Four Used YSM20R Machines for LED Manufacturing: Spain Case Study

Four used Yamaha YSM20R machines went to a Spanish LED display maker in two orders: CPK-verified accuracy and two years of zero breakdowns.

Case Study

Four Used YSM20R Machines for LED Manufacturing: Spain Case Study

See how JHIMS supplied a Spanish LED display maker with four used YSM20R machines in two orders (2 + 2), plus feeders, nozzles and carts — 2 years of zero breakdowns and a 30% efficiency gain.

Direct answer: A Spanish LED display manufacturer purchased 4 used YSM20R pick-and-place machines from JHIMS across two orders — two units in November 2022 and two more in July 2023 — together with 60 electric feeders, 20 nozzles and 4 tray carts. JHIMS inspected each machine (runtime, manufacturing date, condition), performed CPK accuracy checks, cleaned and lubricated, and verified performance against Yamaha official specifications. The machines have operated flawlessly for two years with zero breakdowns, delivering a 30% increase in production efficiency.

Key Takeaways

  • 14 YSM20R Machines
  • 295,000 CPH Speed
  • 32 Yrs Zero Breakdowns
  • 4+30% Efficiency

Customer & Industry

At a glance: who the customer is, where the machines were delivered, and what drove the investment.

CustomerSpanish LED display manufacturer (name confidential)
IndustryLED display manufacturing
Project LocationSpain
Project Type4 used Yamaha YSM20R machines (2 orders)
Purchase Date2022-11 & 2023-07
Driving RequirementHigh-speed, high-precision placement for indoor & outdoor LED modules

LED display makers sell assembled modules into projects, so repeatability beats peak speed. Covering 0201 to 55 × 100 mm keeps the indoor and outdoor portfolio open; this Spanish maker used pre-owned machines for it.

Customer Background: Scaling LED Display Production

Yamaha pick and place machines stored in the JHIMS used-equipment warehouse
Yamaha pick and place machines in the JHIMS used-equipment warehouse.

A Spanish LED display manufacturer needed high-precision, high-speed pick-and-place machines for indoor and outdoor LED modules, and chose used YSM20R machines for reliability and wide chip-size coverage.

Two orders — November 2022 and July 2023 — delivered four used YSM20R (YSM20R-2 PV) in a 2 + 2 split: 60 SS08mm electric feeders, 20 1515 (302A) nozzles, 4 tray carts, commissioned by JHIMS.

The YSM20R’s 95,000 CPH, ±0.035 mm accuracy and 0201 to 55×100 mm range fitted the customer’s LED modules. At used prices this was flagship Yamaha performance, with feeders, nozzles and carts included.

Project Challenges

Communication with Spanish LED manufacturer for used YSM20R
Order and payment messages exchanged with the Spanish customer.
  • Minimal Usage Used YSM20R machines with minimal usage hours and excellent physical condition.
  • No Operational Issues Guaranteed no operational issues, verified before shipment.
  • Authenticity Assurance Assurance of machine authenticity and performance against official specs.
  • Production-Ready Bundle Feeders, nozzles and tray carts delivered together so the line can start immediately.
  • Cross-Border Delivery Machines inspected in China and shipped to the customer’s factory in Spain.

Five risk points when a used high-speed machine is bought at a distance: machine hours and wear, running faults, type substitution, missing accessories, and cross-border delivery, where documentation is the only bridge.

The procurement risks recorded for this project, and the verification step that closes each one before shipment.

