Contac S4 Standard Operating procedure (SOP)

Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Splash goggles protect the wearer's eyes Chemical-resistant gloves protect the
against chemicals, dust, and splinters. hands against immediate skin contact
with hazardous substances.
Protective gloves protect the hands
against friction, abrasions, puncture
hazards and deep cuts as well as when
touching hot surfaces.

Potential hazards
1. The liquid in tank 1 is heated to approximately 55 °C and can cause
burns in case of skin contact
2. Touching energized parts causes a direct danger to life by electrical
shock. Damage to the insulation or damaged individual parts can be
dangerous to life.
3. Contact with the chemicals can cause serious damage to health:
inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, and ingestion.
4. Inhalation of the resulting fumes can cause health damage.
5. The motorized frame moves during the through-hole plating process and can cause crushing injuries.
6. The cover at the top of the system is made of safety glass. Damage to the glass produces splinters that can cause
cutting injuries.
7. Hoses and cables are routed to the system. If the hoses and cables are laid inappropriately they pose a tripping
hazard for the operating personnel.
8. Spilled or leaked liquid constitutes a slipping hazard for the operating personnel.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS

1. Allow only qualified personnel to use the system/product.
2. Always read the safety data sheets before working with chemicals and always observe the instructions given
therein.
3. Always wear your personal protective equipment.
4. Work in well-ventilated rooms.
5. Avoid direct contact with the chemicals.
6. Take off clothes that are contaminated with chemicals immediately.
7. Wash your hands thoroughly after work.
8. Work only in rooms with an air change rate of at least 4/h.
9. Do not grasp the motorized frame during through-hole plating.
10. Always ensure that the hoses and cables do not pose a tripping hazard.
11. Properly dispose chemicals after use (contact chemical disposal team for assistance).

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 POTENTIAL HAZARDS

Hot elements, surfaces Burns

Electricity Eye injuries

Toxic fumes Environmentally hazardous

chemicals

Irritant chemicals Corrosive Chemicals

Operation
1. Fill each tank with the appropriate material in the following order:
- Fill tank 1 with Cleaner 110
- Fill tank 2 with Cleaner 210
- Fill tank 4 with ViaCleaner Part 1 (four bottles 1l each) into the 5l jerry can included in the delivery.
Fill ViaCleaner Part 2 into the 5l jerry can.
- Fill tank 5 with Copper Plater 400 up to the mark. Add 40 ml of Shine 410. Put the floating balls into
tank 5.
- Fill tank 6 with Electroless Tin Liquid up to the mark.
- Fill tank 3 with Activator 310 up to the mark. Ensure to shake it for one minute beforehand.
2. Turn on the system.
3. Follow the instructions and timings displayed on the device.

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 Drainage
The system has six tanks for the individual phases of the through-hole plating process. The chemicals in the tank can
be drained via drain valves inside the system. The drain valves area accessible behind a cover on the front of the
system. The system contains the following tanks 6 tanks with difference chemicals listed in the table below. The
used product waste code is listed for each chemical. For more information regarding the chemicals, please refer to
each chemicals Safety Data Sheet. Contact the chemical disposal team for assistance.

Tank Chemical Classification (Used Product Waste Code)

1 Cleaner 110 200129 – Detergents containing hazardous substances; hazardous waste
2 Cleaner 210 200129 – Detergents containing hazardous substances; hazardous waste
3 Activator 310 080313 – Wastes from MFSU of printing inks; waste ink other than those
mentioned in 080312
4 ViaCleaner Parts 1 & 2 060101 – Wastes from the manufacture, formulation, supply and use
(MFSU) of acids; sulphuric acid and sulphurous acid; hazardous waste
160506 – Gases in pressure containers and discarded chemicals;
laboratory chemicals, consisting of or containing hazardous substances,
including mixtures of laboratory chemicals; hazardous waste.
5 Copper Plater 400 060101 – Wastes from the manufacture, formulation, supply and use
(MFSU) of acids; sulphuric acid and sulphurous acid; hazardous waste
6 Electroless Tin Liquid 110198 – Wastes from chemical surface treatment and coating of metals
and other materials (for example galvanic process, zinc coating processes,
pickling processes , etching, phosphating, alkaline degreasing, anodizing);
ither wastes containing hazardous substances; hazardous waste.

