Brief Introduction to the LPKF ProtoMat S63
The LPKF ProtoMat S63 is a high-performance circuit board plotter designed for rapid PCB prototyping. It is an ideal system for in-house PCB prototyping, offering high-quality results and efficient production.
Key Features of the ProtoMat S63
- Automatic tool change and milling width adjustment
- 60,000 rpm spindle motor for high-speed machining
- Precise and accurate milling and drilling capabilities
- Suitable for machining various materials, including PCBs, RF and microwave substrates, and housing materials
- Compact design with a small footprint
Performance Specifications
- Max. material size and layout area (X/Y/Z): 229 mm x 305 mm x 35/22 mm (9” x 12” x 1.4/ 0.9”)
- Resolution (X/Y): 0.5 μm (0.02 mil)
- Repeatability: ± 0.001 mm (± 0.04 mil)
- Travel speed (X/Y): Max. 150 mm/s (6”/s)
Applications of the ProtoMat S63
- Milling and drilling of 1- and 2-sided circuit boards
- Milling and drilling of RF and microwave substrates
- Milling and drilling of multilayers up to 8 layers
- Routing of printed circuit boards
- Engraving of front panels and signs
- Milling cut-outs in front panels
- Milling of SMD solder paste stencils
- Machining of housings
- Depaneling and reworking of printed circuit boards
Software and Control
The ProtoMat S63 comes with a comprehensive software package, LPKF CircuitPro, which allows for easy operation, high-quality results, and fast production. The software imports all common CAD data and transfers the production data to the structuring systems.
References
- LPKF. (n.d.). ProtoMat S63. Retrieved from https://www.lpkf.com/en/industries-technologies/research-in-house-pcb-prototyping/products/lpkf-protomat
- LPKF. (n.d.). CircuitPro. Retrieved from https://app.lpkfusa.com/products/pcb_prototyping/software/circuitpro_pm/
- DirectIndustry. (n.d.). PCB rapid prototyping machine – ProtoMat S63. Retrieved from https://www.directindustry.com/prod/lpkf-laser-electronics/product-9183-435763.html
- CDME. (n.d.). LPKF ProtoMat S63. Retrieved from https://cdme.osu.edu/equipment/lpkf-protomat-s63
- SMTnet. (n.d.). LPKF ProtoMat S-Series. Retrieved from https://smtnet.com/company/index.cfm?catalog_id=18207&company_id=48010&component=catalog&fuseaction=view_company