The Industry’s Finest Probe Positioners/Manipulators

Micromanipulator designs and manufactures a wide range of probe positioners, which means it is easy to buy one that meets your application needs, your personal preference and your budget.  Along with offering the highest stability on the market, all of our probe positioners are ergonomically designed and feature direct lead screw-lead nut drives. 

Additionally our probe positioners are stabilized by a vacuum or magnetic base used to support the probe holder.  To ensure that different probe holder shanks can be firmly attached to the manipulator, we include collet shafts with our probe positioners and the appropriate collet with our probe holders.  

One of our most economical manipulators is the Model 110, which offers a low acquisition cost and a small footprint that is designed for easy placement.  The Model 110/210 is a mini-arc style with a resolution of 32 threads per inch (TPI) = 2.2 µm and 10 mm (0.4”) maximum travel along each axis.

In the medium price range, our 450/560 magnetic base or vacuum base manipulators offer customers great flexibility and performance.  The probe positioners even provide a choice of seven possible setup options and positioning adjustments. 

Our premium “Wave” series manipulators feature X-Y and Z lead screw-lead nut control plus theta and planarity controls for alignment of microwave, multi-probe or mini-probe cards (such as Celadon’s“ Versa Tile”).  The Wave series has a resolution of 40 TPI =1.7 µm and 12.7mm (0.5”) maximum travel along each axis.  The Theta and Planarity range is 4 degrees.  

In addition to the introduction of our newest brand, the Mechatronics Ace, we have a line of compatible manipulators.  One example is the Mechatronics ACE left hand or right hand vacuum base manipulator, which is designed for 6-micron geometries.  In the left hand probe positioner, the XYZ controls are forward facing when placed on the left side of the probing setup.  Please visit our ecommerce store to purchase our probe positioners, probe holders and probe tips conveniently online.

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are the leading name in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. You will find one of the most comprehensive ranges of probe stations on the market as well the consumables, accessories and on-site support you need.        

Quality Probe Stations from the Industry’s Leader

At the Micromanipulator Company, we have always considered our success to be based on the success of our customers.  To that end, we have built a reputation for designing, engineering and manufacturing products that are not only appropriate for virtually any application but any budget.  And this is now truer than ever with the introduction of our new brand, Mechatronics Ace.  With such a broad selection of high-quality probe stations, we guarantee customers will find the best products to meet their needs. 

Starting with our premium model, the patented 2210-ls Application-Board Probe Station seamlessly combines a traditional wafer probe to the device exercising capabilities of the application board.  As the world’s first true system level probe station, the 2210-ls offers users above and below ambient temperature capabilities.  Also the application board compatible station is designed to migrate wafer level probe capability to the system level application board in order to assist with post tape-out product spins.  This allows user to quickly trace and analyze issues that are found only in the actual end application environment.   

A very popular mid-range choice is Micromanipulator’s economical 450PM (150-200mm) General Purpose Manual Probe Station.  Used across the globe, the 450PM model offers a stable, reliable probing performance as well as a low cost.  Furthermore while the probe station may be economical, we want you to know it still has many standard options to allow you to configure it to your specific needs. In addition we offer lots of compatible accessories including probe card holders, thermal chucks, manipulators, unique probe holders, vibration isolation tables, camera systems and more.  

We also want to include our new brand, Mechatronics Ace that offers 150mm Manual Probe Station Preconfigured Systems.  The new Mechatronics Ace is a great addition to our product line with its low cost of ownership and effortless operation.  Our preconfigured packages include everything you need to get started or allow you to configure your own package.  Please visit our website to learn more about both our Micromanipulator and Mechatronics probe stations.   

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 & Services that Ensure Your Success

At Micromanipulator it is important to us to provide “Full Life-Cycle Support” that starts from concept, to production, right through to maintenance.  In addition to ensuring each customers is satisfied with their products, our experienced team will help get your system up and running as well as keep it operating at peak performance. 

When you are shopping for our products, Micromanipulator’s engineers are ready to answer any questions you may have about our extensive line of probe stations and accessories.  Once you do buy, you will benefit from our top-quality onsite technical support team.  To make it convenient to contact us, you can do it by phone or through our website using our online form to let us know how we can help.  Depending on your needs, one of our engineers or a sales rep will get back to as soon as possible.  

You will also find on our home page an online “Request a Quotation” form.  This is a great way for us to understand your needs.  When you fill it out, please remember to make note of your preferred contact method and availability.  

Please keep in mind that there is a reason why the semiconductor industry depends on the high quality products of Micromanipulator.  As the world leader in high performance probing since 1956 and an early pioneer in the field, we have continued to produce the tools the industry needs now to develop the products of the future. 

Another reason Micromanipulator remains the go-to-place for quality probe stations and accessories is while our headquarters and engineering and manufacturing facilities are in the U.S., our products are readily available and sold throughout the world.  To learn more about the best products for your needs, please visit our website for contact information and one of our knowledgeable team will get back to you. 

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are the leading name in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. You will find one of the most comprehensive ranges of probe stations on the market as well the consumables, accessories and on-site support you need.        

We have a Probe Station for Every Application and Every Budget

Now more than ever, Micromanipulator offers the best range of probe stations to meet virtually every application and budget.  Together our two excellent brands, Micromanipulator and Mechatronics, offers probe stations for those that want a dependable, economical model for basic applications to someone requiring a prober for the most demanding ones.  We also provide the best customer support to ensure you get the optimal performance out of your system.   

On our website, we have put together a chart that compares Micromanipulator probe stations with Mechatronics and should help you decide which model is right for your requirements and budgetary considerations.  Micromanipulator’s line of probe stations offers the industry’s leading temperature testing, performance, and comprehensive configuration options and accessories.  The new Mechatronics brand is specifically designed for basic probing application and has an intuitive and easy-to-learn system.   

