JPH01500506A - electrical device transport medium - Google Patents

Abstract

A transport medium for orderly, in-process transportation of assembled electrical devices (32) during backend processing. A carrier tray is comprised of a plurality of carrier units (4) held in coplanar relationship by a frame (2). Preferably the carrier units (4) are polyethersulfone inserts latchable into a coordinate matrix of carrier unit holes (6) defined by a metallic sheet. Each carrier unit (4) carries one or more electrical devices (32) in device seats (16) which expose a top and a bottom of each device sufficiently to eliminate any necessity for removing the devices from the medium during all backend processing. Each carrier unit (4) has a standardized perimeter but a core which is adapted to a particular device size and form, and there can be as many different carrier units (4) as there are different device forms and sizes, but all carrier units fit into a standard carrier unit hole (6).

Description

[Detailed description of the invention] electrical device transport medium Background of the invention The present invention relates to a means for transporting electrical equipment, and more particularly to a means for transporting electrical equipment. Concerning transport media.

The term ``electrical device'' used here is It means semiconductor devices, ¥A product circuit devices, hybrid devices, etc. used here The term ``back-end processing'' refers to heating, cooling, From testing, classification, marking and assembly of electrical equipment to preparation for transport to the consumer. refers to all other processes added to an electrical device.

through various post-processing machines in one of the pipes. One of them is “naked” This is known as ``gripping'' and standardization of the protection or gripping of various electrical devices is not carried out here. I can't get used to it. Here, this equipment processes from a transport medium known as a tube. Even the machines are supplied “as is”. One tube corresponds to the size of 'H1fi. Usually 15 to 30 pieces are held. This device is housed inside a tube. Ru. A typical tube contains 27 16-bin, 300 mil 81 . Typically this tube is formed from plastic or aluminum .

These are hand-carried from process to process, typically in boxes, rather than transporting various types of storage devices. and transported. This equipment is installed on the base of each machine for each processing step. It needs to be removed from the tube. The machine performs a single processing step (or multiple processing steps) When finished, the device is placed in a tube (possibly (in a different tube). Information including the results of the previous step and all approximately steps The traveler is usually written on a piece of paper (traveler) and is be transported together with

Therefore, mold processing techniques are very labor intensive.

To facilitate manufacturing, workers must move the equipment's tubes from processing step to processing step. It is necessary to transport it. In practice, the size of the manufacturing loft is limited to - formally limited by the number of devices that can be accessed. Often, the continuity of the process is determined by the operator. Affected by where the tube of the treated device is placed. The misplacement of dupe is It easily disrupts the flow of the loft. In addition, information that works with lots is typically It must be transported by paper affixed to the No. This requires additional skilled workers and also introduces human error. cause

Another problem with typical post-processing is the placement of equipment within the tube at each processing step. and accompanying removal. Handling bare metal may cause mechanical defects (bent leads, chips, etc.) ) and cause electrical discharge failure. The bent reeds are then machined during various processes. cause machine failure.

Since the device must be taken out from inside the tube and then put in, each machine must be constructed into special equipment. special machinery for such equipment Apart from being expensive to obtain, such tuned devices are Extremely prone to failure due to small changes (e.g. clogging, processing errors) Moreover, it is easily worn out due to heavy handling. In addition, special This is a negative issue as it is necessary to maintain various equipment parts that are related to the shape of the equipment package. I will be in charge.

Other methods include the use of a "carrier." This device protects the connecting leads. placed within a plastic frame to provide protection and a limited handling surface. There is.

These carriers with devices are also fed into the machine in the tube.

These carriers have special pads to reduce mechanical defects and retain the extensions. Reduce packaging. However, the carrier is relatively flexible in that it is formed. Does not cause damage due to soft plastic wear. Furthermore, by making handling more uniform, similar Limited to common package geometries with similar lead counts (i.e. 14-18 leads) (68-88 lead DIP or 68-88 lead PGA).