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 LPKF Convection oven Operating procedure (SOP)
Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Approved safety glasses must be worn at all times.

Wear heat-resistant gloves when inserting and removing the multilayer from the
press

Potential hazards
• Skin contact with heated PCBs oror convection oven can cause skin burns.

Safety steps:
• Caution: wear your personal protective equipment during work.
• Caution: avoid skin contact with heated PCB and convection oven.

Operation:
1. Predyring procedure:
a. Preheat the oven until internal temperature reaches 80 degrees Celsius
b. Place the PCB into the oven for 10 minutes
c. Remove the PCB from the oven
d. Turn off the oven
2. Postcuring procedure:
a. Preheat the oven until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Celsius
b. Place the PCB into the oven for 30 minutes
c. Remove the PCB from the oven
d. Turn off the oven

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 e.

LPKF MultiPress S Standard Operating procedure (SOP)

Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Wear heat-resistant gloves when inserting and removing the multilayer from the press
Wear protective gloves during maintenance and cleaning work as Hydraulic fluid can
cause skin and eye injury.

Potential hazards
9. Risk of fire:
a. Position machine such that at least 15 cm of free space are
available on all sides.
b. Do not deposit any objects on or under the machine.
c. Make sure that no objects can fall into the machine.
d. Deposit hot materials only on incombustible surfaces.
10. Risk of burns: When inserting and removing the multilayer from the
press
11. Health hazard: Hydraulic fluid can cause skin and eye injury during maintenance and cleaning.
12. Environmental hazard: Hydraulic fluid is environmentally hazardous. Collect/absorb spilt hydraulic oil and
dispose of it properly.
13. Risk of injury: The Automatic and manual hydraulic pump Under high pressure standing leaky fittings can
solve uncontrollably. Spouting hydraulic oil can cause eye and skin.
14. Risk of crushing: During pumping the pumping lever is lowered down to the carrying handle. This may result
in limbs being crushed between the lever and the carrying handle. During pumping, do not hold the hand
pump on the carrying handle.

Safety steps:
15. Only operate the machine if you are trained on how to use it.
16. Use the machine only in accordance with its designated use
17. Before switching on the machine and during operation, make sure that nobody can be put at risk by the
running machine.
18. Use the machine only in perfect condition Prior to each use, perform a visual inspection. Look out for
damaged cables and hoses.
19. Perform regular maintenance work.
20. Do not deactivate the function of protective devices, do not bypass or bridge them.
21. The necessary personal protective equipment for the operation, maintenance and repair work must be
available at any time and used.
22. Repairs should be carried out by personnel authorized by LPKF only.

