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Complete Comparison of 9 Mounters

From high-speed production to prototyping — a comprehensive guide
to the full Panasonic mounter lineup.
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High-Speed Tray Feeder High-Precision Mid-Speed Prototype
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9 Models by Category

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High-Speed Mounters
HIGH SPEED
NPM-D3A
NPM-D3A
Dual-mounting architecture for fully independent placement
OEE Improvement Enhanced Core Performance Maximized Output
Placement Speed92,000 CPH
Accuracy±30μm
Components03015 – 100×90mm
Board Size510×590mm
Beams2 Beams (Dual)
LanesDual-Lane Capable
NPM-W2
NPM-W2
High productivity and high-quality placement, together
Fast Changeover Advanced Component Support Long PCB Compatible
Placement Speed84,000 CPH
Accuracy±30μm
Components03015 – 135×135mm
Board Size750×550mm (1,500mm long-board OP)
Feeder120 tape / 40 tray
LanesDual-Lane Capable
NPM-DX
NPM-DX
Maximum real throughput with labor-saving automation
4-Beam System Auto Recovery Remote Operation Constant-Load Placement
Placement Speed196,000 CPH
Accuracy±25μm (±15μm)
Components0201 – 150×25mm
Board Size510×590mm
Beams4 Beams (Max Productivity)
LanesDual-Lane Capable
Tray Feeder Mounter
TRAY MOUNTER
NPM-TT2
NPM-TT2
Directly connectable to NPM-D3A / NPM-W2
Odd-Form Components Multi-Recognition Camera Configurable Feeder
Delivers high-speed, high-efficiency placement of odd-form components and supports diverse production styles. Directly connectable to the NPM-D3A and NPM-W2, it features a lightweight 8-nozzle head or the 3-nozzle head V2, a configurable feeder section, and a multi-recognition camera.
Placement Speed18,000 CPH
Accuracy±40μm (±30μm)
Components0402 – 150×25mm
Board Size510×590mm
High-Precision Mounters
HIGH PRECISION
NEW
NPM-GH
NPM-GH
High-precision placement of ±10μm
APC-5M Compatible 5M Process Control Auto Setting Feeder
Placement Speed111,000 CPH
Accuracy±25μm (±10μm)
Components0201 – 150×25mm
Board Size510×590mm
NEW
NPM-GW
NPM-GW
Large components and large boards for EV and DX growth
Large PCB Support APC-5M Compatible Flexible Line Config.
Placement Speed104,000 CPH
Accuracy±25μm
Components0201 – 150×25mm
Board Size760×687mm (1,500mm long-board OP)
Mid-Speed Mounter
MID SPEED
VM101/VM102
VM101 / VM102
High productivity with ±30μm placement accuracy
Compact Design Wide Variations Entry Model
A compact, high-performance entry model offering a wide range of variations — flexibly handling everything from high-speed production to high-mix low-volume and prototyping. The VM101 delivers 42,000 CPH with up to a 16-nozzle head, while the VM102 achieves 32,100 CPH with a 14-nozzle head.
Placement SpeedVM101: 42,000 / VM102: 32,100 CPH
AccuracyVM101: ±30μm / VM102: ±40μm
Components0402 – 150×25mm
Board Size330×250mm
Prototype Mounter
PROTOTYPE
AM100
AM100
Productivity and versatility — in a single machine
Super Multi-Head Large-Capacity Feeder Diverse Production
A one-machine solution combining a Super Multi-Head with a flexible, large-capacity feeder section — handling diverse PCB assembly and production styles across many manufacturing environments. Supports large boards, manual tray placement, and tall components.
Placement Speed35,800 CPH
Accuracy±40μm
Components0402 – 150×25mm
Board Size515×460mm (2,000mm long-board OP)