Recorded risk Why it matters in production How it is closed
Minimal usage High hours shorten the period before guides and drives need attention Runtime logging and manufacturing-date verification on each unit
No operational issues Vacuum, feeder and vision faults appear under load, not on inspection Functional testing of all subsystems before shipment
Authenticity A machine that is not the stated type invalidates accuracy data and spare-part plans Verification against Yamaha official specifications
Configuration completeness A machine without the right feeders and nozzles cannot run on arrival Complete kit: 60 SS08mm electric feeders, 20 x 1515 type 302A nozzles, 4 tray carts
Cross-border delivery Inspection and production happen in different countries Documented inspection evidence supplied with the machines
Placement quality Chip position errors in LED modules show up as rework at module level CPK accuracy checks performed on every machine
Precision on fine pitch Fine-pitch modules need consistent placement, not just a capable machine Capability verified per unit, not per model
Ramp-up time Accessory orders placed after arrival delay the start of production Accessories delivered in the same shipment as the machines
Long-term support Fleet uptime depends on parts and service availability Parts, remote diagnostics and on-site service through the supplier
Internal structure of the Yamaha YSM20 mounter showing beam, head and feeder area
The beam, head and feeder bank inside the YSM20 mounter.

Customer Requirements

Before purchasing used machines, the customer verified five non-negotiable requirements:

  • High Placement Speed Enough CPH to keep up with growing LED module orders.
  • Precision Placement Consistent accuracy for fine-pitch LED chips and modules.
  • Verified Condition Usage hours, manufacturing date and physical condition of each used YSM20R confirmed before purchase.
  • Official-Spec Performance Machines verified against Yamaha official specifications.
  • Complete Line Kit Feeders, nozzles and carts included so production starts immediately.

Requirements cover the machine and its accessories — how a capability is bought, not a machine. Verified condition and official specs prove the units deliver; drop any of the three and arrival slips from days to weeks.

JHIMS Solution

  • Full Inspection Assessed runtime, manufacturing date, and overall condition of every machine.
  • CPK Accuracy Checks Performed accuracy checks (CPK), cleaned, lubricated, and tested all functions.
  • Official Verification Verified each machine against Yamaha’s official specifications before delivery.
  • Complete Bundle 60 SS08mm electric feeders, 20 nozzles (1515, type 302A) and 4 tray carts with the machines.
  • Commissioning Support Installation, commissioning and operator training by JHIMS engineers.
  • After-Sales Service Video tutorials, operation manuals, remote diagnostics and on-site service.

JHIMS’s YSM20R protocol covers all functions: runtime logging, manufacturing date verification, CPK accuracy tests, axis and feeder checks, cleaning and lubrication — then testing against Yamaha official specifications.

Layered by design: hour logs cut machines whose life does not match the price; CPK checks measure the system as a whole; cleaning and lubrication restore the vacuum path pickup needs — the same standard in 2022 and 2023.

JHIMS engineer training a customer operator on Yamaha mounter operation
Operator training at the customer plant.

Equipment Configuration: Purchase Details

Date Item Model Qty
2022-11-16 Yamaha YSM20R pick and place machine YSM20R-2 PV 2
2023-07-31 Yamaha YSM20R pick and place machine YSM20R-2 PV 2
2023-07-31 Electric feeder SS08mm 60
2023-07-31 Nozzle 1515 302A 20
2023-07-31 Tray cart (20-position) — 4

Purchased across two orders (2022-11 and 2023-07) — four production-ready YSM20R machines with a complete feeder, nozzle and tray cart configuration.

Key Specifications

Feature Details
Model Yamaha YSM20R (Type PV)
Placement Speed Up to 95,000 CPH
Placement Accuracy ±0.035mm (±0.025mm with Cpk ≥ 1.0)
Component Range 0201 to 55 × 100 mm
Feeder Capacity Up to 140 types (8mm equivalent)
PCB Size L50×W50mm to L810×W490mm
Power Supply 3-phase AC 200-416V ±10%, 50/60Hz
Air Supply 0.45 MPa (4.5 kgf/cm²) or higher
Nonstop Feeder sATS30NS compatible

The table reads as a line bill of materials: 60 SS08mm electric feeders for 8 mm tape parts, 20 1515 (302A) nozzles, 4 tray carts for tray-only parts. At up to 140 feeder types, the line began production on arrival.

What each order delivered, and the effect of each item on the time from arrival to production.

