The Panasonic AVK3, AV131, and AV132 axial insertion machines are reliable, high-performance solutions for automated insertion of axial-leaded components into printed circuit boards (PCBs). Engineered for durability and precision, these machines have been widely adopted across various industries, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics manufacturing.
| Specification | AVK3 | AV131 | AV132 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion speed | Up to 3,600 components/hour | Up to 4,000 components/hour | Up to 5,000 components/hour |
| Component types | Axial-leaded resistors, diodes and similar through-hole parts | Same | Same |
| Component size range | Axial leads 1.0–10 mm diameter | Same | Same |
| Lead length | 8–50 mm | Same | Same |
| Maximum board size | 510 × 460 mm | Same | Same |
| Insertion accuracy | ±0.25 mm | ±0.20 mm | ±0.15 mm |
| Feeder types | Standard Panasonic axial feeders | Same | Same |
| Power requirements | 220 V AC, 50/60 Hz | Same | Same |
| Machine weight | Approx. 450 kg | Approx. 480 kg | Approx. 470 kg |
| Control system | Basic digital/analog | Digital with improved interface | Advanced digital control with display |
An inserter only earns its floor space if it keeps pace with the rest of the line, so these machines are installed as a station rather than a standalone unit. Panels come in from the loader, are inserted, and move on to the reflow oven and the test stations without being re-racked by hand, which removes the handling damage and line stoppages that creep in when boards are moved manually. Data download and barcode reading options let the insertion program and the board's identity follow the panel through the line — the basis for traceability and MES reporting in smart manufacturing environments. For a plant already running high-volume surface-mount work, that synchronisation is what keeps the through-hole stage from becoming the bottleneck, and it is the main reason the automated cycle reduces dependence on operator labour.
ZJ-SMT supplies Panasonic SMT and PCB assembly equipment and spare parts to manufacturers worldwide. Our range covers pick-and-place machines, axial and radial insertion equipment, solder paste inspection systems, and feeder spare parts, with both new and used options available. We support bulk orders, and machine condition and availability are confirmed with you before ordering. Whether you are expanding a line, replacing a worn feeder part, or sourcing equipment for a new project, send us your model numbers and our team will come back with a suitable solution and quotation.
Start with throughput and tolerance. The entry model handles general through-hole work, the middle model adds speed with tighter placement, and the fastest model gives the highest accuracy with the most capable control system. If you run a mix of boards, send us the component sizes and lead spans you use and we will match a model to your line.
No. This series is built for axial-leaded components, where the leads come off each end of the body. Radial parts, with leads on the same side, need a radial insertion machine, and surface-mount parts stay with the placement platform. Send us your board and component list and we will tell you which format dominates.
Keep the turret head, lead cutter and clinching tool free of debris, and watch the cutter edge as it wears, because a dull edge shows up as poor clinching rather than a machine stop. Check feeder banks for pitch alignment whenever a new reel is loaded, and run a first-article check at the start of each shift.
Yes. Once the program and feeders are set, insertion runs unattended through the shift. The operator's attention goes to loading feeder banks, checking the first board and watching the line from printer to reflow oven, which is usually enough on a line that already has someone monitoring the placement equipment.
It depends on how much through-hole content the board carries. Once axial parts run into the tens per board, hand insertion becomes a capacity and quality problem, and a single axial stage pays for itself in cycle time. Most SMT pick and place machine manufacturers we work with add this stage when manual placement becomes the line's slowest step.
Send the component datasheet or a sample together with your board drawing, and we will check it against the working envelope of the automated insertion machine — body diameter, lead diameter, lead span and lead length. Confirm the exact numbers against your incoming components before the first production run, especially if you buy from more than one supplier.
