Traceability
With the Traceability function in Yamaha YSUP software, you can instantly access critical information—whether by product name, machine name, search history, or production parts. Quickly find details on parts, machines, carts, reels, and PCBs using their ID, ensuring seamless operations and smarter decision-making.
Quickly Search by PCB Name
The Traceability module of the Yamaha YSUP software allows you to search for a range of information including the PCB name.
Easily Search by PCB ID to Identify Corresponding Parts
Use the ‘Search Parts / PCB’ function to quickly find the parts used in a specific PCB by entering its corresponding PCB ID.
Export Options
Export Parts ID, Lot ID, and Reel ID. Search results can be exported as a CSV.
Search Error
Error event details can be retrieved using the error ID or machine name.
Search Products
Parts information (error count, error ratio, etc.) for each PCB is saved in Trace Data and is searchable.
All Image Tracer (AIT)
The system captures and stores all images from the mounter, creating an offline image database. Using dedicated software, users can efficiently search and display AOI images for analysis.
Advantages:
- Offline Storage: Images are saved on an offline PC, ensuring data security.
- Easy Search: Dedicated viewer software or dashboard allows quick image search.
- Side-by-Side Display: N-point matching AOI images can be compared side-by-side.
- High Performance: Installing SSDs on the mounter ensures fast storage without performance loss.
- Inclusive Storage: Side view images are also stored for comprehensive analysis.
- Defect Diagnosis: Quickly determine if recognition or absorption issues are causing defects.
Images are captured by cameras inside the monitors. Customers can easily search and view images, with integration to the Dashboard for N-point image matching.
Example: Utilising Traceability (T-Tools) To Check And Trace Reels.
When visual checks can’t differentiate components, such as capacitors that look visually identical but are available in different frequencies (e.g. 10uF or 100nF).
TRACING A PART AND THE REELS CONTAINING THE PART, BASED ON SERIAL NUMBERS
The testing team reported a range of PCBs failing the functional test, suspecting an issue with the 10uF SMD capacitor. The SMT team will trace the part and its reel based on the provided serial numbers. The testing team will test the reel, give feedback on any issues, and apply countermeasures.
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UTILISE YAMAHA’S LCR FEEDER CHECKER WHEN VISUAL INSPECTION WON’T WORK.
This error can’t be detected by the AOI, as 10uF and 100nF capacitors of standard sizes (0402, 0603, or 1005) look similar. The only way to check is by measuring the value.
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RESOLVED
Yamaha offers a countermeasure called the LCR Feeder Checker. For more information on the LCR Feeder Checker – CLICK HERE
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Programming & Scheduling
Production Assistance
Monitoring & Analysis
Traceability
Maintenance
Machine-to-Machine
Frequently Asked Questions About YSUP Traceability Software
What is Yamaha YSUP traceability software?
Yamaha YSUP traceability software is an SMT production solution that captures and stores detailed manufacturing data, allowing users to track PCB assembly processes, components, and machine events throughout the entire production lifecycle.
How does YSUP traceability work in SMT production?
YSUP traceability works by collecting real-time production data from SMT machines and linking it to each PCB and component. This enables full visibility of production history, including setup conditions, component placement, and inspection results.
What is SMT traceability and why is it important?
SMT traceability is the ability to track every component, material, and process step in PCB assembly. It is critical for quality control, defect analysis, compliance, and ensuring reliable electronics manufacturing.
Can YSUP track components at individual PCB level?
Yes, YSUP allows users to trace data down to component level using serialised production records. This makes it possible to pinpoint exactly where and when a defect occurred within the assembly process.
How does YSUP help identify defects in PCB assembly?
YSUP enables users to search production history and analyse component mounting quality, helping identify faulty lots and root causes of defects quickly. It can also link inspection data and images across processes for deeper analysis.
What is production history search in YSUP traceability?
Production history search (T-Tool) allows manufacturers to query historical SMT data, including machine events and PCB assembly records, to trace issues, verify quality, and support audits.
Does YSUP store images for traceability and quality analysis?
Yes, YSUP includes an “All Image Tracer” feature that stores component recognition images throughout the production process, enabling visual analysis of defects and mounting quality.
Can YSUP integrate traceability data with other factory systems?
YSUP can share traceability data with external systems such as MES platforms, enabling improved process visibility, reporting, and advanced quality control across the factory.