Siborg Systems Inc. Expands Smart Tweezers and LCR-Reader LCR-meters Accessibility in Russia with New Distributors

Moscow, Russia, September 22, 2014 (Newswire.com) - Waterloo, Ontario based Siborg Systems Inc. has expanded the distribution channel for Smart Tweezers and LCR-Reader LCR-meters in Russia by adding SPE Group, Novosibirsk, and SPE Group, Moscow, to the growing list of distributors worldwide.

Smart Tweezers are an alternative tool for testing and troubleshooting Surface Mount Technology (SMT). Unlike conventional testers, Smart Tweezers doesn’t require both hands to work the test probes, nor does it require the user to stop and set-up for the next measurement. Surface Mount Technology is the leading manufacturing method of electronics, in which tiny components are mounted directly to a Printed Circuit Board (PCB). The small components, referred to as Surface Mount Devices or SMDs, are generally unlabelled due to their size. This can complicate keeping track of the components or their values. Smart Tweezers unique design allows for an easier way of determining the type and values of components. Smart Tweezers are the combination of a set of tweezers and an LCR-meter in a one-handed-use, nearly pen-sized device. To test a component, all the user needs to do is grasp the component between the tweezers. Automatically, Smart Tweezers will determine the type of component and best test range and signal frequency, then measure for Inductance, Capacitance, or Resistance, while also measuring for secondary values such as the Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR).

"Smart Tweezers allow to measure a variety of parameters on a PCB due to its design. It does not require desoldering of the components and therefore simplifies PCB testing significantly."

Michael Obrecht, Director of R&D at Siborg Systems Inc.

“Smart Tweezers and its latest model, the LCR-Reader, allow to measure a variety of parameters on a PCB due to its design. It does not require desoldering of the components and therefore simplifies PCB testing significantly.” says the Director of Research and Development at Siborg, Michael Obrecht.

Siborg is very excited to have new distributors offering Smart Tweezers among their lines of products. These distributors include SPE Group and Premier Electric.

SPE Group (Scientific Professional Equipment Company) is a supplier of high-tech professional equipment for scientific research for the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences. THe company offers equipment from leading scientific equipment manufacturers such as Leica Microsystems, Tektronix, Hameg Instruments, etc.

Premier Electric is a distributor of electronic and electromechanical components. Its high-performance logistics and high skilled personnel allow to deliver components and offer solutions in the shortest time and optimal price.

There are two models of Smart Tweezers currently available; the professional ST-5S model and the consumer model, the LCR-Reader. Both devices offer high accuracy measurements in a 1 oz. device. The LCR-Reader was designed for non-professionals looking for a device like the ST-5S but without the high price. The LCR-Reader retails for under $200, this was achievable by omitting some features found on the ST-5S model. LCR-Reader offers features such as:

-Automatic Inductance, Resistance, Capacitance and ESR evaluations
-1% basic accuracy (about the same as ST-2 and ST-3 models)
-Best range selection
-Fixed 0.5 Vrms (this may impede testing some types of capacitors, including ceramic)

The ST-5S is the professional base model, with more features and higher accuracy, as well as having an NIST traceable calibration certificate. Features include:

-Fully automatic L, C, R and ESR values
-Adjustable test signals of 0.45 and 0.9 Vrms
-Component sorting with 1%, 5%, 10% and 20% tolerances
-Active and reactive impedance components displayed
-Parasitic offset subtraction feature
-Continuity and diode testing

Smart Tweezers ST-5S has a multi-directional button which allows users to easily change measurement settings without entering the menus. When more specific measurement parameters are needed, users can change settings in the menus which can be viewed in the Smart Tweezers ST-5S youtube video.

Smart Tweezers popularity has grown exponentially over the past 10 years of availability. It has become and industry proven tool and is indispensable for all applications including use on production lines. It has become a well known tool for quickly and accurately testing and troubleshooting Surface Mount Technology, and is currently used by many major high-tech companies worldwide. Visit the Smart Tweezers Blog for all the latest news about Smart Tweezers and LCR-Reader.

About Siborg Systems Inc.

Established in 1994, Siborg Systems Inc. is a source of engineering software and hardware tools for semiconductor and electronics industry. Located in the city of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, it enjoys being a part of the local world-renowned high tech community.

About SPE Group:

Scientific Professional Equipment Company (SPE Group) was founded in September 1999 by a group of graduates of the Novosibirsk State University. Its main business is to provide organizations of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences with high-tech professional equipment for scientific research. The company offers equipment from leading manufacturers such as Leica Microsystems, Tektronix Measurement, Hameg Instruments and many others.

Being in direct contact with most manufacturers allows SPE Group to offer competitive pricing and respond quickly to changes in the scientific equipment market. Its clients include the Institute of Nuclear Physics, Institute of Petroleum Geology, SB RAS, Regional Diagnostic Center, Institute of Blood Circulation Pathology, and many other scientific, medical and industrial organization in Novosibirsk.

About Premier Electronics:

Premier Electronic supplies domestic and imported electronic components world’s leading manufacturers directly from the manufacturers and from the warehouse of major Western distributors. The company is a partner of STMicroelectronics, the official representative of Cygnal Integrated, Future Technology Devices International, GlobespanVirata.

In lines of supply special emphasis on components companies including: Analog Devices, AMD, ATMEL, Burr-Brown, Clare, Cypress, Dallas, EXAR, FCI, IDT, Infineon, Epcos, Intel, International Rectifier, MAXIM, MICROCHIP, MICREL, Motorola, NEC, NSC, OKI, ON Semiconductor, PHILIPS, QT, Recom, SST, Sharp, Sipex, Texas Instruments, Traco Power, XILIX, Xicor and cheap, high-quality components Asian manufactures relays FORWARD RELAYS, installation products, connectors, LEDs, LCDs, quartz resonators.

Established relationships directly with manufacturers and distributors of the largest western allow components to deliver in the shortest time and at the best price.

For more information:

SPE Group
Novosibirsk, Akademgorodok, 4a Inzhenernaya Street, Suite 212
Phone/Fax: (383) 330-82-95
Contact: Pavel Fedorov
fedorov (at) spegroup (dot) ru
www (dot) spegroup (dot) ru