AX6000 SMD X-Ray Chip Counter by Southern Machinery

Component counting is a common but often overlooked bottleneck in EMS factories. Reels arrive from suppliers, reels come back from production lines, reels move between storage and line-side kitting—every mismatch can cause a line stoppage or an inventory dispute. The AX6000 SMD X-Ray Chip Counter from Southern Machinery is built to handle fast tape-and-reel component counting, warehouse control, and production quantity checks.

What is this machine used for?

The AX6000 uses X-ray counting to count SMD chip tape-and-reel and IC packages. According to the source PDF, it’s designed for electronic component production, shipping, storage, inventory management, and verifying production component quantities.

For a buyer, this isn’t an inspection machine for checking solder joints. It’s an inventory and material control machine. It helps you confirm exactly how many components are on a reel without having to manually unwind and count each one.

Verified catalog specifications

The AX6000 source PDF lists these specifications:

| Item | Catalog information |

|---|---|

| Model | AX6000 |

| Working method | Stand-alone |

| Max voltage | 100 kV |

| Max current | 3 mA |

| Spot size | 0.4 mm |

| Imaging system | Line scan camera |

| Scanning accuracy | Greater than 99.8% |

| Scanning size | 440 x 60 mm |

| Minimum material size | 1005 listed in the specification; the feature page also states minimum component size 01005 |

| Display | 22-inch LCD display |

| Weight | 1000 kg |

| Safety | Less than 1 uSv/hr, less than 0.1 mR/hr, measured 5 cm from the housing |

| Control | Keyboard/mouse, scanner integration, intelligent camera, barcode printer, automatic transfer to MES and ERP systems |

| Automatic detection | Standard |

One source line appears to list dimensions as 17000 x 900 x 970 mm. That value should be confirmed before requesting a quote, as it may be a catalog formatting or decimal-place error. We don’t treat that dimension as a confirmed selling point here.

The feature page also lists:

• Count time under 10 seconds for a 7-inch tape and reel
• Count time under 18 seconds for a 17-inch tape and reel
• Auto barcode scanning via scanner or camera
• New label printing with part number and quantity
• ERP and warehouse system integration
• Interface capability with intelligent storage systems

Where AX6000 fits in an EMS factory

The strongest use cases are material receiving, warehouse cycle counting, line-side return counting, and kitting verification. In a high-mix SMT factory, reels are in constant motion. Manual counting is slow and often impractical. Estimating remaining quantity by weight can work in some cases, but it becomes less reliable across different reel sizes, carrier materials, and mixed packages.

A typical workflow might look like this:

1. Receive the reel and scan the barcode.
2. Count it on the AX6000.
3. Print an updated label with part number and quantity.
4. Send the count result to ERP, MES, or warehouse system (if integrated).
5. Store in intelligent reel storage or a moisture-proof cabinet.
6. Recount returned reels after production if needed.

ROI and quality impact

The ROI from the AX6000 typically comes from reduced labor costs, faster inventory checks, fewer line stops caused by quantity mismatches, and better material traceability. The value is strongest when your factory runs many part numbers, has frequent changeovers, deals with partial reels, and must satisfy strict customer traceability requirements.

For a low-mix line with simple materials and minimal reel movement, a standalone counter may be less urgent. But for a high-mix EMS warehouse, it can become a practical control point between purchasing, warehouse, SMT line, and finance.

Buyer selection checklist

Before ordering, confirm the following:

• The most common reel sizes you use (7-inch, 13-inch, larger reels if applicable).
• The smallest package size that must be counted.
• Required count accuracy and the audit procedure you plan to use.
• Barcode format, label layout, and part number rules.
• Whether integration with ERP, MES, WMS, or an intelligent storage system is needed.
• Factory radiation safety requirements and local compliance review.
• Whether Southern Machinery should validate sample reels before final configuration.

How Southern Machinery supports the project

Southern Machinery is a Shenzhen, China manufacturer founded in 2011. We build cost-effective SMT and THT PCB assembly automation equipment for global EMS, ODM, automotive electronics, medical electronics, industrial control, LED, power electronics, and consumer electronics factories. Our scope covers SMT lines, THT insertion, wave soldering, board handling, inspection, process support, training, spare parts, and full-line integration for 237+ global customers.

For the AX6000 SMD X-Ray Chip Counter, our engineering discussions normally cover the machine itself plus the upstream and downstream impact on your line: board flow, operator workload, ESD rules, maintenance, spare parts, training, and whether you need a standalone machine or a more integrated SMT/THT solution.

FAQ

Is this article based on verified catalog information?

Yes. The product details and specifications come from Southern Machinery’s catalog material for this product. Any value not listed in the source is treated as something the buyer should confirm, not as a guaranteed specification.

Can Southern Machinery configure this as part of a complete PCB assembly line?

Yes. Southern Machinery can combine SMT, THT, board handling, wave soldering, inspection, cleaning, storage, and support equipment into a complete PCB assembly automation plan.

What should buyers send before requesting a quote?

Please send: product type, PCB size, monthly or shift volume, current equipment, process bottleneck, quality target, automation level, and any factory constraints such as power, floor space, ESD, traceability, or MES needs.

Does Southern Machinery provide overseas support?

Yes. We support overseas buyers with remote guidance, installation and training support, spare parts coordination, and long-term service planning.

Next step

Contact Southern Machinery for a configuration review and quotation. Browse the catalog at file.autoinsertion.com and machine image resources at ph.smthelp.com. Source used for this article: AX6000 SMD X-Ray Chip Counter.