10, 2018, 07:05:34 pm
content: Quote from: sambran on December 25, 2017, 11:22:26 pmIs there a common auction page or it was a specific for that one only?

author: sambran
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: January 21, 2018, 10:09:01 pm
content: Quote from: Scrts on January 10, 2018, 07:05:34 pmI'm not sure I completely understand your question.This was from a timed auction on NOV 28-30, 2017 titled "Reliability Testing, Processing and Support Equipment Warehouse Relocation Sale".

author: Terry01
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: January 21, 2018, 10:23:51 pm
content: Funny as hell!!Most people get a new multi meter or something as an impulse buy.....your impulse buy was delivered on a couple of pallets in the back of a lorry and needs it's own room in the house!