SMT Vibration Feeders

Dobeter supply a wide range of SMT vibration feeders use vibration motors to move small, lightweight surface mount components from a feeder bowl to the pick-and-place machine head, enabling high-speed and efficient component supply in SMT assembly. Dobeter’s SMT vibration feeders are specialized devices in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) assembly lines that use controlled vibrations to transport electronic components. The vibration motor induces precise oscillations that gently move components along a path—commonly a feeder bowl or tube—toward the pick-up point of the placement machine. This mechanism helps maintain a smooth flow without jamming, especially for small and lightweight parts.
Dobeter’s SMT vibration feeders are particularly effective for feeding small, non-polar components like MELF resistors and capacitors. Because vibration helps keep components oriented and prevents sticking or blockage, these feeders improve efficiency and reduce downtime. However, SMT vibration feeders are generally not suitable for polar or highly sensitive components that require careful orientation or gentle handling.
In a typical SMT placement machine setup, components arrive in tape, tray, tube, or bulk packaging and are fed to the machine using various feeders. SMT vibration feeders feeders commonly support bulk or tube feeding where parts need gentle but steady movement. Their efficient operation ensures consistent supply for the pick-and-place head, minimizing errors and improving throughput.
Dobeter’s SMT vibration feeders play a vital role in automating the feeding of small components during SMT manufacturing. Their use of vibration motors provides a fast, reliable, and efficient way to move components to the pick-and-place machine, helping maintain high production speeds and quality results.