Palomar
9000 Wedge
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How it works
The Palomar 9000 Wedge Bonder uses voice coil technology in the bond head for precise Z-axis motion and control, which contributes to high-speed operation. The X/Y positioning system uses linear motors and encoders with a resolution of 0.10 μm. The machine achieves a repeatability of ±1 μm at 3σ and can perform cycle times as fast as 0.125 seconds per wire. The bond head rides on theta, allowing rotary positioning for optimal wire feed geometry.[2]
The 9000 Wedge Bonder includes a VisionPilot pattern recognition system that uses geometric pattern matching to locate parts, and Bond Data Miner software for centralized data management and process trend monitoring. The Intelligent Interactive Graphical Interface (i2Gi) provides advanced wire bond control with real-time graphical feedback. A Process Viewer camera offers high-resolution live video of the bonding tooltip.[3][2]
Applications
The Palomar 9000 Wedge Bonder is used for a range of microelectronic packaging applications including RF-SOE, disk drives, large complex hybrids, chip-on-board (COB), RF and microwave devices, compact hybrids, fine pitch devices, low profile wire bonds, ribbon bonding, MCM power connections, running stitch interconnects (die-to-die), and high frequency passive and active components.[3][4][5][2]
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Power & electrical2
Vacuum & pumping1
Optics & imaging3
- Focus Range
- Programmable focus across 15.24 mm (0.600") - focal lens floats on Z course axis[2]
Performance1
Control & software1
- Control System
- Linear motor/encoder (X/Y), voice coil/encoder (Z linear / Z rotary), Servo EFO/encoder PR[2]
Dimensions & facilities4
Configuration & options15
Observed configurations
How individual machines were equipped when they appeared on the secondary market — as listed, per unit. These describe one specific machine, not the model in general.
Unit as listed[1]
- Patlite LR5-02WJNW LED Signal Tower
- Renishaw REFO200E20A Encoder / Position Feedback System
What does it need to run?
Site utility requirements, footprint, and infrastructure needed to install and operate this tool. Sourced from public records.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the bond area of the Palomar 9000 Wedge Bonder?
The bond area is 304.8 x 152.4 mm (12 x 6 inches).[2]
What is the repeatability of the Palomar 9000?
Repeatability is ±1 μm at 3σ.[2]
What are the power requirements for the 9000 Wedge Bonder?
The machine requires 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 15 A, single phase.[1][2]
What is the maximum cycle time of the 9000 Wedge Bonder?
Cycle time is 0.125 seconds per wire (8 wires per second) and up to 10 loops per second.[2]
Not publicly documented
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No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the 9000 Wedge are on record.
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No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the 9000 Wedge are on record.
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The control-system platform and OS era of the 9000 Wedge are not on record.
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No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the 9000 Wedge are on record.
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The process node or technology generation of the 9000 Wedge is not on record.
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Sources & citations
Sources (5)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]Inventory photo
- [2]gsuit.co.il — gsuit.co.ilgsuit.co.il
- [3]9000 Wedge Bonder — palomartechnologies.compalomartechnologies.com
- [4]9000 Wedge Bonder Data Sheet — palomartechnologies.compalomartechnologies.com
- [5]9000 Wedge Bonder — befirst-tech.combefirst-tech.com
Last updated Sep 24, 2026.
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