The ASM SIPLACE TX1 pick and place machine is a compact single-gantry SMT mounter developed for production lines that require high placement quality, flexible component handling and efficient use of factory space. Depending on the installed CP20, CPP or TWIN placement head, the TX1 can be configured for high-speed chip placement, mixed-component production or precision handling of large and odd-shaped components.
A later high-speed TX1 configuration provides published benchmark performance of up to approximately 44,000 components per hour, while the current ASMPT product page lists approximately 43,000 CPH. The exact rating should therefore be matched to the machine generation, installed head, component camera and software version rather than assumed from the TX1 model name alone.
GEEKVALUE supplies available used, inspected and refurbished SIPLACE TX1 machines according to the placement-head configuration, conveyor system, feeder package, software version and equipment condition. Explore the complete ASM SIPLACE TX Series to compare TX1, TX2 and TX2i placement platforms.
ASM SIPLACE TX1 Machine Overview
The TX1 is the single-gantry configuration within the compact SIPLACE TX platform. One placement head is installed on the gantry, allowing the production role of the machine to be selected according to the component mix.
A TX1 equipped with a CP20 head is primarily used for rapid placement of very small and standard tape-fed components. A CPP-equipped TX1 provides a broader component range and software-selectable placement modes. A TX1 fitted with a TWIN head can operate as a compact end-of-line mounter for larger ICs, connectors and selected odd-shaped components.
Compact single-gantry placement platform
One configurable placement-head position
Published benchmark output up to approximately 43,000–44,000 CPH
CP20 high-speed placement-head option
CPP flexible placement-head option
TWIN precision and odd-shaped component head option
Up to 80 positions for standard 8 mm tape feeders
Flexible dual-lane PCB conveyor
Dual conveyor usable as one wider lane
Optional PCB length up to approximately 590 mm
Component coverage from very small chips to selected large components
Suitable for compact SMT lines, line balancing and flexible end-of-line placement
ASM SIPLACE TX1 Technical Specifications
| Specification | Typical SIPLACE TX1 Platform Capability |
|---|---|
| Machine model | ASM SIPLACE TX1 |
| Machine type | Compact single-gantry SMT pick and place machine |
| Number of placement gantries | 1 |
| Number of installed heads | 1 placement head |
| Available placement heads | CP20, CPP or TWIN, depending on machine generation and configuration |
| Later published benchmark speed | Up to approximately 43,000–44,000 CPH with a suitable high-speed configuration |
| Standard high-speed accuracy | Approximately ±25 μm at 3 sigma with the relevant CP20 configuration |
| Overall platform component range | Approximately 0.12 × 0.12 mm to selected components around 200 × 110 mm, depending on the installed head |
| Later TWIN platform capability | Selected components may extend to approximately 200 × 150 × 25 mm with the appropriate later TWIN configuration |
| Maximum feeder capacity | Up to 80 positions for standard 8 mm tape feeders |
| Minimum PCB size | Approximately 50 × 45 mm on later specifications |
| Standard dual-lane PCB format | Up to approximately 375 × 260 mm per lane |
| Dual conveyor in single-lane mode | Up to approximately 375 × 460 mm |
| Long Board Option | PCB length up to approximately 590 mm |
| Machine dimensions | Approximately 1.00 × 2.35 × 1.45 m |
| Typical power consumption | Approximately 2.0 kW with vacuum pump or 1.2 kW without vacuum pump on later platform data |
| Component supply | Tape feeders, JEDEC trays, SIPLACE Tray Unit, Linear Dipping Unit, Glue Feeder and special application systems |
| Typical production role | Compact high-speed placement, flexible mixed-component production or end-of-line placement |
Configuration notice: SIPLACE TX specifications changed during the product lifecycle. Final machine capability must be verified from the actual nameplate, manufacturing year, installed placement head, camera system, conveyor, feeder interface and software version.
Why the TX1 Is Different From the TX2
The TX1 and TX2 use the same compact platform concept, but they do not provide the same number of placement gantries or the same maximum output.