Order Item delivered Qty Effect on ramp-up
2022-11-16 Yamaha YSM20R pick and place machine (YSM20R-2 PV) 2 First pair of high-speed placement machines qualified for indoor and outdoor modules
2023-07-31 Yamaha YSM20R pick and place machine (YSM20R-2 PV) 2 Fleet extended to four units, adding parallel production capacity
2023-07-31 Electric feeder SS08mm 60 8 mm tape positions ready without a separate accessory procurement
2023-07-31 Nozzle 1515 (type 302A) 20 Chip-size coverage for the product mix with spare nozzle positions
2023-07-31 Tray cart, 20 position 4 Handling for tray-supplied components that tape feeders cannot address
Both orders Inspection, CPK testing and official-spec verification Per unit Condition evidence available before the machines left the seller
Both orders Installation, commissioning and operator training Included Programs and operator knowledge transferred at handover
Both orders After-sales support: video tutorials, manuals, remote and on-site service Included Fleet kept in production across two years with zero breakdowns

Used YSM20R Inspection & Delivery

Every used YSM20R passed the JHIMS protocol before shipment: runtime logging, date verification, CPK accuracy tests, axis and feeder checks, cleaning and lubrication, then testing against Yamaha official specifications.

Read in sequence, the protocol shows why a delivered machine can be called production-ready.

  • Inspection and run-in before shipment: runtime and manufacturing-date logs fix machine age in operating hours.
  • CPK placement accuracy is verified and the report handed over: ±0.035 mm, or ±0.025 mm at Cpk 1.0.
  • The feeder, nozzle and tray kit is completed to the line’s requirement.
  • Packing and loading are documented.
  • Remote support covers installation.
  • Spare parts and service continue after delivery.
Used YSM20R pick and place machine in excellent condition
Used Yamaha YSM20R pick and place machine in excellent condition
High-precision used YSM20R for LED display manufacturing
High-precision Yamaha YSM20R for LED display manufacturing
Used YSM20R machine ready for shipment to Spain
Yamaha YSM20R machine ready for shipment to Spain
Scheduling and payment messages with the customer during installation
Scheduling and payment messages exchanged with the customer during installation.

Video: Buying a Used YSM20R

Watch this guide on what to look for when buying SMT machines and Yamaha machines — the same inspection principles JHIMS applied to the machines delivered in this project. Watch the full buying guide on YouTube.

The guide is worth watching next to the inspection record; its questions are the ones the protocol answers.

  • How machine hours and service history are verified.
  • How the type and revision are confirmed.
  • What to check on feeders, nozzles and rails.
  • Why accuracy is judged from CPK data, not a demo placement.
  • What documentation must ship with the machine.
  • What makes arrival production-ready rather than a project.

Results & Operational Benefits

The machines ran flawlessly for two years, with consistent output and zero breakdowns. The customer reported a 30% efficiency gain, supporting expanding LED display orders and a stronger European position.

JHIMS exceeded our expectations with their professionalism and the quality of the Yamaha YSM20R. It has been a game-changer for our LED manufacturing process. — Spanish LED Manufacturer

  • Efficiency 30% increase in production efficiency reported by the customer.
  • Reliability Flawless operation for two years with zero breakdowns.
  • Consistency Consistent performance for indoor and outdoor LED module assembly.
  • Repeat Purchase The July 2023 order added the third and fourth machines, and the third of them opened a third production line. That machine has its own case study.
  • European Market Strength Expanded LED display orders strengthened the customer’s position in the European market.

The repeat purchase history (2 + 2 used YSM20R machines plus a later third-line addition) reflects the trust built through JHIMS’s inspection quality and after-sales responsiveness.

Two years of zero breakdowns beats any specification: it reports the whole system. Feeder jams, nozzle faults, vision errors and wear surface only in production, and explain the reported 30% efficiency gain.

Reliable used YSM20R equipment from JHIMS for LED production
A used YSM20R mounter prepared for the customer.
PCB production workshop at a customer facility running SMT placement lines
The customer production floor running the standardised line.

Standardising the Line on One Mounter Model

Buying the same model four times over two orders is deliberate standardisation, not convenience. A mixed fleet needs separate spare parts, nozzle and feeder sets and operator training; one platform shares them all.

