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Automation in Electronic AssemblySurface Mount Division of Universal Instruments

ACE BoardHandling

Fully Integrated Board Handling Solutions

Universal Instruments is a global provider ofinnovative electronic circuit assembly technol-ogy and equipment, integrated systems solutions, and process expertise. Universalserves the top manufacturers in every cate-gory of the electronics industry worldwidethrough more than 65 sales, service, producttraining, and parts distribution centers inmore than 30 countries.

Universal has an installed base of more than18,000 machines worldwide — including sur-face mount, through hole, odd form, advancedsemiconductor assembly, and board handlingequipment — and certification to the ISO 9001and the QS-9000/TE quality standards.Universal is well positioned to offer the serviceand expertise that only a truly innovative andglobal organization can support.

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Applied Conveyor Engineering® (ACE), part ofthe Surface Mount Division of UniversalInstruments, offers a full range of board handling solutions, designed and manufac-tured to meet today’s stringent processautomation requirements.

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Board Unloading/Loading and BufferingDestack Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Vacuum Bare Board Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Magazine Unloader/Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Removable Magazine Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Walking Through a LineShuttle Transfer Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Lift Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Inverting, Rotating, and Changing Board DirectionBoard Flip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Turn Unit/Diverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Horizontal Shuttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Wave Solder ApplicationsBi-Level Tilt Elevator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Wave Solder Exit Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Board Transfer and Manual AssemblyEdge Guide Belt Conveyor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Edge Guide Belt Conveyor — Extendable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Edge Guide Roller Chain Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Flat Belt Conveyor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6In-Line Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Board handling should be more than justpoint-to-point transfer equipment — itshould be a fully integrated element of yourassembly line to enhance the overall perfor-mance of your production system. Conveyorsand board handling modules from Universal’sApplied Conveyor Engineering (ACE) groupadd greater flexibility and reliability to yourprocesses.

Universal has proven success in designing,manufacturing, and integrating automatedassembly equipment in surface mount, oddform, advanced semiconductor, through hole,and mixed-technology applications. This provides ACE with complete process knowl-edge and experience to ensure your boardhandling requirements are considered as anup-front, integral component of a total linesolution. In addition to ACE’s standard product line, we can also develop customer-specified configurations to solve your particular board handling challenges.

Adding to the value of ACE board handlingsolutions are standard features that are commonly offered as options in other systems. Some of the many useful elementsavailable with ACE modules include AllenBradley PLCs, AC or DC motors, interface control panels or hand-held programmers,customized programming, CE compliance,and UL certification.

The ultimate benefit of automated boardhandling solutions from ACE is a best-in-classcombination of state-of-the-art equipmentbacked by Universal’s extensive process support and application know-how.

Meeting Board Handling RequirementsFlexible, Reliable Solutions from Universal Instruments

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FlexibilityACE board handling solutions incorporate a number of key features to give youthe flexibility you need to match your specific production requirements:• Modular configuration: each unit is individually powered and controlled• All modules are SMEMA compatible and height adjustable• All units can be integrated into multi-vendor lines• Various width adjust options are available to accommodate low-mix

or high-mix process requirements • Several transport types are available for different board, pallet, or process

specifications

ReliabilityYou can count on ACE products to meet the board handling requirements ofyour production systems:• Proven technology: ACE has been designing and building board handling

products from the onset of line solutions in the industry• Sustaining engineering: ACE has a dedicated group of design engineers,

application engineers, and technical support specialists who understand theneeds of our customers and provide continual product improvement

• Low cost of ownership: ACE products deliver maximum uptime, loweringpotential maintenance and warranty time and expenses

Board handling equipment is an integral element of a total line solution.

Edge Guide Belt Conveyor withoptional worktable and rear shelf

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Used as a connection between automatedassembly machines within a process line.Provides machine clearance, process access,product buffering, transfer speed control,and/or inspect/assembly capability (when anoptional worktable is chosen).

Standard Features •Configurable conveyor length •Variable speed in/speed out •Configurable number of belt sections •Allen Bradley PLC • Independent DC motor drive or AC through

shaft drive package•Slide-width adjust•Fixed front rail•Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets•Built-in SMEMA compatibility•CE compliant

Optional Features•Hand crank or follow width adjust•Add-on manual assembly/inspection

options • Inspect/release mode•Incline/decline kits •4-inch under-machine clearance

Edge Guide Belt Conveyor

Specifications Board Transfer and Manual Assembly

Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0")Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley

MicroLogix™) - alternates availableTransfer Motor Variable speed DC or AC through shaft drive

Board SpecificationsMinimum Maximum

Length 76.2 mm (3.0") Conveyor Length Dependent*Width 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,

up to 3.18 mm max.(0.007" in each 1.0", up to 0.125" max.)

