Our Customized Approach Allows You to Meet Every Need!

As one of the top test probe manufacturers in the world, Micromanipulator is proud to be at the forefront of providing the semiconductor industry the advanced tools they need for applications ranging from low current to high speed testing.  The many areas we specialize in include failure analysis, high and low temperature characterization, device reliability analysis, low current/low noise measurement, ESD wafer level testing, high speed digital analysis, and more. 

 

One of the things that set us apart from our competitors is that we take a highly customized approach to designing, engineering and manufacturing our line of exceptional probe stations.  When you browse through our extensive selection, you will see we offer a variety of models intended to meet virtually any application need as well as price range.  We offer a choice of Specialty, Semi-automatic, High-performance, General-purpose Manual, and Economy Manual stations.

 

Furthermore, once you decide on the best station for you needs, you can then outfit it with some of our well-designed, and in some cases exclusive, accessories.  An example of one of these products is our H1000 series thermal wafer chuck, which offers our customers the lowest cost of ownership on the market.  The H1000 series also leads the industry with the best planarity and the lowest noise.

 

Another product that Micromanipulator is proud to offer our customers is a complete line of probe holders.  Designed for applications including general purpose DC characterization, high speed, wide bandwidth, low current and high power, customers can select a holder according to their application demands, personal preference, and measurement equipment interface requirements.  In addition as with most of our products, you will be able to find one that best fits your price range.  See our website for more information. 

 

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.    Please contact us to learn more about our wide range of probe stations and accessories. 

Our Rigid Mount Light Tight Enclosure Assembly

At Micromanipulator we not only offer customers a wide selection of probe stations, but also an extensive line of technologically advanced options.  As part of our “systems approach,” to integration, we design products to meet many of the challenges faced by system users such as providing an environment that blocks out light and addresses vibration.

 

One innovative product that adeptly solves this problem is our Rigid Mount Light Tight Enclosure.  The unique unit offers users the benefit of having their probe station supported on a vibration isolated surface while enabling a light tight enclosure (LTE) to be mounted on the rigid surface of the vibration isolation table’s guard rails.  The enclosure creates a very stable environment and even when the doors of the LTE are opened, the floating vibration isolated surface is not disturbed. 

 

Another advantage to our Rigid Mount Light Tight Enclosure assembly is that it makes it easier to both install and remove a probe station.  The LTE is designed with access holes in the bottom plate that are outfitted with rubber “light shielding boots.”  These boots fit snugly around the inner table legs in order to prevent any light from leaking through the holes.  

 

Your Micromanipulator probe station will sit on the inner platform of the LTE, which rests on the vibration isolated surface.  To keep out light, the extended legs of the inner table protrude through the bottom of the LTE and are surrounded by the light shielding boots. 

 

This is just one example of how our technological approach helps to ensure our customers can focus on their data and not on the prober.  Please refer to ourwebsite to learn more about our many innovative products. 

 

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.  We invite you to contact us to find out more about our wide range of probe stations, accessories and consumables.        

Our Products are Easy to Buy Regardless of Where You Live

As a global company, Micromanipulator products are readily available to customers worldwide.  Furthermore, once you purchase one of our high-quality probe stations along with our probe tips and accessories, we provide “system level” support for your entire system from optics to thermal chucks regardless of where you live.

 

For information on how/where to purchase our products, you can go to our website and open up the “Where to Buy” toolbar.  You will find that our global sales presence and support services are impressive.  For example in Asia, we have sales representatives ready to serve customers in the following counties:  China; Taiwan and the Philippines; India; Japan; and Korea as well as a sales office that serves Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

 

For our Spanish speaking customers, we have sales representatives who serve South America, Spain, and Mexico.  In addition we have full sales and service representation scattered throughout Europe, the United Kingdom and the Middle East. 

 

While we feel that we have done an excellent job describing our products and provide our customers with lots of technical details and specifications, we know some of you may still have questions.  This is why we encourage our customers to call and talk to an engineer if you cannot find what you need online.  Our engineers are well-versed on the products, and in many cases, may have helped to design and engineer them.  If you would like a quote, please go ahead and use our online form (we will get back to you shortly) or give us a call. 

 

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are the leading name in the field. 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 Disposable Needle Probes are Easy to Use

Along with Micromanipulator’s broad range of exceptional probe stations, we also design and manufacture a selection of high-quality disposable needle probes.  We recognize that many of our customers prefer to use disposable needle probes as they can be easily replaced and eliminate the downtime spent in re-sharpening a probe.  

To ensure we have a disposable needle probe that is right for your application, we manufacture a range of tips suitable for general probing; low resistance; high power; sub-micron targets; compliant, thermal applications; delicate target or surface; cutting and more.  By providing our option of disposable probes, we can meet your measurement equipment interface requirements and application demands as well as offer probes that meet personal preferences and budgetary concerns.  Bear in mind we also have high-quality probe holders with built-in probe tips if you prefer. 