Standardisation also changes how capacity is allocated across four machines.

  • One program library for all four: planners assign machines to products, not products to machines.
  • A shared feeder, nozzle and spare-parts pool.
  • Operators trained once, able to run any machine at ±0.035 mm (±0.025 mm at Cpk 1.0).
  • Maintenance windows move production to other units instead of stopping it.
JHIMS manufacturing and equipment preparation facility
The JHIMS facility where machines are verified, cleaned and packed before dispatch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is used SMT equipment reliable?▼
Yes. JHIMS inspects every used YSM20R and other used machines before shipment: runtime logging, manufacturing date verification, CPK placement accuracy tests, axis and feeder checks, and full cleaning and lubrication. Each machine is then tested against the manufacturer’s official specifications. See more used-machine inspection videos on YouTube.
How does JHIMS ensure the quality of used machines?▼
Every used machine passes the JHIMS inspection protocol: runtime and manufacturing date verification, CPK accuracy tests, axis and feeder checks, full cleaning and lubrication, followed by performance verification against the manufacturer’s official specifications before delivery.
Why choose used over new SMT machines?▼
Used YSM20R machines from JHIMS offer significant cost savings with performance comparable to new equipment. In this project the customer gained flagship Yamaha YSM20R performance at a fraction of new-machine cost, with bundled feeders, nozzles and carts so the line could start production immediately.
What warranty does JHIMS provide for used equipment?▼
JHIMS provides a standard warranty for used SMT equipment covering manufacturing defects; the warranty period and terms are detailed in the purchase agreement. After-sales support, remote diagnostics and spare parts service continue after the warranty period.
What is the maximum placement speed of the YSM20R?▼
The YSM20R-2 Type PV achieves 95,000 CPH (0.038 sec/CHIP) under Yamaha optimal conditions with twin HM heads. Type SV achieves 90,000 CPH. Real-world CPH depends on your board design and component mix.
What are the smallest and largest components the YSM20R can handle?▼
HM head (Type PV): 0201 to 55×100mm, up to 15mm height. HM head (Type SV): 03015 to 55×100mm, up to 15mm height. FM head: 03015 to 55×100mm, up to 28mm height.
What is the YSM20R placement accuracy?▼
±0.035mm (±0.025mm) with Cpk ≥ 1.0 (3σ) for both CHIP and QFP components, verified under Yamaha optimal conditions using standard evaluation components and test boards.
What is the difference between YSM20R Type PV and Type SV?▼
Type PV (KMK-000/100) is the premium variant: 95,000 CPH, 0201 minimum component, □12mm scan camera, sATS30NS compatible. Type SV (KMK-500/600) is the value variant: 90,000 CPH, 03015 minimum component.
How many feeder positions does the YSM20R support?▼
Fixed feeder plates: up to 140 types (8mm tape equivalent). Exchange feeder carriages: up to 128 types. sATS30 fixed auto-tray: up to 30 trays. cATS10 carriage-type tray: up to 30 layers.
What PCB sizes can the YSM20R process?▼
Single lane: L50×W50mm (min) to L810×W490mm (max). YSM20R-1 also supports M-size boards up to L360×W490mm. Dual-stage transport: 1 PCB at L810×W490mm or 2 PCBs at L380×W490mm.
What power supply does the YSM20R require?▼
3-phase AC 200/208/220/240/380/400/416V ±10%, 50/60Hz. Power capacity: 10.4kVA with average consumption of 1.9kW.
What air supply does the YSM20R need?▼
0.45 MPa (4.5 kgf/cm²) or higher, clean and dry. Supply pipe inner diameter: 8mm or larger. Set pressure: 0.40 MPa. Air consumption with HM head × 2: 240 L/min average.
What vision systems does the YSM20R use?▼
Four vision systems: Fiducial Camera (8×8mm FOV), Scan Camera (□12mm PV or □8mm SV), Multi-Camera for fine-pitch QFP/BGA recognition, and the component camera with backlight.
What is the sATS30NS nonstop feeder system?▼
The sATS30NS (Non-Stop) is an automatic tray supply unit compatible with YSM20R Type PV only. It allows continuous production without stopping for component replenishment.