Operation:
3. Switching on the machine

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 a. Make sure, that the coupling nut on the hydraulic connection of the pump is fastened hand sturdy.
b. Switch the main switch on the rear of the MultiPress S to the position I.
4. Operate the control using the selection keys: The press profiles are selected and programmed by means of
the selection keys on the menu-controlled LCD display.
5. Set the basic functions: Select the desired entry to edit from setup entry under the main menu.
6. Select and edit the press profile: To start a program or to change the parameters of a press profile, first the
desired press profile must be selected.
7. Start the program with following stages:
a. The preheating stage: preheating stage can be switched on automatically when the MultiPress Sis
switched on and/or started manually.
b. The pressing stages: The press process is started with the prepressing stage. Note that when using
the MultiPress S with hand pump.
c. Cooling the press system manually: In order to cool the press system quickly to the ambient
temperature, for example after a program cancel, the fan can be switched on manually.
8. Load the press system: To load the press system, the materials to be pressed must be prepared and
assembled in the press mold.
a. Preparing the materials: The multilayer materials and consumables must be cleaned and heat-
treated prior to processing.
b. Assembling the multilayer in the press mold: that the materials must be aligned on the fiducial pins,
in order to ensure exact alignment and uniform pressure distribution.
c. Inserting press mold into press system: After the preheating stage, the MultiPress S will prompt you
by an acoustic signal and a display message to insert the multilayer.
d. Removing the multilayer: The multilayer should not be removed from the press system until the
cooling is finished. If removed prematurely, this can result in air inclusions and material distortion.
Therefore, the press process must not be interrupted and continued later. Remove the multilayer
only in case of emergency before the cooling stage is complete.
9. Operating the automatic hydraulic pump: The automatic hydraulic pump is controlled by the MultiPress S.
Pressure build-up and control have been integrated in the program sequences and are carried out fully
automatically.
10. Operating the hand pump:
a. To build up the pressure: close the pressure relief valve, rotate the handwheel clockwise as far as it
will go.
b. To lower down the pressure: open the pressure relief valve by rotate the handwheel slowly counter
clockwise and close the pressure relief valve when the desired pressure is displayed on the
manometer.
11. Switching the machine off: Before switching the machine off at the main switch, make sure that the system
is depressurized.

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 LPKF UV-exposer Standard Operating procedure (SOP)
Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Approved safety glasses must be worn at all times.

Potential hazards
• Eye Contact Can Irritate the eyes and mucous membranes with burning and tears and can also cause
impaired vision and serious eye damage.

Safety steps:
• Caution: Make sure that the solder-stop varnish/insertion varnish is dry and no longer tacky prior to the
exposure. (Before step 1)
• Caution: Make sure to check the congruence of film and layout. The film must lie flat without inclusions of
air! (Before step 3)
• Caution: Check once again the congruence of film and layout! (Before step 4)
• Caution: Make sure to observe the different exposure times for the ProMask process and the ProLegend
process. (Before step 4)

Operation:
12. Position the cooled printed circuit board in the exposure unit (see following figure).

13. Place the ProMask or ProLegend photographic mask with the printed side pointing downward in accordance
with the layout on the printed circuit board and align it along the lines provided (see following figure).

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 14. Close and lock the glass pane of the exposure unit.
15. Set the exposure times to the following values:
a. For ProMask an exposure time of 60 seconds.
b. For ProLegend an exposure time of 120 seconds.
16. Start the exposure.
17. After the appropriate exposure has expired, remove the printed circuit board and the photographic mask
from the exposure unit.
18. Remove the photographic mask.

• Note: When you are preparing a double-sided printed circuit board, repeat the process on the other side
of the printed circuit board.
• Note: The photographic mask can be used several times.

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 Premium Turbine Dust Collectors, Vacuum Cleaner: Standard Operating
Procedure (SOP)
Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Safety glasses must be worn at all Long and loose hair must be contained
times in work areas. or constrained.

Appropriate footwear must be worn. Close fitting, protective clothing or a

workshop apron is encouraged.

Hearing protection may be required for

some operations.

Potential hazards:
23. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose to excessive moisture, water or rain.
24. Use only on a grounded electrical circuit.
25. Keep all objects at least 6” away from the casing, especially the discharge grill.
26. Always turn system on/off switch to off and disconnect power prior to accessing unit,
replacing filters, or servicing motor(s).

Safety Guidelines
27. Ensure to use proper voltage as indicated on the system.

