Used ASM AERO PRO

AERO PRO is a high-performance, fully automatic wire bonder from ASMPT, designed for advanced packaging applications characterized by high density and ultra-fine pitch. Unlike the iHawk series—which you previously inquired about and which focuses on general-purpose mass production or specialized deep-cavity applications—the AERO PRO is engineered specifically to deliver both high precision and high speed when working with ultra-fine wires as small as 0.5 mil.

Core Process Capabilities: The system supports wire diameters ranging from 0.5 to 2.0 mil and wire lengths from 0.2 to 8.0 mm, accommodating high-density substrates up to 105×300 mm (with some documentation citing 140×300 mm). Its key differentiator is the patented X-POWER 2.0 transducer (AEROducer); utilizing composite materials and a lightweight design, it enables bi-directional (X/Y) energy transmission. This allows for the creation of uniform 22 µm bond balls and supports both hybrid wire bonding and "GoV" (vertical wire bonding), making it well-suited for the complex interconnections required in BVA (Ball-Via-Array) technology.

Intelligence and Efficiency: The system integrates "AERO EYE" for real-time monitoring, as well as "AERO Diagnostic" for diagnostics and predictive maintenance. It is also compatible with automated material handling systems (AGV/RGV/OHT) and MES (Manufacturing Execution System) platforms. Compared to its predecessor, the AERO PRO delivers a 38% increase in output per unit area, while simultaneously reducing clean, dry air consumption by 40 liters per minute.

In short, the AERO PRO serves as ASMPT’s next-generation flagship platform for the ultra-fine-pitch ball bonding market. It complements other models in the company’s product portfolio—such as the iHawk Xpress GoCu (optimized for copper wire cost-efficiency) and the iHawk Xtreme (specialized for deep-cavity packaging)—to form a clearly defined product matrix.