The TX1 has one placement gantry and one head position. The TX2 has two gantries and two head positions. A standard TX1 should therefore not be advertised using TX2 or TX2i placement-speed values.
| Comparison | SIPLACE TX1 | SIPLACE TX2 | SIPLACE TX2i |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placement configuration | Single-gantry machine | Dual-gantry machine | Highest-output dual-gantry configuration |
| Later benchmark speed | Approximately 43,000–44,000 CPH | Up to approximately 85,500 CPH | Up to approximately 96,000 CPH |
| Head positions | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Maximum 8 mm feeder positions | Up to 80 | Up to 80 | Up to 80 |
| Typical production role | Compact capacity, line balancing or flexible placement | Higher-output mixed or high-speed production | Maximum compact-platform throughput |
| Configuration verification | Confirm the single installed head | Confirm both installed heads | Confirm complete TX2i model and performance package |
A TX1 cannot be described as supporting both single- and dual-gantry production without a significant machine reconfiguration. When two active placement heads are required, a TX2 or TX2i should be evaluated.
Review the ASM SIPLACE TX2 placement machine when the production program requires two placement gantries or higher machine-level output.
Understanding the TX1 Placement-Speed Rating
TX1 performance figures vary between document generations. Earlier product information often grouped TX1 and TX2 together and published combined platform values. Later specifications identify the single-gantry TX1 separately.
| Documentation Description | Published Value | Correct Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Earlier TX1/TX2 platform brochure | Up to approximately 78,000 CPH | Grouped platform value associated with a two-head high-speed configuration, not a reliable single-head TX1 rating |
| 2023 TX specification | Up to approximately 44,000 CPH | Later TX1 benchmark rating |
| Current ASMPT product page | Up to approximately 43,000 CPH | Current published TX1 platform rating |
| Actual production output | Application-dependent | Determined by the head, PCB program, component mix and machine condition |
The difference between 43,000 and 44,000 CPH reflects documentation revision and machine-generation details. It is more accurate to describe the TX1 as providing benchmark performance of approximately 43,000–44,000 CPH than to guarantee one fixed output for every machine.
Factors That Affect Actual TX1 Output
CP20, CPP or TWIN placement-head configuration
Total number of placements on each PCB
Component feeder positions
Component tape widths
PCB dimensions and panel arrangement
Required component rotations
Number of nozzle types
Nozzle-change frequency
Tray access and special component-supply time
Vision-inspection requirements
Placement-force requirements
Conveyor loading and unloading time
Pickup retries and component rejection rate
Head, nozzle and feeder condition
Programming and complete line balance
A realistic cycle-time estimate should be based on the actual PCB BOM, placement coordinates, feeder layout, panel dimensions and target hourly output.
TX1 With the CP20 High-Speed Placement Head
A SIPLACE TX1 equipped with the CP20 head is designed for rapid placement of small standard surface-mount components. This is the configuration most closely associated with the maximum TX1 machine-speed rating.
The CP20 uses a 20-segment Collect & Place operating principle. Multiple components can be collected from the feeder area, inspected by the component camera and placed onto the stationary PCB during one optimized head cycle.
| Placement-head type | CP20 high-speed Collect & Place head |
|---|---|
| Component range | Approximately 0.12 × 0.12 mm to 8.2 × 8.2 mm |
| Maximum component height | Approximately 4 mm |
| Maximum published head speed | Up to approximately 48,000 CPH |
| Published accuracy | Approximately ±25 μm at 3 sigma |
| Placement-force range | Approximately 0.5 N to 4.5 N |
| Primary production role | High-speed placement of small standard components |
Typical CP20 Components
Chip resistors
Multilayer ceramic capacitors
Small diodes
SOT transistors
Resistor and capacitor arrays
Small-outline integrated circuits
Small CSP and BGA packages
LED components
Other high-volume tape-fed SMD packages
The maximum CP20 head speed and maximum TX1 machine speed are not identical. Machine-level performance also includes feeder access, head travel, PCB transport, component recognition and program-specific movements.
TX1 With the CPP Flexible Placement Head
A CPP-equipped TX1 is intended for production programs that require more component flexibility than a dedicated high-speed chip-placement configuration.
