SIPLACE SX Series: The Ultimate Flexible Placement Platform for High-Mix SMT Production

The SIPLACE SX series (SX1, SX2) is a modular, high-performance placement platform engineered for the challenges of modern electronics manufacturing. With speeds up to 86,500 CPH, support for components from 0201 (metric) to 200mm x 110mm x 50mm, and PCBs up to 1,525mm x 560mm, it delivers unparalleled flexibility, precision (down to 22 μm @ 3σ), and intelligent automation for today’s dynamic production environments.
Where the SIPLACE SX Series Excels: Ideal Applications
The SX series truly shines in high-mix, low-to-medium volume production environments where flexibility, fast changeovers, and handling a wide variety of components are more critical than raw speed alone. Based on its unique features, here are the most suitable applications:
1. Automotive Electronics & Industrial Controls
Why it fits: These sectors demand zero-defect quality, complete traceability, and process stability. The SX series offers the OSC Package for very odd-shaped, large, or heavy components (up to 300g and 50mm height), Snap-in Detection for THT (through-hole) components, and Smart Pin Support to prevent PCB bending. The TWIN head can place components up to 50mm tall with 100N force, perfect for connectors and power modules.
Typical products: ECU (engine control units), power inverters, battery management systems (BMS), sensor modules, industrial drives, and PLCs.
2. Medical Devices & High-Reliability Equipment
Why it fits: These applications require exceptional precision, process documentation, and component traceability. The SX series’ 22 μm @ 3σ accuracy and high-resolution component cameras (with 3D imaging capability) ensure flawless placement of miniature components and complex BGAs. The machine’s self-verification and self-learning functions reduce human error.
Typical products: Patient monitors, diagnostic equipment, hearing aids, implantable devices, and laboratory analyzers.
3. Aerospace, Defense & Communications Infrastructure
Why it fits: These sectors often use large, heavy, or odd-shaped components and require high-mix, low-volume assembly with strict quality standards. The SX series supports PCBs up to 1,525mm long, making it ideal for backplanes and large communication boards. The CPP head handles components up to 20g and 15.5mm height with automatic pin-1 detection.
Typical products: Radar systems, avionics modules, satellite communication boards, high-end routers, and 5G base station equipment.
4. High-Mix EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services)
Why it fits: EMS providers handle a vast array of customer products with constantly changing requirements. The SX series’ interchangeable gantries allow for “capacity on demand”—adding or removing placement capacity in minutes to balance production lines. Its ability to mix third-party feeders, support various component types (tapes, sticks, bowls, trays), and process boards of all sizes makes it the ultimate flexible workhorse.
Typical products: A wide variety of consumer, industrial, and automotive PCBs for different clients.
5. LED Lighting & Specialty Modules
Why it fits: These products often use large, odd-shaped boards and require gentle handling of sensitive components. The SX series offers placement force control from 0.5N (touchless for delicate LEDs) to 100N (for robust connectors), ensuring high yields.
Typical products: Large LED panels, automotive lighting modules, and specialty display boards.