Why Trust Micromanipulator for Your Testing Needs?

There are not many companies that have been in business for as long as Micromanipulator (over 60 years), and you may be wondering what our secret is and why we have enjoyed continued success unlike many of our competitors.  Once you know more about our company, you will recognize that three things have set us apart from the competition – our technology, products and focus on customer service and support.   

In terms of our technology, Micromanipulator not only sets the bar high but has an exceptional, experienced team to deliver on it.  With the invention of analytical probing in 1956, we have since produced many industry’s firsts such as pioneering the integration of thermal chucks with probe stations.  Even today, we continued to lead the industry with the broadest available temperature range and the most advanced, non-operator dependent performance available on the market.  Our system approach removes the “burden of performance” on users and allows them to focus on the data, not the prober and includes vibration isolation, thermal management, materials selections and flexible, open architectures.   

Furthermore, with our broad selection of manual, motorized, or semi-automatic probers, users can easily choose a probe station that best meets their needs.  We also have an extensive range of accessories including our exclusive H1000 series thermal wafer chuck that offer the best planarity, lowest noise and the lowest cost of ownership.   Micromanipulator’s other options include microscopes, vibration isolation, light and noise shields, manipulators, and DC and RF measurement hardware. 

Although while we know that our exceptional products and advanced technology have been critical to our success, we think the most important step Micromanipulator has taken from the start is to listen and learn from our customers.  Our professional services include a worldwide network of service support engineers for full system level support on everything from optics to thermal chucks.  Also to protect your investment, we offer extended warranties, preventative maintenance programs and upgrade paths even for obsolete tools. 

 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 our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  We invite you to contact us to find out more about our wide range of probe stations, accessories and consumables.         

One of the World’s Top Test Probe Manufacturers

Headquartered in Carson City, NV, the Micromanipulator Company has been in the industry for over 60 years and is now one of the world’s leading manufacturers of pre and post tape out wafer, package,and system level analytical probing tools.  Our equipment is used by test labs around the world for design verification, device modeling and characterization, design and market FA, process verification, and quality control.  

Regardless of your location, you will find that our products are readily available as we have sales offices and representatives on every major continent.  Furthermore, unlike many test probe manufacturers, Micromanipulator is pleased to offer our customers upgrade paths even for obsolete tools.  We also have extended warranties and preventive maintenance programs that are designed to protect your investment, and with our worldwide presence, we can provide you with full support services. 

Micromanipulator’s extensive line of probe stations is one of the best on the market with a range of models suited to virtually any application and any budget.  A frequent choice for cost-conscience customers is our Model 450PM 8” probe station that offers a great value with its low cost of ownership along with its stable, reliable probing performance.  The design of the 450PM is based on our popular Model 4060 probe station that offers users extensive application coverage and flexible options. 

Another reason we have maintained our leadership role in the industry is Micromanipulator’s “Full Life-Cycle Support.”  Starting with solutions engineering, followed by state-of-the-art manufacturing and continuing right through to expert on-site support and maintenance, we provide customers with the tools they need to achieve their success.   

To get a better idea of the wide range of our probe stations as well as consumables and accessories, please visit our website.  Also if you haven’t visited our website in a while, you may be unaware of our convenient online store where you can easily buy probe holders, manipulators, probe tips and patch cords 24/7 from anywhere in the world. 

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. 

Demo Our Exclusive 2210-LS Application Board Probe Station

Micromanipulator is pleased to be able to offer our customers a chance to demo the world’s first true system level probe station with above and below ambient temperature capabilities.  In partnership with TEC Associates, we have setup a demonstration hub to provide interested customers the opportunity to evaluate the performance and capabilities of our tools including our 2210-LS in a real world setting. 

Our California Demonstration Facility is located in Fremont California and is just minutes away from the San Jose International Airport and the Bay Area.  During your scheduled private demo, we encourage you to bring your devices and measurement hardware to verify our products with actual devices.   

As one of our first products at the testing facility, the patented 2210-LS Application Board probe station was specifically designed to assist development teams working with post tape-out product spins.  Use of application boards for system level testing can significantly expedite the failure analysis operation.  It allows you to probe at the application board block or system level while exercising your chip in mission mode.  Furthermore, the 2210-LS allows you to trace and analyze issues that manifest only in the actual end application environment faster and easier than ever before.   

Please contact TEC Associates, our exclusive sales representative in Northern California, or visit Micromanipulator’s website for contact information to schedule a demo appointment.  The cost of test and setup are controlled with flexibility to test different systems on one platform.  While at our website, we invite you to take a look at our extensive line of probe stations, consumables and accessories.  Also remember that Micromanipulator now has an online store that conveniently sells our probe holders, probe tips, manipulators/probe positioners and patch cords. 

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 our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  We invite you to contact us to find out more about our wide range of probe stations, accessories and consumables.        

