Description
Hughes WD-12778 Interface Unit Palomar Automatic Wedge Wire Bonder ISA PC6502
Interface and communication unit for Hughes Palomar automatic wedge wire bonding equipment. Manages data transfer and control signals between the wire bonder system and host computers via ISA bus architecture.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: WD-12778 / WD12783 / WD13007
- Bus Type: ISA with 4-slot configuration
- Included Boards: PC6502, DMA-16/PDMA-16, SCB-411/411E, A60653 I/O
- Main Controller: ALi chipset on PC6502 DMA-16 board (Rev C)
- TEAC FD-235HF 1.44MB floppy drive (P/N 193077C2-91)
- Rear Connectors: COM 1 & 2 HOST (DB9), HOST-COGNEX DATA (DB25)
- Front Panel: Power LED, Reset button, DIN connector, 3.5" floppy bay
- Form Factor: Rackmount enclosure
Applications
Interface units of this type are used in semiconductor manufacturing for wedge wire bonding—a process that creates electrical connections between semiconductor dies and package leads. The WD-12778 handled real-time control and data acquisition for Palomar systems, which were standard equipment in IC assembly operations from the 1980s through early 2000s. These units communicated with host systems running bonding software and provided connectivity to vision systems for alignment verification.
This Hughes WD-12778 Interface Unit was pulled from a Hughes Palomar Automatic Wedge Wire Bonder and is being offered in used condition. The blue steel enclosure shows surface scuffs and light wear consistent with industrial use. Internally, all listed boards are present and the ribbon cable harness is intact. The TEAC FD-235HF 1.44MB floppy drive is installed and visible. Some grime and dust are present in the interior, as seen in the photos. This unit has not been bench-tested at our facility and is sold as removed from the parent bonder system. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Hughes |
Model: |
WD-12778 |
MPN: |
WD-12778 |
Secondary Model: |
WD12783 / WD13007 |
Type: |
Interface / Communication Unit |
SKU: |
48777 |
Compatible With: |
Hughes Palomar Automatic Wedge Wire Bonder |
Included Boards: |
PC6502, DMA-16/PDMA-16, SCB-411/411E, A60653 I/O, 4-Slot ISA |
Floppy Drive: |
TEAC FD-235HF 1.44MB (P/N 193077C2-91) |
Bus Type: |
ISA |
Main Controller Chip: |
ALi (ALI) chipset on PC6502 DMA-16 board (Rev C) |
Rear Connectors: |
COM 1 HOST, COM 2 HOST (DB9), HOST-COGNEX DATA (DB25) |
Additional Connectors: |
P1101, P1102 BNC/coax ports; multi-pin connector |
Front Panel: |
Power LED, Reset button, DIN connector, 3.5" floppy bay |
Form Factor: |
Rackmount Enclosure / Module |
Application: |
Semiconductor Wire Bonding Equipment |
Condition: |
Used – Pulled from Working Environment |
Seller Notes: |
Pulled from Hughes Palomar wire bonder; all listed boards and floppy drive included |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
Hughes WD-12778 Interface Unit pulled from a Palomar Automatic Wedge Wire Bonder. Blue enclosure shows surface scuffs and industrial wear. All boards present; not bench-tested at our facility. Sold as-removed. |