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 28. Do not install or operate the system in an enclosed space or against a wall. Unit may
overheat & shut down.
29. All filters must be in place whenever this machine is in operation.
30. Allow the unit to cool for 45 minutes before performing any service to the motor(s).
31. Do not kink hose or restrict airflow in any way.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS

1. Open the filter access door & lid and install the filters in the correct order if not installed
already. See the “Instruction & Maintenance Manual” for more info.
2. Connect the supplied hose (or optional arm) to the Quatro System.
3. connect the power cord to the unit and then to the power source. verify voltage before
connecting.
4. only use the power cord supplied with the equipment.
5. Always plug the unit directly into the wall outlet. Do not use extension cords or power bars.
6. The system is designed to be constantly powered (plugged in). The system will not function
correctly and may get damaged if power source is used to control the operation. See
“Controls” for more info.
7. Turn unit on & adjust the desired airflow using the knob (if equipped) or the arrow up and
down keys. Set airflow to lowest acceptable level to properly evacuate your equipment.

ENDING OPERATIONS AND CLEANING UP

8. Switch off the machine when work completed.

9. Refer to the instruction manual in case of filter replacement.
10. Leave the machine in a safe, clean and tidy state.

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 ProtoFlow S/N2 Standard Operating procedure (SOP)
Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Protective gloves protect the

ands against friction,
abrasions, puncture hazards
and deep cuts as well as when
touching hot surfaces.
Potential hazards:
1. Risk of burn
2. Mechanical hazards
3. Electrical hazards
4. Chemical hazards
5. Sensor stress
6. Manual handling of weight

Safety steps:
32. Only operate the machine if you are trained on how to use it.
33. Perform full visual inspection.
34. Area around the machine must be clean and tidy.
35. Environment in which the equipment is going to be used conforms to that specified in the manual.
36. Storing or consuming of food and beverages is forbidden.

How to use the machine:

1. Turn on the oven
2. Open the drawer
3. Adjust the PCB holder to the PCB dimensions
4. Close the drawer
5. Adjust the profile parameters
6. Insert the PCB (after the warm up phase is done)
7. Remove the PCB (after the cool down phase is done)

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 ProtoMat S104 Standard Operating procedure (SOP)
Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Protective gloves protect the

Respirator masks to protect
ands against friction,
against hazards from harmful
abrasions, puncture hazards
substances in ggases, vapors,
and deep cuts as well as when
and particles.
touching hot surfaces.

Appropriate footwear with substantial

uppers must be worn.

Potential hazards:
7. Risk of Injury by moving components
8. Risk of Injuries by pressurized components
9. Risk of electrical shock
10. Risk of burning by hot surface
11. Hazard by faulty extraction of materials or substances
12. Tripping hazard by hoses and cables

Safety steps:
1. The operator must inform himself about the effective industrial safety regulations and determine
additional hazards in a risk assessment that result from the special working conditions at the
system's/product's place of operation. The operator has to implement these in the form of operating
procedures for the operation of the system/product.
2. During the total operating life of the system/product, the operator has to check and ensure that the
established operating procedures comply with the current state of the rules and standards and adapt them,
if necessary.
3. The operator must define clear-cut responsibilities for installation, operation, trouble-shooting,
maintenance, and cleaning.
4. The operator must make sure that all persons who are working with the system/product have read and
understood this document. Furthermore, the personnel has to be trained and informed about the
dangers on a regular basis.
5. The operator has to provide the required personal protective equipment and instruct the personnel
to wear it.
6. The operator must instruct the personnel to maintain a clean and tidy workplace. Eating and
drinking at the workplace and especially while operating the system/product must not be
permitted.

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 How to operate the machine:
1. Turn on the machine, the button is located on the right side of the machine.
2. Close the cover of the machine
3. Open LPKF CircuitPro software
4. Open/create a project
5. Follow the steps of the Board Production Wizards.
6. Open the cover, and remove the copper plate.
7. Turn off the machine.

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 LPKF ProtoPlace® S Standard Operating procedure (SOP)
Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Safety glasses must be worn at all Long and loose hair must be contained
times in work areas. or constrained.

Appropriate footwear with substantial

uppers must be worn.