In the post-process of this invention, the tube is removed. In the preferred embodiment described , 256 electrical devices are locked in sheets formed in the horizontal tray; The sheets are uniformly arranged in a typical X-Y format. This Ray is transferred to all processing machines, is transferred, and is also used during all processing. It is a common transport medium for devices that carry Preferably, the sheets in the tray are It can be formed into a shape that absorbs variations in width in the cage shape, and is There is no need to change the diameter. This stabilizes the processing machinery and changes the package type minimize dependence on

The writing device is placed in the tray once, and then this tray is passed through the subsequent process. used as a transport medium.

This eliminates the need to handle the equipment individually during each process step; As a result, machines are standardized and reliability is greatly improved. Possibility of damage to this equipment are the most reduced because they do not come into contact with the operator's hands, and are more effective than individual devices. Multiple machine insertions are reduced to a minimum as trays filled with equipment are also inserted. Ru. Additionally, each device within a tray occupies a unique position within the equivalent system, and each device can be established individually for each processing step.

Therefore, the accuracy and reliability of device processing information is fundamentally improved over typical methods. be done.

This invention makes it possible to fully automate the manufacturing of electrical devices on general lines. , can run a wide variety of products with minimal process changes. Process this equipment Based on the direction of the control system, it can be automatically routed to the appropriate processing stage. Ru. They are then made right-handed by the use of locking mechanisms such as automatic loading arms. is executed. This load arm has an X-Y-Z positioning matrix, or It consists of a robotic arm that is reportedly convenient. lot size can be optimized and immediately used for manufacturing. The rows of materials are more loose and quasi Okinawa can be done due to g4 time and line flexibility.

Other advantages and attributes of this invention are disclosed in the following description and can be found by reading it. can be easily recognized.

Summary of the invention The present invention provides a transport medium for aligning and transporting electrical devices, and this medium comprises multiple the number of carrier units, each carrier unit [. is at least one device The top and plate surfaces of each device are exposed. Also, frame means configured to hold the carrier unit in substantially coplanar relationship; have. Preferably, the frame means is capable of being manipulated by a robot. It has an integrating means to form the following. Preferably the frame means comprises a plurality of inserts. It is a metal sheet that forms a hole, and the carrier unit is inserted into the hole and locked. It will be done. The carrier unit engaged with this frame means forms a tray.

Preferably, the frame means includes retaining means, by means of which two position processing is possible. The frame means placed on the lower position of the processing table are spaced apart from each other on the pedestal; The locked carrier unit can be moved a suitable amount perpendicularly to the frame means. Therefore, the carrier unit can be protruded from the base of carrier unit 1~. It is placed on the upper position of the pedestal by the flattening post that comes out.

The purpose of this invention is to provide standardized electrical equipment for post-processing and handling. The purpose is to provide a transport medium.

Another object of the invention is to provide a transport medium for the following electrical devices: This electrical device passes through the path of subsequent processing and is individually recognized, and this medium The devices are placed in such a way that each placed @ position can be confirmed individually.

Another object of the invention is to provide a transport medium for electrical g This electrical device eliminates the need to remove the device from the transport medium during all post-processing. The top and bottom sides of each device are exposed for viewing purposes.

Another object of the invention is to provide a transport medium for the following electrical devices: This electrical device maintains the same external shape of the media while having different widths (typically It is designed to be able to mount equipment (wider width than is physically possible).

Another object of the invention is to provide a plurality of auxiliary carriers with standardized circumferences. Standardized electrical equipment carrier configured to carry the rear unit) (frame means), and this auxiliary carrier has different Devices with various widths (widths wider than typically possible) can be mounted within it. The auxiliary carrier is formed to have sufficient contact with the mounted device, and The device is configured so that it can be maintained in an auxiliary carrier throughout subsequent processing.

Still another object of the invention is to There is.

