PRECISION PCB ASSEMBLY WITH XALTAN SYSTEMS' MADE-IN-INDIA TECH

As of 2024, this startup is recognised for its innovative desktop pick-and-place machine, transforming electronic prototyping and small-scale manufacturing.

-  - Akanksha Sondhi Gaur

Efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability are the future of prototyping and small-scale manufacturing. Dr Unnikrishnan emphasises their desktop pick-and-place machine is a development for engineers, enabling swift idea-to-product transformation. Its capability to manage loose components and customisation makes it perfect for XP300 speeding up R&D and smallbatch production, empowering users with greater control.

Headquartered in Kochi, India, Xaltan Systems was incorporated in 2023 by three co-founders, Dr Unnikrishnan K.C., Ajith Narayanan, and Suresh Gopinathan. (The groundwork had been ongoing since 2017.) Their flagship product, described as a 'robotic arm for electronics,' significantly streamlines the process of placing tiny components on circuit boards, offering a precise and adaptable solution, as Unnikrishnan states.

The startup's pick-and-place machine stands out due to its advanced vision systems and accurate motion systems, allowing it to handle components as small as 0.3mm by 0.5mm with pinpoint accuracy. Its customisable feeders are designed to handle an extraordinary range of components, from tiny resistors and capacitors to larger IC packages, ensuring seamless transitions between different board designs. A key innovation is its Loose Part Feeder system, a rare feature in similar machines, particularly those from Chinese competitors.