SAFETY NOTES
General
Before using the device carefully read this chapter on health and safety.
Familiarise yourself with potential risks and prescribed safety
precautions.

1. The device must be installed in accordance with the installation

instructions.
2. The device should only be used for its designated purpose.
3. A suitable working environment must be ensured.
4. The device may only be operated by qualified personnel.
5. Servicing can only be performed by authorised and qualified
personnel.
6. Ready access to the “User Manual” must be provided to all
device operators.

Hazards

In the event of direct contact with a damaged electric

ELECTRICAL installation; in the event of unauthorised intervention into a
HAZARDS dangerous area of the device under voltage (opening the
cover)
CHEMICAL Soldering pastes, cleansers and glues can contain dangerous
HAZARDS substances that are hazardous to health

SENSOR In the event of unsuitable general lighting of the area the

STRESS operator can experience an increase of sensor stress
Unsuitable work environment, unsuitable work space and
ERGONOMICS unsuitable working chair can cause hazardous effects to the
health of the device operator
MANUAL The eight of the device amounts to 25 - 35 kg; in the event of
HANDLING incorrect manual handling, spinal injuries can occur.

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 Safety measures
Before starting work a full visual inspection should be carried out. Special attention must be paid
to the state of the electrical installation (i.e. power cord). In the event of any defects or
malfunctions work may not begin before removing all faults!
It is of vital importance that the area around the device is maintained clean and tidy. A disorganised
work-place can cause occupational injuries (e.g. a person can fall, slip or incur an injury).
Please pay regard to the prescribed operational conditions! It is necessary to prevent any
contact with water, both in the form of jet or as water mist. The device also cannot be exposed
to a humid environment!
It is necessary to ensure regular supervision of the state of electrical equipment (el. leads,
connection). The electrical equipment must only be maintained by a qualified and authorised
person (by an electrician).
Cleaning and maintaining the device is only allowed when the power switch is turned off and
coincidental starting-up of the device has been prevented.
While performing work with the device, complete attention of the operator is required. A person,
who is feeling unwell, absent-minded, should not control the device!
It is only permitted to use additional equipment, which is in accordance with the requirements
of the manufacturer. The use of unsuitable equipment can cause additional danger and
perniciousness to the operator!
Repairs can only be performed by authorised servicemen, who will assure adequate safety of
the device after repair work!
It is forbidden to store or consume food and drinks at the work-place!
Smoking is forbidden!
It is necessary to take the instructions from safety certificates of individual substances into
account when using dangerous substances!

After completing work it is necessary to turn off and clean the device.

Prescribed personal protective equipment: antistatic clothing.

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 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Fixing of printed circuit boards

Single-sided and multi-sided printed circuit boards with

a thickness of 0.8 to 5 mm can be fixed to the fixing unit.
The left fixing lath is usually fixed on the far left side, and
the right - spring lath is moved across the profile slots
according to the width of printed circuit boards. This is
performed by unwinding the knobs, which are located in
all corners of the fixing laths. We can fix printed circuit
boards of various sizes to the fixing unit – up to format
A3 size (297 × 420 mm or 11.8” × 16.5”).

For larger circuit boards, 4 magnet supports and 4 sliding supports are available in the profile
slots. Magnet supports can be optionally shifted across the entire area of the table, while sliding
supports can only be moved within the profile slots.

Picking and placing

Picking and placing components is performed by using

the manipulator, with the help of a picking needle, which
we select according to the size and weight of the
component. In the basic menu, we choose the Place
function (left key on the keyboard), which enables manual
placing, »Man«, or semi-automatic, »Auto« placing. We
can pick components from cups on the turntable, which
are chosen manually by rotating the disc of the turntable,
or from tape slots of tape feeders, or from component
carriers of stick feeders or from an adequate tray. We
move the manipulator to its spot on the printed circuit
board and lay it on the precisely defined place according
to the selected method.
Exit from the »Place« menu is confirmed by the left
Back key.

