The PINInsert 3200 by SM Contact is a high-performance automatic pin insertion machine designed for precise and efficient insertion of press-fit pins, eye-of-the-needle pins, and custom connector pins into printed circuit boards (PCBs). Engineered for modern electronics manufacturing, the machine delivers exceptional accuracy, repeatability, and productivity while reducing labor costs and minimizing production errors.
High-Precision Automatic Pin Insertion
The PINInsert 3200 automates the entire PCB pin insertion process, ensuring every pin is inserted with controlled force and precise positioning. Advanced motion control technology guarantees repeatable results even for complex PCB layouts and high-density assemblies.
The system is compatible with various connector pins, terminal pins, press-fit contacts, and eye-of-the-needle contacts, making it a versatile solution for multiple production requirements.
Increase Productivity and Reduce Manufacturing Costs
Replacing manual assembly with an automatic pin insertion system significantly improves production efficiency. The PINInsert 3200 enables manufacturers to:
- Increase production throughput
- Reduce manual labor
- Improve assembly consistency
- Minimize insertion defects
- Lower manufacturing costs
- Ensure stable product quality
These advantages make the machine ideal for both medium- and high-volume production environments.
Designed for Modern Electronics Manufacturing
The PINInsert 3200 is suitable for manufacturing:
- Power modules
- Inverters
- Electric motor controllers
- Automotive ECUs
- Industrial control systems
- Battery management systems (BMS)
- High-current electronic assemblies
- Custom PCB connector applications
Its flexible configuration allows manufacturers to adapt the machine to different PCB sizes, pin types, and production requirements.
Reliable Performance for High-Volume Production
SM Contact developed the PINInsert 3200 with reliability and long-term operation in mind. The robust mechanical design and precision positioning system ensure stable performance during continuous production while maintaining high insertion accuracy.
Combined with SM Contact’s expertise in pin connectors, splice technology, and automated assembly equipment, the machine becomes part of a complete manufacturing solution for modern electronics production.
Technical Characteristics
| Power supply | 220 V 50 Hz 10 A |
| Power | 3,0 kW |
| Air pressure | 6 bar |
| Instantaneous cycle time | 500 ms/pin |
| Pin max length (standard version) | 25 mm |
| Pin max length (long version) | 60 mm |
| Pin max cross section | 1,5 mm x 1,5 mm |
| PCB dimensions | min 50 x 50 mm, max 400 x 400 mm |
| Time of insertion head change | 10 min. |
| Time of set of part change into insertion head | 15 min. |
| Standard motorized X axis (option) | 400 mm stroke |
| Standard motorized Y axis (option) | 400 mm stroke |
| Weight (basic) | app. 1500 kg |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 1860 x 1730 x 1670 mm |
| Conveyor height from the floor | 350 ± 30 mm |
| CE conformity | ✓ |
Pins unreeling systems
There are various pin feeding systems according to each pin type: end-to-end pins floor-mount unreeler, carrier pins unreeler for bandolier pins, terminal unreeler.
Conveyor table
Adjustable table enables pin insertion into PCBs, which have length and width from 50 to 400 mm and thickness from 0,5 to 4 mm.
It is fitted with universal clamps for PCB plates and anvil supporting a plate from the bottom at insertion point. Thanks to it, there is no need to change fixture when changing to application with different dimensions.
Conveyor control interface is SMEMA-compatible. This allows integration of the machine into the assembly line of surface-mounted PCBs and product traceability system.
Electrical insertion head
This head is fully interchangeable that simplifies change to new application. There are several types of insertion heads according to pin types: end-to-end, right angle, U-band (bandolier) or terminals.
Insertion accuracy is highly stable and equals to ±0,05 mm (CPK > 1,68).
Insertion depth is controlled by encoder and can be programmed to one-hundredth of a millimeter in the PC editor whereas equipment of other brands should be mechanically set. Thus there is no need in mechanical adjustment for each new series.
Insertion technique involves the use of precut round or square wire with acceptable section from 0,3 to 1,5 mm (with servo-drive head) or 1 mm (with pneumatic head).
Indexation system
The pin is fixed in the insertion head one step before cutting position, which decreases the tolerance of pin length and thus provides cutting and insertion precision.
Easy-to-operate PC interface with standard PC keyboard & mouse
Lighting & safety beams
Safety beams detect foreign object presence and stop the machine. This feature as well as work area lighting guarantees operator’s safety.
Laser control of components position
This option allows to detect wrong positioning, sends an error message on the screen and doesn’t let the machine work till the component is correctly placed.
Insertion height camera control
Low/high definition camera with integrated logics for pin height insertion control.
Insertion camera control
Camera checks position of basic holes in PCB. According to this data the program corrects installation positions of pins. In that way errors in PCB production are compensated.
Pin presence laser control
This system lets the machine differ empty slots and already inserted pins. New pins are mounted into empty slots only and other positions are skipped.
Insertion force control
System controls each insertion and compares it to the reference values of insertion force. In case of deviation machine stops automatically or gives an alarm sound.
Poka Yoke
Parts indicated by laser or insertion force sensor as defective are to be thrown into special container. Until these parts are detected inside of the container, the machine wouldn’t continue operation.
Force data export to Excel
System allows to download all the insertion data in Excel format.
Data Matrix barcode reader
For program autochange.
