Vitaliy wrote:
> Occasionally we build a small batch (5-50) of PCBs, either as
> prototypes or for a small production run. We can't justify the cost
> and complexity of an automatic pick-and-pace, however we can
> definitely afford a manual P-n-P, if it sufficiently cuts down the
> time needed to populate the PCBs.
>
> I would really appreciate it if you could share your experience, and
> perhaps recommend a few models for us to look at. Videos of the
> machine in operation extremely helpful.
>
> Is it worth it to get one with a camera?

Unless you're doing this a lot, I doubt getting your own pick and place
machine makes sense.  Find some local small shop with a pick and place
machine (or whatever they want to use for your small volumes) and hire them
per run as needed.  There are probably more little guys in your area than
you think until you look around.  At least that's true around here, and I
expect Phoenix to be all that different.


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