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 Turntable rotation

In selecting a suitable cup, which is placed in the feeder

motorized turntable, we are assisted by the selection of
the »Turntable« function, which is available in both
placing methods. In both of the menus (»Man« in
»Auto«), the sub-menu, »Turntable« is available for
rotating the turntable, which we select by pressing the
upper key on the keyboard. With the function,
»Turntable« the cups rotate clockwise by pressing the
left key, »CW« on the keyboard, while by pressing the
right key, »CCW« on the keyboard they rotate in the
opposite direction. Turntable rotation stops by releasing the keys.

Exit from the menu »Turntable« is confirmed by pressing the lower key, »Back«.
In using the feeder turntable without the motorised drive, the turntable is rotated manually.

Needle placement

The components are picked with a picking needle, which

is placed on the vacuum axis of the manipulator. The
picking needle is chosen according to the size and
weight of the component. Usually a needle of 0.84 mm
in diameter (green color), or a needle of 1.37 mm in
diameter is used. With larger components, a vacuum
cap is used (3.2 or 9 mm in diameter), or we replace it
with a picking nozzle. The picking needle is placed on
the vacuum axis, pulled out with a gentle twist while the
rotating button is held with the other hand. The picking
nozzle is placed on the vacuum axis in such a way that we replace the needle carrier with it. The
needle carrier is removed from the axis by unscrewing the socket hex pin and gently pulling it
down. In its place we put the picking nozzle and attach it to the Z axis with the socket hex pin.

Pneumatic settings
For different weights or sizes of components, we use,
besides different needle thicknesses, different vacuum
volumes, which are set in the right part of the placer with
the button, »pick vacuum«. For heavier components
we require stronger vacuum (a louder sound coming
from the silencer on the ejector can be heard). Stronger
vacuum is achieved by rotating the knob in the counter-
clockwise direction.

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 Manual placing
The basic manual placing can be performed in at least two different ways. For uncomplicated
components, such as resistors, capacitors, integrated circuit boards with small number of leads
and large pitch, we can use the basic placing method; on the other hand, for more complicated
components, we recommend working with the advanced automatic method.

Basic method

With the right key on the keyboard in the basic placing

menu, »Place« we select manual, »Man« placing. With
manual placing, the vacuum is turned on by pressing the
needle on the body of the component, which we wish to
pick, and is present until the component is placed in the
desired position. The component is gently pressed onto
the placing area, which consequently turns the vacuum
off. Vacuum is again turned on by a further press of the
needle on the component.

With manual placing, the function, »Turntable« enables us to select a suitable cup from the
turntable. In the »Turntable« function, manual pick and place operation is also possible. The
function, »Back« takes us back to the previous menu.

Identical manual placing is also possible in the submenu, »Turntable«, which enables the picking and
placing of components and rotating of turntable at the same time.

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 At any time, when axes are blocked, we can simply
release the brakes with the function »BrakeOFF«.
Vacuum on the needle remains turned on and we can
try to position the component again.
The maximum travel of the cylinder for automatic placing
along the Z axis is 4.5 mm.
When, during the function of automatic placing, we
incorrectly set the height of the travel in such manner

that it is higher than 4.5 mm, the component cannot touch the circuit board, the vacuum consequently does
not release the component, and the operation of the manipulator is blocked. In this case, by using the
»Back« function, we simply return to the previous menu, unblock the axes by selecting the »BrakeOFF«
function and repeat the whole procedure of setting the height of the travel. Vacuum on the needle remains
turned on

With manual placing, the function, »Turntable« enables us to select a suitable cup from the
turntable. In the »Turntable« function, manual pick and place operation is also possible. The
»Back« function takes us back to the previous

