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EPD v8.2 includes netlist capture upgrades such as accurately capturing irregular shape component bondpads, captures clips and heatslugs in leadframes. Supports AutoCAD version 2015 and BricsCAD v. 14.2. Improved 3D Bondwire clearance checking technology works on 3D EPD-created JEDEC wires.

CAD Design Software, a Division of CAD Design Services, cad-design.com/support/epd82releasenotes.html

ProtoLaser LDI is a high-res, table top laser direct imaging system for prototyping on resist-covered substrates. Has a software-selectable 1 or 3µm laser beam spot. Has a working area of nearly 4" x 4". Is for creating ultrafine features required by the microfluidic and MEMS industry. Activates UV resist-covered substrates from CAD. Can be used on a variety of substrates.

LPKF, www.lpkf.com

25X Measuring Microscope Pen is a pocket-sized microscope with measuring reticle for precision measurements. Is for inspecting defects and measuring conductor and pad widths, plated holes, and other tiny features and components on circuit boards. Field of view is 3.3 mm, with a scale division of 0.05 mm.

CircuitMedic, http://www.circuitmedic.com/parts/115-3115.shtml

GT32 Series high-speed 1.5mm pitch connector employs pin-in-hole intrusive reflow method to improve PCB retention force and enable a one-time reflow process with other SMT components. Features positive locking structure that prevents partial locking, incomplete engagement and accidental disengagement. Offers enhanced EMI shielding and low near-end crosstalk. Supports LVDS, USB3.0 and HDMI 1.4a Type E, and comes in several versions including a 4-position model with transmission speeds up to 3Gbps/pair, a 10-position version with transmission speeds up to 5Gbps/pair, and a 19-position model with transmission speeds up to 2Gbps/pair. Resists vibration, physical and thermal shock (1000 cycles from -40° to +85°C), sulfur dioxide and heat up to 105°C. Lock strength 98 N. RoHS and ELV compliant. Rated voltage 30V AC, rated current of 1A, contact resistance 30m ohms maximum (shielded), and insulation resistance 100M ohms minimum at 500V DC.

Hirose, www.hirose.com/us

Starter Library for Mentor Graphics Pads and xDx Designer software is compatible with the VX and 9.5 releases. Is comprised of more than 11,000 current manufacturer part numbers along with associated schematic symbols and footprints. Is IPC-7351B-compliant and comes with a wide variety of device types, well-defined partitions for easy navigation, and descriptions of standards used to create the library. Free for customers on active Mentor support.

Optimum Design Associates, www.optimumdesign.com

VTOS DDR standalone DDR verification tool now supports board designs using Sitara AM335x processors from Texas Instruments. Permits configuration, verification, and tuning of DDR memory for board designs. Integrates with vAccess for automated production test. Provides simple user interface and working board examples for configuring and tuning DDR memory in minutes. Can be tailored for custom board designs. Comes with memory part configuration settings, which also can be tailored to match new memory parts. Flexible user interface alters any memory mapped register, and run-time scripting allows custom testing and tuning. With a JTAG programmer, verifies DDR memory for new board designs that don’t have software loaded.

Kozio, www.kozio.com/content/vtos-ddr