Hitachi GD GT Feeder

A Hitachi GD/GT Feeder is a specialized component for SMT (Surface Mount Technology) pick-and-place machines, used to automatically supply electronic components like chips from tapes to the assembly head, with 'GD' and 'GT' series feeders compatible with Hitachi's GXH and Sigma series mounters for efficient, high-speed electronics assembly. These feeders come in various sizes (8mm, 12/16mm, 24/32mm, etc.) for different component widths and are crucial for producing devices like smartphones and tablets.

Hitachi GD GT Feeder is applied for Hitachi pick and place SMT machines such as Sigma F8 Σ-F8 ,Sigma G5, Sigma G5s, Σ-G5, GXH-1S, GXH-1, GXH-3 and so on.

1. Tape Feeders (Most Common Type)
a) Single-Lane Tape Feeders
Hitachi offers a comprehensive range of single-lane tape feeders covering all standard tape widths with multiple model options:
Tape Width Key Models (GXH/GD/GT) Pitch Compatibility Special Features
8mm GT08080/18080/28080/38080, GD28080/38080 2mm, 4mm Gold-plated contacts, ESD protection
12/16mm GT12160/12161/12162, GD12160/12161/12162 4mm, 8mm Dual-width design, quick conversion
24/32mm GT24320/24321/24322, GD24320/24321/24322 4mm, 8mm, 12mm Deep pocket option for tall components
44/56mm GT44560/44561/44562, GD44560/44561/44562 8mm, 12mm Heavy-duty construction, high-torque drive
72mm/88mm GT72002/GD72002, GT88000/GD88002 12mm, 16mm For large components (connectors, QFPs)
b) Multi-Lane Tape Feeders
Hitachi's multi-lane feeders maximize feeder capacity without additional space requirements:
2×8mm Dual-Lane Feeders: GD38083/GT38083 models - doubles 8mm component capacity
3×8mm Triple-Lane Feeders: Special GXH models for ultra-high-density production
Advantage: Reduces feeder setup time by 50%, ideal for high-mix, high-volume production of passives
2. Specialized Feeder Types
a) Stick Feeders
Designed for components in paper/plastic sticks (large ICs, connectors, odd-form components):
Vibratory Stick Feeders: For Sigma G5/G5S machines with adjustable vibration strength
Multi-Tube Platform: Rapid reconfiguration for multiple tube sizes
Key Features: Component counting, ESD protection, independent operation, jam detection
b) Tray Feeders
For odd-form, large, or delicate components (QFP, BGA, connectors):
Quick-Change Tray Unit (QCTU): Integrates with Sigma G5/G5S for flexible tray handling
JEDEC Compatibility: Supports standard trays (8mm to 600mm width)
Smart Tray System: Automatic tray detection, barcode scanning, and component verification
c) Bulk Feeders
Hitachi BulkFeeder: Tapeless feeding system for resistors/capacitors
Capacity: Up to 50,000 components per tube, eliminating reel changeover time
Advantage: Ideal for high-volume production of standard passives, reduces material costs by 15-20%