Length:Width Ratio 1:1 (length parallel to travel can increase)* Board length should be at least 50.8 mm (2.0") less than conveyor or belt length.

Board Clearance (including board)Top Side Clearance 25.4 mm (1.0")Bottom Side Clearance 19.0 mm (0.75")Edge Clearance 3.0 mm (0.12"), 5.0 mm (0.197"), 6.35mm (0.25")

Physical DimensionsLength 305 mm (12.0") to 3.05 m (120.0")Belt Section (buffer) Length 152.0 mm (6.75") to 2.03 m (80.0")Width 787.4 mm (31.0")Transfer Height 914.4 mm (36.0") to 1.07 m (42.0")

Service RequirementsElectrical 90-132 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 5.0 Amps or

180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 Amps

Provides the same functionality as the EdgeGuide Belt Conveyor, but adds the flexibility ofchanging conveyor length when frequentlyreconfiguring lines.

Standard Features • Rail extension(s) for line flexibility • Variable speed in/speed out • Configurable number of belt sections • Allen Bradley PLC • AC through shaft drive • Slide-width adjust• Fixed front rail• Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets• Built-in SMEMA compatibility• CE compliant

Optional Features• Hand crank or follow width adjust• Inspect/release mode • 4-inch under-machine clearance

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Edge Guide Conveyor —Extendable



Length 76.2 mm (3.0") Conveyor Length Dependent*Width 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,




MicroLogix™) - alternates availableTransfer Motor AC through shaft drive

Board Clearance (including board)Top Side Clearance 25.4 mm (1.0") Bottom Side Clearance 19.0 mm (0.75")Edge Clearance 3.0 mm (0.12"), 5.0 mm (0.197"), 6.35mm (0.25")


180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 Amps

Physical DimensionsLength 0.50 m (19.69"), 558.8 mm (22.0"), 1.0 m (39.37"),

1.12 m (44.0"), 1.5 m (59.06"), 1.68 m (66.0") Length Extension

< 1.12 m (44.0") 1 belt-Extends one side 127.0 mm (5.0") maximum≥ 1.12 m (44.0") 2 belt-Extends two sides 254.0 mm (10.0") maximum

Belt Section (buffer) Length 152.0 mm (6.75") to 2.03 m (80.0")Width 787.4 mm (31.0")Transfer Height 914.4 mm (36.0") to 1.07 m (42.0")

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Used as a connection between automatedassembly machines within a process line.Provides machine clearance, process access,product buffering, transfer speed control,and/or inspect/assembly capability (when anoptional worktable is chosen). Roller chain isused for heavier boards, final assembly pallets,boards after wave solder, and in manualassembly applications.

Standard Features •Configurable conveyor length •Configurable number of chain segments •Designed to run heavy boards and pallets•Free-spinning rollers for frictionless

transport •Variable speed in/speed out • Independent DC motor drive (≥44.0" DC

through shaft drive)•Allen Bradley PLC•Slide-width adjust•Fixed front rail•Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets•Built-in SMEMA compatibility•CE compliant

Optional Features•Variety of board stop styles and options

for different buffering requirements •Hand crank or follow width adjust •Add-on manual assembly/ inspection

options• Inspect/release mode•Incline/decline kits •4-inch under-machine clearance

Edge Guide Roller ChainConveyor


Performance SpecificationsChain Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0")Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley

MicroLogix™) - alternates availableTransfer Motor Variable speed DC


Length< 1.12 m (44.0") 76 .2 mm (3.0") Conveyor Length Dependent*≥ 1.12 m (44.0") 88.9 mm (3.5") Conveyor Length Dependent*

Width< 1.12 m (44.0") 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")≥ 1.12 m (44.0") 88.9 mm (3.5") 457.2 mm (18.0")

Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 6.80 kg (15 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,

up to 3.18 mm max. (0.007" in each 1.0",up to 0.125" max.)



