Distributor of capital equipment for the electronics manufacturing sector, Altus Group, has bolstered Prototype Electronics’ inspection capabilities with the installation of a Scienscope X-ray system. This development enhances non-destructive inspection for complex electronic assemblies, crucial as the industry increasingly incorporates bottom-terminated devices and dense multilayer PCB structures.
Prototype Electronics sought to extend inspection capabilities beyond surface-level techniques to verify hidden solder joints and internal connections. The Scienscope Xspection 3000, supplied by Altus, was selected after a rigorous evaluation process. The system features a 130kV close-tube configuration, a micro-focus X-ray tube, a high-resolution flat panel detector, and fully programmable motion control. Its flexible inspection geometry, including oblique viewing angles and a rotating table, allows detailed analysis of complex components without tube maintenance.
Daniel Ryland, engineering manager at Prototype Electronics, stated, “We chose the Scienscope Xspection 3000 for its advanced imaging capabilities, user-friendly interface, and reliability in detecting hidden defects within complex assemblies, critical for maintaining the high standards our customers expect.”
The partnership with Altus Group was also pivotal. Ryland commented on Altus’s excellent industry reputation, responsive support, and technical expertise, which were invaluable throughout the selection and installation process. Anthony Oh, technical sales and project manager at Altus Group, noted the UK’s growth in Scienscope X-ray system installations, emphasizing their competitive edge in capability and price for UK CEMs.
Altus Group has collaborated with Scienscope for over eight years, providing dedicated technical and application support for X-ray inspection installations across the UK and Ireland.