Brief description of the drawing FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the frame means; Figure 2 is a perspective view of a carrier unit configured to carry electrical equipment; , one of which is shown in an exploded view, FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the opposite side of the carrier unit in FIG. 2; Figure 4 shows an extension of Figure 3; Figure 5 shows 5-5I in Figure 2! The cross section taken along the line 6-- in FIG. 6! Figure 7 shows the state in which the device is mounted on the carrier unit 1-. A cross-sectional view showing the state of FIG. 8 is a partial sectional view showing a state in which the carrier unit is separated from the 71-nome means. , FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the periphery of the standardized carrier unit; FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a carrier unit of the type shown in FIGS. 1-3; FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a carrier unit configured for different types of devices; .

Example Referring to FIG. 1, a generally planar frame 2 with uniformly right-angled edges 3 is shown. , is depicted as having a plurality of substantially rectangular carrier units placed thereon. career The unit is designed to be inserted into the carrier unit hole 6 formed by the frame 2. and are arranged in rows and columns as shown. This frame will be added again. It has record number markings on at least three surfaces. Preferably, this display is It has an engraved computer-readable barcode, and this embossment allows the barcode to be read. do not protrude from the sides of the frame. The frame is automatically transported together with the frame. Means 10 for feeding are provided, which means are preferably formed in the frame. It has a socket hole, and this socket hole can be used, for example, by a terminal device of a robot. used.

Referring again to FIG. 1, holes 12 are arranged uniformly along the circumference of frame 2. It is formed. This hole is arranged on the center line of each carrier unit row.

These holes 12 are preferably used as frame indicators of the process equipment, i.e. This carrier conite is located and identified by the hole. This task is typically This can be accomplished by using a type of “walking beam” Ifilli. can be done. This hole 12 can also be used for frame alignment.

In addition, there is a means for orienting the carrier unit by means of the orientation of the carrier unit. Positioned when placed on top. As shown in the figure, carrier unila 1 to hole 6 are It is approximately rectangular with one slanted corner 14. As mentioned above, the slope The corner matches the cutout corner of carrier unit 4, and Used for direction.

Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, a carrier unit 4 disposed within the frame 2 Figure 2 is a top view of the carrier unit 1-, and Figure 3 is a bottom view of the carrier unit 1-. The carrier unit 4 is disclosed in more detail. It is shown in these drawings In other words, four electrical component sheets are formed in the carrier unit. each sheet has sleeve holes on both the upper and lower sides, and this sleeve is formed to the minimum size and as described above. It is adapted to the specific type of electrical component. (Used in this detailed accounting “Top” and “Topside”, “Bottom” and “Bottom” The usage of ``underside'' distinguishes one large side from the opposite side. It was arbitrarily designated for this purpose.

Because all items so disclosed are believed to be indicative of the novelty and enablement of this invention. can be oriented relative to or against each other without adversely affecting performance. can. ) The component is placed in the sea 1~, and a plurality of component fasteners 18a, It is locked therein by 18b. The parts locking tool is in the shape of an overturned "L". , an "L" shaped bottom leg used to hold and engage the part against the stopper. The stopper is a seat surface or shoulder provided within the sleeve. preferred Alternatively, two fasteners 18A engage one end of the article, and two fasteners 18B engage one end of the article. Engage the contralateral side. and a lock is actively opposed to said stopper and between them. to hold items. A plurality of holes 22 and 24 arranged in a row are arranged through a web 26. It is formed by a protruding sleeve and is used for processing blows 7 or markers [ Used to accurately position placed items within the carrier unit. Wear 26 is an interconnection structure that connects the seat box, sleeve, and carrier unit in place. It engages with the peripheral wall of the cut. There are four things that stand out from the pace of each career unit. This is a flattened post 28. The purpose of this post will be explained in more detail below. Carry The long side of the unit is laterally recessed in the middle to form a socket 30; The socket 30 is formed to be gripped by a terminal tool of the robot. this The socket 30 is f! The carrier unit is , a typical assembly device such as a Seiko RT-200 or 18M7535Vi This makes it possible to automatically place it within the frame using a robot or a robot.

