User Manual

Operation 4-1
4 Operation
? NOTE Section 3 – Safety must be read along with this section before operating
the system.
Overview
The C-718SMT is an in-line, conveyorized dispensing system that supports mid-range SMT
lines. Typically, dispensing processes involve each of the critical operations listed below.
The way in which each is accomplished may vary, depending upon system configuration.
Theory of Operation
In this theory of operation, all configurations are considered and included. However, your
detailed system operation may vary slightly, depending on the selected fluid pump and
options.
During operational setup, using SMEMA handshakes, the part enters the system, moves to
the pre-dispense zone, moves to the dispense zone, then exits the system. During production,
the dispensing head is controlled by the Fluidmove software. Dispensing programs are
created using Fluidmove. The vision system, height sensor, and needle sensor (option) work
with the software to provide high-quality dispensing performance. During dispensing, the
fluid is forced pneumatically into the pump from the syringe, can be heated, then exits
through the nozzle or needle. The pump actions are controlled by Fluidmove, and the
heating is controlled by the temperature controller.
For more information on the fluid pump or Fluidmove software, see Section 1 – Getting
Started. For more information on the vision system, height sensor, needle sensor and needle
heater, see Section 9 – Vision System through Section 12 – Needle Heater in this manual.