i-Pulse F3 Feeder

The i-Pulse F3 feeder is the advanced generation of motorized electric feeders used in Yamaha/i-Pulse surface-mount placement systems as of 2026. Unlike the pneumatic F1 and mechanical F2 series, the F3 series utilizes high-precision electric motors for component indexing, significantly increasing speed and placement accuracy for small components like 0201 passives.
Key Performance Benefits

High Precision: Supports placement accuracy of ±0.040mm for standard chips and ±0.025mm for ICs.
Electric Motor Drive: Provides smoother, more consistent indexing compared to previous generations, which is critical for high-density boards.
Common F3 Series Models
The F3 series covers a wide range of tape widths, from small passives to large ICs:
Tape Width Part Number Type
8mm KLK-MC100-005 Motorized Electric
12/16mm KLK-MC200-000 Dual-width Capable
24mm KLK-MC400-000 Motorized Electric
32mm KLK-MC500-000 Motorized Electric
44mm KLK-MC600-000 Motorized Electric
56mm KLK-MC700-000 Motorized Electric
System Compatibility
The F3 series is designed for seamless integration with modern i-Pulse and Yamaha mounters:
Machine Models: M10, M20, S10, and S20 hybrid 3D mounters.
Bank Options: Compatible with the CFB-45E feeder bank changer, which increases the maximum 8mm feeder capacity to 180 lanes on the S20.
Vibratory Feeding: The F3-MSF model (LG4-MAC00-100) is used specifically for stick/tube components.