Smart Solutions from Micromanipulator!

Along with designing, engineering and manufacturing the tools the semiconductor industry depends on, Micromanipulator is committed to the success of our customers.  This is why we provide “system level” support and performance guarantees on all of our products.  We also provide a whole host of information and troubleshooting guidance on our website. 

On good resource we offer regarding probe holders and probe tips is our Probe Tips and Probe Holders Reference Manual.  Inside this guide, you will find detailed information on the best products to use for your application, how to best clean your probe tips and holders, and much more.  In addition we have included some answers to FAQs regarding Micromanipulator’s probe holders and tips.      

One such question comes from a system user who has a complicated arrangement on their test station.  They were looking for a uniquely shaped probe holder and wondered what options we offer.  We answered that we have malleable (bendable) probe holders such as our Model 72 that can be shaped and reshaped as desired.  If you need a more exact configuration, we suggest you look into the options available for a customized probe holder.  

Another customer would like to know if we have probe holders with a built-in probe tip.  The answer is yes we do.  Our popular Model 44 is just such a holder and is ideal for high frequency, low level signal testing or cutting.  With a frequency range from DC to 3 GHz, this economical probe is ideal for the most common microwave tests.  Since the Model 44 offers so many options, we feel it is almost a customized probe.  

Another handy solution is to order your probe holders and tips through our online store, which now accepts orders worldwide.  All Micromanipulator manufactured products are guaranteed to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year for Micromanipulator brands, and 90-days for Mechatronics brands, from date of shipment.

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 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. We offer the most comprehensive range of accessories available anywhere including our exclusive H1000 series thermal wafer chuck.         

For High Frequency Applications, Consider Our Exclusive “WAVE” Series

The Micromanipulator Company prides itself on offering our customers quality products that meet the needs of virtually every application as well as budget.  This includes designing and manufacturing a range of probe positioners/manipulators from an economy model for basic probing needs to our most versatile high-performance model, the WAVE series. 

Regardless of which model you choose, including our budget-wise Model 110, Micromanipulator’s probe positioners are designed to provide seamless system integration with any of our probe stations.   Each is stabilized by either a vacuum base or a magnetic base that sits on the probe station platen and supports the probe holder.  They are available in manual, motorized or programmable versions and guaranteed for 5-years.  Whether it’s an economy model or high-end, you will receive an ergonomic designed product that offers the highest stability on the market and direct leadscrew/leadnut drives. 

We recommend for high frequency applications that you take a look at one of our top-of-the-line multi-versatile “Wave” 100/200 series manipulators.  Available in multiple configurations, the positioner offers up to 200 GHz and comes in a choice of vacuum or magnetic bases to support and stabilize the probe holder.  The WAVE has theta and planarity controls for the alignment of microwave as well as a choice of multi-probe or mini-probe cards including Celadon’s “Versa Tile” and coplanar probes.  Its 5-axis control features X-Y and Z leadscrew-leadnut control. 

Micromanipulator’s WAVE positioners have a theta and planarity range of 4 degrees and provide a resolution of 40 TPI =1.7 µm with maximum travel of 12.7mm (0.5”) for each axis.  The PLF/PLS link arm is also adjustable up to 3 inches.

Most importantly regardless of which manipulator, probe station or accessories you decide to buy, Micromanipulator’s customers know they can trust us to stand behind our products.     Please see our website to learn more about our products or to order from our online store.

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 find out more about our exceptional selection of probe stations and accessories.  

Please Contact Us if You Need Custom Tools

To ensure customers can conveniently get their hands on quality Micromanipulator tools, our online store now accepts orders from anywhere in the world.  When you visit our site, you will find a wide assortment of products including coaxial, triaxial and Kelvin (single point dual wire) probe holders, high frequency manipulators, probe tips, and more.  We also sell our new brand, Mechatronics, through our online store. 

If you do not find a probe holder that fits your needs, please email or call us and we will be glad to discuss the parameter of your application and to assist you with your order.  For example, while our Model 75 Series probe holders come in a wide range of standard options, it can also be customized.  These general purpose, single wire probe holders are available for 6000 series probe stations, or 4000/8000 (200mm) through 9000/300 (300 mm) series stations. The Model 75 FPC versions are designed for use with fixed position probe cards.   The model 75 will accept all Model 7 disposable probe points.

For probe tips, browse through our wide selection of already engineered tips, or to meet your exact specifications, take a look at our customized options that are available for a nominal setup charge.  From choices including Dumet, high temperature, Tungsten and gold tip, Micromanipulator is the leading supplier of analytical probe tips to semiconductor and OEM markets worldwide. With our large selection of probe tips (we have more than 90), it means whether you need low resistance, high power, low current, high frequency, durability, high or low temperature contact optimization, we have it. 

To see our full inventory of products, please visit our website.  There you will find lots of useful information and specifications regarding each product as well as contact information to speak directly to an engineer. 

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 visit our website.           

More Choices than Ever at Micromanipulator!

Now that Micromanipulator has introduced our new brand, Mechatronics, customers have more choices than ever when it comes to buying probe stations, accessories and consumables.  Since the brands differ in performance and price, we thought it would be helpful to put together a “Compare Our Brands” chart to help you figure out which probe station brand would best fit your needs.

Looking at the chart, you can quickly see how the two brands differ and how they are alike.  For incidence, if you require 150mm wafer probing, you may want to consider one of our new Mechatronics Ace 150mm Manual Probe Station Preconfigured Systems.  For the first time, they allow budget conscious customers with basic probing needs to benefit from Micromanipulator’s decades of experience.  By offering a range of innovative features, they make probing in basic applications efficient and cost-effective.  The intuitive, easy-to-learn system also leverages the essential designs and expertise of Micromanipulator.

In addition the Mechatronics brand is designed so you are still able to configure your own station such as you can with a Micromanipulator one.  A Mechatronics Ace probe station gives you the option to choose from a wide range of accessories such as microscopes, manipulators, probe holders, and probe tips.  Furthermore if you already have the accessories you need, just order the Mechatronic probe station at its low price. 

If you need a higher performance, consider the Micromanipulator P300J (200mm-300mm) Motorized Manual Probe Station.  This is the highest performance, highest value 300mm analytical probe station available on the market today and has an upgradable platform and comprehensive accessory support.  The P300J comes standard with features such as single-point ground, dry/dark environment, and integrated thermal chuck plumbing. It is designed for low current, sub-micron positioning applications.

Please visit Micromanipulator’s website to learn about the world’s finest probe stations.  To buy quality accessories and consumables as well as Mechatronics products, use our convenient online store that now accepts worldwide orders.

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.