Equipment Comparison

Content

Choosing between offline AOI and online AOI impacts not only inspection quality, but also PCB flow, line stability, and automation complexity.

This comparison focuses on real production scenarios.

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Comparison Table

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Key Observations

• Online AOI offers faster feedback but increases line dependency

• Offline AOI reduces line blocking in complex production

• Inspection should be planned together with PCB routing

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Which One Should You Choose?

There is no universal answer. The decision depends on:

• Product mix

• Space availability

• Inspection strategy

• Automation level

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When Comparison Is Not Enough

If inspection choice affects overall line design, it should be treated as a system decision.

👉 Please refer to our Offline SMT Solutions for a structured inspection flow design.

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This issue is part of a broader PCB transfer and line stability topic.
Please refer to our Equipment Comparison Hub