The protomat requires copper clad fr4 board you can see etched boards lying around the electronics room. The lpkf protomat e44 rapid pcb milling system is a lowcost introduction to the world of professional inhouse printed circuit board prototyping. The lpkf protomat c30 c30s circuitboard plotter is a system for the production of circuit board. Circuitpro pl lpkf circuitpro software included for data preparation on the protolaser models and for operations of the protolaser s4 and u4. For manual tool change, the system features a collet chuck with precise height adjustment by micrometer screw. The lpkf protomat h100 is the best pcb prototyping solution. Lpkf protomat s62 tutorial pt1 if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Hi all, we bought a protomat s103 pcb milling from lpkf and we are still ramping up on this machine. With this feature the lpkf protomat c30 s is able to cut tracks as small as 0. Designmethodologyapproach the lpkf protomat c20 plotter and three kinds of software protel99se, circuitcam, boardmaster were used to rapidly produce pcbs. The integrated uv laser extends the range of possible applications. Tool magazine protomat e33s43 manual tool change 58. Professional inhouse pcb prototyping lpkf protomat circuit. All lpkf structuring systems are supplied with a comprehensive software package, optimized for easy operation, highest quality and fast results.
Lpkf circuitpro runs on the following operating systems. With a focus size of just 15 m, minimum pcb track widths of 50. Lpkf offers easytouse, compatible solutions for all pcb prototyping process steps. All lpkf circuit board plotters include powerful system software for converting layout data into actual printed circuit boards. The e series lpkf protomats are a lowcost introduction to the world of professional printed circuit board prototyping. All lpkf structuring systems are supplied with a comprehensive software package, optimized for easy operation. It offers extensive access to all process parameters. Jun 16, 2014 pcb desing lpkf protomat s62 in this post, i will teach you to make your printed circuit board using a machine alphanumeric control cnc the lpkf protomat s62. If you want to use a different boardmaster version, please contact the lpkf support first. Lpkf protomat c60 circuit board plotter bmi surplus, inc. After clearning with a very small dental brush one of the 0. Precision and speed the protomat s62 delivers precision with system resolution as fine as 0. Standard and optional equipment lpkf protomat m30s lpkf protomat m60 lpkf protomat l60 lpkf protomat x60 mobile sound enclosure not available for l60, x60 circuitcam pcb software standard on m60, l60, x60 3phase 10,000 to 100,000 rpm measuring microscope milling motor, tooling starter kit head illumination circuitview camera system.
Lpkf circuitpro software included with the protomat e34, protomat e44, protomat s63, protomat s103 and the protomat d104. At the end of june 2010 the collet was not holding in drill bits or mill tips. The ideal circuit board plotter for every electronic designer. These boards come in single sided or double sided, and with different copper thickness. About tlm laser founded in january 2006, tlmlaser limited are a dedicated laser service company, providing a second to none service and maintenance program which we can implement to best suit our growing customer demands. The protomat s62 is controlled via the easytouse lpkf boardmaster software. It combines data preparation and system control in one program. The lpkf protomat d104 unites the best features of advanced lpkf protomats with the high precision of the protolaser systems.
The lpkf protomat e34 has a 30 000 rpm spindle, and the e44 even reaches up to 40 000 rpm. The maximum travel speed is up to 100 mm per second. One null modem cable lpkf protomat c30 c30s control unit to computer, 925pin atadapter 3. The lpkf protomat h100 is a musthave tool for professionals who want a complete solution for their prototyping design needs. One lpkf protomat c30 c30 s machine unit with integrated electronics 2. I was hoping you could elaborate a bit more on your protomat setup drill height. One set of accessories adhesive tape, various allen keys, 5 alignment pins, tweezers, brush, 7 mm box spanner, two red registration hole strips, syringe containing oil 4. This manual introduces you to operation of boardmaster 5. Threedimensional operation with its unique motorized zaxis drive, the protomat h100 is ideal for machining instrument front panels and housings, as well as pockets in microwave boards. Around 20 percent of the workforce is engaged in research and development.
Pcb structuring the faster way to create circuit boards mechanical or laser systems enable singlesided and doublesided pcbs, multilayers, highcapacity circuits, rf and microwave pcbs, and rigid and flex pcbs to be manufactured thus offering exciting options for electronic products. Standard and optional equipment lpkf protomat c20 lpkf protomat c40 lpkf protomat c60 lpkf protomat c100hf circuitcam pcb software mobile sound enclosure standard on c60 and c100hf 3phase 10,000 to 100,000 rpm standard on c100hf measuring microscope milling motor, tooling starter kit head illumination circuitview camera system. Generating gerber files from eaglecad this is a tutorial for generating gerber files from a board file. Lpkf introduces new pcb milling machine with uv laser. The lpkf protomat s62 is a stateoftheart circuit board plotter.
