What is EOL fixtures?

EOL fixtures are the end of line resistor that is in each pull station loop. It is used to put a load on the circuit so that each circuit draws a current.  Flying probe application includes EOL fixture testing. Functional test systems are the important part of the quality assurance of the electronic products. The functional test is often also combined with an in-circuit test. In the in-circuit test, PCBs with mounted components or electronic components are contacted and tested for faults in printed conductor routing, soldering and component faults. Flying probes are playing a big part in the electrical and electronic testing world. These flying probes are mostly used for testing medium to low volume production, prototypes, and in boards with accessibility issues. The testing related to flying probe implements the usage of electro-mechanical controlled probes that are used for an easy access to components on printed circuit assemblies (PCAs). These are generally in experiments and testing related to short circuits, open circuits, analog signature analysis and analog components.

Equip Test Company has main focus on testing loaded PCB boards. It supports EOL fixture solutions. Customized PCB Testing Solutions from Equip – Test cover from entry level projects until mechatronically very complex solutions from one hand with warranty and local support.

What is Flash fixtures and how it is useful?

Flash fixtures allow you to offload flash programming from functional test systems, increasing test throughput while improving capital utilization. Flash runner cube and flash runner Quattro series are included in the flash fixtures. Flash runner cube is suitable for multi panel applications and direct parallel programming in modern production facilities. It is a high integration in system gang programmer specially designed for the programming multi-PCB panel assemblies. It is one of the fastest in-system programming systems. Here the projects and code images stored on memory cards with compact design for the production environment. It’s hardware features include 12 to 25V DC power supply input, Seven digital I/O lines, One programmable output power voltage, One programmable clock output, Secure Digital memory cards (up to 2 GB), On-board dynamic memory, On-board timekeeper and calendar, Opt isolated inputs for project selection, Optoisolated command inputs (START, START_ENA and STOP), Three opto isolated status outputs (FAIL, PASS, BUSY), Optoisolated RS-232/Ethernet channel.

Flash Runner Cube series is targeted at Manufacturing Mass Production and can work either in full standalone mode or controlled by host system, multiple programming up to 2 identical devices at a time. This in under the reliability features of the flash fixtures.

Flash runner Quattro is a high integration gang programmer based on the flash fixture technology.it is composed of a main board which hosts the programming and demulti plexing modules, plus various connectors used to interface to the target system and host/ATE. Its features include extremely fast programming with compact design for production environment.

What is Interconnect solution?

Technically, interconnect solutions are a major part that act as the connector interface between the test instruments and the devices/unit under test in the test applications. It can be utilized virtually in any testing requirement as it is accessible in various sizes according to the requirement. These frameworks are for the most part used as a piece of defense, aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, and such other applications as they are flexible, reconfigurable, and modular by design.

The i2 solution provides a signal, hybrid and configurable versions in a sleek 0.8” footprint. It has the capabilities to give the solution for the discrete-wiring, horizontal and right-angle PCB mounting. 

The features and benefit of i2 solution are

·         168 signal points with Quadra Paddle Technology

·         Hybrid option offers 120 signal points and 12 micro coax/micro power points

·         30° cable exit for vertical stack ability

·         0.8” footprint for horizontal stack ability

·         Integrated spring locking tabs

·         PCB compatible

·       Flying lead options allow you to pin your own configuration.

The i2's connecting with component coordinates spring locking tabs that affix over the hooking post for secure engagement. i2's 0.8" impression permits flat stack capacity. Keying pins and a square bolting component guarantee even and exact engagement. It has various positive qualities that sort out the issues that its 30º calculated link exit lessens the height requirement of the connector, permitting more space before the rack for instrumentation and when it comes to multi-connector board design, it reduces the vertical space between the connectors.

The i2 MX is the recently presented in i-Series and the i2 item group. This highly advanced product integrated with the advanced design highlights that make i-Series so well known. It gives a viewpoint on the necessities of Electromagnetic Interference protecting in the testing industry. The i2 MX likewise includes the modularity and adaptability of the icon, providing a more prominent assortment of I/O choices and designed for more than 10,000 cycles.

Increased Opportunities with the New i2 MX:

•             Compatible modular inserts

•             EMI-shielding accessible

•             Maximum cable bundles ability with advanced cable exit

•             i2 MX permits blending of signal, power, VTAC HSD and coax

•             Easy access for troubleshooting and repairs with detachable side panel on ITA back shell

Modular Inserts:

•  Substitutable modular inserts to appropriate for any condition

• Improved contact selection: Quadra Paddle, Tri-Paddle, Micro-Coax/Power, Mini Coax/Power,

  

VTAC

• 4 pre-configured solutions accessible

Accurate, Trustworthy Engagement:

• Spring-locking tabs attach over latching post for secure engagement

• Slimmer, metal engagement knob permits an expanded level stack capacity

• Reversible all metal back shells for various mounting choices

• Specifically planned Receiver strain help for dependable patch code arrangement and security

PCB Capabilities:

•Options include: horizontal mounting with utilization of stake pins, right angle mount with utilization of the header, and i2 to flex print

•84 Pin Header provides solder less compliant pins for easy usage

•Innovative header effectively adjusts i2 for a brisk end to connectors, for example, VHDCI and 68 Pin SCSI

Flying Leads:

• Flying Leads ITA Cable Assemblies to empower Pin Your Own Configuration adaptability