ASMPT MPHENIX Trim and Form System
Used ASMPT MPHENIX trim & form system. 5,000 tons stamping force, dual magazine I/O, 240mm mold width. Before buying...
Packaging & Finalization Equipment
Used Trim and Form Machines
We stock used trim and form systems from Besi Fico, ASMPT and other platforms — automatic lines that remove tie bars and dam bars, form package leads and singulate finished devices from molded leadframe strips. The machine that fits your line depends on four things: the package drawing, the leadframe strip format, the installed tooling, and the required output handling. Most used trim-and-form purchases that go wrong fail at one of these four points — the model matches, the machine arrives, and then the required trim die and form tooling turn out not to be included. Tell us your requirements and we'll shortlist the systems that actually work on your line.
What a Trim & Form System ChangesBefore → Operations → After
Before processingConnected molded strip
Trim temporary metal
Form package leads
Separate devices
After processingFinished packages
TrimRemove tie bars and dam bars
FormBend leads to the final geometry
SingulateSeparate individual packages
The machine setup must match the leadframe drawing, package geometry, tooling and required output format.
PACKAGE-SPECIFIC SETUPCurrent equipment
Available Used Trim and Form Systems
Two trim and form systems with the same model name can have very different capabilities. The installed trim die, form tooling, grippers, tracks and output modules matter more than the platform name alone. Review the current inventory, then send us your package drawing and tooling requirements for a configuration check.
A machine name alone is not enough. The decisive match is the package-specific tooling and material-flow configuration supplied with the system.
Besi Fico Compact Line-X Trim and Form System
Handles extreme high density leadframes up to 125 × 300 mm. Each press lane has its own vacuum and cyclone dust filter —...
Besi Fico Compact Line-P Trim and Form System
Besi Fico Compact Line-P trim & form system for power semis. 50 kN press force, up to 250 strokes/min. Each press la...
Start with the finished package
Send the Package Drawing Before Comparing Machine Speed
We've seen buyers order a trim and form machine based on the model number alone, then discover the required trim die and form tooling aren't included — the tooling often costs more than the machine itself. A trim and form project starts with the required finished geometry, not with a generic equipment specification.
The package outline, lead pitch, lead length, stand-off, coplanarity target and singulation method determine the tooling and machine setup. For a replacement machine or a new package introduction, share the package drawing, leadframe strip drawing, sample strip and desired output handling.
Two systems of the same model can serve different package families because their trim die, form tooling, gripper, track, inspection and output modules may not be the same.
Package input sheetInformation That Drives the Match
01 / Package familyLeadframe package type
Identify the molded package family, body dimensions, lead count and strip layout.
02 / Lead geometryPitch, length and final form
Confirm the required cut length, bend profile, stand-off and dimensional tolerance.
03 / Separation routePunch, cut or integrated singulation
Define how the devices leave the strip and whether the line requires additional deflash or inspection.
04 / Output formatTube, tray, bulk or inline transfer
Match the finished package handling to downstream inspection, marking, test or packing.
Typical post-mold sequence
From Molded Leadframe Strip to Finished Package
An automatic trim and form line may combine several mechanical finishing operations. The exact order and included stations vary by package, tooling and platform.
01
Load the Molded Strip
Magazines, trays or other handling modules introduce the molded leadframe strip and establish orientation.
02
Trim Bars and Excess Metal
The trim tool removes tie bars, dam bars or other temporary leadframe connections required during molding.
03
Form the Leads
Package leads are bent or shaped to the specified final geometry using the matched form tooling.
04
Separate the Packages
Devices are singulated from the strip or transferred through the package-specific separation module.
05
Inspect and Output
Optional vision, sorting and output handling transfer accepted packages to tube, tray, bulk or the next process.
Trim and form is usually a post-mold mechanical finishing step for leadframe-based packages. It is different from wafer dicing, substrate panel singulation and package laser marking, although these operations can appear in the same backend production flow.
Package-specific core
The Machine Platform Is Only Half of the Decision
The press, handling platform and controls provide the production base. The actual package capability comes from the trim die, form tooling, grippers, tracks, change kits and inspection setup installed on the machine. On used trim and form systems, the tooling often costs more than the machine itself.
Trim tooling
Punch, die and wear condition
Confirm the installed tool set, package compatibility, maintenance history and availability of replacement inserts or wear parts.
Form tooling
Final lead geometry
The form tool must match the required bend profile, stand-off, coplanarity and lead dimensions—not only the package name.
Material handling
Magazine, track and output
Review the input strip format, loader, gripper, transfer path and the required tube, tray, bulk or inline output arrangement.
Inspection & controls
Vision, recipes and traceability
Check installed cameras, monitoring options, software version, recipe storage, quality checks and factory-interface requirements.