Physical DimensionsLength 305 mm (12.0") to 3.05 m (120.0")Chain Length/Buffering Dependent upon length of conveyor and

number of board stopsWidth 787.4 mm (31.0")Transfer Height 914.4 mm (36.0") to 1.07 m (42.0")


180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 AmpsPneumatic (with buffering stops) 28 liters/minute @ 4.1 bar (1 scfm @ 60 psi)

Used in post edge guide applications (forexample, after a reflow oven) or when boardsor assemblies have a unique size, shape,notches/cutouts, or uneven weight distribu-tion. Provides machine clearance, processaccess, product buffering, transfer speed control, and/or inspect/assembly capability(when an optional worktable is chosen).

Standard Features• Configurable conveyor length • Variable speed in/speed out • Continuous run, single belt • DC motor — continuous duty rated • Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets• Built-in SMEMA compatibility• CE compliant

Optional Features• Controller package (includes PLC control

sensors, indexing logic, SMEMA interface)• Single to multiple board buffering• Add-on manual assembly/inspection

options• Inspect/release mode • 4-inch under-machine clearance

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Flat Belt Conveyor


Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13.0 mm (0.5") to 254.0 mm (10.0")Control Module (when applicable) PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley)Transfer Motor Variable speed DC — continuous duty rated


Length 76.2 mm (3.0") Conveyor Length Dependent1

Width 50.8 mm (2.0") Conveyor Width Dependent2

Weight (per belt section) — 6.80 kg (15 lbs.)1 Board length should be at least 50.8 mm (2.0") less than conveyor or belt length.2 Board width should be at least 12.7 mm (0.50") less than belt width.

Physical DimensionsLength 305 mm (24.0") to 3.05 m (120.0")Belt Width 304.8 mm (12.0"), 381.0 mm (15.0"), 457.2 mm (18.0"),

533.4 mm (21.0"), 609.6 mm (24.0")Transfer Height 914.4 mm (36.0") to 1.07 m (42.0")


180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 Amps

2-Belt Flat Belt Conveyor

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Used for applications requiring manualassembly, inspection, or test within a processline in ergonomic environments. Supports oneor more operator positions, as well as single ordual-side configurations.

Standard Features •Configurable number of operator stations,

each with scalloped worktable•Overhead lighting, integrated footrest, part

catch pan, modesty panel • Inspect control at each operator station•Edge guide roller chain•Variable speed in/speed out •Allen Bradley PLC•Slide-width adjust• Independent DC motor drive or AC through

shaft drive package•Fixed front rail•Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets•Built-in SMEMA compatibility•CE compliant

Optional Features•Edge guide belt or flat belt configuration•Articulating arm assembly (includes part

bin holder, document holder, and bins) •Rear rail part bin rack with bins •Wire rack shelf (capable of holding a 19"

monitor)•Touchless work release •Dual-sided operator stations•Slide line (non-powered)•Forward-pitched transfer section •Hand crank or follow width adjust •4-inch under-machine clearance

In-Line Workstation





Length 1 76 .2 mm (3.0") Conveyor Length Dependent2

Width1 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per chain section) — 6.80 kg (15 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,

up to 3.18 mm max.(0.007" in each 1.0",up to 0.125" max.)

Length:Width Ratio 1:1 (length parallel to travel can increase)1 Board weight, motor selection, and conveyor length could change minimum board size to 88.9 mm x 88.9 mm (3.5" x 3.5"). Contact a Universal representative with any questions.

2 Board length should be at least 50 .8 mm (2.0") less than conveyor or belt length.

Physical DimensionsLength (per operator) 1.0 m (39.37"), 1.02 m (40.0") or 1.12 m (44.0") Chain Length/Buffering Dependent upon length of conveyor and number

of board stopsWidth 106.4 mm (41.9")Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.93 m (76 .0")Transfer Height 914.4 mm (36.0") to 1.07 m (42.0")

Service RequirementsElectrical* 90-132 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 5.0 Amps or

180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 AmpsPneumatics (with buffering stops) 28 liters/minute @ 4.1 bar (1 scfm @ 60 psi)* Separate AC power required for light fixture.


A fast, economical way to dispense bare printed circuit boards into a production line. Ina double-pass line, a destack conveyor can loadbare boards and a magazine unloader canintroduce the second pass populated boards.