The electrical component 32 having 16 terminals or leads is mounted on the carrier unit sheet 16. is exposed from the carrier unit and positioned in an inverted state when placed within the carrier unit. be taught. In addition, the carrier unit is located at the inclined corner 1 of the frame as shown in the figure. 4 and has a notched corner 34 which is compatible with 4. The engagement between the inclined surface and the notch is indicates that the unit is quickly positioned within the frame.

Referring to FIGS. 3 and 5, the carrier unit, generally designated by the numeral 36, Details and use of the knit retention fasteners are illustrated. Carrier unit locking tool 3 The plurality of elastic sharpened portions 38 of 6 are uniformly arranged around the imaginary circle, and each The pointed member has an outwardly sloped barbed end 40. Each carrier unit locks The sharpened members of the tool are arranged in such a way that they are spaced apart from each other by a virtual hollow cylinder. The hanging end is the arrow tip on the cone at the upper end of the cylinder. The inner diameter of the cylinder is an extension of the array hole 22. Each carrier The pointed member of the knit clasp is too small for the cone of the hanging end to pass through freely. Shaped so that they collapse radially into each other whenever the hanging ends are inserted into the hole. has been completed. In this case, the sloped surface of the hooked end is radially aligned with the hooked end of the sharpened member. It functions as a cam that rides up against the rim of the hole as it moves in the opposite direction. Once through the hole , if the inner diameter of the hole is equal to the outer diameter of the cylinder of the sharpened member, then this sharpened member has a spacing of elastically returns to its home position. The elasticity of the sharpened member is determined by the length of the locking beam and the sharpened part. It is a function in designing the elastic modulus of the material forming the material. Actually, the sharp parts are The inner diameter of the carrier is an extension of the vertical hole 22 which reduces the space on the carrier unit surface. child The extension simultaneously provides a gap and a longitudinal hole for deforming the pointed members relative to each other.

Preferably, each carrier unit has a It has a pair of carrier unit locking tools 36 that are centrally disposed to face each other. tree When the carrier unit is placed in the frame, the pair of locking tools are integrated with the frame. Pressing through a pair of corresponding engagement holes 44 formed by a pair of flanges 42 be done. This flange is an extension of the frame that protrudes into the carrier unit hole 6. It is. The diameter of the engagement hole 44 is larger than the outer diameter of the cylinder of the sharpened member, and the diameter of the engagement hole 44 is larger than the outer diameter of the cylinder of the sharp member. smaller than the maximum outer diameter of Except for using the removal tool described below, the hanging end will Prevents the rear unit from falling off. The length of the locking tool 38 is determined by the length of the locking tool 38 when the carrier unit 4 adjusted to provide a reasonable amount of movement perpendicular to the general plane of the frame. There is. In other words, the sharpness from the base of the carrier unit to the hanging end of the sharpened member The length of the member is that of the flange 42.

Sufficiently larger than the thickness, the carrier unit effectively “floats” on the frame Can be done.

Referring to FIGS. 5 and 6, the frame 2 and the carrier unit 4 are comprised of two It is shown positioned on a pedestal 48 of a second rotation process device having a reference surface. This frame The frame is held by a curved edge 3 resting on the lower reference surface, while the carrier For children whose carrier unit moves perpendicular to the frame, move the carrier unit upwards. Enough to place it entirely on the leveling post 28 placed on the reference plane. Reserved and set to 0. Preferably, the difference between the upper and lower reference planes, the length of the flattening post, the cap The amount of movement of the rear unit is determined by the following when this frame is placed on the lower surface of the pedestal 48. All carrier units are approximately 0°030 inches from the top of the pedestal and from the frame. It is set to lift slightly. This means that if the frame is slightly distorted, Keep all carrier units and retained electrical components from a common operating plane, even if Lift up. This ensures that the top surfaces of all parts on the frame in a common plane are precisely It has the effect of positioning. In other words, even if the frame is slightly distorted, all Arrange the parts at equal positions in the Z-axis direction. “Floating” of the carrier unit relative to the frame ``top'' is particularly advantageous, since the frame can be leveled more precisely by other means. There is no need to make adjustments, and only the horizontality of the pedestal at position a in the process can be firmly controlled. This is because it is good. The frame is mounted on an X-Y table to place electrical components. placed under a common insertion head with the parts to be attached and placed. − When the anti-part is positioned in the center of the part sheet, this insertion head pushes the part The product is placed by passing through the fixing devices 18A and 18B. This part is completely carrier unified. This will substantially reduce accidents that cause bending after being stored in the seat. This point is worth noting. As a selective placement method, firstly, the There is a method of pulling in the component retainer using the retainer retracting means and simply dropping the component. . This catch then springs back and holds the part after the insertion head is retracted. do. Removal of the parts can be accomplished by reversing the order of the methods described above. other The difference between the two methods is that the part is pushed from the opposite side of the part to overcome the force of the part stopper. or a vacuum pick-up is used to remove the parts.

