Machine vision systems in electronics manufacturing
SMT/THT assembly, soldering, and component control (AOI, SPI)
In electronics manufacturing, flawless soldering and correct component placement are mission-critical. Early errors cause costly rework or defects. Machine vision automates inspection across SMT/THT stages, ensuring accurate solder paste printing, component placement, and soldering quality.
Capabilities
Assembly defect detection — missing, misplaced, misaligned, or tombstoned components;
Solder quality control — identifying bridges, opens, cold joints, and unfilled pads;
3D solder joint inspection — measurement of solder shape, height, and volume;
High-speed full-board inspection — 100% of boards checked in seconds;
MES integration — real-time defect reporting and process correction.
Implementation Example
Synetra Iris integrated with SPI printer and reflow oven.
What the system does
Verifies solder paste volume with ±2% accuracy;
Inspects component placement before soldering;
Detects soldering defects (bridges, voids, excess);
Generates defect maps and image logs.
Result
Assembly defects reduced by 78% in 2 months;
100% transition from manual sampling to full automation;
Defect analysis time cut from 15 minutes to 40 seconds;
Up to 1.5M RUB annual savings from reduced rework and waste.
Cable and harness assembly verification
Errors in wiring harnesses lead to equipment failures and costly warranty claims. Machine vision provides automated verification of each harness, removing dependence on manual inspection.
Capabilities
Wiring scheme verification — color, position, and routing comparison against reference;
Crimp quality control — detection of weak, missing, or damaged crimps;
Component presence check — housings, ties, and labels verified automatically;
OCR label verification — checking printed or laser-engraved identifiers;
Geometry measurement — insulation stripping length, diameter, and harness configuration.
Implementation Example
Synetra Iris for harness assembly lines.
What the system does
Matches harnesses to reference diagrams;
Detects missing crimps, loose wires, or misplaced parts;
Ensures labels and protective housings are present.
Result
Harness defects reduced by 81%;
Assembly errors eliminated;
Labor savings — minus 4 inspectors per shift;
Complete traceability of harness production.
Marking, barcode, and DataMatrix reading
Electronics manufacturing requires reliable traceability of every component. Machine vision ensures fast, error-free reading of miniature codes and complex laser markings.
Capabilities
High-speed scanning — dozens of barcodes/DataMatrix codes read simultaneously;
OCR recognition — text and laser-engraved markings on chips and PCBs;
Verification against database — ensuring codes match production orders;
Code quality grading — ISO/IEC-compliant readability checks;
MES/ERP integration — digital passport for every product.
Implementation Example
Synetra Iris for PCB manufacturing.
What the system does
Reads up to 20 DataMatrix codes on a panel in seconds;
Recognizes text and laser markings on chips;
Verifies code readability and compliance.
Result
Reliable reading of codes as small as 0.13 mm;
100% prevention of assembly mix-ups;
Batch identification time cut from 5 minutes to 10 seconds.
Safety, ESD, cleanroom monitoring, and video analytics
Electronics production demands strict adherence to ESD and cleanroom standards. Machine vision delivers continuous monitoring of conditions and personnel behavior to prevent defects and ensure compliance.
Capabilities
ESD protection control — verifying antistatic bracelets, clothing, and grounding;
Safety zone monitoring — preventing unauthorized access to restricted areas;
Cleanliness monitoring — detecting dust or contamination on work surfaces;
Production tracking — monitoring movement of boards and batches;
MES integration — automatic event reporting for traceability.
Implementation Example
Synetra Iris for cleanroom production of microelectronics.
What the system does
Ensures operators wear ESD protection;
Detects violations of access control;
Monitors contamination and smoke events;
Tracks batch movement across stations.
Result
ESD incidents reduced by 95%;
No defective lots passed to the next stage;
24/7 monitoring without human operators;
First-pass yield improved by 12%.
Advantages of Implementing Machine Vision in Electronics
100% inspection of assembly and soldering;
Reduction of costly rework and defects;
Automated traceability of every component;
Compliance with ESD and cleanroom standards.
Why Choose Us
Proprietary vision algorithms adapted for electronics manufacturing;
AI-based defect classification and miniature code recognition;
Seamless integration with AOI/SPI systems, MES, ERP;
Full-service support — from design to 24/7 maintenance.