As you can see from our chart, both brands have a manual model; however, the Micromanipulator brand is typically suitable for more demanding applications and also offers motorized and semiautomatic systems, board level systems and thermal systems.  Furthermore, Micromanipulator probe stations are field upgradeable.  Mechatronics offers preconfigured packages as well as the option to configure a Mechatronics to suit your needs.  

The Micromanipulator line can handle wafer sizes up to 300mm while the Mechatronics is designed for wafers up to 150mm.  Both brands have a line of high-quality accessories and consumables.  In addition customers can order consumables and accessories such as probe tips, holders, manipulators, and vacuum add-ons as well as the Mechatronics system through our online store.  For the Micromanipulator brand, customers can buy consumables and accessories at our online store.    Please visit our website or contact us if you have any questions regarding our quality probe stations.     

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.        

Why Buy a Micromanipulator Product Over the Competition?

At Micromanipulator, we think knowledge is critical to making good decisions, which is why the more you learn about our company and our products; the easier it will be to make the decision to buy from us.  One of the things that sets us apart from the competition is that throughout our many decades in the business, we have always listened and learned from our customers.  In fact, this is what drives our quest for innovative designs and product development.   

Also Micromanipulator is not a newcomer to the industry.  We have over 60 years of analytic probing experience that has allowed us to successfully provide customers with the state-of-the-art tools they need to develop the products of the future.  One example is our advanced technology that allows system operators to concentrate on their data and not the prober.  Micromanipulator’s “systems approach” to integration additionally includes quality accessories designed for vibration isolation and thermal management along with flexible and open architectures and a choice of materials.   

Now along with an extensive selection of Micromanipulator’s manual, motorized, and semi-automatic probers, we offer our most economical probe stations, the new Mechatronics ACE Systems.  This means customers can choose a probe station for basic probing applications that meets their personal preferences as well as their budget.   Also our accessories are the best on the market and include thermal wafer chucks, microscopes, vibration isolation, light and noise shields, manipulators, DC and RF measurement hardware and more. 

As a Micromanipulator customer, you get the benefit of our worldwide network of service support engineers who offer full system level support services for everything from optics to thermal chucks.  To protect your investment, we offer extended warranties, preventative maintenance programs and upgrade paths even for obsolete tools.  Please visit our website to learn more.   

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.        

Personalize a New Mechatronics Probe Station

Along with Micromanipulator’s brand new preconfigured Mechatronics probe stations, we also offer a basic Mechatronics ACE Trinocular Scope Base Station (Only) as well as a Mechatronics ACE – Configure Your Own Probe System.  Both models can be ordered through our online store. 

To configure your new Mechatronics ACE probe station, you just need to select your options before you put it into your cart (the order form walks you through the process).  The range of options includes the choice of a Binocular microscope (ACE-SCP-BINO) or a Trinocular Microscope (ACE-SCP-TRI), it is up to you to decide which best suits your needs.  You can even add a USB camera.  After that, we ask you to select your probe holder from a choice of Single Wire (Pair) or a Coaxial (Pair), or skip this option altogether.  After the Mechatronics ACE is in your cart, you will have the opportunity to order more prober holders.   

We also have a great selection of Mechatronics ACE Probe Tips that are available in boxes of 5.  If you need a customized tip, we also offer those.  Next, you can choose your manipulator from a choice of magnetic or vacuum.  Remember for the station to be complete, you need to have at least one left hand and right hand manipulator. In addition you can add either a Mini-Vac vacuum pump or the Ace-Vac-Puc Vacuum Collection Plate.   

The order form clearly shows what you have added to your Mechatronics probe station and provides a total.  On the bottom of the page, we offer descriptions of some of the options along with a link to a pdf that describes the Mechatronics’ features and specifications in great detail.  Please visit our website for more information.    

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.        

The Most Economical Solution for Probing Basic Applications

Micromanipulator is pleased to introduce a brand new line of economical, efficient probe stations.  The Mechatronics ACE prober is ideal for customers who need a tool for probing basic applications and is designed to allow users to intuitively and easily learn the system.  It also offers a range of innovative features.

The line currently includes several preconfigured Mechatronics ACE models that come with everything you need to get started.  These dependable probe stations offer the best value with their low cost of ownership and effortless operation.  The Mechatronics probers are also easy to set up and use.  Furthermore, even though our new line is budget friendly, we have leveraged all of Micromanipulator’s extensive expertise and designs to ensure users an efficient performance for basic probing applications.

In addition the preconfigured packaged probe stations can be conveniently ordered through our ecommerce store.  Moreover if you want to configure a Mechatronics probe station to meet your specifications, we make it easy to do so by offering a broad range of accessories including manipulators, microscopes, probe holders, and probe tips.

One example of our brand new line is the Mechatronics ACE Binocular Scope probe station that supports 3” to 6” (75-150mm) wafers (small pieces with Vac Puc accessory).   Featuring a binocular stereo zoom microscope, the ACE probe station’s specifications include a 6″ (150mm) x 6″ (150mm) X, Y, Quick 90 degree theta rotation detent with ergonomically controls located outside the station platen footprint.   The probe station is nickel plated and fixed and supports up to 10 magnetic or vacuum base manipulators.

Please visit our website to learn more about the new Mechatronics as well as our Micromanipulator probe stations.  If you have further questions, do not hesitant to give us a call.

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are the leading name in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. You will find one of the most comprehensive ranges of probe stations on the market as well the consumables, accessories and on-site support you need.