Machining PCBs with LPKF ProtoMat S104

Fast and Precise

The ProtoMat S104 works particularly fast and precisely with a speed of 100000 RPM, high positioning speed and high mechanical resolution. In combination with the machine’s stable granite base, this ensures optimum accuracy for drilling and milling of even very fine structures. The high-frequency milling spindle and the milling depth sensor are self-cleaning and therefore low-maintenance.

Fully Automatic

The easy-to-use package makes things easy for users of the ProtoMat S104. Sensor-controlled, the material and copper thickness are measured automatically and enable the exact calculation of the required milling depth. The machine, which is well equipped with 20 tool positions, automatically changes the corresponding tools during the production process. Depending on the intrusion depth, the conical milling cutters generate different insulation channels. The automatic milling width adjustment also ensures that the milling contour has a constant and correct width. The short set-up time and the operator-free machining enables the user to achieve short process times.

2,5 Dimensional

With its Z-axis drive, the ProtoMat S104 is ideal for machining front panels and enclosures – or for depth milling in printed circuit boards. It is also easy to machine assembled PCBs and to produce plastic mounts.

Intuitive: The Software

The system software in the ProtoMat S104 is highly flexible and easy to operate. The software is designed in order to meet the particularly high requirements of RF applications. A parameter library for different materials supports user-friendly operation.

Solder paste dispenser

An integrated dispenser (available as optional extra) can fully automatically apply solder paste to solder pads. An additional data calculation is not necessary.