Traceability Pad
The Traceability pad functions as a printed circuit board (WIP) identifier in high
volume electronic PCB manufacturing. Each pad contains a unique code number,
supplied already laser etched onto its surface, in a 2D matrix format. The code
number is easily read by commercially available optical scanners, such as Microscan
EZ Quadrus (see www.microscan.com). In the course of the customer’s PCB
manufacturing process, the traceability pad is picked and placed alongside other
components onto the application PCB and is solder reflowed. Each PCB thereby
gains a unique identification allowing the traceability data of all other components
contained on the populated PCB to be logged against the unique traceability code
number. Further on in the manufacturing process, the PCB identifier can be
incorporated into the identification of the final assembled device.
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Module ID
Features
Benefits
Nickel Silver material
Good contrast of laser etched code
Allows reflow onto application PCB
Unique code number for each Pad
2D matrix code is open standard
Provides unambiguous identification
No investment needed to write code
No licence issues
Scanner readers are widely available
and affordable
mm
Tape & Reel Packaged
Small dimensions
Allows automated pick and place on
standard chip shooters
Can operate in high speed lines
Fully automated product traceability
within the production process
Uses minimal real estate
Can be used in the smallest of PCB
applications
Markets and Applications
Application area is very broad, encompassing high volume
PCB assembly. Suggested markets include:
Telecommunication
– Mobile phone handset
– Handset accessories
General Consumer
– Digital camera, portable stereo, MP3 players,
– TV, DVD, Video, Stereo
– PC/accessories, printers, scanners
– Car audio, mobile navigation and telematic devices
Other Markets
– Electronic Medical devices
– Small hand held devices, PDA’s, pocket data
terminals