Standard Features• 190 board stack capability with 1.6 mm

(0.063") board thickness• Amber beacon indicates low board

condition• Upper stack weight isolation• Variable speed in/speed out• Allen Bradley PLC• Board unload or pass-through mode • Variable thickness adjust dial• Slide-width adjust• Independent DC motor drive or AC through

shaft drive package• Fixed front rail• Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets• Built-in SMEMA compatibility• CE compliant

Optional Features• Hand crank or follow width adjust• 4-inch under-machine clearance

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Destack Conveyor

Specifications Board Unloading/Loading and Buffering

Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0") Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley



Length* 76.2 mm (3.0") 508.0 mm (20.0")Width* 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness* 1.02 mm (0.040") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (in pass-through mode) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,


Length:Width Ratio 1:1 (length parallel to travel can increase)Cutouts Require factory review* The length/width/thickness relationship is very important with the Destack Conveyor. The thickness needs to increase incrementally with length and width increases. Contact a Universal representative with any questions.

Physical DimensionsStack Size 304.8 mm (12.0") vertical spaceCapacity 190 PCBs at 1.6 mm (0.063") thicknessLength 736.6 mm (29.0"), 1.12 m (44.0"), 1.47 m (58.0")Width 802.6 mm (31.6")Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.35 m (53.0")Transfer Height 914.4 mm (36.0") to 1.07 m (42.0")



180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 AmpsPneumatic 28 liters/minute @ 5.5 bar (1 scfm @ 80 psi)

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Uses vacuum to load bare printed circuitboards into a production line. It is not affectedby board irregularities such as notches/cutouts, warpage, or odd shapes, weights, and thicknesses.

Standard Features•330.2 mm (13.0") stack size•208 board stack capability with 1.6 mm

(0.063") board thickness •Motorized actuator pick mechanism•Front and back access door for convenient

loading •Board unload or pass-through mode•Allen Bradley PLC •AC through shaft drive•Hand crank width adjust•4-inch under-machine clearance•Fixed front rail•Built-in SMEMA compatibility

Vacuum Bare BoardLoader



Length 76 .2 mm (3.0") 635.0 mm (25.0")Width 76 .2 mm (3.0") 508.0 mm (20.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,


Length:Width Ratio 1:1 (length parallel to travel can increase)

Performance SpecificationsTransfer Speed 13 seconds (maximum)Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley)Transfer Motor AC through shaft drive

Board Clearance (including board)Top Side Clearance 25.4 mm (1.0") Bottom Side Clearance 19.0 mm (0.75")Edge Clearance 3.0 mm (0.12")

Physical DimensionsStack Size 330.2 mm (13.0") vertical spaceCapacity 208 PCBs at 1.59 mm (0.0625") thicknessLength 1.0 m (39.37")Width 812.8 mm (32.0")Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.73 m (68.0")Transfer Height 962.2 mm (37.88") ± 19.0 mm (0.75")


180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.5 Amps

Introduces boards into or removes boardsfrom a production line when magazines arethe method of transport. Allows magazines tobe placed at the beginning of the same line oranother line for further processing.

Standard Features • Handles a variety of manufacturers’

magazines • Unloader (input) has a board pusher built

into the upline magazine transport • Five magazine capacity • Built-in user interface• Allen Bradley PLC• Loader (output) requires a board pusher

on preceding conveyor• Built-in SMEMA compatibility (up-line/

down-line modules must be SMEMA active)• CE compliant (CE screen kit required)

Optional Features• Oven traffic control (on magazine

loader - system exit)

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Magazine Unloader/Loader


Magazine Compatibility (board size requirements based on magazine)Minimum Maximum

Length — 520.7 mm (20.5")Width 127.0 mm (5 .0") 508.0 mm (20.0")Height — 609.6 mm (24.0")



Performance SpecificationsPCB Transfer Cycle Time 15 seconds maximum Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley)Transfer Motor

(with motorized roller) Variable speed DC

Physical DimensionsElevator

Length 609.6 mm (24.0")Width 1.08 m (42.5")Height

(at SMEMA transfer height) 1.83m (72.0")Board Transfer Height 939.8 mm (37.0") to 965.2 mm (38.0")

Magazine Transport Gravity Feed Motorized RollerLength 1.03 m (40.5") 1.07 m (42.0")Width 622.3 mm (24.5") 723.9 mm (28.5")

Magazine Transfer HeightUpper 1.18 m (46.5") 1.13 m (44.5")Lower 342.9 mm (13.5") 298.5 mm (11.75")

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Used as temporary storage to control the flowof printed circuit boards in a production line.Provides first-in/first-out (FIFO) or last-in/first-out (LIFO) buffering through the use of aremovable magazine.

