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NEO LIGHT Stencil
SMT Stencil Smart Storage Rack

SMT stencils are large and uniquely shaped, making them incompatible with standard reel racks or automated storage systems. NEO LIGHT Stencil features vertical slot design purpose-built for stencils. High-precision position sensors plus LED location guidance, 90-stencil capacity, eliminates stencil mix-ups and search-time waste.

90
Stencils
Sensor
Position Detection
LED
Location Guidance
Dedicated
Stencil Design
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NEO LIGHT Stencil SMT stencil storage rack with LED guidance
CLOSED-LOOP POSITIONING

Stencils Need Closed-Loop Management Too: Register, Store, Pick & Return

NEO LIGHT Stencil handles Storage (②), Picking (③), and Return (⑥) in the material closed loop. In the semi-auto ecosystem, NEO SCAN handles stencil registration, NEO LIGHT Stencil manages storage, picking and return, while NEO COUNTER X400 handles remaining-quantity counting.

1
Register
Scan stencil barcode
Create digital identity
NEO SCAN
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2
Store
Vertical slot stocking
Sensor confirms placement
NEO LIGHT Stencil
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3
Pick
LED-guided location
Fast target stencil retrieval
NEO LIGHT Stencil
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4
Production
Material Ready
Seamless Integration
Powering Your Production
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5
Count
X-ray remaining qty
Update inventory
NEO COUNTER X400
⑥ Return: After production use, stencils return to NEO LIGHT Stencil → back to step ②, ready for the next pick cycle
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Stencil Storage Hub Across 3 Steps — Store · Pick · Return

NEO LIGHT Stencil handles Storage (②), Picking (③), and Return (⑥) in the stencil closed loop. Vertical slots plus sensors plus LED guidance ensure every stencil retrieval is fast, precise, and error-free.

CORE CAPABILITIES

Vertical Slot Design: A Dedicated Solution for SMT Stencils

NEO LIGHT Stencil delivers value across three dimensions: vertical slot storage, sensor-based location tracking, and lifecycle traceability, providing a dedicated smart storage solution for SMT stencils.

Vertical Slots Purpose-Built for Stencils
  • Vertical slots accommodate standard stencil frame sizes
  • Upright storage prevents bending and warping
  • Easy insert and retrieve, reduced handling time
90-stencil capacity
Sensor + LED Dual Location Guidance
  • High-precision position sensors detect stencil insert/remove
  • LED lights quickly locate the target stencil position
  • Sensor auto-confirms inventory status, no scanning needed
Instant stencil location
SMF Platform Stencil Lifecycle Tracking
  • SMF software manages stencil full lifecycle
  • Tracks usage count, cleaning records, tension test history
  • Prevents expired stencils from reaching the line
Full lifecycle traceability
SPECIFICATIONS

NEO LIGHT Stencil Technical Specifications

Vertical slot design, purpose-built for intelligent SMT stencil storage.

Parameter NEO LIGHT Stencil Spec
Product Type SMT Stencil Dedicated Smart Storage Rack
Max Capacity 90 stencils
Stencil Compatibility Multiple standard SMT stencil frame sizes
Storage Method Vertical slots, prevents bending and warping
Location Technology High-precision position sensor + LED guidance
Inventory Confirmation Sensor auto-detection
Connectivity WiFi / LAN
Power Supply AC 220V / 50Hz
Operating Temperature 10°C – 35°C
Software Platform SMF Smart Material Control Platform
INTEGRATION & TRACEABILITY

ERP/MES Integration & Material Traceability

NEO LIGHT connects to your shop-floor systems through open interfaces. Every light- or sensor-guided store and pick is logged and reported to MES/WMS/ERP in real time, so inventory stays accurate without changing how your lines already run — semi-automatic control with full digital traceability.

REST APIOPC UA1D / 2D BarcodeERP / MES / WMSLight / Sensor Guided
ERP / MES Connectivity
  • Store and pick operations reported to MES/WMS/ERP for real-time inventory sync
  • Barcode scan auto-matches each reel to its material ID and slot
  • Deploys alongside existing lines — no line rebuild or AGV required
  • Role-based operator login with full action history
MES / WMS / ERP ready
Material Traceability Data Model
  • Material IDfrom reel barcode
  • Slot Locationshelf / position
  • OperationStore / Pick
  • Operatorlogin / badge
  • Timestampper operation
  • ResultConfirmed / Exception
Exposed via REST / OPC UA
RELIABILITY & COMPLIANCE

Reliability, ESD Safety & Compliance

Built for daily electronics-manufacturing duty with ESD-safe handling throughout and a standards-compliant design approach suited to automotive, medical and other high-reliability sectors.

