Tracking and Tracing with Serial Numbers


Semiconductor production lines move quickly, and every integrated circuit (IC) component must be identified at every stage of production, from manufacturing to final assembly. Failure to properly identify components can result in defective or incorrect chips slipping through the process, leading to waste, costly rework, and reputational risks. Automated identification systems read direct-part-marked (DPM) codes and text identifiers, such as serial or part numbers, while in motion at line speed. These systems validate the data against the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to ensure that the correct component is used at the appropriate step. This enables better tracking of chips throughout the production process, reduces waste, and optimizes yield.

The Zebra FS80 Fixed Industrial Scanner scans direct-part-marked (DPM) codes and OCR text on printed circuit boards (PCBs) as they move swiftly along the production line, providing precise data validation for accurate component tracking, minimized waste, and improved production efficiency.

Identify, verify, and trace every IC at line speed to cut errors and keep inspection flowing from first scan through final test

The Zebra FS80 fixed industrial scanner is positioned to read direct part markings (DPM) codes and perform Optical Character Recognition (OCR) on semiconductor chips, showcasing its ability to capture precise data from intricate and low-contrast markings during production.

Automate part identification at line speed

Zebra fixed industrial scanners read tiny barcodes and Direct Part Mark (DPM) symbols on integrated circuits as they move through production and assembly. These scanners use advanced imaging technologies to capture data accurately, even from damaged, poorly printed, or low-contrast barcodes. This reduces errors in part identification, minimizing the risk of assembly errors or defective components entering the supply chain. Zebra fixed scanners are designed to integrate easily with existing manufacturing systems and software for streamlined deployment.

Aurora Focus is shown reading a PCB serial number with precision, leveraging advanced OCR and code-reading technology to extract data from the small, intricate surface of the PCB. Paired with a Zebra Fixed Scanner, the setup highlights its ability to capture fine details at high speed, ensuring accurate data verification and flagging any unreadable codes in real time.

Decode, perform OCR, validate, and document with Aurora Focus

Aurora Focus integrates high-performance code reading and OCR capabilities into a single software package, enabling the accurate reading of 1D/2D codes and human-readable text, such as part numbers and serial numbers, even on challenging surfaces like PCBs or IC packages. When paired with Zebra’s Fixed Scanners, which offer resolutions of up to 16 MP, it reliably captures small codes and serial numbers at high speeds while also verifying data formats and flagging no-reads in real time.

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