Referring to FIG. 7, the insertion head includes a body 68 having a surface 69. Electrical components 32 are shown inserted into first component sheet 16 . On the other hand Two parts are shown already placed in the second sheet.

This insertion head has a component holding chamber 70 open to the surface 69, in which the component holding chamber 70 is opened. The component to be processed is placed along with the component leads. This lead is seat 1 The holding chamber is arranged so that the parts can be properly placed after positioning them in the holding chamber. . In one embodiment, the holding chamber 70 is formed by the body 68 and the component is a sheet. It is held in the holding chamber 70 by @tube means until it is placed in the holding chamber 70.

In a second embodiment, the holding chamber 70 includes a pair of adjustable or biasing jaw members 71. A and 71B, and the parts are ejected and taken out by falling. Ru. Projecting perpendicularly from surface 69 are a pair of thin-walled means 72A and 72B. , and each thin-walled means has a beveled end 74 . This thin-walled means is disposed at opposite ends, this end is a portion that is locked by the component locking devices 18A, 18B. Corresponds to the end of the product. Since this thin part is arranged and adjusted as described above, When the surface 69 is supported against the upper end of the carrier unit 4 in line with the seat 16 In addition, the slanted thin-walled end allows the lock to be retracted against the base legs 19A, 19B of the device lock. It functions as a cam that pushes the device in and out of the seat and between the legs. secure. The fasteners 18A and 18B are elastic, and this elasticity is determined by the elastic modulus of the material from which they are formed. This is the function of

Referring to FIG. 8, the carrier unit removal tool, indicated schematically at 60, is , is shown having a main body 462 having a plurality of vertically projecting posts 64. Ru. The number and arrangement of the bosses 64 are determined by This corresponds to the number and arrangement of carrier unit locking tools 36. That is, they are in number The post is placed in line at the same time as the fastener. In the center of the free end of each post , an inverted conical hole 66 is formed. This boss to remove the carrier unit 1- is press-supported against the hanging end 40 of the locking tool. The slope 68 of the conical hole 66 and The dimensions are such that the hooked end can be sufficiently pulled through the engagement hole 44 to accommodate the hooked end. and are designed to work together. Therefore, the carrier unit be freed from

Referring to FIG. 9, the peripheral portion 50 common to all various carrier units is It is shown having a core 52 and walls 54. The great advantages of this invention are The type and shape of the electrical equipment, including the basic external surroundings and maintenance of the carrier unit. It is possible to fail to remove the retainer without changing the retainer. of individual core members All you have to do is replace it. The core member in FIG. 9 is shown blank. The broken line 52 indicates 3 schematically depicts an area of another core member;

Referring to FIG. 10, the carrier unit 4 described above is disclosed. For knits, the peripheral wall 54, the carrier unit locking device 36, and the leveling boss 1-28 is the same as that shown in FIG. In this case, however, the sheet 16 and a unique core member having a vertical hole 24 is added.

Referring to FIG. 11, a second variation 56 of the carrier unit is disclosed.

