Shuttle Conveyors for PCB Transfer Between Parallel SMT Lines
S&M shuttle conveyors transfer PCBs between parallel lines or offset process stations. Single-head and dual-head options support different cycle-time and layout requirements.
What Is a Shuttle Conveyor Used For?
Shuttle conveyors are used when PCBs must move sideways between two lines, between parallel process stations, or across an offset layout where straight conveyors cannot connect equipment directly.
1. Parallel or offset lines cannot always be connected with straight conveyors
Parallel or offset lines cannot always be connected with straight conveyors.
2. Manual transfer between lines increases handling risk and operator dependency
Manual transfer between lines increases handling risk and operator dependency.
3. High-speed lines may need dual-head transfer to keep cycle time stable
High-speed lines may need dual-head transfer to keep cycle time stable.
Different Types of S&M Shuttle Conveyor Equipment
Choose single-head or dual-head shuttle conveyors based on transfer distance, cycle time, line layout, and whether the process has one or two active transfer points. This section uses existing S&M product pages and real equipment images.
Dual-Head Shuttle Conveyor PTK-D300 | High-Speed Line Transfer
Dual-Head Shuttle Conveyor PTK-D300 for SMT line integration and real factory layout requirements.
Single-Head Shuttle Conveyor PTK-460 | PCB Line Transfer
Single-Head Shuttle Conveyor PTK-460 for SMT line integration and real factory layout requirements.
How to Choose the Right Configuration
Use the product type, board format, line layout and production target to narrow the equipment choice before requesting a quote.
| Equipment type | When to use it | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Dual-Head Shuttle Conveyor PTK-D300 | High-Speed Line Transfer | Best choice when this equipment type matches your board handling, line routing, capacity or process requirement. | Share PCB size, line speed, direction, station position and target capacity for confirmation. |
| Single-Head Shuttle Conveyor PTK-460 | PCB Line Transfer | Best choice when this equipment type matches your board handling, line routing, capacity or process requirement. | Share PCB size, line speed, direction, station position and target capacity for confirmation. |
Position in the SMT Line
S&M equipment is selected around the real production flow, not as isolated machines. This helps reduce station mismatch and daily waiting time.
Related SMT Equipment
Build the page path around the buyer’s real line requirement: loading, transfer, buffering, soldering, curing and unloading.
Submit Your Shuttle Conveyor Requirement Directly
Tell us the two-line layout, transfer distance, PCB size, required cycle time, and whether single-head or dual-head transfer is preferred.
Submit Your Requirement Here
Fill in the form below. Tell us your PCB size, process requirement, target UPH and destination country. Our team will respond within 1 business day.
FAQ
Common questions from EMS/OEM buyers and SMT process engineers.
Can S&M match this with our existing SMT line?
Yes. Share board size, conveyor direction, upstream/downstream machine position and target cycle time. We will check the line fit before quotation.
Do you support custom sizes?
For non-standard PCB size, line direction or station spacing, send the layout drawing and production target so the engineering team can confirm a suitable configuration.
What should we send for a fast quote?
Send PCB size, product type, target UPH, current line layout, destination country and any special process requirement.