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Specification NPM-D3ANPM-W2NPM-DXNPM-TT2 NPM-GHNPM-GWVM101VM102AM100
Overview
ConceptHigh-Speed DualVersatile / High-Mix4-Beam / High OutputPrototype / High-MixUltra High-PrecisionVersatile / Large PCB1-Beam / High-SpeedVersatile / High-MixVersatile / Prototype
Head Configuration16 / 8 / 2 selectable16 / 8 / 3 selectable16 / 8 / 4 selectable8 / 3 selectableFC 16 / 08 / 03 selectableFC 16 / 08 / 03 selectable16 / 8 / 4 selectable14 fixed14 fixed
Number of Beams224222111
Performance
Max Placement Speed (CPH)92,00084,000196,00018,000111,000104,00042,00032,10035,800
Placement Accuracy (Chip)±30μm(±25μm)±30μm(±25μm)±25μm(±15μm)±40μm(±30μm)±25μm(±10μm)±25μm±30μm±40μm±40μm
PCB Support
Max PCB Size (mm)510×590750×550510×590510×590510×590760×687330×250330×250515×460
Long-Board Support1,500mm(OP)1,500mm(OP)2,000mm(OP)
Component Support
Min. Component Size03015030150201040202010201040204020402
Max. Component Size100×90mm135×135mm150×25mm150×25mm150×25mm150×25mm100×40mm150×25mm150×25mm
Max. Component Height28mm40mm30mm30mm30mm40mm12mm30mm28mm
Feeder
Max. Tape Feeder Types681201361206813680160160
Max. Tray Feeder Types2040402448202020
Tray Feeder PositionRearRearFront / RearRearFront / RearFrontFrontRear
Twin Tray Support(20+20)
Footprint & Investment
Dimensions W×D (mm)832×2,6521,280×2,4651,665×2,5701,300×2,798975×2,4731,410×2,320830×1,9691,515×2,0701,970×2,105
Weight (kg)1,9002,8504,0403,0902,3302,8101,5002,1102,780
Footprint (m²)2.213.164.283.642.413.271.643.144.15
Features
APC CompatibleAPC-5MAPC-5M
Dual Lane
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which mounter is best for high-mix, low-volume production?

NPM-W2 and NPM-GW NEW are equipped with tray feeding capability, making them ideal for high-mix, low-volume production.

  • NPM-W2: Supports 120 tape types + 40 tray types, with twin tray (20+20) for high-mix low-volume production
  • NPM-GW NEW: Supports 136 tape types + 48 tray types, handles large PCBs up to 760x687mm, and 1,500mm long-board support (optional)
Which mounter offers the best cost-performance?

NPM-D3A and NPM-W2 deliver outstanding cost-performance.

  • NPM-D3A: Max placement speed 92,000 CPH, dual machine capable, dual-beam head, footprint 2.21 sqm, accuracy 30/25 micrometer
  • NPM-W2: Max placement speed 84,000 CPH, accuracy 30/25 micrometer, excellent high-mix capability, 1,500mm long-board support (optional)
Which is the high-precision mounter?

NPM-GH NEW delivers industry-leading placement accuracy.

  • NPM-GH NEW: Placement accuracy 25/10 micrometer - industry top-class precision
  • Max placement speed 111,000 CPH, APC-5M process control compatible, supports 0201 chip placement
Which mounter is suitable for prototyping?

AM100 and VM102 feature multi-heads that handle a wide range of components with a single head.

  • AM100: 14-head super multi-head, supports components from 0402 to 150x25mm, 160 tape types, 2,000mm long-board support (optional) - ideal for prototyping and R&D
  • VM102: 14-head multi-head, 160 tape types, compact footprint of 3.14 sqm, max placement speed 32,100 CPH
Which mounters support long-board and heavy PCBs?

NPM-W2, NPM-GW NEW, and AM100 support long-board and heavy PCBs.

  • NPM-W2: Max board length 1,500mm (optional), max placement speed 84,000 CPH, accuracy 30/25 micrometer
  • NPM-GW NEW: Max board length 1,500mm (optional), large PCBs up to 760x687mm, maintains high accuracy of 25 micrometer
  • AM100: Max board length 2,000mm (optional), super multi-head for prototyping and R&D
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