Its peripheral wall, carrier unit locks, and leveling posts are shown in Figures 9 and 10. It is the same as that of the carrier unit. Only the individual core members differ. this is , has a web 57 forming a single sheet 58, and has a bin grid array. Place the electrical device backed in a form commonly known as a PGA (PGA). It is formed so that

Each device sheet formed on the carrier unit covers the top and bottom surfaces of the devices placed on it. This eliminates the need to expose and remove equipment from its carrier unit during post-processing. It is noteworthy that it has openings on both the top and bottom.

Carrier unit suitable for the shape of the electrical device to be processed in post-process operations The frame is set to engage the . This device is then used as a carrier unit. and remains there throughout the process. This frame is then To the processing process by belts and other suitable means,! Transferred from the 18th process. child However, access to @ can be achieved from both the top and bottom of the frame. Preferably, this Hl u are placed in a “dead bug” manner within the carrier unit, i.e. their relocation The road is facing towards the road. The handle of the processing machine is therefore You can touch each device from above. As mentioned above, all leads are When the frame is mounted on the processing table as shown in Figures 6 and 6, Placed. Therefore, the device can be electrically connected in one or more ways at the same time. Each frame The frame is individually marked and the position of the device on the frame is uniform and can be checked individually. processing results for each independent device can be easily and clearly maintained. I can do it. This device can be marked from either side of the frame. Ru. This 81 is not removed until all processing steps have been completed, at which point each Individual coffin recognition is used to accurately determine jaw time.

The material of the carrier unit is preferably one that is difficult to deform at high temperatures and has a high charging resistance. selected as follows. One such material is known as polyether sulfone. It is a high-temperature, graphite-containing thermoplastic resin. This resin may cause static damage to the equipment. Contains graphite-filled fibers that dissipate the charge that causes electrical discharge. Material resistance is preferably between 10 and 10 ohms per square inch.

Due to the high temperature properties of polyethersulfone, it is commonly known as a “sorter” chamber. A running frame can transport equipment through all superheated and cooled chambers. You can do something like that. The registered trademark for this material is VICTEX, Wilmington, DE. Manufactured by JCI America, Inc. of Lawire.

The preferred embodiments disclosed herein include a float removably locked within the frame. However, in other embodiments, the carrier unit F. Instead of knitted fasteners, the rear unit can be secured by rivets or other suitable means. [・ may be fixed to the frame so that it does not float up. Furthermore, the actual processing environment It is preferable not to levitate the carrier unit when the carrier unit is at the a3 border. The lift lock is retracted to reduce the ascent stroke, or the carrier unit is It may be secured to the frame by rivets or other suitable means. Furthermore, career The unit may be an integral part of the frame.

The above description and drawings depict only the purpose of the invention, and this invention It is clear that the invention is not limited to the examples. However, some and all selective Equivalent variations and reproductions of parts within the scope of the invention as claimed below. There is a tendency to include organization.

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Claims (21)

