PCB Stacker and Destacker

What is PCB Stacker and Destacker? 

A PCB stacker and destacker is an automated machine used to handle PCBs in a production line.  

The PCB stacker is a bare board unloader that organizes the PCBs into a stack after laser marking or label application has taken place. The stacker collects each PCB from the conveyor belt using mechanisms like pneumatic lifters and carefully builds the piles. This prepares them for further processes or storage. Equipped with PLC control systems, touch-screen interfaces, and motorized width adjustments, these machines allow an operator to very easily control and monitor the process. 

The PCB destacker, on the other hand, is a bare board loader that automates the placing of individual bare PCBs from a stacked pile onto the assembly line. It is located above the conveyor segment and uses a unique mechanism to separate the bottom PCB from the stack and deliver it onto the conveyor belt to undergo other processes, such as screen printing or dispensing. They are also usually controlled by a PLC system, and provide unique features with touch-screen controls, bypass modes, and automatic width adjustments, enabling very smooth and accurate handling of the PCBs. PCB destackers optimize the rate of production by being able to maintain a continuous flow of loading without interruption.  

The PCB stackers and destackers work together to ensure safe PCB handling, making these machines necessary for optimized flow and organization in both small and large-scale production environments. 

Key specs of PCB stackers and destackers: 

• Type: Represents the type of PCB board handling equipment – stacker, destacker or both 
• PCB size: This represents the minimum and maximum PCB size that can be handled by the PCB stacker/destacker. 
• PCB thickness: Represents the PCB board thickness (in mm) that can be handled by the machine. 
• PCB direction: Represents the direction of movement that can be supported by the machine which can be left to right, right to left, etc.

PCB Directory has listed PCB stackers and destackers from the leading manufacturers in the industry and made it easy for users to find these machines based on their requirements. You can specify the type and PCB direction to find a machine that meets your requirements. You can also view machine specifications, download the spec sheet, and get a quote. Quotes requested are routed to the manufacturers.

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