On our website you will find a selection of fine-tip, general purpose probe tips, gold plated, sputter platinum, small targets with ‘C’ bend, tungsten carbide, small targets, heavy duty needle, low compact resistance, and more.  Most of our needle probes are made from tungsten or nickel shanks with tungsten tips and are designed to address most probing applications.       

Furthermore, if your application calls for high conductance probe tips (HCT), we have a good selection.  HCT tips are specifically designed to increase tip conductance and reduces the probe scrub that is needed by a factor of 5 or more.   We recommend that you take a look at our Models 7A, 7B, 7F, 7G, 7X or our alternate radius tip probes if your need HCT capabilities and just add HCT to your part number when you order.   

Micromanipulator is a global company and we sell and support our products worldwide.  Contact us if you need help finding what you need and we will be happy to assist 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 semi-conductor 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.        





Hot Stage Probing Techniques Discussed in our Application Notes

The Micromanipulator Company takes great pride in manufacturing the finest equipment available for probing small geometries.  In addition, we spend considerable energy on trying to solve application problems, of which our customers can find comprehensive information on a range of topics under our Application Notes.  

One example we discuss in detail is “Hot Stage Probing Techniques” and the problem of using a hot stage for elevated temperature probing or CV measurement.  Micromanipulator explores the issue of movement of a device under the probe and the probe point due to thermal expansion. Furthermore, we present a solution for the relatively common probing dilemma of maintaining probe contact during temperature stressing of wafers, which can compound the natural difficulties already associated with probing.  Our Application Note is a thorough analysis of the causes and effects of the problem while offering an equipment solution.   

Part of our advice includes discussing the merits of several of our probe holders and the advantages each one offers.   As with all forms of probing small geometries, we suggest that, “a little technique can go a long way” and that with some experimenting, each operator will find the most suitable probing angle and/ or technique. 

We provide a few easy to follow guidelines that include:  probe as close to vertical as possible; use a 7F style probe tip with a small diameter and one that is as long as possible; when making probe contact, continue lowering the probe until bowing or flexure of probe tip is seen.  Also we recommend that users verify bowing by using a little X or Y-motion of manipulator or stage.  Be sure the probe contact follows the motion and stays on the target site.  Our last suggestion is to remind users that practice will make it better.   

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.        





Valuable Comprehensive Customer Service

Excellent customer service cannot be overrated especially when you are about to make an investment in new equipment.  At Micromanipulator we understand completely, which is why we have made customer satisfaction our top priority.  Now celebrating 60 years in the industry, our exclusive life cycle support ensures that as a customer, you will get the help you need, whenever you need it!

Micromanipulator has had the privilege to experience firsthand changes in the industry such as early belt driven stages that have evolved into high resolution lead screw lead nut designs to provide the best positioning resolution available on the market.  Our longevity also means we have been around to witness advancements such as microscope magnifications from only a few hundred times to today’s tools that support more than 2,000X magnification levels.

As we base our success on our customer’s, providing high-quality life-cycle support that guarantees optimal performance of our equipment has always been an important part of our company’s philosophy.  The support starts right at conception, which is where we work with customers to provide high-quality engineering solutions.  During the production stage, customers our provided with a selection of models that meet budget and application requirements as well as an array of smartly-designed consumables and accessories to complement our probe stations.  Lastly we offer quality on-site support to ensure your system delivers everything it promises.    

You will discover that Micromanipulator’s team of engineers are some of the best in the industry and are adept at helping you to figure out which probe station will best serve your needs as well as to troubleshoot problems.  We encourage you to take a look at our website for more detailed information regarding all of our products.     

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 wide range of probe stations and accessories. 





Model 2210-LS Adopted by DTU Electrical Engineering

Micromanipulator is proud to announce that our latest model, the unique 2210-LS application board probe station, is now being used by the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark, DTU Electrical Engineering.  Our 2210-LS probe station will be put through its paces by facilitating research for the DTU that includes integrated circuit design, integrated power electronics and signal conditioning electronics. 

With all of the system level prober’s innovative capabilities, it will allow the university to take the lead in the development of electro-technologies that affect the Internet of Things (IoT) deployment.  At Micromanipulator we recognize that everyday life is increasingly impacted by the IoT (the network of physical objects including devices, vehicles, buildings and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and network connectivity that enables these objects to collect and exchange data), and that electro-technologies have made it possible. 

So what sets the 2210-LS apart from other probe stations?  It is the world’s first true system level probe station to offer above and below ambient temperature capabilities as well as to combine a traditional wafer probe to the device exercising capabilities of the application board.  Benefits include flexible setup options, the ability to trace and analyze issues that manifest only in the actual end application environment both faster and easier, and as with all of our products, comprehensive accessory support. 

Our company believes that the Model 2210-LS’s superior capabilities are being adopted at a critical time in the industry when true system level probing is becoming mission critical worldwide.  Please see our website or contact us for more information about the Model 2210-LS along with all of our other exceptional probe stations and quality accessories. 

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 wide range of probe stations and accessories.