When buying a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine, don't just focus on speed! A Comprehensive Guide to Sele

When buying a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine, don't just focus on speed! A Comprehensive Guide to Selecting the Samsung Ultra High Speed Series

When many people purchase a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine, the first thing they focus on is the "speed" - such as 80K, 90K, and 100K placement speeds. Each seems more powerful than the last, as if the faster the placement, the more powerful the machine is. But don't worry. Choosing a surface mount technology (SMT) machine only based on speed is like buying a car and only considering the 0-100 km/h acceleration without caring about comfort, fuel consumption, or even whether the road in front of your house is full of potholes - it's easy to overturn!

Today, let's talk about what to consider when choosing a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine, especially for Samsung's Ultra-high Speed series. It's not just about focusing on the three words "ultra-high speed" and that's it. We need to clearly see if it suits our production line, product type, budget, and future expansion needs.

First, let's make it clear: The speed of surface mount technology (SMT) does not equal production efficiency

Many beginners get so excited when they hear that the machine can stick 80,000 or 100,000 points per hour, feeling that the production capacity will double directly after they buy it. But in actual use, it was found that no matter how fast the speed was, if the wrong positions were pasted, the lines were frequently changed, and the machine adjustment was complicated, the efficiency of the entire production line was actually not as good as before.

The speed of a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine is generally divided into two types:

• Theoretical speed: The ideal value obtained under the laboratory conditions of the manufacturer, which can only be used as a reference.
• Actual speed (also known as CPH) : What can be achieved on your own production line, your own materials, and your own boards is the real thing.

So, don't just look at the data on the promotional page. The actual CPH measurement is the key.

Ii. How is the Samsung surface mount Technology (SMT) machine really?

In the mid-to-high-end market, Samsung's surface mount technology (SMT) machines offer a very competitive cost-performance ratio. Especially the SM series and Decan series (such as SM481, SM485, Decan S1, S2, S2 Plus), are called "efficiency bearers" and "factory steel cannons" by many OEM and EMS colleagues.

Here are a few simple advantages:

• The operation interface is user-friendly and the software is easy to get started with.
• The parts have good universality and are easy to maintain.
• It offers high cost performance. With the same configuration, its price is often much more affordable than that of European, American and Japanese brands.
• It has strong compatibility and can be attached to 0201, 0402, as well as large-sized ics or irregular-shaped components.

However, there are also significant differences among various models. Let's analyze how to choose by type below.

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Iii. Selection Guide for Samsung Ultra High Speed Series Models

The mainstream high-speed models of Samsung surface mount technology (SMT) machines are divided into several grades. Let's take a look at them one by one.

1. SM471+ / SM481+ (Classic Model

• Suitable for: Small and medium-sized batch, multi-variety manufacturing enterprises;
• Speed: The SM471+ is a dual-track head, approximately 78,000CPH; SM481+ is a monorail head with approximately 39,000CPH.
• Features: Wide mounting range, stable precision, suitable for hybrid products, such as boards with small components and medium ics.
• Recommendation reason: If you are just starting your SMT production line and want to control the budget while also requiring stable output, these two models are the classic entry-level choices.

2. Decan S1 / S2 / S2 Plus (Flagship Level)

• Suitable groups: Medium and large-batch orders, customers with multiple production line integration.
• Speed: The theoretical maximum CPH of the Decan S2 exceeds 90K, and it can also steadily run over 70K in reality.
• Advantages and highlights
• Equipped with an intelligent visual recognition system, precise mounting is more stable.
• Supports the mounting of various irregular-shaped components and large-sized components.
• Flexible configuration, the number of feeders can be expanded, and it supports intelligent warehouse connection.
• • Applicable scenarios: Scenarios with high density, high speed and high stability, especially for consumer electronics and automotive electronics products.

3. Samsung EXCEN Series (for Ultimate high-speed cables)

• Suitable for: Factories that only produce large quantities of standardized products;
• Speed: The theoretical speed exceeds 140K CPH, almost making it the "fighter jet" in the surface mount technology (SMT) field.
• Usage threshold: The production line must be equipped with high-cycle lines, AOI, and SPI systems in sync.
• It is not recommended for small and medium-sized factories with chaotic orders and frequent wire changes. This type of model is not only useless but also a waste of money.

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Before choosing a machine, ask yourself a few questions first

When it comes to choosing a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine, it's not about who spends more money, but rather who spends it "smartly". Before purchasing, it is recommended to ask several key questions clearly

• Do I have a wide variety of products in my home? Do you change the cables frequently?
• Is the mounted component small or large? Are there any irregular-shaped parts?
• What is the approximate monthly output? Is there a difference between peak and off-peak seasons?
• What is the approximate budget range? Should I only buy a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine or a full range of products?
• Will the line be expanded in the coming year? Is it necessary to consider universality?

Once these issues are clarified, basically, more than half of the unsuitable models can be filtered out.

Five, in addition to the surface mount speed, these hidden parameters also need to be considered!

Some detailed parameters are actually more crucial than speed, especially for factories that pursue high yield rates:

• Number of Nozzles: It affects whether the machine can attach multiple components simultaneously.
• The recognition capability of the upper and lower cameras: It is related to the mounting accuracy of irregular-shaped parts and large-sized ics.
• Feeder capacity and type support: Compatibility of different brand tapes affects the efficiency of material change.
• Software support and remote operation and maintenance capabilities: A "life-saving tool" for later debugging and exception handling;

Don't overlook these. Small differences, over time, all turn into costs when consumed!

When buying a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine, suitability is the most important! Ultimately, choosing a surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine is like buying shoes - it's not that the most expensive one is the best, but that the one that fits best is the most worthwhile. Don't blindly chase after speed. After all, the surface mount technology (SMT) machine is the brain of the entire production line. Stability, accuracy, and strong scalability are the true "good helpers" that can save you time, effort, and money.

If you are struggling to decide which Samsung surface mount technology (SMT) placement machine to buy, you might as well first make a basic screening based on the above points, and then look for a reliable channel or agent, such as our Zhonghan Jingji, a comprehensive company that has been dedicated to the sales, maintenance, and repair of Samsung SMT placement machines, as well as SMT peripheral equipment for over ten years. Ask if there is any stock available, trial operation conditions, after-sales service, etc.

The last sentence - Don't be fooled by the data. Those who run fast don't necessarily win. What can "make money steadily" is the way to go!