FormFactor - Cascade FPC Probe - Rugged, deep reach RF probing for modules and circuit boards
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DC-40 GHz bandwidth
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10 ps rise time
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Low insertion and return loss
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2 mils of tip-to-tip compliance
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High probing angle and clearance
The FPC probe is a high frequency 50 ohm coaxial probe that offers a signal line with either one or two low-inductance fixed-pitch ground contacts. The probe tip structure is lithographically defined for unsurpassed impedance control, preserving the highest integrity possible when launching and receiving signals from SMT boards, hybrids and multi-chip modules(MCM).
- Maintains 50-ohm environment which allows accurate high-frequency measurement of microelectronic modules
- Compliant tips allow probing of non-planar structures
- BeCu tips provide longer probing life and reduce probe damage
- Access contacts close to components, module walls, or other obstructions
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Sample can be loaded or removed when the cryostat is cold
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High cooling power with sample in (He-3) liquid (400 mK with 400 microwatt cooling power)
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Sample probe and a load-lock with gate valve
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IMX250 CMOS sensor
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ALVIUM image processing
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MIPI CSI-2 interface
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Various hardware options
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Monochrome (1800 C-508m) and color (1800 C-508c) models
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ALVIUM® Technology for on-board image processing
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MIPI CSI-2 interface with up to 4 lanes
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Platform concept that enables the operation of different Alvium camera models with a common software
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Hirose HR FHH55 FPC connector with minimum space requirements for a compact design
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Precise sensor-to-lens mount alignment
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Standard M3 mounting holes for top and bottom mounting, standard M2 mounting holes for front mounting
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Industrial performance for embedded vision applications
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Easy-to-install driver and code examples
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Highly stable granite base
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Independent, coarse movement of X and Y axes, combined with easy fine adjustments
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Re-configurable for DC, RF, mmW, FA, WLR and more
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Full thermal range of -60°C to +300°C
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Low-profile, straightforward design
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Spacious top chambers for up to 12 positioners
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Reduces electrical noise by providing a fully electromagnetically shielded, ultra-low-noise, light-tight environment
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Enables accurate low-noise measurements of atto amperes, femtofarads and microvolts at temperatures down to -60°C
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Continues the Infinity family’s Industry leading electrical performance
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High temperature capability (175° C +) for automotive device characterization and other applications
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Better tip visibility for enhanced placement accuracy and repeatability
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Improved tip life/durability with solid rhodium contacts
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New tip architecture enables support for narrower pitches (e.g. 25um)
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Advanced mechanical design combined with small contacts enables probing on smaller pads/pitches and improves durability and robustness
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Pulse tube cryocooler for cryogen free 4K temperatures
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He-3 sorption cooler for high power intercept and launch stage for ADR
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Single stage ADR provides solid state cooling down to 25mK
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Sample stage mounting at both 300mK and 30mK
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Multiple stage feedthroughs for thermally intercepting the signals
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Two large electrical bread boards for more configurable space
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Rapid cool options for faster cooldowns
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Combination of DC and RF in a single probe module: One dual probe or a maximum of three RF; a maximum of 9 DC standard (other quantities upon request).
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Utilizes ACP tip design, GSG, GS or SG
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RF tips available from DC to 110 GHz
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Choice of BeCu or tungsten tips
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DC power needles come standard with 100 pF microwave capacitor
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Power bypass inductance: 8 nH
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Maximum DC voltage: 50 V without power bypassing (25 V with standard power bypassing, and component dependent with custom power bypassing)
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Ideal for probing the entire circuit for functional test
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Dual ACP configuration supports differential signaling applications
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DC probes can provide power or slow logic to circuit under test
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Functional temperature range of -263 to +150°C
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Stainless steel tip material for thermal decoupling
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Coaxial cable with TCE matched inner and outer conductors
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Consistent tip geometry even at cryogenic temperatures
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Different substrate carriers for wafers up to 200 mm or single dies
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Probe cards and/or up to eight positioners
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Probe positioners placed inside vacuum chamber
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Short and stable probe arms
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Intuitive, manual drives
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Front loading capability through load door
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Software control of chuck for fast step-and-repeat testing of the entire wafer
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Fast step-and-repeat testing of the whole wafer
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High power – 66 W at 2.4 GHz and 43 W at 5 GHz
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Extremely low insertion loss of ≤ 0.4 dB (typical) up to 40 GHz
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Excellent contact control and low contact resistance
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High performance on any pad material (Al or Au)
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Longest lifetime – typically one million (1,000,000) touchdowns
FormFactor, Inc.
FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ:FORM) is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full IC life cycle – from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test.
We constantly strive to help our customers solve the advanced test and measurement challenges of the broader semiconductor industry. Our focus on customer partnership, innovation, agility and operational excellence allows us to earn sustainable business every day.
Contact Details
FormFactor, Inc. Corporate Headquarters
7005 Southfront Road, Livermore, CA 94551, USA
Phone: 925-290-4000