Higher speeds greater efficiency 50 percent faster computing time optimised paths 20 percent shorter routing times new look easy to follow and user friendly. The streamlined windows software supplied with the lpkf protomat c30 s is extremely easy to use and comes with a. It was initially added to our database on 02272014. Nov 27, 20 the lpkf protomat d104 is expected to be ready for shipment in early 2014. Lpkf protomat s64 is a stateoftheart circuit board plotter for inhouse rapid pcb prototyping. Elmar palma hemet, california professional profile linkedin. The protomat s62 may only be used for the applications and materials mentioned in this document.
Lpkf sells them in 9 x 12 boards to occupy the full area of the protomat platform, but you can find them in 6 x 6, 12 x 12 and other sizes. For manual tool change both possess a collet with a precise height adjustment by micrometer screw. The supplied lpkf circuitpro cam software facilitates the solution of production requirements. I want a machine that is smarter with less downtime and software that makes more. This compact highspeed system provides superior performance for quickly and easily manufacturing circuit board prototypes in a single day. Rs232 or usb interface depending on the lpkf protomat type. Usually its much better to get a real test jig pcb made with fr4 with silk screen etc. Lpkf circuitpro pm is a suite for all circuit board plotters of the s and dline. Detailed and understandable manuals lead and support the user during the installation, startup and operation of the machines and software programs. The lpkf protomat d104 has perfected this functionality, exhibiting spindle speeds of up to 100 000 rpm, up to 15 autoselect tools, and a repeatability of 1. The 60,000rpm programmable speed motor allows the use of an extended range of tools, including small rectangular profiled endmills with diameters as small as 10 mils. The software now prompts you to insert the specified drill. Already during the installation process lpkf circuitpro checks, which prototyping units will be used and includes them in the production process.
Files created for the university of oklahoma to expedite the transition of projects from eagle to milling on the protomat s100. Enables automated production without manual intervention. Introduction to create a printed circuit board, you need gerber files. Sep 01, 2006 purpose to present the steps for creating printed circuit boards pcbs using protel and an lpkf plotter. Lpkf setting up circuitcam to import files other than gerber and nc drill formats and assigning them to board layers lpkf protomat c30 c30 s manual maintainance and troubleshooting guide byuidaho. The initial suspicion was that there was dirt in the collet. One lpkf protomat c30 c30s machine unit with integrated electronics 2. Price lists emlogic embedded logic solutions pty ltd. One null modem cable lpkf protomat c30 c30 s control unit to computer, 925pin atadapter 3. Lpkf laser and electronics test equipment available for sale, rent, tradein or lease. Lpkf circuitpro transfers design data from cadeda systems. The highlight of this product innovation is a special uv laser. We have had some successes at routing boards but we seem to be hitting snags with the software.
Lpkf circuitpro is the latest generation powerful cam and machine software. The lpkf protomat e44 has a spindle with 40000 rpm. This easytouse software, developed by lpkf, processes the same data that would be sent to a pcb manufacturer. Pcb prototyping emlogic embedded logic solutions pty ltd. Structure single or doublesided circuit boards, drill holes for throughplating and cut individual boards from the base material with a full 9 x 12 working area. The lpkf circuit board plotters are simply indispensable for the fast inhouse production of printed circuit boards, whether for single boards for development projects or small series. The machine will automatically move to the default position. The latest version of lpkf circuitpro is currently unknown. Proton basic compiler lpkf protomat s62 tutorial pt1.
Teaching the milling width adjuster on the s63 and s103. Accommodates up to 15 tools and includes drill bit inspection and automatic milling width adjustment. The circuit board plotter may only be used together with the version of the lpkf software boardmaster included in the scope of delivery. The lpkf protomats set the standard worldwide in precision, flexibility and userfriendliness. For updating an existing software version select the radio button update. Unit is a lpkf protomat c60 circuit board plotter from the manufacturer. In conclusion, the protomat h100 further improves the capabilities for quality inhouse prototyping while offering many timesaving and moneysaving features. With such a resolution up to 3 tracks can be fed through two 110 ic pads.