October 28, 2011. Multitest, a designer and manufacturer of final test handlers, contactors, and load boards used by integrated device manufacturers (IDMs) and final test subcontractors, has announced its Quad Tech™ next-generation of vertical-contact technology. Multitest says the technology offers significant cost-of-test advantages, resulting from superior test yield and long probe life.
Quad Tech uses a barrel-less architecture with four continuously engaged internal contact points that lead to improved electrical and mechanical characteristics. Quad Tech features high current capabilities, high bandwidth, and low inductance. Mechanically, Quad Tech offers a large compliance window to accommodate stack height tolerances.
The design of Quad Tech allows Multitest to apply precise manufacturing process that also enhances plating quality. This process ensures long probe life, long cleaning intervals, and a favorable probe replacement cost for all contactors based on Quad Tech.
Currently, Multitest offers Mercury™, Gemini™ and Gemini Kelvin products based on Quad Tech.
The Quad Tech is a development of Multitest’s contactors division in St. Paul, Minnesota.