PCB Prototyping

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Through extensive research and development, MicroKinetics is able to manufacture and offer a very precise and easy to use circuit prototyping system. The SuperScribe Circuit Board Prototyping System eliminates set screw tool holding by using a collet system, has fully controllable Z axis and excellent alignability and stability. Additionally, we designed and integrated a dust transport vacuum system that is very effective! Now with easy to use Windows XP and Vista software, the SuperScribe circuit Prototyping System is truly the state of the art in mechanical etching technology of the future.

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SuperScribe™ Circuit Board Prototyping System

FEATURES: Full Z axis control allows precisely controlled drilling and eliminates problem with broken bits as with solenoid systems Collet system eliminates tedious and inaccurate set screw tool holding Axis control knobs for position verification and manual position adjustment if desired Superb suction performance through expertly designed dust transport system Variable spindle speed control 115/230V power compatible

The SuperScribe Circuit Board Prototyping System is a complete, desktop circuit board prototyping system capable of producing single and double sided boards using standard Gerber, Excellon, and HPGL data. The system's high resolution and repeatability allows quick, precise prototyping of high density and surface mount circuit boards. The SuperScribe system features a variable speed collet spindle which accepts widely available standard 1/8” diameter cutters and drills. The software controlled, stepper motor actuated Z-axis provides precision depth and feed-rate control for hands-off multiple pass milling, routing, and engraving. Offers more rigidity than competing systems through the use of 3/4" thick, high precision base plate and dual, high accuracy ball bearing components.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Board Work Area	XL:18" x 12" or standard 9"x12"
Resolution	.00025"
Repeatability	.00025"
Minimum Trace Width	.004"
Minimum Engraving Width	.006"
Smallest Drill Hole Size	.013"
Largest Drill Hole Size	Unlimited
Max Material Width	12"
Max Material Length	Unlimited
Max Material Thickness	1.5"
Spindle Speed	0-25,000 RPM
Spindle Type	Bottom Loading 1/8" Collet
Tool Size	.125" Diameter 1.5" Length
Milling Speed	0.15 - 1.25" IPS
Actuation	Stepper Motors / .100 Lead Screws
Machine Dimensions	26"(L) 18"(W) 15"(H)
Construction	Machined Aluminum

MIMIMUM REQUIREMENTS: CPU: 1ghz or better RAM: 512 MB minimum HDD Space: 10MB

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES: Starter Package of Tools & Materials Sound Enclosure Through Hole Plating System External Vacuum System

SOFTWARE:

The SuperScribe circuit board prototyping system includes PCB design and prototyping software, which combines both schematic capture and circuit board layout in one powerful, easy-to-use package. Features transparent import/export filters to enable you to effortlessly read and write files from ORCAD, TANGO, PROTEL, and AutoCAD as well as Gerber, HPGL, and DMPL files. Intelligent CAM functions automatically optimize and route isolation paths for milling around all pads and traces to quickly produce accurate, high quality prototype circuit boards. Also included is the MillMaster Pro software which interprets the machine control file and runs the machine. It is compatible with hundreds of programs including AutoCAD, CIRCAD, and InstaCAM. The motor actuated Z-axis features separate programmable up/down feed rates to assure maximum tool life and minimum production time. Other software features include semi-automatic tool change, interactive keyboard jogging, programmable origin/start position, and contour routing with true circular interpolation.

Mechanically etched double sided board (For the MN85 converter)	Same board populated with components (Actual working MN85 converter)	PCB house production unit

Product	Item #	Price	Order
SuperScribe XL Prototyping System w/software	999-1812-100	$
SuperScribe Prototyping System w/software	999-1812-102	$

 

Accessories for the Superscribe
Circuit Board Prototyping System

	The sound enclosure allows the system to be used in an office or laboratory environment. Designed exclusively for this system to optimize the noise containment!
The external vacuum system has suberb air moving capacity and concentrates a high suction at the tool tip which is essential for proper operation.
	The Throughhole Plating System contains all the parts needed for repair and prototyping of double sided boards.
The Starter Package is a set of engraving tools, router kits, PCB materials, and accessories that will enable you to get started on your first project immediately. In the future you can replenish your kit by ordering the specific disposable materials.

 

 

We also offer an assortment of tools (drills, routers, etc) as well as PCB copper clad, FR4 laminates, solder plated material, back up material, TriFlow Teflon lubricant, and Board Bright polishing pads. Call for available sizes, current pricing and availability.

Product	Item #	Price	Order
Sound Enclosure	999-1812-150	$
External Vacuum System	999-1812-160	$
Standard Starter package	999-1812-500	$
Throughhole Plating System	999-1812-600	$