> There is a video of a machine placing 0604 parts from tape, and
> it seems to work, but there was no info, screen shots or other
> indications of what they were doing.
> 
> Anyway, my Philips CSM84 works well, but I do miss having the accuracy
> of a vision system.  If it eventually croaks, it might make sense to
> add 
> cameras
> and see what I could do in the area of a retrofit with modern
> technology. 

Dear all,

Thank you all for your answers. 

I read about the embedded features like fine tuning of parts. I am not
aware of those features yet and have to test.

The interest of a retrofit is that there is no limit to extending
features, like testing components during picking, testing boards or
placing smaller parts. There is a glue nozzle included, but it is not
working very well. So I can dream of working glue system. Or even place
a small laser to weld the glue ...

Controlling a pick-and-place with LinuxCNC is important in a Free
Software perspective. Also, I want to invest in a technology that will
last many years ahead (if not forever). With LinuxCNC, I know that I can
replace nearly every single component of the machine and still be
working.

I have to organize delivery (I bought several of the same model) and I
will post photos and videos shortly.

Kind regards,

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