What maintenance does the YSM20R require?▼
Weekly: nozzle inspection/cleaning, multi-camera glass cleaning. Monthly: X-axis ball screw greasing, X/Y-axis guide lubrication. Quarterly: air filter replacement, FM head check.
Does JHIMS provide installation and training?▼
Yes. JHIMS provides on-site installation, commissioning, and operator training by JHIMS certified engineers — on-site service is available at a charge. Remote video training, documentation support and remote diagnostics are provided free of charge.
How quickly can I get spare parts?▼
JHIMS maintains a comprehensive spare parts inventory at our Shenzhen headquarters. Critical parts ship via DHL/FedEx express, typically 3-7 business days.
Where can I get technical support after purchase?▼
Support available via: phone (86-755) 86700443, WhatsApp, Telegram (@jinghe_tech), Microsoft Teams, email ([email protected]), and phone (Mon-Sat, 09:00-23:00 China Standard Time (UTC+8)).
Can I visit JHIMS to see the YSM20R before purchasing?▼
Absolutely. Visit our Shenzhen demo center to see the YSM20R running. We can also arrange visits to existing customer sites in your region (subject to customer approval).
How long will the YSM20R remain serviceable?▼
Based on Yamaha’s track record with previous-generation machines, parts and service availability is expected for at least 10-15 years. JHIMS stocks a comprehensive inventory of service parts.
Does the YSM20R have CE certification?▼
Yes. Conforms to EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and EMC Directive 2014/30/EU (CE marking). Built-in emergency stop systems on front/rear consoles and safety covers with interlocks.
What are the shipping dimensions and weight of the YSM20R?▼
Main unit: L1,374×W1,857×H1,445mm, approx. 2,050kg (2-beam) or 1,950kg (1-beam). Additional: 32-feeder exchange carriage (70kg), cATS10 tray unit (160kg), sATS30 tray unit included.
What payment methods does JHIMS accept?▼
T/T (Telegraphic Transfer) is the primary method. Standard payment terms: 70% T/T deposit with the order, 30% T/T before shipment. Existing customers may use L/C (Letter of Credit) at sight.
How long does delivery take?▼
Standard: 4-8 weeks (factory production + pre-delivery inspection + export packaging + ocean freight). Air freight available for urgent orders. Ocean transit: 2-5 weeks depending on destination.
Can JHIMS handle customs clearance and import documentation?▼
Yes. JHIMS provides commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, certificate of origin, and any required compliance certificates. We work with experienced freight forwarders.
What is included with the YSM20R delivery?▼
Standard: main machine unit, standard accessories (operation manual, tool kit, maintenance kit), feeder configuration as specified, HM head(s), scan camera, fiducial camera and software.
How is the YSM20R packaged for shipping?▼
Custom-fabricated wooden crate with vibration-dampening foam and vapor-phase corrosion inhibitor (VCI) packaging. All moving axes mechanically locked. Tilt and shock indicators installed.
What is the YSM20R pick and place machine used for?▼
The YSM20R is a high-speed SMT pick and place machine used to place surface-mount components onto PCBs at high speed and accuracy for electronics assembly — including LED display modules.
How accurate is the YSM20R placement?▼
The YSM20R delivers high placement accuracy with a hybrid vision system, meeting the requirements of fine-pitch and high-density PCB assembly — ±0.035mm (±0.025mm) with Cpk ≥ 1.0.
What components can the YSM20R place?▼
The YSM20R handles components from ultra-small 0201 chips to large connectors up to 55×100mm, with flexible nozzle and feeder configurations.
What feeders are compatible with the YSM20R?▼
The YSM20R supports a wide range of feeders including tape, tray, and stick feeders, plus the sATS30NS nonstop feeder system for continuous production.
How does the YSM20R compare to manual assembly?▼
The YSM20R places thousands of components per hour with consistent accuracy, replacing manual placement which is 10-20x slower with higher error rates.

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