Standard Features• In-feed conveyor with built-in pusher

assembly •FIFO/LIFO pass-through operation •Variable speed in/speed out • Includes one magazine (50 slots per

magazine at 10 mm spacing)•Built-in user interface •Allen Bradley PLC•Independent DC motor drive or AC through

shaft drive package•Manual board width adjust•Selectable board exit delay•Built-in SMEMA compatibility (up-line/

down-line modules must be SMEMA active)•CE compliant

Optional Features•Oven traffic control•Hand-crank width adjust (on in-feed

conveyor)•4-inch under-machine clearance

Removable MagazineBuffer


Board Specifications for Supplied Magazine1

Minimum MaximumLength 88.9 mm (3.5")2 522 .0 mm (20.55")Width 50.8 mm (2.0") 460.0 mm (18.11")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Magazine Weight with Boards — 79 .38 kg (175 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,


Length:Width Ratio 1:1 (length parallel to travel can increase)1 Alternates available on a request for quote basis.2 For an evenly weighted board. Contact a Universal representative with any questions.

Board ClearanceTop Side Clearance Dependent on pitch used in magazine

(10 mm if every slot used) up to 25.4 mm (1.0")Bottom Side Clearance Dependent on pitch used in magazine

(10 mm if every slot used) up to 19.1 mm (0.75")Edge Clearance 3.0 mm (0.118")

Physical DimensionsLength 1.34 m (52.625")Width 1.10 m (43.5")Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.83 m (72.0")Transfer Height 939 .8 mm (37.0") to 965.2 mm (38.0")Magazine Unload/Load Height Approximately 736.6 mm (29.0")

Performance SpecificationsPCB Transfer Cycle Time 15 seconds maximum (FIFO mode)Software Selectable Features Last-in/first-out (LIFO)

First-in/first-out (FIFO)Full magazine dump/reset

Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley)Transfer Motor Variable speed DC or AC through shaft drive



Placed in a system where it is necessary for personnel to cross the production line regularly (for example, to do setups, replenishparts to other equipment, etc.). Ideal for operations that require personnel to carry orpush objects, since there is no button to pushor gate to lift.

Standard Features • Provides 36-inch line walk-through • One board buffering capability• Belt transfer section • Variable speed in/speed out • Allen Bradley PLC • Independent DC motor drive or AC through

shaft drive package• Slide-width adjust• Fixed front rail• Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets• Built-in SMEMA compatibility• CE compliant

Optional Features• Through-beam wireless interface to other

machines • Roller chain transport • Hand crank or follow width adjust• 4-inch under-machine clearance

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Shuttle Transfer Gate

Specifications Walking Through a Line

Shuttle Transfer Gate in retracted position


Length 76.2 mm (3.0") 508.0 mm (20.0")Width 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,



Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0")Average Cycle Time 15 seconds (cycle time subject to process configuration)Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley) Transfer Motor Variable speed DC or AC through shaft drive




Physical DimensionsLength 1.32 m (52.0") retracted, with 914.4 mm (36.0") walk-

through2.24 m (88.0") extended

Width 1.07 m (41.8")Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.02 m (40.0")Transfer Height 962.2 mm (37.88") ± 19 mm (0.75")

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Placed in a system where occasional access to the other side of the production line is necessary. It is an economical way to provide awalkway.

Standard Features •25-inch walkway on 44-inch lift gate, 36-inch

walkway on 55-inch lift gate•Through-beam wireless interface to other

machines•Zero or one board buffering capability•Belt transfer section •Shock absorber lift-assist mechanism •Variable speed in/speed out •Allen Bradley PLC • Independent DC motor drive or AC through

shaft drive package•Slide-width adjust•Fixed front rail•Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets•Built-in SMEMA compatibility•CE compliant

Optional Features•Hand crank or follow width adjust•4-inch under-machine clearance

Lift Gate

Specifications Walking Through a Line


MicroLogix™) Transfer Motor Variable speed DC or AC through shaft drive


Length 76 .2 mm (3.0") 508.0 mm (20.0")Width 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,






Physical DimensionsLength 1.12 m (44.0") with 635 mm (25.0") walk-through

1.40 m (55.0") with 914.4 mm (36.0") walk-throughWidth 1.13 m (44.5")Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.04 m (41.0") or 1.56 m (61.5") with beacon lightTransfer Height 962 .2 mm (37.88") ± 19 mm (0.75")

Placed in a system any time a product must beinverted for further processing. Used in themiddle of a double-sided line or located beforea magazine unloader, so the magazine can beremoved and easily positioned at the begin-ning of a double-pass line. Can also operate inpass-through mode.