The CPP head can switch through software between three operating methods:
Collect & Place mode for smaller components
Pick & Place mode for larger packages
Mixed mode for products containing different component types
| Placement-head type | CPP flexible placement head |
|---|---|
| Component range | Approximately 01005 metric to 50 × 40 mm |
| Maximum component height | Approximately 15.5 mm |
| Maximum published head speed | Approximately 25,500–26,000 CPH |
| Published accuracy | Approximately ±34–35 μm at 3 sigma, depending on document generation |
| Placement-force range | Approximately 1 N to 15 N |
| Primary production role | Flexible placement of passive components and medium-sized IC packages |
Typical CPP Applications
Chip components and small passive devices
QFN and CSP packages
BGA and QFP packages
Medium-sized integrated circuits
Components requiring controlled placement force
Products with frequent component-mix changes
High-mix EMS production
Automotive and industrial PCB assemblies
A CPP-equipped TX1 may provide lower maximum output than a CP20 configuration, but it can reduce the need for a separate flexible placement machine when the component spectrum remains within the CPP range.
TX1 With the TWIN Placement Head
A TWIN-equipped TX1 can be used as a compact end-of-line placement machine for large, heavy, tall, fine-pitch and selected odd-shaped components.
The TWIN head processes components individually and can use vacuum nozzles, special adapters or application-specific mechanical grippers.
| Placement-head type | TWIN precision and high-force placement head |
|---|---|
| Conservative platform component range | Approximately 0201 metric to selected components up to 200 × 110 mm |
| Later published platform range | Selected components up to approximately 200 × 150 mm with the applicable TWIN generation |
| Maximum component height | Approximately 25 mm |
| Maximum published head speed | Up to approximately 5,500 CPH |
| Published accuracy | Approximately ±22–26 μm at 3 sigma, depending on head generation |
| Placement force | Approximately 1 N to 30 N on representative configurations; later TWIN VHF versions may support higher forces |
| Primary production role | Large, heavy, precision and odd-shaped component placement |
Typical TWIN Applications
Large BGA and QFP packages
Large connectors
Sockets and switches
Coils and transformers
Power-electronic devices
Tray-fed processors and controllers
Mechanical electronic components
Parts requiring controlled insertion force
Selected odd-shaped components
The largest published component dimensions do not mean that every part of that size can automatically be placed. Compatibility also depends on component weight, pickup surface, centre of gravity, camera field, tooling, feeder presentation and available clearance above the PCB.
Selecting the Correct TX1 Head Configuration
| Production Requirement | Recommended TX1 Head Direction | Main Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum output for small tape-fed components | CP20 | Highest head speed and strong small-component accuracy |
| Small components and medium-sized IC packages | CPP | Software-selectable placement modes and broader component range |
| Large ICs, connectors and odd-shaped components | TWIN | Greater size, force and tooling flexibility |
| Compact flexible machine at the end of a high-speed line | CPP or TWIN | Completes packages that cannot be processed by the main chip mounter |
| Additional small-component capacity in limited floor space | CP20 | High output within approximately one metre of line length |
The TX1 has only one active head position. Selecting the correct head is therefore more important than on a TX2, where two different head types may operate within the same machine.
Compact One-Metre Placement Module
The SIPLACE TX1 occupies approximately one metre of production-line length. This compact format allows placement capacity or specialized component capability to be added without significantly extending the complete SMT line.
Advantages of the Compact TX1 Format
Add placement capacity in a limited factory area
Install a specialized CPP or TWIN machine after a high-speed mounter
Increase output in approximately one-metre line increments
Maintain a lower machine height for clearer line visibility
Use feeder positions on both sides of a compact module
Balance an existing TX line without installing another dual-head machine
Replace a failed TX1 with minimal change to the surrounding layout
Line planning should still consider feeder-cart access, maintenance space, operator movement, electrical connections, compressed air and the interfaces with upstream and downstream machines.
80 Feeder Positions and SIPLACE Material Supply
The SIPLACE TX1 provides up to 80 positions when component capacity is calculated using standard 8 mm feeder width.
