Traceability Pad The Traceability pad functions as a printed circuit board (WIP) identifier in high volume electronic PCB manufacturing. Each pad contains a unique code number, supplied already laser etched onto its surface, in a 2D matrix format. The code number is easily read by commercially available optical scanners, such as Microscan EZ Quadrus (see www.microscan.com). In the course of the customer’s PCB manufacturing process, the traceability pad is picked and placed alongside other components onto the application PCB and is solder reflowed. Each PCB thereby gains a unique identification allowing the traceability data of all other components contained on the populated PCB to be logged against the unique traceability code number. Further on in the manufacturing process, the PCB identifier can be incorporated into the identification of the final assembled device. Features 91658 Module ID Benefits Nickel Silver material Good contrast of laser etched code Allows reflow onto application PCB Unique code number for each Pad Provides unambiguous identification No investment needed to write code 2D matrix code is open standard No licence issues Scanner readers are widely available and affordable Tape & Reel Packaged Allows automated pick and place on standard chip shooters Can operate in high speed lines Fully automated product traceability within the production process Small dimensions Uses minimal real estate Can be used in the smallest of PCB applications Markets and Applications Application area is very broad, encompassing high volume PCB assembly. Suggested markets include: Telecommunication – Mobile phone handset – Handset accessories General Consumer – Digital camera, portable stereo, MP3 players, – TV, DVD, Video, Stereo – PC/accessories, printers, scanners – Car audio, mobile navigation and telematic devices Other Markets – Electronic Medical devices – Small hand held devices, PDA’s, pocket data terminals mm Traceability Pad 91658 Module ID Reference Information Product Specification: PS-91658-010 Packaging: Tape & reel Designed In: Millimetres Mechanical Cold Storage: 96hrs in -40°C Dry Heat Storage: 96hrs in +85°C Damp Heat, Thermal Shock, Gradual Reflow Test, Solderability Test Reflow, Salt Sprayand Mixed Gas: no change in the readability of the laser marking Physical Material: Nickel Silver Dimensions: 2.8mm x 1.8mm Thickness: 0.3mm Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C Molex Order No. Description Additional Details 91658-0020 Module ID Traceability Pad Nickel Silver Pad with unique laser etched 2D matrix code 91658-xxxx Module ID Traceability Pad Sequential customer specific numbers will be allocated. (Contact Sales/Customer Service for further details) Bringing People & Technology Together, WorldwideSM Americas Headquarters 2222 Wellington Ct. Lisle, Illinois 60532 USA 1-800-78MOLEX [email protected] Far East North Headquarters Yamato, Kanagawa, Japan 81-462-65-2324 [email protected] Far East South Headquarters Jurong, Singapore 65-6-268-6868 [email protected] European Headquarters Munich, Germany 49-89-413092-0 [email protected] Visit our Web site at http://www.molex.com Corporate Headquarters 2222 Wellington Ct. Lisle, Illinois 60532 USA 630-969-4550