Southern Machinery

Vertical Insertion Machine

An automated radial THT component insertion solution for PCB assembly, built around taped component feeding, controlled positioning and in-line production support.

  • Radial taped component insertion
  • PCB size from 50 x 50 to 400 x 300 mm
  • 10 recommended feeder stations
  • Adjustable lead bend angle of 10 to 15 degrees
Southern Machinery radial vertical insertion machine
Product familyRadial insertion platform
ApplicationRadial THT insertion for PCB assembly
PackageVertical taped components
PCB capacityUp to 400 x 300 mm
EvaluationComponent, package and PCB review
THT

Designed to automate the insertion step for radial, vertical taped components in through-hole PCB production.

Product overview

Controlled insertion for radial component assembly

The S3000 platform feeds taped components, brings each part to the insertion position, moves the PCB to programmed coordinates and completes insertion into the board. The supplied manual describes an X-Y worktable, component transfer mechanism, insertion head and lead cutting and bending base as part of the process.

  1. 01 FeedPrepared taped components enter the programmed feed path.
  2. 02 PositionThe PCB moves to the insertion coordinate.
  3. 03 InsertThe insertion head places the component into the PCB holes.
  4. 04 FinishLeads are cut and bent to secure the inserted component.

Machine operation

See the Vertical Insertion Machine in Operation

A supplied factory-operation video showing the insertion head working on a populated PCB. Playback is manual and begins only when the visitor chooses to play it.

Factory operation footageManual playback

Key features

Built around a repeatable radial insertion process

The following points reflect the supplied S3000 product material and manual. Final machine configuration should follow a review of the component, package and PCB design.

01

Taped component feeding

The product material identifies automatic insertion for radial taped package components, with the feed path integrated into the insertion process.

02

Servo and lead screw assembly

The supplied materials describe a servo motor and lead screw insertion unit for controlled component handling and movement.

03

PCB coordinate positioning

The supplied manual describes an X-Y worktable that moves the PCB to the programmed insertion position.

04

Lead cut and bend stage

The mechanism described in the manual cuts, bends and fixes the leads after they enter the PCB holes.

05

Feeder station planning

The S3000 PDF lists 10 stations as the recommended number of feeder stations for the standard specification.

06

Project evaluation

Component package, dimensional limits, lead span and PCB data can be reviewed before final machine and feeder configuration.

Applicable components

Components We Can Handle

The supplied S3000 series manual identifies vertical tape-packaged components including the examples below. Component suitability must remain subject to package and PCB evaluation.

  • Capacitors
  • Resistors
  • Transistors
  • LEDs
  • Fuses and fuse holders
  • Connectors
  • Coils
  • Potentiometers
Check Your Component
Southern Machinery insertion head operating over a THT PCB Actual production image showing the insertion area and a populated THT PCB.

Feeding solutions

Flexible Feeding Solutions for Taped Components

The supplied manual describes a feeder that separates taped components according to the insertion program and transfers them to the chain clips. It also notes compact and standard feeder choices according to customer need.

01

Review the package

Share a component photo, package style, dimensions and lead span for a technical check.

02

Select the feeder format

Compact or standard feeder options can be considered against the part and the production requirement.

03

Confirm the final configuration

Southern Machinery can recommend the appropriate machine and feeder arrangement after evaluation.

Southern Machinery radial insertion machine with feeder stations
Radial insertion machine and feeder station arrangement
Ball screw drive assembly on the worktable
Worktable drive detail
Pneumatic connections inside the radial insertion machine
Pneumatic system detail

Technical data

S3000 Standard Specifications

Core values are reproduced from the supplied S3000 Radial Insertion Machine 2024 PDF, which was used as the primary specification source for this page.

Final performance and configuration should be confirmed after reviewing the actual component, packaging method, PCB layout and production target.
ModelS3000 Radial Inserter
Insertion speed20,000 CPH (specification); 10,000 CPH (actual speed)
Available PCB size50 x 50 to 400 x 300 mm
PCB thickness0.79 to 2.36 mm
Lead span2.5 / 3.5 / 5.0 / 7.5 / 10.0 mm; dual, triple and quad span
Component limitsMax. height 20 mm; max. body diameter 13 mm; max. lead diameter 0.7 mm
Lead trimming length1.5 +/- 0.3 mm (short blade); 2.0 +/- 0.3 mm (long blade)
Lead bend angle10 to 15 degrees, adjustable
Feeder stations10 stations, recommended number of stations
Air source0.6 to 0.8 MPa
Power supply220 V, 50 Hz
Machine dimensions1700 x 1500 x 1600 mm (L x W x H)
Net weight880 kg

CPH means components per hour. Listed values are the supplied standard data and do not replace project-specific confirmation.

Machine details

See the Working Assemblies

Close-up images from the supplied equipment set. Captions describe visible assemblies and the mechanisms named in the supplied manual.

PCB positioning worktable on a Southern Machinery insertion machine
PCB positioning worktableX-Y table and PCB positioning assembly
Rear view of a conveyor and pneumatic assembly
PCB transfer and pneumatic areaMachine rear-side assembly view
Ball screw and linear rail drive detail
Ball screw driveWorktable motion assembly
Air preparation and tank area in the machine base
Air preparation areaAir regulator and tank assembly
Compact drive motor fitted to a machine assembly
Drive motor detailMechanical drive component
Pneumatic valves and tubing inside the machine
Pneumatic connectionsInternal valve and tubing detail

Applications

Radial THT Assembly Applications

The product materials identify the following board and production environments as potential S3000 applications.

01

Power conversion boards

02

LED drivers and lighting products

03

Home appliance controller boards

04

Air-conditioning and audio control boards

05

Set-top box and motherboard projects

06

High-mix PCB assembly environments

Southern Machinery radial insertion machine with accessible feeder side

Southern Machinery support

From component review to line integration

The supplied product materials describe support for machine evaluation, installation and training, customized solutions and spare-parts service. The S3000 manual also describes PCB connection stations for sending boards into and out of the equipment.

  • SMT and THT equipment supply
  • Component insertion evaluation
  • Feeder configuration review
  • Component sample testing
  • PCB handling and line integration
  • Installation and technical support
  • Spare-parts service
  • Customized project solutions

Evaluation FAQ

Information Needed for an Insertion Evaluation

A practical review starts with the component and board data, rather than a general machine request alone.

What information should I send?

Please send a component photo, dimensions, packaging method, lead span, PCB file or board photo, and the required production target.

Can this machine handle my component?

The supplied manual lists several vertical tape-packaged component examples. Southern Machinery should evaluate the actual component, package and PCB before confirming suitability.

Can feeder configuration be discussed before purchase?

Yes. The supplied material describes compact and standard feeder choices. The recommended arrangement depends on the component and the planned production requirement.

Can the machine connect with a PCB line?

The product material describes existing-line integration and the manual describes PCB connection stations. Confirm the required line interface and board flow during project evaluation.

Inquiry

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