K&S's standard wedge delivers stable, repeatable performance for large wire and ribbon bonding, combining a proven standard groove design with precise control over wire deformation. Engineered for strength, consistency, and compatibility across major wedge bonders, it enables clean, reliable bonds suited for high-volume, high-demand production environments.


The standard wedge features a proven standard groove geometry for secure wire handling, a balanced FL/D = 3 foot ratio for dependable bond formation, and compatibility with common 40, 60, and 80 kHz wedge-bonder frequencies.

Engineered Bond Stability

Consistent, repeatable performance

The standard groove geometry ensures secure wire handling for stable, controlled bonding. Its balanced foot ratio reinforces heel strength and minimizes deformation issues. This delivers dependable bond integrity across high-volume production lines.

Optimized Wire Control

Clean, precise bond results

The v-groove design enhances wire guidance, reduces tip buildup, and maintains clean bond surfaces. Precise tool tuning supports reliable operation during bond-head rotations. This results in uniform, high-quality bonds even in demanding environments.

Table A1

SPECIFICATIONS

Table A1

Product selection by matching the wedge to the bonder

LARGE WIRE WEDGE DESIGN FOR 40 KHZ AND 60 KHZ

GROOVE TYPE

Transducer Frequency

40 kHz

60 kHz

Wedge Length

2.8"

3.5"

2.5"

3"

3.5"

4"

V-GROOVE Long Foot (4.5 FL/D) NA NA NA NA NA NA
Standard Foot (3 FL/D) 127540 (12 mil)
127168 (8, 16, 20 mil)
127161 127153 Standard Groove
127163 Rear Cut
127178 Shallow Groove
127177 Ultra Shallow Groove
127157 127161 127158
Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) NA NA 127175 Standard Groove
127181 Half Shallow Groove
127167 Shallow Groove (6, 10, 12 mil)
127552 Shallow Groove (8, 12, 16, 20 mil)
127159 NA NA
Ultra Short Foot (2 FL/D) NA NA 127156 Standard Groove
127156-XXX1 Vertical relief
127156-XX1X Shallow Groove
NA NA NA
Ultra Ultra Short Foot (1.5 FL/D) NA NA 127550 NA NA NA
U-GROOVE Standard Foot (3 FL/D) NA NA 127154 NA NA NA
Ultra Short Foot (2 FL/D) NA NA 127273 NA NA NA
LARGE WIRE WEDGE DESIGN FOR 80 KHZ, 120 KHZ AND HP

GROOVE TYPE

Transducer Frequency

80 kHz

120 kHz

HP

Wedge Length

2.4"

3"

40 kHz

(60 or 80 kHz)

V-GROOVE Long Foot (4.5 FL/D) NA NA NA NA 127603
Standard Foot (3 FL/D) 127184 Standard Groove (10–20 mil)
127586 Standard Groove (4–8 mil)
127587 Ultra Shallow Groove
127588 Rear Cut
127182 127701 Standard Groove (4–8 mil)
127702 Standard Groove (10–20 mil)
127520 Rear Cut
127542 Standard Groove
127543 Shallow Groove
127591 Standard Groove
127595 Shallow Groove
Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) 127583 Standard Groove (10–20 mil)
127585 Standard Groove (4–8 mil)
127589 Ultra Shallow Groove
NA NA NA 127598 Standard Groove
127593 Shallow Groove
Ultra Short Foot (2 FL/D) NA NA NA NA NA
Ultra Ultra Short Foot (1.5 FL/D) NA NA NA NA 127601
U-GROOVE Standard Foot (3 FL/D) NA NA NA NA NA
Ultra Short Foot (2 FL/D) NA NA NA NA NA

Table A2

SPECIFICATIONS

Table A2

Product selection by reference wedge part-number

Wedge PN Applicable Wire Diameters (mil) Bond Head,
Frequency
Foot Type Groove Type Groove Depth, Cut Design Additional Remarks
127153 4,5,6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,18,20,22,24,25 60 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Optional 1mm vertical relief for
4,5,6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,18,20,22,24,25 mil (127153-
127154 4,5,6,8,10,12,15,16,20 60 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) U
127156 8,10,12,15,16,18,20 60 kHz LW Head Ultra Short Foot (2 FL/D) V Optional 1mm vertical relief for 8mil (127156-0801), optional shallow groove for 12mil (127156-1210)
127157 4,5,6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,18,20,25 60 kHz LW 3" Deep Access Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V
127158 6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,18,20,25 60 kHz LW 4" Deep Access Head Short Foot (3 FL/D) V
127159 5,6,7,8,10,12,15,16,18,20 60 kHz LW 3" Deep Access Head Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) V
127161 4,5,6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,18,20,25 40 kHz or 60 kHz LW Head 3.5" Deep Access Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V
127163 5,6,7 60 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Rear Cut
127175 5,6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,18,20 60 kHz LW Head Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) V Optional 1mm vertical relief for 10,12,15,16,18,20 mil (127175-XX01)
127177 4,5,6 60 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Ultra Shallow Groove
127178 4,5,6,8,10 60 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Shallow Groove
127181 12 60 kHz LW Head Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) V Half Shallow Groove
127184 10,12,14,15,16,18,20 80 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V
127273 5,8,12,15,20 60 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (2 FL/D) U
127520 4,5,6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,18,20 120 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Rear Cut
127540 12 40 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Replaces 127168
127542 12 40 kHz HP Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Reverse foot for HP head
127543 12 40 kHz HP Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Shallow Groove Reverse foot for HP head
127550 12,16,20 60 kHz LW Head Ultra Short Foot (1.5 FL/D) V Vertical Relief
127582 4,5,6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,18,20 80 kHz LW 3" Deep Access Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V
127583 10,12,14,15,16,18,20 80 kHz LW Head Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) V
127585 4,5,6,8 80 kHz LW Head Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) V Reduced D-section tool for improved DUSG behavior
127586 4,5,6,7,8 80 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Reduced D-section tool for improved DUSG behavior
127587 4,5,6,8 80 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Shallow Groove Reduced D-section tool for improved DUSG behavior
127588 4,5,6,7,8 80 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Rear Cut Reduced D-section tool for improved DUSG behavior
127589 4,6 80 kHz LW Head Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) V Shallow Groove Reduced D-section tool for improved DUSG behavior
127591 5,6,7,8,10,12,14,15,16,20,24,25 60 kHz or 80 kHz HP Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Reverse foot for HP head, optional 1mm vertical reliefs for
12, 16, 20 mil (127591-XX01)
127593 8,10,12,15,16,20 60 kHz or 80 kHz HP Head Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) V Shallow Groove Reverse foot for HP head, optional 1mm vertical reliefs for
12, 16, 20 mil (127593-XX01)
127595 5,6,7,8,10,12,15,16,20,22 60 kHz or 80 kHz HP Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V Shallow Groove Reverse foot for HP head, optional 1mm vertical reliefs for
12, 16, 20 mil (127595-XX01)
127598 8,10,12,15,16,20 60 kHz or 80 kHz HP Head Short Foot (2.5 FL/D) V Reverse foot for HP head, optional 1mm vertical reliefs for
12, 16, 20 mil (127598-XX01)
127601 20,24 60 kHz or 80 kHz HP Head Ultra Ultra Short Foot (1.5 FL/D) V Vertical Relief HP head version of 127550
127603 15 60 kHz or 80 kHz HP Head Long Foot (4.5 FL/D) V
127701 4,5,6,7,8 120 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V
127702 10,12,14,15,16,18,20 120 kHz LW Head Standard Foot (3 FL/D) V
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