≥99.9%
Inventory Accuracy
designed target
≥95%
System Availability
designed target
ESD-safe
Handling Surfaces
dissipative + grounded
10 yr
Service Life
utilization-based PM
ESD Protection — IEC 61340-5-1
Dissipative handling surfaces and hard grounding for ESD-safe reel and component storage
CE — Low Voltage (LVD) + EMC
Designed for CE conformity under the Low Voltage and EMC directives with a complete technical file
RoHS / REACH Materials
Restricted-substance-compliant materials and finishes throughout the shelving system
Data Security — IEC 62443 ready
Access control and secure data exchange for ERP/MES integration and operation logs

Compliance scope, certifications and performance figures are confirmed per project, configuration and region.

UNIQUE POSITIONING

Stencil-Dedicated — A Unique NEO LIGHT Capability

NEO LIGHT Stencil is the only smart stencil storage solution on the market. The physical form factor of stencils makes them incompatible with SMD BOX automated storage, making this a unique capability exclusive to NEO LIGHT.

NEO LIGHT Stencil — The Only Smart Stencil Storage Solution
Stencil-Dedicated
NEO LIGHT Stencil
Vertical Slots · Position Sensors · LED Guidance
90 Stencils · SMF Full Lifecycle Traceability
No full-auto equivalent available
Stencil management is a unique NEO LIGHT capability — the SMD BOX full-auto storage system cannot accommodate stencils due to physical structural limitations. If you manage both reels and stencils, you can deploy NEO LIGHT Stencil alongside SMD BOX.
Explore SMD BOX (reel storage) →    Explore NEO LIGHT standard models (semi-auto reel storage) →
Semi-Auto Ecosystem Loop
Register
NEO SCAN
Semi-auto scan registration
Create UID identity
→
Current Product
NEO LIGHT Stencil
Store · Pick · Return
Stencil Smart Storage Rack
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Powering Your Production
Production
Material Ready
Seamless Integration
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Counting
NEO COUNTER X400
X-ray precision counting
Update inventory data
BUYER CHECK

Is NEO LIGHT Stencil Right for Your Factory?

Best fit

Any line that stores stencils — the only smart stencil storage solution on the market, since stencil form factors are incompatible with box-type automated storage.

Performance (as specified)

90-stencil capacity in vertical slots (horizontal stacking bends stencils and degrades print accuracy) with position sensors and LED location guidance.

Deployment requirements

Deploy alongside SMD BOX / NEO LIGHT reel storage; in the semi-auto ecosystem NEO SCAN registers stencils and NEO COUNTER X400 counts remainders.

Integration

SMF platform tracking for storage, picking and return — eliminating stencil mix-ups and search time.

Support

Global support network: 7×24 coverage, 15+ service locations, 98% customer satisfaction. Confirm on-site coverage for your region with our team.

What shapes your quote

Stencil count and sizes, number of storage units, and ecosystem pairing.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the NEO LIGHT Stencil smart storage rack. For additional inquiries, please contact our technical consultants.

Why can’t stencils be stored on standard reel racks?
SMT stencils are large and thin (typically a metal frame with stainless steel mesh). Horizontal stacking causes bending and warping, which compromises solder paste printing accuracy. Traditional reel racks with horizontal shelves are also dimensionally incompatible with stencil proportions. NEO LIGHT Stencil uses vertical slot design where each stencil stands upright in its own dedicated slot, with no contact between adjacent stencils, fundamentally preventing bending and deformation.
What stencil sizes does Stencil support?
NEO LIGHT Stencil supports multiple standard SMT stencil frame sizes. The vertical slots are optimized to accommodate mainstream stencil frame specifications on the market. To confirm whether your specific stencil dimensions are compatible, please contact our technical consultants for a sizing review.
Is there a full-auto stencil storage solution?
Not currently. The physical form factor of stencils (large thin panels with metal frames) is incompatible with the internal structure of SMD BOX automated storage systems, making automated insert/retrieve impossible. NEO LIGHT Stencil is the only smart stencil storage solution available, which is a unique advantage of the NEO LIGHT product line. With sensor plus LED guidance, stencil retrieval times are reduced to seconds, approaching a full-auto experience.
How are stencil usage counts and cleaning records tracked?
The SMF smart material control platform creates a complete lifecycle record for each stencil, automatically logging usage count, cleaning timestamps, and tension test results. When a stencil reaches its maximum usage count or exceeds its cleaning cycle interval, the system automatically issues a maintenance alert, preventing expired stencils from reaching the printing line and affecting quality. All data can be synced to ERP/MES systems via API.
Can stencils and reels be managed together?
Yes. NEO LIGHT Stencil handles stencils exclusively, while reels can be stored using NEO LIGHT PTL or NEO LIGHT Plus for semi-auto management, or SMD BOX for full-auto management. All devices are unified through the SMF platform, enabling stencils and reels to be managed within a single system for integrated material control.

Choose the Right Solution for Your Stencil Management

NEO LIGHT Stencil is the only smart stencil storage solution. Contact our consultants to learn how to integrate stencil management into your SMT material closed loop.

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