PLCC REFORMING AND RECONDITIONING SYSTEM

摘要

In a system and method for reforming leads of a device (P) having a plurality of generally straight sides and rows of leads (L) of J-shaped configuration extending from the sides of the body portion, reforming the leads of a pair of first opposing rows of leads at a first reforming station (S1) by moving combs (214) of a lead straightening mechanism (C) through the leads to space the leads a predetermined distance relative to one another. The leads of the first pair of rows engage against reforming surfaces (AR) with the combs engaging between the J-shaped terminal ends. The device is then relocated to present a second pair of opposing rows of leads to a lead straightening mechanism (S2). The second opposing parallel rows of leads are reformed in the same manner as the previous first pair of rows.