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The “Extra Eye” is a First Article Inspection system used to verify printed circuit boards after assembly to ensure that all parts have been correctly assembled.

It is ideally suited to prototype and small batch runs where 100% inspection is necessary. AOI (Automatic Optical Inspection) systems do a similar job but they are more expensive, and you cannot guarantee 100% inspection using AOI.

Extra Eye programming is very quick and simple. The PCB is scanned and typically it takes around 5 minutes for data input and to produce a working program. It allows you to compare each placed part against the drawing reference. All that is needed is a drawing of the PCB and the Bill of Materials (component list), the Extra Eye will do the rest. Payback is very fast based on customer experience.

For more information cantact Keith Gummer on 07770 615405 or Paul Cooper on 07880 546380, or email sales@blundell.co.uk.