![A new machine is here - 180kg of pure goodness](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3269/2430/articles/8950c03d76baf191b3e25cdce83f9f5d_original.jpg?v=1658823807)
A new machine is here - 180kg of pure goodness
![Author](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3269/2430/files/ezgif-2-34aee1abd1_fa88552a-1417-4727-8270-e920531684d0.jpg?v=1703170227)
Table of content
Hey everyone,
Recently, we've received this oddly looking machine in our HQ:
This is called the semi-automatic stencil printer.
This machine is a part of a PCB assembly production line.
The production line that we are setting up is going to allow us to assemble the small components on the PCBs ourselves (we are currently outsourcing this to another company).
This particular machine dispenses solder paste onto a PCB using pneumatics and a steel stencil (a metal plate with etched-through holes).
Unfortunately, we won't use this machine for assembling Spencer's PCBs, but we plan to assemble STEM Box #2 (Jay-D) with our own setup in-house, and that is going to be exciting!
Stay tuned for more updates!
- Albert and the team
Read stories how our founder Albert turned his childhood passion into CircuitMess, and get exciting DIY project ideas you can do with your kids at home for free.
Read more
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3269/2430/articles/exciting-stem-activities-for-kindergarten.webp?v=1718807732)
18 Exciting STEM Activities for Kindergarteners
If you’re looking for fun and educational ways to keep your little ones engaged, you’re in the right place. This article...
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3269/2430/articles/best-exciting-play-based-technology-activities-for-kids.webp?v=1718378872)
8 Exciting Technology Activities For Engaging Your Kids at Home
Keeping kids engaged and learning can sometimes feel like a puzzle. But what if I told you that the pieces of this puzzl...
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3269/2430/articles/basic-science-skills-to-teach-to-your-kids.webp?v=1717665787)
10 Basic Science Skills You Should Teach To Your Kids (Step-By-Step Guide)
Ever wondered what basic science kids should learn to really get a grasp on how the world works? Why not start with the ...