Automated 3D data conversion and 3D-MID prototyping
Features include photo realistic images of the PCB and SMD stencil and STEP file generation. In addition, a freely rotatable 3D view in PDF format is created, which can be viewed using Adobe Reader. A link to order a laser sintered 3D model of the assembled PCB is provided and a free 3D model is offered with PCB-Pool prototype orders and can be used effectively for collision checking.
The company will also introduce “3D-MID prototypes”. MID (moulded interconnect device) is the production of mouldings with integrated conductive structures.
In mass production, these mouldings are manufactured using injection moulding techniques, for prototyping purposes this method of course is not economically feasible. In the near future Beta Layout will offer the ability to manufacture MID components in prototype and small batch quantities, including the production of formed components by 3D printing, metallic coating and laser patterning, selective metallization and component mounting.
For the design of 3D-MID components, developers can download the free PCB – Pool edition of the layout software Target 3001!, which will have extended design features.
Visit Beta Layout GmbH at www.pcb-pool.com
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