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Z-Axis Compliant Pin Technology Overview |
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A primary benefit of the SMT Z-Axis Compliant Pin is its ability to hold a strong, accurate connection under extreme temperature changes. Its Z-Axis (axial) compliancy is designed to compensate for thermal expansion and contraction.
As temperatures cause boards to shift, the pin compensates for separation, and holds a stronger, more dependable connection. The pin's unique, flexible center-frame design actually expands or contracts in response to changes in board orientation.
Uniquely designed for production in a continuous reel format, the SMT Z-Axis Compliant Pin optimizes automation, and with the Surf-Shooter SMT Feeder System, allows precision placement while using existing pick and place equipment. Z-Axis Compliant Pins can be placed on 0.100" x 0.120" on-center applications, making them ideal for parallel stacking applications.
Zierick designed the Z-Axis Pin to take advantage of capillary action, a process in which a more complete, more stable solder connection is established, providing superior joint strength and more reliably perpendicular pins. The Z-Axis Pins are manufactured using 0.012" (0.30mm) thick Copper, and feature a 100% Tin over Copper finish.
Benefits
Zierick’s SMT Z-Axis Compliant Pin:
Increases PCB design flexibility.
- Compensates for thermal expansion and contraction through axial compliancy
- Consumes minimal real estate
Optimizes automation.
- Uses existing placement equipment with a Zierick Surf-Shooter SMT Feeder
- Enables the random placement of individual pins
- Allows for pin placement on 0.100" x 0.120"
on-center applications
Allows for a better connection.
- Maximizes solder joint strength through utilization of capillary action
- Ensures that pins are reliably perpendicular
- Enhances geographical stability with high locational tolerances
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