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The differences among various models of Panasonic CM/NPM surface mounters
2026-05-20
Panasonic Mounter Full English Translation
As essential equipment in the electronic manufacturing industry, Panasonic placement machines feature multiple series and models to meet diverse production demands. Below are mainstream common models:
Main Series Models
MV Series
Including MV2C, MV2F, MV2V, MV2VB etc. Suitable for production lines of all scales; specific features and application scenarios require further specification.
CM Series
Including CM20F, CM202, CM88, CM402, CM602 etc. Differentiated in placement speed and precision to satisfy varied production requirements.
MP Series
Including MPAV, MPAV2, MPAV2B, MPAG2, MPAG3 etc. Optimized for high-precision mounting and high-speed mass production scenarios.
M Series
Including MMCG3, MSF, MCF, MSR, MSH3, BM etc. Vary in automation level and operational flexibility to match different production line layouts.
H Series
Including HT121, HT122 etc. Designed for dedicated high-precision and high-efficiency mounting applications.
N Series
Including NPM-GH, NPM-DX, NPM-WX, WXS, NPM-D3A, NPM-TT2, NPM-W2, W2S etc.
The NPM series is Panasonic’s core intelligent placement machine lineup, featuring high automation and intelligence to greatly boost production efficiency and product quality.
Differences Between NPM Series & CM Series
Common Feeder Models Compatible with CM Series
Reel specification: Small reel = 178 mm; Large reel = 178 mm ~ 382 mm
Dual 8mm tape feeders can hold 2 small reels; small reels and large reels cannot be installed at the same slot position.
Maximum component loading quantity may decrease subject to reel width.
Adhesive tape feeders are not equipped with splice joint detection sensors.
External air supply units are required in quantity matching adhesive tape feeders (1 set per working table, optional accessory).
Max loading capacity when connecting tray feeders (optional).
Max loading capacity when connecting exchange trolleys on 2 built-in base platforms (optional).
Placement Head Types
12-nozzle head,
8-nozzle head,
2-nozzle head
12-nozzle compatible nozzles (model marked with S):
Full coverage for components within 5mm5mm;
selective configuration for 5mm5mm ~ 12mm*12mm reflective recognition components
8-nozzle dedicated nozzles
Differences Between Panasonic NPM-D3 & NPM-D3A
The two machines share identical exterior design. NPM-D3A is an upgraded version of NPM-D3 with 3 core optimizations:
Equipped with lightweight 16-nozzle V3 placement head; X-Y axes move synchronously during component recognition with optimized motion path for faster placement.
Upgraded drive control system shortens X-Z axis moving cycle to elevate operational speed.
Optimized suction algorithm for micro-components, effectively improving actual production throughput.
NPM-D3A Technical Specifications
Equipment Model: NPM-D3A
PCB Size
Dual-track: 50×50 mm ~ 510×300 mm
Single-track: 50×50 mm ~ 510×590 mm
PCB Exchange Time
Dual-track: 0s (unavailable when cycle time ≤3.6s)