The Gemini-Pi is a configurable multi-station polishing system with integrated vision for inspection. Gemini-Pi is capable of processing a variety of applications on the same platform during the same production shift.

Applications

V-Groove Fiber Arrays
Si-Based Wave Guides (AWG)
Splitter/Combiner
Modulators
Fiber Tips
Ferrules
Capillaries, etc.

Configuration

Process Stations

Configurable process and clean stations for custom processing and higher productivity

Up to three 300 mm polishing stations and

Up to three integrated cleaning stations

Inspection

Integrated optics station for inspection and sort

Motion Platform

Direct drive 3-axis robot for fully-automated batch processing

Quick Disconnect

Easy load/unload Smart Carrier™ for multiple parts processing

System specification

Polish Station

Batch process Smart Carrier™

Easy flip-over Smart Carrier™ for double-sided polishing

Programmable polishing profiles

Up to three computerized dispensers

Clean Station

Non-contact ultrasonic cleaner for 200mm or 300mm disk polishing

Up to three cleaning stations

Inspection Station

Optical lens turret with selectable 5X, 20X, 50X, and 100X objectives

Integrated color CCD camera for automated inspection

Dark field illumination (optional)

Bar code (optional)

User Interface

Graphical user interface (GUI)

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

In-situ process parametric diagnostics

Windows 2000 platform

Footprint

L 1800mm x D 1300mm x H 1400mm

Utilities

Mains: 115V/230V @ 60/50Hz 1ph