Solution
Network Switches

Network Switches

1. Application of SMT Line and DIP Line in Network Switches


With the advent of the digital age, network switches have become indispensable devices in modern networks. In the production process of network switches, SMT and DIP equipment play an important role. This article will introduce the application of SMT and DIP equipment in the production of network switches.

Network switches PCBA:


In the production of network switches, seamless connection between SMT Line mMachine and DIP Line Equipment is required to ensure the smooth progress of the entire production process. The connection between these two production lines involves multiple aspects.
SMT (Surface Mount Technology) is a technology for mounting electronic components by directly pasting them onto the surface of a PCB (Printed Circuit Board). Compared with traditional DIP (Dual Inline Package) technology, SMT has higher assembly density, higher precision, and higher reliability. In the production of network switches, SMT equipment is mainly used for soldering surface-mounted components. These components include processors, memories, capacitors, inductors, crystals, filters, etc.

In the SMT production process, equipment such as a Chip Mounter, Reflow Oven Machine, PCB Conveyor, and Automatic Inspection Machine are required. First, electronic components are loaded into the chip mounter, located by an image recognition system, and then soldered using the reflow oven. After soldering is completed, the PCB is transported to the next production stage through the PCB conveyor. The automatic inspection equipment can detect the quality of the soldering to ensure the quality and efficiency of the entire SMT process.


2. SMT Process

Solder Paste (Red Glue) Printing --> Components Placement --> Reflow Soldering --> AOI Optical Inspection


3. SMT Line Solution

1 operator to oversee the entire production line, 1 assistant, totaling 2 personnel.

This economic type of fully automatic SMT Line not only improves the efficiency and quality of the power supply PCBA production line but also reduces production costs. The realization of full automation production not only reduces labor costs but also reduces the error rate in the production process. This production line creates more economic benefits for the enterprise while providing customers with higher quality products.


- PCB Magazine Loader
- SMT Printer
- 3D SPI

- SMT Conveyor
- 2 sets SMT Pick and Place Machine
- PCB Conveyor
- Reflow Oven (8-10 zones)
- PCB Cooling Conveyor

- In-line SMT AOI
- NG/OK Unloader


1. PCB Magazine Loader: The automatic PCB loader is a device that automatically feeds PCB boards into the production line, which can improve production efficiency and reduce labor costs. In network switch production, the automatic board loader will be responsible for feeding the PCB boards into the Fully Automatic SMT Stencil Printer.

2. SMT Printer: The Fully Automatic SMT Stencil Printer is a device used to print electronic components on PCB boards. In network switch production, the full-auto PCB Printing Machine will be used to print solder paste on the PCB boards.

3. 3D SPI: 3D SPI is a device used to detect printing quality, which can detect the height, shape, and position of solder paste to ensure printing quality. In network switch production, 3D SPI will be used to detect the printing quality of solder paste.

4. SMT Conveyor: The SMT PCB Conveyor is a device used to deliver components to the SMT Placement, which can accurately place the components in the SMT Placement. In network switch production, the conveyor will be used to deliver electronic components to the pick and place machine for surface mounting.

5. SMT Pick and Place Machine: The SMT Chip Mounter is a device used to place electronic components on the PCB boards. In network switch production, the pick and place machine will be used to place small components such as processors, memory, and power supplies on the PCB boards.

6. Reflow Oven: The reflow oven is a device used to solder electronic components. In network switch production, the reflow oven will be used to solder electronic components.

7. PCB Cooling Conveyor: The cooling conveyor is a device used to cool the soldered electronic components after the reflow oven. In network switch production, the cooling conveyor will be used to cool the soldered electronic components.

8. Inline SMT AOI: The Inline SMT AOI is a device used to detect the quality of soldering, which can automatically detect the soldering position, seam, and quality of electronic components. In network switch production, the inline SMT AOI will be used to detect the quality of soldered electronic components.

9. NG/OK Unloader: The NG/OK unloader is a device used to sort the soldered PCB boards into qualified and unqualified products. In network switch production, the NG/OK unloader will be used to sort the soldered PCB boards into qualified and unqualified products.

If you are looking for a reliable supplier of SMT Machine and DIP Equipment, please Contact US immediately. We have advanced equipment and a professional technical team that can provide you with a turnkey production line solution.

4. DIP Process

Plug-in --> Soldering --> Maintenance --> PCB depaneling machine

Network switches are essential devices in modern information technology, and the DIP (Dual In-line Package) production line is an important part of their manufacturing process. DIP technology is a technique for inserting electronic components into PCB (Printed Circuit Board) holes. In the production of network switches, DIP equipment is mainly used to connect electronic components and PCB boards, including resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, and other components.

5. DIP Line Solution

Personnel are adjusted according to the product, 8-20 people

- 9m Insertion Line

- Wave Loader


- Wave Soldering Flux Independent Sprayer

- High-end Lead-free Wave Soldering Machine

- Wave Unloader

- 9m Belt Assembly Line


This production line is fully equipped, including 9m insertion line,Wave Loader, Wave Soldering Flux Independent Sprayer, high-end Lead-free Wave Soldering Equipment, Wave Unloader, and a 9m Belt Assebly Line. Among them, Wave Solder Machine is a commonly used electronic soldering technology that can form a good electrical connection between the pins of electronic components and circuit boards. Therefore, it is widely used in the production of network switches.

6. SMT Production Line and DIP Line Layout

7. SMT Solution Data

SMT Capacity Evaluation 2 set pick and place machine;  production capacity 35000-45000CHIP/H
Total Power 80 KW Operating Power 17KW
Applicable Product SMD components within 100pcs, 0201-45mm, max PCB width 350mm
DIP Capacity Evaluation Calculated based on the number of componens and the operators
Total Power 35.5 KW
Operating Power 10.5 KW
Applicable Product Low capacity requirements or simple products, Max PCB width 350mm
SMT+ DIP
Workshop Size L30m x W15m , total area 450 ㎡


If you want to quickly invest in the production of power or other similar products, please Contact US immediately. We will provide you with a complete SMT/DIP solution.


Here is the power adapter video for your reference

I.C.T - Your Reliable Dearest Partner


For you we can provide Full SMT Line Solution, DIP Line Solution and Coating Line Solution with best quality and service.
More information about I.C.T please Contact US at info@smt11.com