Modern electronics manufacturers rarely produce only one type of PCB. A single SMT line may need to process small passive components, ICs, connectors, LEDs, LED lenses, and boards of different sizes. This makes flexibility just as important as placement speed.
The Hanwha DECAN L2 is designed for this type of production environment. Positioned as an advanced multi-functional placer in the DECAN series, it combines a rated placement speed of up to 56,000 CPH with support for a broad component range, long PCBs, multiple conveyor configurations, and high-precision vision options.
For manufacturers comparing flexible SMT placement equipment, the DECAN L2 offers a practical balance between productivity, component capability, and line integration.
What Is the Hanwha DECAN L2?
The DECAN L2 is a multi-functional SMT pick-and-place machine equipped with two gantries and six spindles per head. Unlike a chip shooter focused mainly on small passive components, the L2 is intended to handle a wider mix of components and production requirements.
Its component capability starts from 0402 metric components (01005 inch) and extends to parts up to 55 mm square or 75 mm long, with a maximum supported component height of 25 mm under the specified configuration. This range makes the machine suitable for conventional SMT components as well as larger connectors, odd-form parts, LEDs, and LED lenses.
Key DECAN L2 Specifications
| Item | DECAN L2 Specification |
|---|---|
| Placement head | 2 gantries x 6 spindles per head |
| Placement speed | Up to 56,000 CPH under optimum conditions |
| Flying vision cycle time | 0.14 sec/component for SOIC 0.5P |
| Upward vision cycle time | 0.55 sec/component for QFP100 0.5P |
| Vision | Flying vision; stage vision optional |
| Placement accuracy | +/-40 um, Cpk >= 1.0 for 0402 metric chips |
| IC placement accuracy | +/-30 um, Cpk >= 1.0 with stage vision |
| Component range | 0402 metric (01005 inch) to 55 mm square, or 75 mm long |
| Maximum component height | 25 mm |
| Standard PCB size | 50 x 40 mm to 510 x 460 mm |
| Optional maximum PCB size | Up to 1,200 x 460 mm |
| Feeder capacity | Up to 120 x 8 mm feeders |
| Power consumption | Maximum 5.0 kVA |
| Air consumption | 50 Nl/min |
| Machine weight | Approximately 1,800 kg |
| Dimensions | 1,430 x 1,740 x 1,485 mm |
Actual performance and supported configurations depend on component type, PCB design, options, and production conditions.
Flexible Component Handling
One of the main advantages of the DECAN L2 is its ability to cover a wider component mix. The machine uses flying vision for efficient recognition during movement and can be configured with stage vision for higher-precision IC placement.
This combination supports applications that require more than high-volume chip placement. Examples include automotive electronics, industrial controls, LED products, power electronics, and other assemblies containing larger packages or connectors.
The machine also includes functions intended to improve the handling of LEDs and LED lenses. It can recognize polarity marks on the bottom of a component and identify protrusions or light-source characteristics that help optimize LED lens placement. These functions can reduce placement errors in applications where component orientation and optical alignment are important.
Support for Large and Long PCBs
The standard DECAN L2 supports PCBs from 50 x 40 mm up to 510 x 460 mm. Optional configurations extend the supported board length to 610 mm, 740 mm, 810 mm, or 1,200 mm while maintaining a maximum width of 460 mm.
This capability is useful for LED lighting boards, industrial control boards, and other products that do not fit within conventional PCB dimensions. For manufacturers working with long boards, it may reduce the need for a separate placement platform.
Because extended PCB sizes require the appropriate conveyor and machine configuration, buyers should confirm the required board dimensions before selecting a machine.
Modular and Dual-Lane Conveyor Options
The DECAN platform supports several conveyor layouts, including the standard 1-2-1 configuration and optional 1-2-2, 2-2-2, 2-2-1, and 1-1-1 arrangements. This modular approach allows the line configuration to be adapted to the factory’s production mix.
For suitable applications, a dual-lane PCB transfer system can reduce loading and unloading delays by processing a board on one lane while the other lane is in operation. Hanwha’s published data indicates a productivity improvement of up to 15% compared with a single-lane machine under its specified test conditions.
The practical benefit is not simply higher nominal speed. Dual-lane production can help improve machine utilization when product size, tact time, and upstream and downstream equipment are properly balanced.
Production Reliability and Ease of Operation
The DECAN series uses linear motors and twin-servo control on the Y-axis to reduce vibration and operating noise. Its software includes optimization functions for creating and editing PCB programs, while the large display provides production information to operators.
The platform also supports parts verification and lot-tracking solutions. Depending on the installed software and accessories, these functions can help prevent component loading mistakes and improve traceability across the SMT process.
Feeder flexibility is another useful feature. Electrically driven and pneumatic feeders can be used together on the same feeder base, helping factories continue using compatible existing feeders while gradually adopting newer feeder technology.
Where Does the DECAN L2 Fit in an SMT Line?
Within the DECAN family, the S2 is positioned as a high-speed chip shooter, the F2 as a flexible placer, and the L2 as the multi-functional placement platform. In a combined production line, the S2 or F2 can handle volume placement while the L2 focuses on larger, taller, high-precision, or odd-form components.
The DECAN L2 can also be used as a compact multi-functional solution when floor space, product mix, and output targets do not justify a longer placement line. The most suitable configuration depends on the component list, board dimensions, target cycle time, feeder quantity, and inspection requirements.
What to Check When Buying a DECAN L2
Before purchasing a new or used DECAN L2, confirm that the machine configuration matches the intended products. Important checks include:
- Machine year, operating condition, and installed software version
- Head type, camera configuration, and available vision options
- Conveyor layout and supported PCB dimensions
- Feeder base, feeder quantity, and feeder compatibility
- Nozzle inventory and support for the required component range
- Power-on test, axis movement, conveyor operation, and placement function
- Calibration status and placement accuracy verification
- Packaging, loading, installation, and technical support arrangements
A machine should be evaluated as a complete production configuration rather than by model name alone. Optional hardware and accessories can significantly affect what the machine is able to produce.
Is the Hanwha DECAN L2 Right for Your SMT Line?
The DECAN L2 is a strong candidate for manufacturers that need to place a broad mix of components, process larger or longer PCBs, or improve flexibility in high-mix production. Its 56,000 CPH rated speed, multi-vision capability, modular conveyor options, and support for components up to 55 mm square or 75 mm long give it a useful role between high-speed chip placement and specialized odd-form assembly.
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