The Semiconductor Industry’s Most Trusted Global Provider

Micromanipulator is the leading provider of the tools required by the semiconductor industry and we proudly serve countries throughout Asia, Europe, the Middle East and South America.  Our worldwide presence means our customers are not only able to buy the  finest selection of probe stations, accessories and consumables on the market but to also get full life cycle support regardless of where they live.  Our high-quality products are used in applications that range from failure analysis and Wafer Level Reliability (WLR), new device test and characterization, yield enhancement, to application board level testing.    

One example of the benefits of partnering with companies worldwide is HTT, our Sales and Service representative in Central Europe, Eastern Europe and Scandinavia.  HTT’s commitment to quality customer support and service is in-line with Micromanipulator’s core values and their strong technical background provides the high level of support our customers have come to expect and deserve. 

In addition, you may be unaware that Micromanipulator has opened an ecommerce store that sells a range of products including our most requested probe tips, probes holders, manipulators/probe positioners and patch cords.  This is especially convenient for our global customers as we allow you to safely and securely buy these products whenever you need regardless of the time zone you reside in.   

Be sure to check out our website for a list of contact information and links to our trusted global representatives that are ready to help you buy products for your probing needs.  In addition our worldwide network of service support engineers provides the support you need to keep your entire system running from optics to thermal chucks.  Please contact Micromanipulator’s U.S. headquarters if you need more information on how to buy our products globally. 

At Micromanipulator, we not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but are still the top name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  A key part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Please contact us to learn more about our excellent range of probe stations and accessories. 

Need a Really High Frequency Probe Holder?

One look at our website and you will see that Micromanipulator offers high frequency probe holders for ranges greater than 3 GHz (or microwave) as well as low for capacitive loading or high input impedance.  As a distributor of the Picoprobe® series, our selection of probe holders include the Model PP40A that offers a frequency range of DC to 40GHz right through to the highest frequency range of 220GHz to 325GHz available from the Model PP325 WR3.  All of our microwave probe heads require the WAVE100 or WAVE200 RF/Microwave style manipulator along with the use of the appropriate probe link arms (PLS or PLF) and cables. 

One of our popular models is the PP120 WR10 that offers a high frequency range from 75 to 100 GHz.  Specifications include an insertion loss of 1.75 db max (75 to 110 GHz) and a return loss of 15 db max (75 to 110 GHz).  The measurement repeatability is 50 db and is available with or without a bias T.    

Another option is our PP220 WR5 that has a frequency range from 140 to 220GHz.  The probe holder has an insertion loss of 2.0 dB typ and a return loss of 15 dB typ.  It too is available with or without the bias T.   

If you just require a DC to 3 GHz range, we recommend you consider our popular fixed-tip and economical Model 44RF that is perfect for the most common microwave tests.  The probe holder has been designed for testing ground and signal contacts on high frequency hybrid and integrated circuits.  With Kelvin force and sense and single wire configurations, the Model 44 is available at our online store.  For more information regarding our very high frequency probe holders, please visit our website to take a look at our Probe Tip and Probe Holder Reference Manual or give one of our engineers a call.   

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.           

“Systems Approach” to Integration

Micromanipulator’s advanced technology includes taking a “systems approach” to thermal management; vibration isolation; flexible and, open architectures; as well as offering a wide selection of materials.  Our company got its start in 1956 by pioneering many of the advancements in the semi conductor industry, and now more than 60 years later, we are proud to say we are still leading the way.   

 Along with our broad range of probe stations designed to meet the needs of virtually any application, we design, engineer and manufacture a line of exceptional accessories.  All of these products seamlessly integrate with our probe stations and include high-quality microscopes, vibration isolation, thermal chucks, light and noise shields, and manipulators along with DC and RF measurement hardware. 

One example of our accessories is the Light Tight Enclosure (LTE) with Vibration Isolation Table.  It offers the benefit of allowing the probe station be supported on the vibration isolated surface and the light tight enclosure to be mounted on the rigid surface of the table’s guard rails.  Our well-designed product does not disturb the floating vibration isolated surface when the LTE doors are opened as with other such systems.    In addition ours is easy to install and allows for easy removal of the probe station.  

In terms of our manipulators/probe positioners, our selection provides the highest stability available and is designed to meet your application needs as well as personal preference and budget.  All of our manipulators feature direct leadscrew / lead nut drives and ergonomic designs, and range from our economy Model 110 manipulator to the multi-versatile WAVE manipulator.

To guarantee customer success with all of our various high-tech tools, we offer Micromanipulator’s exclusive Full Life-Cycle Support worldwide.   Along with onsite support, our team of engineers is available to answer questions about our probe stations and accessories and will help you get the best products for your needs. 

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of the company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Please contact us to find out more about our exceptional line of probe stations and accessories.        

Answers to FAQs Regarding Probe Tips & Probe Holders

Micromanipulator’s philosophy and the driving force behind our success is our strong commitment to customer satisfaction.  We strive to provide customers with all the information they need to purchase the most appropriate tools for their needs.  To achieve this goal, our website is filled with detailed specifications regarding our probe stations, accessories, and consumables along with application notes and reference manuals.   

In our Probe Tips and Probe Holders Reference Manual, we provide customers with information regarding the elements of a probe and how to clean both probe tips and holders along with a full description of these products and their recommended uses.  The manual also provides answers to a few frequently asked questions about our probe tips and holders. 

In one example, we explain to a system user who requires a uniquely shaped probe holder in order to satisfy a complicated arrangement is to purchase one of our malleable (bendable) holders.  A great choice is our Model 72 that can be shaped and reshaped as desired.  If you need a more exact configuration, we also offer custom probe holders. 

The manual addresses the issue of using a probe holder with a built-in tip as we understand that many system users who are doing high frequency, low level signal testing or cutting prefer this style.  If this is case, may we recommend our low cost Model 44 that has a frequency range from DC to 3 GHz and is ideally suited for the most common microwave tests.   

Another commonly asked question we have had in the past is how to order one of our high-quality probe tips or probe holders?  We are pleased to report that we recently  launched an ecommerce store and now sell our probe holders, probe tips, probe positioners/manipulators and patch cords conveniently online.   Please visit our website to learn more. 

   

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but 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 customer satisfaction. Along with offering one of the best selections of probe stations on the market today, we also have all of the consumables, accessories and on-site support you need.