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X-Ray Inspection - The Glenbrook Jewel Box-90T
 
 
 
 
 
JewelBox-90T

The JewelBox-90T delivers precision x-ray images of ultra-high resolution and grey scale accuracy without the aberrations of voltage blooming and pincushioning prevalent in other systems.
 
 

Real-time X-ray Inspection System

Glenbrook's patented, award-winning X-ray camera technology, in conjunction with its 5-micron x-ray source, delivers precise x-ray images at magnifications from 7X to 2000X with a resolution of 100 line pairs/mm. The broad energy sensitivity range of the x-ray camera permits x-ray imaging of both high-density and low-density devices.

The JewelBox-90T offers five-axis control over the inspected product, including 360° rotation and tilt. The 90T is approximately half the size and half the price of systems with comparable performance.

 
 
The JewelBox-90T uses a powerful 90kV micro-focus x-ray tube for deep penetration of dense materials, including metal BGAs. The JewelBox-90T uses Glenbrook's X-ray camera, the most sensitive in the world. The camera's sensitivity allows imaging of low-density materials such as plastics, polymers, collagen and urethanes, as well as very small parts fabricated from ceramics and titanium.

All JewelBox inspection systems come with the pre-installed GTI-5000 Image Processing Workstation. The extensive features of the GTI-5000, including Auto-BGA and void measurement, make the JewelBox-90T an ideal laboratory instrument to inspect electronic components. For customers who don't need the advanced capabilities of the GTI-5000, the economical GTI-1000 is available as an option.
 
 
Specifications:

Operating voltage: 120v/220v/50-60 hz (self-switching)

Anode voltage: 90 kV (adjustable)

Magnification: variable from 7X to 2000X

Focal spot size: 5 micron

Focal spot to image plane distance: 9-12" (228.6mm - 304.8mm) (factory preset)

Outside dimensions: 35 1/8"W x 43 1/8"D x 74"H
(892.175mm L x 1095.375mm W x 1879.6mm H)

Inspection compartment dimensions: 30"W x 31"D x 26"H (762mm W x 787.4mm L x 660.4mm H) (customizable up to 36" x 36" (914.4mm x 914.4mm) on request)

Manipulator: five-axis joystick positioner

Image Processing: GTI-5000 image processing workstation pre-loaded on PC with monitor, keyboard, mouse.
 
All JewelBox systems are supplied with PC computer, monitor, keyboard,
mouse and computer console (not shown).
 
 
Both product lines use the patented MXRA x-ray camera, which is unequaled in its ability to image soft materials such as plastics, polymers, collagen and rubbers, as well as other low-density materials, including ceramics and titanium.

High-Resolution Inspection for Electronics Fabrication Applications

When used with the GTI-5000 Image Processing Workstation, Jewel Box x-ray inspection systems become powerful tools to evaluate electronic components, including BGAs, Micro-BGAs and flip chips.
 
 
Glenbrook's Jewel Box delivers superior image quality - with excellent resolution and sensitivity - for laboratory and failure analysis applications. The system's high-resolution X-ray camera and 10-micron MicroTech X-ray source provide magnification from 15X up to 500X, with resolution of 100 line pairs/mm.
 
 
Progressive magnification allows inspection of multiple details.
 

24X view of an IC

The same IC at 65X
   
   

At 250X, ball bonds may be inspected

Also at 250X, wedge bonds are revealed
 
 
High-resolution inspection applications:
sample images of defects as viewed on the Jewel Box
 

Image of a surface mounted IC permits inspection of the wires within the IC and the solder joint quality of the leads, revealing insufficient solder on the right-most lead.


Image of a
micro BGA,
rotated, reveals wire sweeps
and solder ball
shape.

  

Solder joints on a flip chip:
note the large number of
voids in each joint
and bridging
at the
left side.
 

Dimensional view of solder balls
pinpoints the precise location
of solder voids within the balls.

Die attach, showing voids
in the epoxy connecting the
silicon to the metal lead frame.
 
 
In addition to generating high-quality images of solder joints and bonds in advanced technology packages that cannot be verified by visual inspection., the Jewel Box has the sensitivity to inspect soft materials, such as molded plastics and encapsulants, as easily as components and electronic assemblies.

The transparent enclosure on all four sides of the Jewel Box allows easy viewing from any angle. The positioner features five-axis control, including 360° rotation and tilt. The quadratic proportional controller ensures precision control over the full range of posi-tioning speeds.

The Jewel Box employs Glenbrook's patented, award-winning X-ray camera technology . The system has a compact footprint and may be placed on a desk or countertop, or mounted on an optional wheeled cabinet base.