Micromat PC 2
MICROMAT
PCB DRILLING SYSTEM
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Micromat World of Drilling. If you are an existing Micromat user you
will already be aware of the advanced features and concepts of the Micromat control
system.
The Model 1575 takes those features a step further in usability. This screen based
control system provides an unequalled clarity of comprehension and with direct CAD
disk compatibility there should be no circuit boards that you cannot process.
The disk input facilities can handle all formats of CAD drill data and include a graphic
positioning system to handle those awkward files.
The system equipped with a fast, efficient, drill path optimiser to further enhance your
productivity.
Routing profiles can be programmed very quickly and will show a considerable time
saving over conventional sawing or pin routing methods, especially in the case of small
irregular shapes.
The Micromat controller can be programmed either manually, or by loading the drill
data directly from disk. Drilling and routing programs are saved on floppy disk or can
be transferred to a central computer system via a Local Area Network.
As with any computer-controlled machine, the Micromat will only do what the operator
tells it to do, so in order to obtain the best results it's operation must be fully understood
by the operator.
The following instructions should be read carefully, using the machine for reference,
until the procedures become familiar. It is not necessary to actually drill anything to
become aware of the machine's capabilities since use of the CHECK mode allows
programs to be entered and visually inspected with the built in TV system. This not
only provides a valuable training aid, but also a necessary testing facility for any entered
programs prior to actual drilling or routing operations.
The Auto Tool Change version offers improved output and accuracy since the boards do
not have to be removed between runs of different drill sizes.
