The document describes the ProtoMat S-Series of rapid PCB prototyping machines from LPKF. It discusses the advantages of in-house prototyping and highlights key features of the S43, S63, and S103 models. These include high precision milling and drilling, automated board alignment using a fiducial camera, and speeds up to 100,000 RPM. The systems offer a range of capabilities for applications such as RF and flex circuits. Customers benefit from time and cost savings compared to sending designs out for production.

1. ProtoMat S-Series
Rapid PCB Prototyping with LPKF
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2. Why in-house?
• Time saved
- Turnaround times shortened
from days or weeks to hours
• Money saved
- Quick payback period and
high ROI
• More process control
- Designs never leave the
office
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3. Why LPKF?
• In-house prototyping technology innovator
- Over 35 years perfecting the craft
• Maximum precision and accuracy
- Production quality prototypes
• Trusted industry leader
• Lifetime product support
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4. ProtoMat S-Series
Topics
• Capabilities and Applications
• Precision, Accuracy, and Quality
• Speed
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5. Q: What’s in a name?
• A: Spindle speed • Higher spindle speed allows for use
- S43: 40,000 rpm of finer tools, expanding capabilities
- S63: 60,000 rpm
- S103: 100,000 rpm
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6. Capabilities and Applications
All S-Series models
S43
• Milling and drilling single/double
FR4 bare boards
• Milling: 4/8 mil trace/space
• Drilling: Through holes @ 8 mil S63
• Contour routing
• 9” x 12” maximum working space
S103
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7. Capabilities and Applications
Advanced models
• Milling and drilling up to 8 layers
on more delicate substrates
 Fiducial camera, spindle S63
speed
• Milling: 4/4 mil trace/space
 Spindle speed
S103
• Drilling: Through holes, vias, blind
vias @ 6 mil
 Fiducial camera, spindle
speed
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8. Capabilities and Applications
Fiducial Recognition Camera
• Fully automated board
alignment
• Measures cut widths
• Multilayer work possible with
press (up to 8 layers)
• Eliminates the need for set
pins
• Eases and quickens reloading
process
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9. Capabilities and Applications
Advanced models
• RF and microwave applications
 Spindle speed, air foot
S63
• Rework
 Fiducial camera
• Flex, rigid-flex applications
 Vacuum table (S103), spindle S103
speed
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10. Capabilities and Applications
Vacuum Table
• No set pins needed
• Makes rework easy
• Great for flex circuits
• Enables ProConduct plating
on the machine
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11. Capabilities and Applications
Air Bearing Foot
• Pneumatic non-contact depth
limiter
• Ideal for RF and microwave
applications and gold plated
materials
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12. Capabilities and Applications
RF and microwave applications
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13. Capabilities and Applications
Flex, rigid-flex applications
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14. Capabilities and Applications
Substrates
: FR3, FR4, G10
: Polyimide, PTFE, glass/ceramic filled, Al, brass
: Gold-plated, flex circuits
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15. Precision, Accuracy, and Quality
All S-Series models
S43
• Each machine individually
calibrated
• .02 mil (.5 µm) X/Y resolution
• ± .04 mil (1 µm) repeatability S63
• .8 mil (20 µm) front to back
alignment
• Depth limiter
S103
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16. Precision, Accuracy, and Quality
Advanced models
• Automatic milling width adjustment
 Fiducial camera, tool depth
calibration ramp S63
S103
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17. CircuitPro
• Imports CAD data (Gerber,
DXF, HP-GL, etc.)
• Wizard guides you through
the process
• Calculates tool paths and
controls the machine
• Makes process easy and
efficient
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18. Speed
All S-Series models
S43
• 150 mm/s (6 in/s) travel speed
• 100 strokes/min drilling speed
• CircuitPro CAM software
S63
S103
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19. Speed
Advanced models
• Automatic tool change
 Tool depth calibration ramp
S63
• Fiducial recognition camera
• 120 strokes/min drilling speed
 Spindle speed
S103
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20. Speed
Automatic Tool Change
• 15 positions
• Automated board production
- Fiducial camera and
ramp set tool depth
automatically
• Software tracks tool life and
prompts when replacement
will be recommended
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21. What does speed mean?
• 86.5% of LPKF machine owners • Time saved results in…
save 4 days or more per project  Greater project momentum
 Increased productivity
• Of these, 58% save 1 week or  Quicker time-to-market
more per project results
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22. Additional Capabilities
All S-Series models
• Front panels/sign engraving
• SMD stencil cutting
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23. Additional Capabilities
Advanced models
• Solder paste dispensing (S63, • 2.5D milling for depth applications:
S103) Al, Cu, brass, plastics (S103)
- Housings, RF shields, heat
sinks
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24. Additional Capabilities
Solder Paste Dispensing
• Applies solder paste
• .3 mm (12 mil) dot size, .4
mm (16 mil) pad size
• Eliminates need for stencils
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25. Upgradeability
ProtoMat S103
ProtoMat S43 ProtoMat S63
• From S43 to S63 or S103
• From S63 to S103
• Your machine can grow with you
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26. System Upgrades
ProtoMat S43
ProtoMat S63
ProtoMat S103
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27. Conclusion
• Capabilities and applications • Precision, accuracy, and quality
• From analog and digital to • Production quality prototypes
RF and microwave
• Single layer up to 8 layer • Speed
• FR4 to gold-plated • Boards ready before lunch
With the various systems, features, and capabilities, LPKF allows you to dial
in the perfect machine for your current and future prototyping needs.
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28. Thank you for your attention!
LPKF Laser & Electronics · 12555 SW Leveton Dr. · Tualatin, OR 97062
503-454-4219 · sales@lpkfusa.com
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