Michigan Semiconductors News (United States)

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This microscope unites adjustable magnification and image capture in a palm-size instrument with a USB interface. It captures high-resolution images for parts inspection, assembly QA, research analysis, forensic comparisons and dermatology exams.

A 2.25x spot lens adds magnification for circuit board assembly, electronics repair, parts inspection, medical use and lab work. The model with UV lighting is suited for forensic analysis, biological studies and other tasks requiring high contrast.

Industrial and technology uses include medical device manufacturing, electronics fabrication, telecom work, aerospace assembly and electrical repair. 'Stealth' name describes glare-reducing anodized black finish.

Swiss-made instruments for electronics, scientific, educational and industrial applications avoid ESD, rust and damage risks.

The optical instrument allows hands-free illumination and enlargement during assembly and inspection of circuit boards or other electronics, small parts checks, medical and research lab analysis, quality control reviews and other precision work.

Uses include industrial and electronic quality checks, defect analysis, lab work, health care, forensics, printing and textile inspection and science field work.

This durable steel tool is designed for electronics fabricators, telecom technicians, skilled trades specialists, aerospace manufacturers and repair personnel. Padded handles help ESD damage to sensitive electronics.

'Continuous process improvements are as important to us as they are to industrial and scientific customers,' says the optical firm's president. Its revamped website showcases professional instruments in a scrolling display.

One-touch instrument for diagnostic troubleshooting and quality inspections has an automatic recognition feature usually available only on high-end models. It's designed for use in R&D, assembly, training and tech support.

Pocket-size instrument delivers circuit inspection data on LCD display and with beeps. It measures voltage, current and resistance (ohms) for capacitor checks, level tests, diode tests and continuity tests.

The manufacturer of optical systems and test/measurement instruments also demonstrates auto-scanning tweezers, a circuit-testing meter pen and VGA high-definition cameras at the Medical Device & Manufacturing West event Feb. 8-10.

This portable air ionizer neutralizes static charges on insulation, plastics and circuit board substrates. It safeguards a process area of up to five feet against currents that harm solid state electronics.

Applications for these durable tools include prototyping, circuit board stenciling, insulation trimming and other custom tasks. Sharp points and honed cutting edges can accurately trim plastic, wood, cloth, rubber, leather, foam and cardboard.

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors, a worldwide leader in semiconductor technology for lighting, sensor and visualization applications, presents the LED Light for you System Design Workshop on October 28.

This attachment for any microscope has is practical for medical labs, scientific research, electronics design and manufacturing, and machine vision applications.

Portable microscopes are useful for parts inspection and precision assembly or fabrication quality control. Manufacturing engineers can check parts for hairline cracks or other microscopic defects simply by plugging the Mighty Scope into any laptop.

Video microscopy allows quick, precise inspections of parts, circuit boards, SMT and other products. Operators examine magnified objects more comfortably on a video monitor than through microscope eyepieces -- raising accuracy and productivity.

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Customization is provided by a selection of pole, column or boom stand, as well as optional extra lenses and eyepieces. "These high-quality, affordable instruments let users configure a system to fit their needs," says.Aven's president.

A 3-diopter lens enlarges 1.75x, which can grow to 4x with an optional swing-away second lens.This fluorescent magnifying lamp is practical for checking parts, finished items, gems, watches, documents, lab samples, art, rare books and collectibles.

A new accessory for the compact Digital Mighty Scope lets the inspection instrument be positioned for hands-free viewing from any direction and varied heights.

An improved program for on-screen image measurement and annotation is part of plug-and-go simplicity that distinguishes the iVue and iScope for industrial, medical, scientific and academic applications.

Task-tailored blade materials, cutting edges, head styles and designs assure the best tool is available for each purpose in electronics, telecommunications, aerospace and manufacturing.

Coherix, a high-tech firm based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, was honored by Ford Motor Company with its prestigious Henry Ford Technology Award at its annual gala on November 19, 2009.

Five pocket-size microscopes are featured by Aven, Inc., a global distributor of optical inspection equipment and high-performance tools.

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