Standard Features• Buffers up to 3 boards (when board is

≤ 9-inch on 36-inch board flip and ≤ 20-inchon 66-inch board flip)

• Variable speed in/speed out• Allen Bradley PLC• Slide-width adjust • Independent DC motor drive or AC through

shaft drive package • Fixed front rail• Adjustable transfer height• Built-in SMEMA compatibility• Interface mounting brackets• CE compliant

Optional Features• Pusher assembly (needed on 66-inch board

flip before magazine loader)• Inspect/release mode (on 66-inch board flip)• Hand crank or follow width adjust • 4-inch under-machine clearance

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Board Flip

Specifications Inverting, Rotating, and Changing Board Direction

Physical DimensionsLength 838.2 mm (36.0") or 1.68 m (66.0")Width 914.4 mm (31.75")Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.53 m (60.25")Transfer Height 847.9 mm (37.0") to 1.07 m (42.0")

Board Clearance (including board)Top Side Clearance* 25.4 mm (1.0")Bottom Side Clearance 19.0 mm (0.75")Edge Clearance 3.0 mm (0.12"), 5.0 mm (0.197"), 6.35mm (0.25")* Top side clearance limited to 19 .0 mm (0 .75") once flipped.

Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0")Complete Flip Cycle Time 6 seconds - continuous rotation flip cycleControl Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley)Transfer Motor Variable speed DC or AC through shaft drive


180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 Amps


Length838.2 mm (36.0") 76.2 mm (3.0") 558.8 mm (22.0")1.68 m (66.0") 76.2 mm (3.0") 508.0 mm (20.0")

Width838 .2 mm (36.0") 50.8 mm (2.0") 508.0 mm (20.0")1.68 m (66.0") 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")

Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,



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Used any time a printed circuit board needs tobe rotated ± 90° or ± 180°. Can be used to turna corner, create an L-shaped line, change individual board orientation, separate or divertboards to multiple locations, and divide orcombine lines.

Standard Features•Turn unit: ± 90° rotation with one input and

one output port. Pass/fail mode allows goodboard to travel straight through and failedboard to travel ± 90°

•Diverter: ± 90° and/or ± 180° rotation, with multiple four port input/output combinations

•Edge guide belt or chain configuration•Variable speed in/speed out•Allen Bradley PLC•Slide-width adjust • Independent DC motor drive•4-inch under-machine clearance•Fixed front rail•Adjustable transfer height•Built-in SMEMA compatibility• Interface mounting brackets•CE compliant

Optional Features•Programmable (diverter only) or follow

width adjust

Turn Unit/Diverter


Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0")Average Cycle Time 90º move/6 secondsControl Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley) Transfer Motor Variable speed DC


Length 76 .2 mm (3.0") 508.0 mm (20.0")Width 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,




Physical DimensionsLength 914.4 mm (36.0") Width 914.4 mm (36.0") Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.12 m (44.14")Transfer Height 962 .2 mm (37.88") ± 19 mm (0.75")


180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 Amps

Used whenever the product must be shiftedhorizontally or in the Y-axis. Provides multipleinput/output routing paths within the produc-tion line. Can be used to merge lines, combineor split dual lane applications, distributeboards to multiple locations, and create U-shaped lines.

Standard Features • Configurable length (direction of travel)• Up to four input/output ports allowing as

many as eight functional routing paths• Point-to-point pneumatic or programmable

shuttle transfer, depending upon application• Adjustable cylinder stop for board travel

position on pneumatic transfer • Allen Bradley PLC • Independent DC motor drive• Slide-width adjust• Fixed front rail• Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets• Built-in SMEMA compatibility• CE compliant

Optional Features• Follow or programmable width adjust

(on programmable shuttles only)• 4-inch under-machine clearance

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Horizontal Shuttle



Length* 76.2 mm (3.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Width 50.8 mm (2.0") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,


Length:Width Ratio 1:1 (length parallel to travel can increase)* Maximum length can be increased by increasing the width of the shuttle (on a request for quote basis).


