Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Probe Holders Designed for a Variety of Applications


One of the reasons we design and manufacture so many different probe holders is our customers tell us what they need, and we produce the products to fulfill those needs.  You will find our lineup of probe holders is one of the most comprehensive on the market.  Our holders address a broad range of application requirements including: general purpose DC characterization, high speed, wide bandwidth, low current and high power.  Also by producing such a variety of products, our users have the opportunity to choose a holder based on their measurement equipment interface requirements or application demand as well as budget and personal preference. 

The Model 44, one of our single unit holders, offers so many options and configurations it is virtually a custom probe.  Features include a frequency range from DC to 3 GHz; low level signal testing; 50-ohm circuit testing; CV testing; and Kelvin force, and sense and single wire configurations.  This economical probe is appropriate for the most common microwave test and has coaxial shielding that extends from the cable connection through the body of gold plated brass to the tungsten probe point.

Micromanipulator’s high attack angle probe holders, models 75-80, are designed for hot stage probing and are ideal for applications where probing is difficult due to thermal expansion or vibration. While the holders accept any Model 7 point, they are specifically designed to be used with high compliance points such as models 7F, 7F-10, 7F-C10, and 7S.  Please keep in mind that because these probe holders have a high angle of attack, the probe point must be approximately 3/8” below the holder in order to be visible.  This means any compound microscope objectives with a working distance of less than 1/2 inch (12.5 mm) may not be feasible.   

Our probe holders are also available in a variety of versions including coaxial or triaxial, high frequency, active, high/low temperature, high power and low profile.  Please see our Probe Tip and Probe Holder Reference Manual to learn more details and specifications about our full line of exceptions probe tips and holders.

As early pioneers in the analytical probing field, we bring 60 years of experience to give customers state-of-the-art products that are expertly designed, engineered, manufactured and meticulously tested. In addition, our commitment to customers’ satisfaction includes “Full Life-Cycle Support” that starts from concept, to production, right through to maintenance.  Contact us to learn more about our exceptional line of probe stations and accessories.

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

An Impressive Selection of Semi-automatic Probe Stations


At Micromanipulator we are proud to offer our customers a selection of semi-automatic probe stations designed for a broad range of applications.  Our semi-automatic models include the P200L (200mm), P200A (200mm), P300L (300mm), and P300A (300mm). 

Standard features on our reliable, precision-engineered P200L include single-point ground and integrated thermal chuck plumbing and features leadscrew-leadnut stage and platen drives and a stainless steel platen with removable front wedge.   The P200L is designed for semiautomatic applications on 200mm wafers and offers a high stability microscope bridge to support high resolution, long-working distance microscopes.  Along with a low acquisition cost and ease of use, the economical probe station allows for joystick operation of the station stage, platen, and microscope.

Our P200A model provides system users with the highest performance 200mm semiautomatic probe station on the market.  Standard features include a comprehensive software suite (our revolutionary netProbeTM), and the best low current, sub-micron and temperature probing performance.  In addition to offering comprehensive accessory support for the P200A, it is field upgradeable with hot and cold thermal chucks.

The P300L is the probe station of choice if you are looking for high performance, full capability and cost-effectiveness.  It is intended for semiautomatic applications on 300mm wafers and is low current ready.  The reliable P300L may be configured with a local dry / shielded / dark environment “Top Hat” for low level or low temperature, frost free probing.   In addition it has comprehensive accessory support and is field upgradable with hot and cold thermal chucks. 

Our model P300A is the highest performance 300mm semiautomatic probe station on the market.  It comes with a comprehensive software suite and offers the best low current, sub-micron, and temperature probing performance.  Along with being the most stable, intuitive, and space efficient 300mm semi-automatic analytical probe station on the market, the P300A features a single-point ground, dry/dark environment and integrated thermal chuck plumbing.  We offer a comprehensive line of accessories compatible with the field upgradeable probe station.  See our website for all of the specifications and features of our semiautomatics as well as the rest of our line of exceptional probe stations.

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are leaders in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. For one of the most comprehensive selections of probe stations, consumables and accessories on the market, please see our website.           

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Sixty Years and Going Strong


Right from the beginning, Micromanipulator took a leading role in the semiconductor industry with cutting edge technologies and innovations. It was in 1956 when we first invented analytical probing, and since then we have increased our reach to include countries throughout Asia, Europe, the Middle East and South America.  Never content to rest on our past successes, we continually use our vast experience to improve upon our current line of products and develop new ones.   

By combining sixty years of analytical probing experience with state-of-the-art design, we have the capability to provide customers with the best products on the market. With 16 different models, Micromanipulator offers the most comprehensive selection of probe stations available.  In addition, our exceptional line-up of consumables and accessories are expertly designed, tested and manufactured to meet application requirements, budget demands and personal preferences.  We have a wide range of thermal chucks, probe holders and tips, manipulators, unique probe holders, vibration isolation tables, camera systems and more.

At Micromanipulator, we have always measured our success by that of our customers.  Our unique approach to customer satisfaction includes our “Full Life-Cycle Support” that starts from concept, to production, right through to maintenance.  Our worldwide network of service support engineers support the entire system from optics to thermal chucks.  To ensure your investment is protected, we offer extended warranties, preventative maintenance programs, and upgrade paths for current or obsolete tools.

For information regarding our probe stations as well as our other high-quality accessories, please see our website or contact one of our engineers. 

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing but we are the leading name in the field. We reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on. Part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. Please contact us to find out more about our exceptional line of products.

Tuesday, November 8, 2016

The Best High-Tech Tools for Semiconductor Professionals




If you would like to buy the same, high-quality tools used by semiconductor professionals throughout the world, you have come to the right place.  For sixty years, the experts at Micromanipulator have been designing, engineering, and manufacturing high-tech solutions for virtually every testing requirement as well as providing our exclusive Full Life-cycle Support.   

To get an idea of what we are talking about, we encourage you to browse through our large selection of manual, semi-automatic, high performance, specialty and manual-motorized probe stations featured on our website.  Within each of these categories, we list detailed specifications of the various models to allow you to compare: wafer sizes, control accessory options and target applications.  In addition we offer important information regarding the cost-effectiveness and value of our products.         

Furthermore, we proudly design and produce in-house one of the most extensive lines of high-quality accessories and options.  Micromanipulator offers: microscopes, chucks, single die or wafer pieces holders, control methods, probe card holders, vibration isolation, laser cutting, micro-motion analysis, video and image enhancement systems, light/EMI/RFI enclosures, and emission microscope systems.  Also keep in mind, if you do not see what you need, check with us to find out more about our customized options. 

Right from the start, our corporate philosophy has been to listen and learn from our customers, and the fact that we are still in business sixty years later, shows it has paid off.  Feedback from our customers is vital to our success and allows us to continue to design the cutting-edge tools required by an ever-evolving industry.  Our products are designed for a broad range of applications including: failure analysis; characterization and modeling; reliability testing; IV/CV testing; low current; high voltage/high current; high temperature/low temperature probing; and RF microwave.  We encourage you to check out our website or contact one of our experts for more information.

As early pioneers in the analytical probing field, we bring 60 years of experience to give customers state-of-the-art products that are expertly designed, engineered, manufactured and meticulously tested. In addition, our commitment to customers’ satisfaction includes “Full Life-Cycle Support” that starts from concept, to production, right through to maintenance.  Contact us to learn more about our exceptional line of probe stations and accessories.