[Claims] 1. (a) Each carrier unit contains at least one fully exposed device; multiple carriers that can be mounted on a carrier unit and process this device within the carrier unit. A unit and (b) The carrier unit is fixed while maintaining a substantially planar relationship throughout the processing process. and a frame means for retaining in condition. Transfer medium for sequential in-process transfer of assembled electrical equipment. 2. The frame means is a substantially planar sheet, and the carrier unit includes: The frame means is inserted into and engaged with a corresponding carrier unit hole formed in the frame means. 2. A transport medium according to claim 1. 3. The carrier unit is locked into the carrier unit hole by a locking means. 3. A transport medium according to claim 2, wherein the transport medium is coated with a cloth. 4. The locking means is (a) The sharp-pointed means has a hook end that is elastically deformable in the radial direction, and each carrier unit a plurality of pointed means protruding from the knitted hose; (b) so that the sharpened means engages with the hooked end when inserted into the engagement hole; The size of the engagement hole is formed to be appropriately smaller than the size of the hanging end. a plurality of corresponding engagement holes formed in said frame means. Transport medium according to paragraph 3. 5. The carrier units are arranged on the same ordinate, and each carrier unit is arranged in a vertical position. The transport according to claim 1, which is recognizable by being set at a fixed point on the elevation. Medium. 6. The carrier units are arranged in an X-Y configuration, and each independent carrier unit is arranged in an X-Y configuration. Claims comprising frame display means for use of processing machinery within knitting arrangements The transport medium according to item 5. 7. said frame means for making said frame means operable by a robot; 2. The transport medium of claim 1 further comprising integral means. 8. further comprising a frame identification indicia suitably disposed on the frame means. A transport medium according to claim 1. 9. 9. The transport of claim 8, wherein said indicator is computer readable. Medium. 10. 10. The transport medium of claim 9, wherein the marker is a barcode. 11. The means for locking each carrier unit into each carrier unit hole includes a key. The carrier unit is formed so as to be able to float relative to the frame means, and (a) a plurality of planarized posts projecting from the base of each carrier unit; (b) a frame support configured to rest on the lower position of a processing table having two positions; holding means, the holding means being positioned above the processing table and between the frame means by an arbitrary amount; such that the carrier unit attached to said frame means is Frame support means placed on each flattening post located above the processing table. The transport medium according to claim 2, comprising: 12. The frame support means has a right-angled edge of the frame means. 12. The transport medium according to claim 11. 13. The carrier unit holes are arranged on the same ordinate, and each hole and each hole are arranged on the same ordinate. Claims in which each carrier unit identified by Transport medium according to paragraph 2. 14. The carrier unit holes are arranged in an X-Y shape, and each independent carrier Includes frame display means for use of processing machinery within the unit hole arrangement. 14. The transport medium according to claim 13. 15. said frame means for enabling said frame means to be operated by a robot; 3. A transport medium according to claim 2, further comprising means integral with the transport medium. 16. Each carrier unit is (a) a peripheral wall having the same shape as the peripheral walls of all other carrier units; (b) a core specifically shaped to the size and shape of a particular device; The transport medium according to item 2. 17. The core portion is (a) one or more equipment seats on which said equipment is mounted; and (b) a processing probe and said equipment seats; a plurality of sleeves forming linear holes for aligning the placed devices; ) web means attached to the peripheral wall of the carrier unit, the web means being anchored to the peripheral wall of the carrier unit; for holding the device sheet or sheets and the straightening sleeve in a fixed relationship; A plurality of device sheets have a coplanar relationship and are fixedly attached to each other. 17. The transport medium of claim 16, further comprising a stage. 18. Each equipment sheet is (a) a seat sleeve of a size and shape specific to the particular device; (b) device locking means inserted within the seat sleeve; (c) actively opposing said locking means and gripping said device therebetween; and a plurality of resilient retractable hook means formed. Transport medium as described in Section 1. 19. Each carrier unit can be operated by a robot. 3. The transport medium of claim 2 further comprising means integral with the kit. 20. The device is retained within the groove between the locking means and the plurality of resilient retractable hook means. Electrical device insertion and removal for electrical device carriers with device seats It is a tool, (a) a body having a surface; (b) a device holding chamber opened to the surface and formed in the main body; (c) a plurality of thin-walled means protruding from said surface, said surface being when the holding chamber is disposed in line with the groove; The apparatus may be moved without being obstructed by the hook means between the chamber and the seat groove. (d) a plurality of thin-walled means for allowing the device to move selectively within the device holding chamber; and a suction means for energizing the device to release the device and throw it into the sheet groove. device insertion and removal tools. 21. The name member has a hook end that can be deformed in the radial direction, and a plurality of hooks are engaged with the claws in the hole. The electrical device carrier unit is locked in the frame by a sharp point member of the same shape. A carrier retractor for a kit, (a) a main body; (b) projecting perpendicularly from said body, corresponding in number and arrangement to the number and arrangement of pointed members; (c) a central hole formed in each of the posts, the tip of which The hooked end of the sharp member is partially housed and sufficiently deformed in the radial direction, and the hooked end is and a central hole for allowing tension through the hole and releasing the corresponding sharpened member. carrier retractor.