Service RequirementsElectrical

Point-to-Point Pneumatic 90-132 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 5.0 A or180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 A

Programmable 90-132 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 7.0 A or 180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.5 A

Pneumatic 198 liters/minute @ 5.5 bar (7 scfm @ 80 psi)

Physical DimensionsTravel Distance (Stroke) Overall Footprint (Length)

Length 609.6 mm (2 ft.) 1.22 m (4 ft.)914.4 mm (3 ft.) 1.52 m (5 ft.)1.22 m (4 ft.) 1.83 m (6 ft.)2.74 m (9 ft.) 3.96 m (13 ft.)3.66 m (12 ft.) 4.88 m (16 ft.)4.57 m (15 ft.) 5.79 m (19 ft.)5.49 m (18 ft.) 6.71 m (22 ft.)

Width (parallel to line flow) 558.8 mm (22.0")Height (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.08 m (42.57")Transfer Height 962.2 mm (37.88") ± 19.0 mm (0.75")

Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0")Input/Output Transfer

Point-to-Point Pneumatic 2 ports maximum using adjustable cylinder stopsProgrammable 4 ports maximum for up to 8 functional paths using

programmed stopsMaximum Shuttle Speed

(per second) 381 mm (15 .0") to 1.016 m (40 .0")Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley)Transfer Motor Variable speed DC

Horizontal Micro-Shuttle

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Transfers boards into a wave solder machineby matching the in-feed angle and height. Canalso be used in bi-level applications whentransfer height change is required.

Standard Features •0º to 15º tilt adjustment•Edge guide roller chain configuration•Variable speed in/speed out •Allen Bradley PLC • Independent DC motor drive •Slide-width adjust•Fixed front rail•Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets•Built-in SMEMA compatibility•CE compliant

Optional Features•Motor assist width adjust•Output pusher kit for board length

less than 6.0 inches•4-inch under-machine clearance

Bi-Level Tilt Elevator

Specifications Wave Solder Applications

Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0")Tilt Adjustment 0º to 15ºControl Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley)Transfer Motor Variable speed DC


Length 88.9 mm (3.5") 508.0 mm (20.0")Width 88.9 mm (3.5") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per belt section) — 3.18 kg (7 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,

up to 3.18 mm max. (0.007" in each 1.0", up to 0.125" max.)





Physical DimensionsLength 619.3 mm (24.38")Width 1.17 m (46.0")

Standard ExtendedHeight (at SMEMA transfer height) 1.14 m (45.0") 1.55 m (61.0")Transfer Height

Minimum 606 .6 mm (23.88") 847.9 mm (33.38")Maximum 962 .2 mm (37.88") 1.32 m (51.88")

Accepts boards from the output of the wavesolder machine by matching its angle andheight, and gradually brings the boards downto SMEMA transfer height.

Standard Features • 3 configurations: no stops, 1 fixed end stop,

or 1 linear buffering stop• Visible/audible beacon • Incline matches output of wave solder

equipment • Edge guide roller chain configuration • Allen Bradley PLC • DC through shaft drive — continuous

duty rated• Slide-width adjust• Fixed front rail• Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets• Built-in SMEMA compatibility• CE compliant

Optional Features• Flat belt configuration• Cooling fan assembly• Hand crank width adjust• 4-inch under-machine clearance

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Wave Solder Exit Conveyor

Specifications Wave Solder Applications


Length 88.9 mm (3.5") Conveyor Length Dependent*Width 88.9 mm (3.5") 457.2 mm (18.0")Thickness 0.64 mm (0.025") 3.18 mm (0.125")Weight (per chain section) — 6.80 kg (15 lbs.)Maximum Warp Allowed — 0.178 mm in each 25.4 mm,

up to 3.18 mm max. (0.007" in each 1.0", up to 0.125" max.)


Performance SpecificationsBelt Transfer Speed (per second) 13 mm (0.5") to 304.8 mm (12.0") Control Module PLC (Programmable Logic Controller - Allen Bradley)Transfer Motor Variable DC — continuous duty rated

Board Clearance (including board)Top Side Clearance 25.4 mm (1.0") Bottom Side Clearance 19.0 mm (0.75")Edge Clearance 3.0 mm (0.12"), 5.0 mm (0.197"), 6.35 mm (0.25")


180-264 vAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 Amps

Physical DimensionsLength (one size) 2.44 m (96.0")Chain Length/Buffering Dependent upon usage of board stopsWidth 419.0 mm (16 .5") to 635.0 mm (25.0")Typical Transfer Height†

Input side 1.32 m - 1.37 m (52.0" - 54.0")Output side 939.8 mm - 965.2 mm (37.0" - 38.0")

† Other transfer heights are available through vertical modification of the legs, but the slope mustremain the same.

