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Zenith Alpha 3D AOI

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The Koh Young Zenith Alpha 3D AOI is a full 3D automated optical inspection machine. The Koh Young Zenith Alpha 3D AOI uses an 8 MPixel camera with 15μm resolution. The Koh Young Zenith Alpha 3D AOI has Z resolution of 1μm.[1][2]

Zenith Alpha 3D AOI — Inventory photo
Fig. 01Zenith Alpha 3D AOIInventory photo[3]

Power

220 VAC ± 10%, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz[5]

Optics

8 MPixel[1]

What it is

General reference — not yet source-verified

An automated optical inspection (AOI) machine uses cameras to inspect printed circuit board assemblies for defects after the solder reflow process. AOI systems detect missing components, incorrect part placement, solder bridging, insufficient solder, and other assembly flaws. Three-dimensional AOI adds height measurement capability, allowing more accurate detection of lifted leads, tombstoning, and solder joint shape anomalies.

How it works

Illumination is provided by an IR-RGB LED dome-style light source. The inspection speed is 27.14 cm² per second in 3D mode. The integrated camera can read both 1D and 2D barcodes on the PCB or carrier. The system includes an integrated calibration check wedge for verifying measurement accuracy and can detect foreign objects on the board.[1][2][5]

Applications

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Three-dimensional AOI is used for inspecting solder joints, component presence, polarity, offset, tombstoning, and other post-reflow defects. The height measurement capability enables detection of lifted leads and insufficient solder fillet height.

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Power & electrical1

Power Supply
220 VAC ± 10%, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz[5]
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Optics & imaging7

Camera Resolution
8 MPixel[1]
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Inspection Resolution
15 μm[1]
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Z Resolution
1 μm[1]
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Type
Full 3D Automated Optical Inspection[1]
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Camera
8 MPixel camera[1]
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Camera resolution
15μm[1]
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Barcodes
Camera reads 1D and 2D barcodes[1]
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Control & software1

Operating System
Windows 10 IOT Enterprise LTSC 2019[5]
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Dimensions & facilities4

Maximum PCB Weight (L model)
4 kg[5]
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Machine Weight (L model)
600 kg[5]
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Dimensions (L model)
1000 x 1295 x 1627 mm[5]
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PCB weight
4kg[2]
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Configuration & options5

Minimum Component Size
300 μm (0402)[1]
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3D Inspection Speed
27.14 cm²/sec[1]
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Maximum PCB Size (L model)
490 x 510 mm[5]
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Smallest component size
300μm (0402)[1]
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PCB size
490 x 510 mm[2]
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Vintage & configurations

Documented models & variants

DesignationGenerationVintageChangesSource
Alpha HS——Camera resolutions: 6.5M 20μm, 8M 10μm, 8M 15μm; FOV sizes: 51x51 mm, 28x28 mm, 42x43 mm; detection speed up to 55.3 cm²/sec; height measurement up to 4 mm; illumination: IR-RGB LED (Dome Styled)flason-smt.com[5]
Alpha UHS——Camera resolutions: 12M 10μm, 12M 15μm; FOV: 61x46 mm; detection speed up to 57.3 cm²/sec; height measurement 4 mm; illumination: IR-RGB LED (Dome Styled)flason-smt.com[5]
Model L——Single lane: max PCB 490x510 mm; machine weight 600 kg; dimensions 1000x1295x1627 mmflason-smt.com[5]
Model XL——Single lane: max PCB 690x690 mm; dual lane: max 690x320 mm; machine weight 700 kg (single) or 750 kg (dual); dimensions 1200x1475x1627 mmflason-smt.com[5]
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What does it need to run?

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  • Power Supply220 VAC ± 10%, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz[5]

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Frequently asked questions

What PCB sizes can the Koh Young Zenith Alpha inspect?

The L-model single-lane configuration can handle PCBs from 50 mm × 50 mm up to 490 mm × 510 mm, with board thickness from 0.4 mm to 5 mm and a maximum board weight of 4 kg.[5]

What is the smallest component the Zenith Alpha can detect?

The system can detect components as small as 0402 (300 μm) and supports chip sizes down to 01005.[1][2]

What is the inspection speed of the Zenith Alpha?

The 3D inspection speed is 27.14 cm² per second.[1][2]

Does the Zenith Alpha have barcode reading capability?

Yes, the system's camera can read both 1D and 2D barcodes on the PCB or carrier.[1][2]

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  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Zenith Alpha 3D AOI are on record.

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  • The control-system platform and OS era of the Zenith Alpha 3D AOI are not on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the Zenith Alpha 3D AOI are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the Zenith Alpha 3D AOI is not on record.

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  • No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the Zenith Alpha 3D AOI are on record.

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Sources & citations

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  1. [1]smt-innovation.com — smt-innovation.comsmt-innovation.com
  2. [2]efsmt.com — efsmt.comefsmt.com
  3. [3]Inventory photo
  4. [4]Inventory photo
  5. [5]flason-smt.com — flason-smt.comflason-smt.com
  6. [6]Koh Young ZENITH Alpha 3D AOI - YFX Machine — smt-warehouse.comsmt-warehouse.com
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Last updated Sep 27, 2026.

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