Compare Our High Performance Manual Probe Station

At Micromanipulator we work closely with our customers to design, engineer and manufacture the tools they need to meet their application requirements, personal preferences and budget.  As we offer one of the most comprehensive selections of probe stations on the market, we recognize that it can be confusing to know which of our probers is best suited for your needs.  This is why we make sure to provide an abundant amount of information and specifications for each of our models.  In addition we provide customers with a detailed comparison chart of all of our High Performance Manual probe stations.    

The chart compares Micromanipulator’s 450PM, 450PM-MW, and 450PM-HR as well as the 4060 and 8060 by: Model, Wafer Size, Control, Accessory, Options, Upgrade Path, Target Application and the Value.  For instance, you will see that the 4060 model is designed for 4-6-8” wafer sizes, is a manual control prober, has accessory options that include Hot Chuck, Cold Chuck, LTE (Light Tight Enclosure), Probe Card, and Laser/ Micrometer.   

The target applications for the Model 4060 includes: General Purpose, RF / DC, Failure Analysis, Reliability, and General device characterization.  The chart also shows you the value of the 4060 and that it is offered at a good price for its performance.  Available at a medium acquisition cost, the probe station offers system users good application coverage and good COO for general purpose applications.    

We encourage you to visit our website to compare each of our High Performance Manual probe stations so you may easily figure out which one best meets your needs.  While you are on our site, please take a look at our high-quality probe holders, probe tips and manipulators that can now be conveniently ordered through our new online store.   

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.           

The Market’s Best Semi-Automatic Probe Station

If you are looking for one of the industry’s most stable and intuitive probe stations, we invite you to take a look at Micromanipulator’s semi-automatic probers.  Our P200L (200mm), P200A (200mm), P300L (300mm), and P300A (300mm) Semi-automatic state-of-the-art probe stations offer space efficiency with their compact design and are suitable for a wide range of testing applications.  They also have comprehensive accessory support and are field upgradeable for hot and cold thermal chucks.  

The low current-ready P200L (200mm) and P300L (300mm) has a high stability machined base as well as a microscope bridge designed for small target probing.  It supports all high resolution microscopes.  Also in addition to its durable and attractive finish, the probe station’s stainless steel platen supports vacuum or magnetic base manipulators.   

A removable front wedge provides additional room for manipulators as well as an entry port when configured with a local dry/dark environment.  The P200L and P300L feature standard leadscrew / leadnut stage and platen drives that provide high precision in addition to a long life as it distributes the drive force over a large contact area.  The stage X-Y and platen (Z) are motorized and programmable, and a motorized and programmable control is also available for a microscope. The probe stations can be configured with a local dry / shielded / dark environment and “Top Hat” for low level or low temperature probing. 

The P200A and the P300A are the highest performing 200mm and 300mm semiautomatic probe stations on the market today and are designed for low current, sub-micron positioning applications.  Built for reliability and precision, the probe stations feature closed-loop operation with massive stage and platen drives, a robust chuck mount and a harmonic theta drive.  

In addition Micromanipulator offers a broad range of quality consumables, accessories and options for our systems including thermal wafer chucks, probe holders and probe tips, manual/motorized manipulators, light tight enclosures, microscopes, DC and RF measurement hardware, and more.  Please visit our website or contact us to learn more about putting together a system to meet your specific application 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 our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  We invite you to contact us to find out more about our wide range of probe stations, accessories and consumables.        

Products Designed to Meet the Needs of Virtually Any Application

Since Micromanipulator offers one of the widest ranges of probe stations on the market, they are designed to meet virtually every application need from low current to high speed testing.  As industry leaders, our vast areas of expertise includes: Failure analysis; Low current / low noise measurement; High and low temperature characterization; Device reliability analysis – Interconnect; ESD wafer level testing; Device reliability analysis – Interconnect, EM, HCI, Charge Pumping, NBTI, PBTI, TDDB; C-V measurements; High speed digital analysis and more.  

We invite you to visit our website and to browse through our extensive selection of probe stations that have been designed, engineered and manufactured to meet our customers’ needs.  Also be sure to take a look at our well-designed consumables and accessories that allows you to outfit your prober to meet not only your application needs but your budget and personal preferences.  Micromanipulator’s selection of probe stations includes Specialty, Semi-automatic, High-performance Manual and General-purpose Manual.   

One excellent example of both the quality and economy of Micromanipulator’s probe stations is the popular 450PM-MW (150-200mm) General Purpose Manual model.  Offering a low purchase price as well as a low cost of ownership, the 450PM’s stable, reliable probing performance has made it the probe station of choice for test labs around the world.   

Headquartered in Carson City, NV, we have been an industry leader for more than 60 years and attribute our success to listening and learning from our customers.  Furthermore, we recently launched an e-commerce store due to customer demand, which offers an assortment of our probe holders, probe tips, manipulators/probe positioners and patch cords.  Also if you would like to request a quote on one of our probe stations or other products, please use our convenient online request form.   

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. 

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.