Equipment & Capabilities
Southrock Engineering combines U.S.-based engineering expertise with in-house design and assembly services to support PCBA, reverse engineering for PCBA, and custom cable & wire assemblies. Below is a plain‑language overview of the equipment we use every day—what it is, what it does, and why it matters for your project.
SMT & PCB Assembly Equipment
DEK 265Lt – Solder Paste Screen Printer
What it does: Applies solder paste to bare printed circuit boards before components are placed.
Why it matters: Accurate, repeatable paste deposition is critical for reliable solder joints. This printer supports consistent SMT assembly quality across prototypes and production runs.
JUKI KE 750E – SMT Pick and Place Machine
What it does: Places surface‑mount components onto PCBs quickly and accurately.
Worth Noting:
- Mid‑range, flexible SMT pick‑and‑place system
- 3‑head design with laser alignment
- Placement speeds of approximately 6,000–9,000 components per hour (CPH)
Why it matters: Ideal for flexible production, mixed component boards, and jobs that require accuracy without sacrificing efficiency.
JUKI KE 2060RE – High Speed SMT Pick and Place Machine
What it does: High-speed placement of a wide range of SMT components, including fine‑pitch and IC devices.
Worth Noting:
- Multi‑nozzle laser head (typically 4–6 nozzles)
- Advanced vision systems
- Handles components from 0201 (0402 optional) up to 33.5 mm square, including ICs
- Placement speeds of approximately 12,500–13,200 CPH
Why it matters: Enables fast, precise assembly for higher‑volume PCBA while maintaining placement accuracy across diverse component types.
Wire, Cable & Harness Processing Equipment
IDEAL Wire Processor
What it does: Automates wire cutting, stripping, and preparation.
Why it matters: Ensures clean, consistent wire processing—especially important for repeatable cable assemblies and harness builds.
Schleuniger MultiStrip 9480 – Automatic Cut & Strip Machine
What it does: Fully automatic cutting and stripping of wires and cables.
Worth Noting:
- Processes single‑conductor, multi‑conductor, and shielded cables
Why it matters: Supports complex cable assemblies with tight tolerances and repeatability across production runs.
Schleuniger UniCrimp 100 – Benchtop Crimping Press
What it does: Crimps terminals onto stripped wires.
Worth Noting:
- Processes stripped wires up to 6 mm² (10 AWG)
- Compatible with industry‑standard mini‑style applicators
- Delivers up to 20 kN (2.2 tons) of crimping force
Why it matters: Produces consistent, high‑quality crimps that meet industry standards for electrical and mechanical reliability.
Molex ETC Pneumatic Press
What it does: Pneumatic press for solderless electrical terminations.
Worth Noting:
- Designed for Molex Electronic Terminations (ETC)
- Supports industry‑standard connectors including:
- Ring, spade, and hook crimp terminals
- Male and female quick‑disconnect connectors (insulated or partially insulated)
Why it matters: Enables secure, repeatable terminations for industrial wiring and cable assemblies.
Soldering, Rework & Repair
Solder & Rework Station
What it does: Combines traditional soldering and hot‑air rework tools.
Worth Noting:
- Used for removing and replacing surface‑mount devices (SMD)
- Precise temperature and airflow control
Why it matters: Essential for PCBA rework, repairs, prototyping, and reverse engineering efforts.
How This Equipment Supports Your Project
Custom Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA)
Southrock supports SMT and thru‑hole assembly for everything from simple single‑layer boards to complex multi‑layer designs. We coordinate component sourcing and perform in‑house assembly to ensure consistent quality and faster turnaround for your projects.
Reverse Engineering for PCBA
Outdated designs. Hard‑to‑source components. Offshore vendors holding your files.
Our reverse engineering capabilities—combined with hands‑on rework, inspection, and assembly—allow us to:
- Analyze existing PCBs
- Recreate or update schematics and layouts
- Modify designs to accommodate new or available components
- Keep your project on track with a U.S.-based engineering and assembly team
Custom Cables & Wire Harness Assemblies
Using automated cutting, stripping, crimping, and termination equipment, Southrock builds:
- Single-wire assemblies
- Custom multi-conductor cables
- Wire harnesses built from schematics or pre-built boards
All cable assemblies are soldered and built to IPC standards, with sub-assembly integration and testing available.
Industries and Applications
As an RoHS compliant shop in Mesa, AZ designing and assembling printed circuit boards and custom cable harnesses, we proudly serve health, safety , and utility markets – including but not limited to those in aerospace and defense, commercial, industrial, marine, telecom, automotive, energy, and lighting industries.
Why Choose Southrock Engineering?
Our USA headquarted team is located in Mesa, AZ. We produce both printed circuit board assemblies and cable assemblies to IPC standards. We’re certified by UL and RoHS compliant.
No Minimum Orders
Our US-based facility allows flexibility in order quantity. Need 10 or 1,000? No problem!
No Long Lead Times
Our engineers are in Mesa, AZ. We offer quick turnaround on PCB assembly & custom cables.
Freight Savings
Working local means quicker answers to all of your questions and freight savings, too!
Local Engineers
We are a team of engineers handling your ideas, orders, every project need, from concept to completion.
Come Visit Our Facility
We are your neighbors! Located in Mesa, AZ, we encourage and invite you to come visit.
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