Wider tape feeders occupy multiple positions. The actual number of installed feeder units therefore depends on the required combination of 8 mm, 12 mm, 16 mm, 24 mm, 32 mm and wider component tapes.
Available Component-Supply Options
8 mm SIPLACE X and SmartFeeder Xi units
12 mm and 16 mm tape feeders
24 mm, 32 mm and wider tape feeders
JEDEC component trays
SIPLACE Tray Unit
Linear Dipping Unit
Glue Feeder
Force Verification Feeder
Measuring Feeder
Application-specific component-supply systems
Feeder Package Information to Confirm
Number of feeder carts supplied
Number of included 8 mm feeders
Quantity and width of larger tape feeders
Feeder model and part numbers
Feeder firmware and machine compatibility
Feeder calibration condition
Tape-indexing and pickup performance
Cart docking and communication condition
Reel holders and waste-tape containers
Required spare feeder quantity
Feeders, carts, trays and special component-supply systems are not automatically included with every used TX1. The quotation should identify the machine, head, nozzles, carts, feeders and accessories separately.
Flexible Dual-Lane PCB Conveyor
The SIPLACE TX1 may use a flexible dual-lane conveyor that can also operate as one wider single lane.
Dual-Lane Production
A representative standard dual-lane configuration supports boards up to approximately 375 × 260 mm on each lane.
Dual-lane operation can reduce non-productive transport time by allowing another PCB to enter, wait or leave while the opposite lane remains active.
Dual Conveyor Used as One Wider Lane
When the flexible conveyor is operated as one lane, it can support boards up to approximately 375 × 460 mm in representative standard configurations.
Long Board Option
With the relevant Long Board Option, maximum PCB length can extend to approximately 590 mm. Without this option, the standard maximum length is approximately 375 mm.
PCB Information Required Before Selection
Minimum PCB length and width
Maximum PCB or panel dimensions
PCB thickness
Maximum assembled-board weight
Single-lane or dual-lane production requirement
Same or different product on each lane
Required transport direction
Fixed conveyor-rail position
Production-line height
PCB edge-clearance requirement
Long Board Option requirement
Board support and warpage-control requirement
Interface with upstream and downstream equipment
Request actual conveyor photographs, measurements and a powered-on PCB transport test before confirming compatibility with a particular product.
Digital Vision and Closed-Loop Placement Control
The SIPLACE TX platform combines digital component vision, linear drives, sensors and software-controlled correction to maintain placement stability.
Depending on the inspected machine and installed options, available functions may include:
Component-presence detection
Vacuum monitoring during pickup and placement
Component-position and rotation correction
Programmable placement-force control
PCB fiducial recognition
Automatic PCB warpage measurement and compensation
Bad-board and bad-panel recognition
Component-specific illumination
Crack and chipping detection
Odd-shaped component recognition
On-board PCB inspection
Barcode and QR-code reading
Material setup verification
Component traceability
The TX1 model designation does not confirm that every camera, scanner, sensor or software option is installed. Required functions should be demonstrated on the actual machine.
TX1 as a Compact End-of-Line Mounter
A TX1 equipped with CPP or TWIN can be installed after a high-speed chip-placement machine to complete components that require a wider camera field, higher placement force, tray supply or special tooling.
A representative line may include:
PCB loader
Solder paste printer
3D solder paste inspection system
TX2, TX2i or another high-speed chip mounter
TX1 with CPP or TWIN placement head
Reflow oven
Automatic optical inspection system
PCB unloader
In this arrangement, the high-speed machine processes most passive components while the TX1 completes larger ICs, connectors, tray-fed devices and selected odd-shaped parts.
A CP20-equipped TX1 can also be positioned at the front of the placement section to add small-component capacity without installing another dual-gantry machine.
Typical SIPLACE TX1 Applications
Automotive electronic modules
Industrial control PCB assemblies
Telecommunications equipment
Server and network electronics
Consumer electronic products
Medical electronic assemblies
Power-management products
LED and display-control boards
High-mix EMS production
Tray-fed IC placement
Connector and odd-shaped component placement
Compact SMT line expansion
Replacement of an existing TX1 machine
The correct TX1 configuration should be selected according to the real component spectrum rather than the machine model alone.