Package-led equipment review
Different Package Families Create Different Trim and Form Priorities
The examples below are selection directions, not universal machine specifications. Final compatibility must be verified from the package drawing and actual tooling.
| Package direction | Typical selection focus | Questions to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Gull-wing packages | Lead geometry and coplanarity Forming consistency, pitch control, lead protection and stable output handling become central. | Body size, lead count, pitch, stand-off, final bend profile and allowable coplanarity. |
| Small-outline and fine-lead packages | Tool condition and changeover control Fine lead spacing increases sensitivity to tool wear, alignment and package handling. | Strip layout, lead pitch, package thickness, tooling history and inspection requirement. |
| Discrete and power packages | Force, robust tooling and package-specific output Thicker leads or larger package structures may require a different press and handling direction. | Leadframe material, lead thickness, package body, forming force, separation route and output format. |
| High-density leadframe strips | Material flow and production stability Loader capacity, strip transfer, dual-press or modular configurations can influence sustained output. | Strip density, magazine capacity, target volume, inspection points, MTBA expectations and line integration. |
01 / IdentityModel, serial number and year
Verify the exact platform, build information, machine photos and control generation.
02 / ToolingInstalled package setup
List every trim die, form tool, gripper, track, nest, change kit and spare insert included.
03 / HandlingInput and output modules
Confirm loader, magazines, transfer mechanism, sorting and finished-package output arrangement.
04 / ConditionPress, guides and wear parts
Review maintenance history, mechanical play, tool condition, sensors, pneumatics and safety systems.
05 / SoftwareRecipes, vision and interfaces
Check installed software, licenses, camera functions, inspection options and factory communication.
06 / AcceptanceSample strip and output review
Where possible, define the sample material, inspection criteria and evidence required before shipment.
Used equipment verification
A Used Trim and Form Machine Must Be Quoted as a Complete Package Setup
We've seen buyers purchase a used trim and form machine based on a model number, then discover the required trim die and form tooling are missing — and finding replacements for a discontinued platform can take months. A platform may be mechanically operational but still be unusable for your product if the required tool set, package change kit or output handling is missing.
For used Besi Fico, ASMPT or another legacy system, ask for a clear inventory of the machine, tooling, spare parts, software and installed options. The quotation should describe the actual supplied configuration, not only the original model capability.
Send your target package drawing together with photos or the nameplate of the existing machine. This helps determine whether the project is a direct replacement, a tooling conversion or a broader line upgrade.
Continue the packaging flow
Related Equipment and Process Support
Trim and form is one part of package finalization. Use these pages to review the upstream package body process, downstream identification and the wider finalization line.
Semiconductor Molding Machines
Review molding and encapsulation equipment used to create the protected package body before mechanical trim and form.
Explore Molding Machines →Laser Marking Machines
Compare package marking systems for device ID, lot codes and traceability after the mechanical package form is established.
Explore Laser Marking →Packaging & Finalization
See molding, trim and form, marking and electroplating equipment within the wider backend finalization workflow.
View the Finalization Solution →Buyer questions
Trim and Form Machine FAQ
These answers help define the project before a model- and tooling-level review.
What information is needed to select a trim and form machine?
Start with the package drawing, leadframe strip drawing, sample strip, package family, lead geometry, required singulation route, target output format and production volume. If replacing an existing system, also provide the current model, tooling numbers and machine photos.
Can one trim and form system process several package types?
Some platforms support multiple package families through tooling and change-kit conversions, but compatibility is not automatic. The press capacity, strip handling, tool envelope, track, gripper, inspection and output modules must all support the new package setup.
Is trim and form the same as package singulation?
No. Singulation is the separation of individual packages, while trim and form also covers removal of temporary leadframe connections and shaping the package leads. Some automatic systems integrate all three operations in one line.
What should be checked on a used trim and form machine?
Verify the exact model, serial number, press and control condition, installed trim and form tooling, loaders, magazines, tracks, grippers, output modules, vision options, software, spare parts and maintenance history. A sample-run or package-specific acceptance plan is preferable where practical.
Can you quote a system when we only have the package drawing?
Yes. The drawing is a useful starting point. Include the leadframe strip format, target volume, current process, required output handling, preferred equipment condition and destination country so the available platform and conversion route can be reviewed.
Where does trim and form sit in the semiconductor packaging line?
It commonly follows molding or encapsulation for leadframe-based packages and may connect with deflash, inspection, laser marking, plating, electrical test or final packing depending on the package and factory process.
Request a Used Trim and Form Quote
Send the package drawing or the target machine model. Share the package family, leadframe strip, final lead geometry, output format, required condition, quantity and destination. We'll confirm availability, tooling completeness and configuration compatibility within 4 business hours.