PCB Barcode Labelling Machine Cell Series 3

The PCB Barcode Labelling Machine is built to print, pick, and apply barcode or other labels onto bare PCBs or components already placed on PCBs. It integrates printing, scanning and placement functions to support traceability and labelling in SMT/PCB assembly lines.

It includes an integrated 600 dpi Brady printer for high-resolution barcode/text printing. The system comes with a ZebraDesigner 2 user license to design and manage label templates.

• Label placement is programmable in 1° increments, so rotation or orientation can be finely adjusted.
• It uses vacuum sensing from pick-up to placement to ensure labels are picked properly.
• There is a scanner for value verification after label printing to confirm correct data/print before placement.

• Large access door and a rigid frame for durability and ease of access.
• Slide-out mechanism on the rear helps with fast label and ribbon replacement.
• Automatic conveyor width adjustment so that different PCB widths can be handled quickly without manual realignment.
• PCB side clamping plus active support for PCBs so labels can be placed accurately even when boards might flex or vary.

• Machine dimensions: approximately 850 × 1680 × 1440 mm (L × W × H).
• Fixed point to front (important for integration into production line layout): 335 mm.
• Weight: approx. 750 kg.

From available specification sheets: typical cycle time is ≈ 2.5 seconds per label when printing, verifying, picking and placing, for a small label (e.g. ~6×6 mm). Conveyor speed is approx 24 m/min for applicable models.

• Runs on an industrial PC with a 21.5″ LCD monitor.
• Software includes ZebraDesigner 2 for label creation; user interface aims to be friendly.
• After printing, the system verifies codes via scanner, helping ensure traceability and correct data.
• Selectable bypass operation allows the machine to be bypassed when labelling not required, aiding flexibility.

• Large footprint and weight mean facility layout, floor loading, and space must be planned carefully.
• The system is optimized for not huge label sizes; very large or thick components may pose challenges for label placement.
• Cycle time of 2.5 seconds per small label may limit throughput in very high‐volume lines where labelling is frequent; planning for buffer or parallel units may help.
• Maintenance of printer (ribbon, label media), sensors, scanner calibration will be required. Also, electrical supply and conveyor/clamping systems must be maintained to avoid misalignment.