Used ASM SIPLACE TX1 Inspection Checklist
A used TX1 should be evaluated as a complete placement system. A successful startup or clean exterior does not confirm that the head, camera, feeders and conveyor can maintain production stability.
1. Machine Identification
Complete TX1 machine nameplate
Machine item and serial numbers
Manufacturing year
Total operating hours
Total placement counter
Original factory configuration
Current installed configuration
Station-software version
Programming-software compatibility
2. Placement-Head Identification
CP20, CPP or TWIN head confirmation
Head part and serial numbers
Head operating hours
Head placement counter
Installed component-camera type
Nozzle-changer configuration
Head maintenance and repair history
Available calibration records
3. Gantry and Motion Inspection
X-axis and Y-axis movement
Noise and vibration during acceleration
Machine homing and reference operation
Linear-motor condition
Encoder and position-feedback condition
Axis-drive alarm history
Cable-chain and trailing-cable condition
Gantry alignment and calibration
4. Placement-Head Inspection
Nozzle segments or Z-axis modules
Nozzle-sleeve and holder condition
Rotational-axis movement
Vacuum pressure and leakage
Component-sensor operation
Placement-force control
Nozzle-changer operation
Special nozzle or gripper operation
Pickup and placement repeatability
Abnormal head noise or temperature
5. Camera and Vision Inspection
Component-camera image quality
PCB-camera image quality
Component-specific lighting
Component-shape recognition
Small-component recognition
Fiducial recognition
Pickup-position correction
PCB warpage measurement
Odd-shaped component inspection where required
Camera calibration status
6. Conveyor Inspection
Flexible dual-lane conveyor
Dual conveyor in single-lane mode
Automatic width adjustment
Conveyor belts and pulleys
PCB entrance and exit sensors
Board clamping and support
Long Board Option
Maximum measured PCB dimensions
Communication with surrounding equipment
7. Feeder and Cart Inspection
Number of included feeder carts
Number and type of included feeders
Feeder tape-width combination
SmartFeeder or SmartFeeder Xi generation
Feeder firmware and software compatibility
Feeder pickup and indexing performance
Cart docking and locking condition
Communication-interface operation
Reel holders and tape-waste containers
Material setup-verification functions
8. Tray and Special Component Supply
SIPLACE Tray Unit availability
JEDEC tray compatibility
Tray elevator and carrier-transfer operation
Linear Dipping Unit availability
Glue Feeder availability
Measuring or Force Verification Feeder availability
Special nozzles and mechanical grippers
Component pickup-position calibration
9. Included Equipment
Station computer and monitor
Machine-software backup
Product and configuration files
Nozzles and nozzle magazines
Feeder carts and feeders
Tray and special component systems
Transformer or voltage-conversion equipment
Operating and maintenance manuals
Calibration tools
Included spare parts
A complete inspection video should show machine startup, homing, gantry movement, placement-head operation, feeder pickup, component recognition, nozzle changing, PCB transport and an actual sample placement program.
Common SIPLACE TX1 Maintenance Areas
CP20 placement-head segments
CPP head assemblies
TWIN Z-axis and rotational assemblies
Nozzle sleeves and nozzle holders
Nozzles and automatic nozzle changers
Vacuum valves, generators and filters
Placement-force and component sensors
Component cameras and lighting modules
PCB camera and fiducial lighting
Linear motors and encoders
Axis drives and control boards
Trailing cables and cable chains
Cooling fans and machine filters
Conveyor belts, pulleys and sensors
PCB support and warpage systems
Feeder-cart docking interfaces
SIPLACE X and SmartFeeder Xi units
Station computer and storage devices
Recommended maintenance includes placement-head cleaning, nozzle inspection, vacuum testing, camera calibration, feeder calibration, conveyor adjustment, axis inspection, filter replacement and verification of current software backups.
Who Should Consider a Used SIPLACE TX1?