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 Dispensing

The dispenser is a unit, which enables dispensing of

soldering pastes, glues and washers. The unit is
removable and is placed on the manipulator only during
use. We place the cartridge adapter with the connecting
tube on the cartridge. The cartridge carrier is put on from
the left side of the manipulator groove towards the stop,
the cartridge is inserted in the seating and the connecting
tube is connected to the connection on the rear of the
manipulator. We can also use the foot switch for
dispensing.
Dispensing is useful for creating a prototype by
soldering pastes or glues. The function of dispensing is
selected in such a way that we choose the function,
»Dispense« in the basic menu with the upper key on the
keyboard. We can choose two methods of dispensing:
manual (»Man«) or automatic (»Auto«) dispensing.
Both methods are suitable for soldering pastes and
glue. Both methods use the foot switch for activating the
function; this is rarely done by pressing down the
manipulator.
For soldering pastes we often use dosing needles of 0.51, 0.58 and 0.69 mm in diameter,
although the diameter of a dosing needle greatly depends on the characteristics of the soldering
paste, its viscosity and temperature of the working place. The characteristics of the soldering
paste are prescribed by its manufacturer. With glues, we use dosing needles of 0.32, 0.51 and
0.58 mm in diameter. In this case the diameter of the dosing needle also depends on the
characteristics of the glue, which are prescribed by its manufacturer.

Manual dispensing

Manual dispensing is used when we are presented with

a great number of variously sized soldering pads that do
not follow each other in a certain sequence. With manual
dispensing, the dispensing medium leaks out of the
cartridge for the duration of time, which is equal to the
time the switch is pressed. When the switch is released
the leaking from the cartridge stops.
The dosing needle is screwed into the cartridge. The
height of the dispensing needle is set to the level of the
picking needle, or so that it touches the printed circuit
board.
In the »Dispense« menu we choose the sub-menu,
»Man« with the left key on the keyboard. The suitable
pressure for dispensing is set by the pressure regulator
knob, which is located beside the manometer. If we want
to increase the pressure, we rotate the knob clockwise
and usually set it between 2 and 3 bar

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 LPKF ProtoPrint® S Standard Operating procedure (SOP)
Cautions
DO NOT use this machine unless you are properly trained and experienced

Safety glasses must be worn at all times in

work areas.

Appropriate footwear with substantial

uppers must be worn.

Protective gloves protect the hands against

friction, abrasions, puncture hazards and deep
cuts as well as when touching hot surfaces.

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SAFETY NOTES
General
Before using the device carefully read this chapter on health and safety. Familiarise yourself with potential risks and prescribed
safety precautions.

7. The device must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions.

8. The device should only be used for its designated purpose.
9. A suitable working environment must be ensured.
10. The device may only be operated by qualified personnel.
11. Servicing can only be performed by authorised and qualified personnel.
12. Ready access to the “User Manual” must be provided to all device operators.

Hazards

CHEMICAL Soldering pastes, cleansers and glues can contain dangerous

HAZARDS substances that are hazardous to health

SENSOR In the event of unsuitable general lighting of the area the

STRESS operator can experience an increase of sensor stress

MANUAL The eight of the device amounts to 25 - 35 kg; in the event of

HANDLING incorrect manual handling, spinal injuries can occur.

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Safety measures
Before operating the device a full visual inspection should be carried out. In the event of any
defects or malfunctions work may not begin before removing all faults!
It is of vital importance that the area around the device is maintained clean and tidy. A disorganised
work-place can cause occupational injuries (e.g. a person can fall, slip or incur an injury)..

Please ensure that the environment in which the equipment is going to be used conforms to that
specified in this document.
While working with the device, complete attention of the operator is required. A person, who is
feeling unwell or is having difficulties concentrating, should not operate the device!
Only equipment, which has been approved by LPKF, can be used in conjunction with the device.
The use of unsuitable equipment could endanger the operator!

Repairs can only be performed by authorised service personnel. This personnel should ensure
that the safety of the equipment is not compromised by the repair.
The storing or consuming of food and beverages in the work area is forbidden!
Smoking is forbidden!
When using hazardous substances, safety data sheet instructions and advice should be followed!
Recommended personal protective equipment: protective gloves.

