The Perfect Tools for C-V Measurements

Micromanipulator provides a series of Application Notes to troubleshoot problems and discuss products as well as to go further in-depth on probing applications such as C-V, or Capacitance-Voltage measurement.  C-V is a probing technique that varies the voltage in order to measure the capacitance.  Historically C-V has been used to detect mobile ion contamination in oxide, which takes the form of sodium ions.  Since we know sodium is extremely mobile and can migrate within the device structure, often devices that had passed the final test in the factory, failed in the field.   

As industry leaders, Micromanipulator has developed a solution that provides a highly accurate test environment for C-V measurements with our 8060 (150-200mm) High Performance Manual Probe Station.  Offering the highest performance available in a 6 – 8” (150 – 200mm) manual analytical probe station, the 8060 is designed for ease of use in demanding applications.  Some of these include very low current and voltage probing, high and low temperature probing, and sub-micron target probing to the limits of visible optics. 

Furthermore, it can be configured with an integrated environment that supports dark – shielded – dry probing.  When you take into account the price-performance, high efficiency features and low cost of ownership, the 8060 probe station provides system users with a cost-effective solution for high performance analytical probing. 

Micromanipulator also manufactures the H1000 Thermal System that offers a single chuck with a temperature range of -65° C to 400° C.    In addition we have a standard LTE (light tight enclosure) that rests on the anti-vibration isolation and completely encompasses the test station or an integrated shielded environment.  Please visit our website or contact our engineers to learn more about our products and which ones are best suited for C-V measurement testing.  

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 Industry’s Best Probe Stations Fit Your Budget & Application Needs

At Micromanipulator we pride ourselves on the fact that by designing, engineering and manufacturing such a wide range of probe stations, our customers can find exceptional products that meet their budget and application needs.  Along with our probe stations, we also offer a selection of high-quality accessories including thermal chucks, probe card holders, manipulators, vibration isolation tables, and more.    

Starting with one of our newest products, Micromanipulator’s recently introduced another industry first, the patented 2210-LS Application Board Probe Station.  With above/below ambient temperature stress that addresses today’s advanced system level FA challenges, the 2210-LS allows users to quickly trace and analyze issues in the actual end application environment easier and faster.    

For our budget-conscience customers or those who do not require the advanced features of the application board prober, we have many economical probe stations.  These include our line of general purpose manual probe stations that meet the needs of most applications and  offer a low purchase price and low cost of ownership. Moreover our general purpose manual probers are hot chuck compatible and field upgradeable and come with comprehensive support.  

We also want to mention the great deals available with our used probe stations.  Many of these tools were used for demonstration purposes or are from our active product upgrade and trade-in programs.  Currently our inventory of used products includes the P300J, P300A, 4060, and the 450PM but if you need something else, give us a call as we may be able to help.  As with all of our probe stations and accessories, our used tools come with a factory warranty and support.

Remember whether you decide on one of our Semi-Automatic, High Performance Manual, General Purpose Manual, a used model or the 2210 System Level prober, Micromanipulator stands behind all of our products.  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.        

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.