A used TX1 may be suitable for manufacturers that need compact placement capacity, a specialized flexible mounter or a direct replacement within an existing TX production line.
The factory has limited available production-line space
One placement head provides sufficient capacity
A CP20 machine is needed for additional small-component output
A CPP machine is required for flexible mixed-component placement
A TWIN machine is required for connectors or odd-shaped components
The factory already owns compatible SIPLACE feeders
The existing line includes TX1, TX2 or TX2i equipment
Existing technicians understand SIPLACE TX operation
Replacement heads and spare parts are available
A failed TX1 must be replaced without redesigning the line
A TX2 or TX2i may be more suitable when two active placement heads or significantly higher machine-level output are required.
Information Required for a TX1 Quotation
Required TX1 machine quantity
Preferred manufacturing year
Preferred equipment condition
Required CP20, CPP or TWIN head
Target production output
Smallest component package
Largest component dimensions
Maximum component height and weight
Required placement accuracy
Required placement force
PCB dimensions and thickness
Dual-lane or wider single-lane requirement
Long Board Option requirement
Required feeder quantities and tape widths
Tray or special component-supply requirement
Existing SIPLACE machines and feeders
Factory voltage and frequency
Compressed-air availability
Destination country
Required delivery schedule
For special components, provide the component drawing, dimensions, weight, pickup-surface photograph, feeder presentation and required placement or insertion force.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ASM SIPLACE TX1 used for?
The TX1 is a compact single-gantry SMT placement machine. Depending on its head, it can perform high-speed chip placement, flexible IC placement or end-of-line placement of larger and odd-shaped components.
How many placement heads does the TX1 have?
A TX1 has one placement gantry and one installed placement head. The head may be a CP20, CPP or TWIN configuration.
What is the placement speed of the SIPLACE TX1?
Later published benchmark ratings are approximately 43,000 to 44,000 CPH for a suitable high-speed configuration. Actual production output depends on the installed head and PCB program.
Can a TX1 produce 78,000 CPH?
The 78,000 CPH figure appeared in earlier documentation that grouped TX1 and TX2 platform configurations. It should not be used as the normal single-head TX1 rating.
Which placement head is best for a TX1?
CP20 is suitable for maximum small-component output, CPP provides broader mixed-component flexibility, and TWIN is intended for large, heavy or odd-shaped components.
What component sizes can a TX1 process?
The component range depends on the installed head. CP20 supports small components up to approximately 8.2 × 8.2 mm, CPP extends to approximately 50 × 40 mm, and TWIN supports selected much larger components.
What placement accuracy does the TX1 provide?
Accuracy depends on the head. Representative values include approximately ±25 μm for CP20, ±34–35 μm for CPP and ±22–26 μm for TWIN at 3 sigma.
How many feeders can be installed?
The TX1 supports up to 80 positions for standard 8 mm tape feeders. Wider feeders occupy multiple positions and reduce the total feeder quantity.
Does the TX1 support dual-lane production?
Yes. A flexible dual-lane conveyor can process boards up to approximately 375 × 260 mm per lane in a representative standard configuration.
Can the dual conveyor process a wider PCB?
Yes. When operated as one wider lane, representative standard capacity is approximately 375 × 460 mm.
Can the TX1 process long PCBs?
With the applicable Long Board Option, PCB length can extend to approximately 590 mm. The option must be verified on the actual machine.
Can the TX1 process tray-fed components?
Suitable CPP or TWIN configurations can use JEDEC trays or a SIPLACE Tray Unit, depending on the installed machine options.
What is the difference between TX1 and TX2?
The TX1 has one gantry and one head position. The TX2 has two gantries and two head positions, providing substantially higher machine-level output and mixed-head capability.
Are feeders included with a used TX1?
Not automatically. Feeders, carts, nozzles, tray systems and spare parts may be included or quoted separately. Every included item should be listed clearly.
What should be tested before purchasing a used TX1?
Test the gantry, installed placement head, component camera, PCB camera, vacuum and force sensors, nozzle changer, conveyor, feeders, feeder carts, station computer and required software functions.
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