STI takes 6th probe
16 June 2011
Surface Technology International (STI) has been investing in flying probe technology since 1996, and has recently taken delivery of its sixth Takaya – a 9411 system.
EMS provider STI specialises in low to mid volume, high technology, high value products. Its Hook facility claims to be one of the best equipped factories in the UK.
STI provides a range of Test services, one favoured by many customers being flying probe technology. Chris Lyon, STI Operations Director, commented: “Flying probe is a flexible test platform and can be programmed quickly from CAD and compliments other lengthier test solutions. This speed allows the early adoption of a test strategy in a development phase of a program allowing speedier product development. Changes to design or component values are handled by the creation of a new program, ensuring no delays to product advancement.
“Takaya is a good product. We have a long history, purchasing our first Takaya 8400 system in 1996 and adding another a year later. The 8400’s were retired from mainstream production earlier this year due to their age. The technology of the systems has moved on significantly. In 2000 & 2001 we purchased two 9400 systems. These were much faster and more accurate than the older 8400 systems. In 2010 & 2011 we added two Takaya 9411 systems. These are more accurate and faster than the 9400 system. The software has advanced greatly over the years and makes programming much easier and quicker with more functionality. The Takaya systems have proven to be flexible and highly reliable. “
The 9411 systems have the added benefit of various options such as AOI. As the systems have heads that move the probes around, a camera and LED lighting is included. Visual inspection tests can be added quickly and easily to the program, which combines electrical and AOI in one program on one machine. The 9411 system can also be upgraded to become a double-sided tester. The system can be enhanced further with boundary scan or functional test should the need arise.
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