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Instructions for USE
fixing of printed circuit boards

Lay the PCB to the centre of the printing table.

Clamp it:
• between the holding pins which should be positioned in an “L” shape or
• on two or more holding pins placed into the mounting holes (diameter 3mm) on the
PCB or
• between edge positioning magnetic supports.
When the holding pins are positioned, put the supporting pins under the PCB.

Place the test print screen over the PCB.

• To fix it use the holes located on the printing table.
• Check the test print screen for any residues of previous printing (soldering pastes).
Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in isopropyl alcohol.

clamping the stencil

Push the printing table with the placed PCB and test screen to the print position, between
support frames.

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 Mount the stencil frame with the attached stencil to the adjustable support frames.

Warning!
Do not fix the frame.

use the elevating/release lever to bring the PCB and test screen into contact with the
stencil.

Roughly adjust the stencil frame over the PCB and test
screen. Match cut shapes on the stencil with pads on
the PCB. Lift up the frame.

Fix the stencil frame with the toggle clamps.

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 3.1 Process of test printing

Apply solder paste; follow steps 1 to 6.

1.
Apply solder paste to the stencil using a spade-blade.

Solder paste must be well mixed before applying.

2.
Dispose solder paste on the top of the pattern.

3.
Pay attention to put on enough solder paste.

4.
Print the Pad footprints on the test screen.
• Take the squeegee with your hand.
• Hold it up at an angle of approximately 45°.

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 5.
Hold down the squeegee and pull it over the stencil.

Solder paste must roll under the squeegee.

6.
Take off the squeegee, lift the frame and check the
footprint.

The stencil under the pattern must be completely clean.

Precise adjustment

Separate the PCB and test screen from the framed stencil, using the elevating/release
lever.
Slow snap-off provides superb printing results.

Pull out the printing table.

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 Align the PCB under the transparent test screen to
accurately match orientation of the printed solder paste
pattern with micro moving printing table in X, y directions
and rotation, using adjusting knobs located at the edge
of the printing table.

Pad footprints after printing. Pad footprints after adjusting.

Clean the test print screen with soft a cloth, moistened

in isopropyl alcohol.

Warning!
Attention, follow the manufacturer instructions for each individual substance.

Remove the test print screen from the printing table.

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Process of printing

1.
Push the printing table with the positioned PCB back
under the frame with the stencil attached.

2.
Move the elevating/release lever to bring the PCB into
contact with the stencil.

3.
Evenly apply solder paste over the stencil to the PCB.

4.
Separate the PCB from the framed stencil using the
elevating/release lever.
Slow snap-off provides superb printing results.

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 5.
Pull out the printing table.

6.
Remove the PCB from the printing table and check the
result.

7.
Clean the stencil from on both sides.
use stencil clean wipes together with a cleaning solvent.
Reproduction of print process
In case that more equal PCB’s are to be printed consider the following steps:

1.
Place the PCB to the table.
Push the printing table under the frame.

2.
Lift the lever to bring the PCB into contact with the
stencil.

3.
Apply solder paste.

4.
Move the lever down.

5.
Pull out the printing table.
 6.
Remove the PCB from the printing table

7.
Clean the stencil on both sides.

8.
If necessary, clean it after each use, especially when
you print fine-pitch components.

Written by: _______________________________________

Felemban, Amjad M, ENGINEER IV
Intelligent Sys, Sensors & Robotics/KRDC/R&DC
April 23, 2024

Reviewed by _____________________________
Mohannad Alasmari, Lab Technician
Intelligent Sys, Sensors & Robotics/KRDC/R&DC
April 23, 2024
Approved by: _____________________________
Ali Al Shehri, Research Science Specialist
Intelligent Sys, Sensors & Robotics/KRDC/R&DC
April 23, 2024