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Custom ApplicationsWith its own design engineering and manu-facturing operations, ACE has the expertiseand experience to design and manufacturespecial board handling equipment to matchyour unique needs:•Boards of unique size/shape and weight:

modules can be made to accommodateboards up to 25-inches long x 20-inches wide

•Pallet handling: boats, trays, carriers•Functional combinations of modules•Process-defined requirements and

applications•Unique board routing/access control• Integration of third-party devices

Common ArchitectureAll ACE products share these highly functionalstructural elements:•Allen Bradley PLC•Fixed front rail•Adjustable transfer height• Interface mounting brackets•Built-in SMEMA communications interface•3 mm, 5 mm, or 1/4-inch edge clearance •Variable speed transfer drive motors•Emergency stop•Floor lock-down leveling pads•CE compliance

Transport Methods (all ESD-safe)Three transport methods are available to bestmeet your board handling needs:Edge Guide Belt: Typical method of transportbetween edge guided process equipment forprinted circuit boards up to 7 lbs.Edge Guide Roller Chain: Used in applicationswith heavier boards (up to 15 lbs.), final assem-bly pallets, boards after wave solder, and inmanual assembly applications.Flat Belt:Recommended in applications whereboard orientation is no longer a priority (forexample, after a reflow oven) or when boardsor assemblies have a unique size, shape,notch/cutout, or uneven weight distribution.

Width Adjust OptionsDepending on your changeover requirements, you may opt for one of the following width adjust types:Slide-Width Adjust: The rear rail is mounted on a bearing-supported slide mechanism that is manually adjusted by loosening tool-less thumb screws. Themost economical width adjust method used in systems with low to moderatewidth adjust change requirements.Hand Crank Width Adjust: The rear rail is connected to lead screws and is adjusted manually by a turn handle. Used in manufacturing environments withmoderate to moderately high changeover requirements.Programmable Width Adjust: The rear rail is connected to lead screws and a drive system for adjustment. A thumb wheel mounted to the front of themodule is used to manually enter the board width value, and the conveyor rearrail automatically drives to the new board dimension. Recommended in applications with high width adjust change requirements. Available on limitedmodules or on a request for quote basis.Follow Width Adjust: Sensors detect “flags” on adjacent machines and auto-matically adjust the rear rail to match the adjacent equipment’s width change.The rear rail is connected to lead screws and a drive system for adjustment.Recommended in applications requiring very high, fully automated changeover.

Typical Delivery TimesACE products can generally be delivered in the following time frames:2-4 weeks: Edge guide belt and roller chain conveyors, shuttle gates, and lift gates4-6 weeks: All other standard board handling modules6-10 weeks: Custom applications

Included with Delivery• 1-year warranty on parts and labor• Installation•Complete set of documentation (manual and drawing package)

Custom Applications and Key Features/Options

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Universal backs all its high-quality productswith extensive full-service product support,including: field engineering services; tele-phone consultation with technical specialists;applications engineering; integration and systems consulting; training; compatible soft-ware; worldwide spare parts; innovativefinancing options; and process expertise fromUniversal’s Advanced Process/Surface MountTechnology Laboratory (SMT Lab).

Specifically, Universal offers “total solution”support for all ACE board handling products:Technological Leadership: The SMT Lab pro-vides unsurpassed research and processexpertise, to solve specific process-relatedproblems quickly.

Systems Integration: Universal engineerswork with you to optimize board designs,ensure the integrity of assembly processdesign, integrate multi-vendor equipment,and provide system modeling and simulationfor maximum throughput. In addition,Universal can provide turnkey solutions forspecific products.

Process and Product Support: Universal alsooffers around-the-clock parts service, cus-tomer training on three continents, and aglobal network of more than 300 direct fieldengineers. In addition, you can access a num-ber of Web-based support tools and partsordering 24 hours a day.

ACE Support: For technical support for ACEproducts, contact us by phone: 1-800-842-9732, or fax: 1-607 -779-7301. For generalinformation and questions about ACE, pleasecontact us by E-mail: [email protected].

Total Support

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