Robson Technologies, Inc.

Curve Tracers

 

RTI is the leading supplier of automated curve tracing to the entire semiconductor industry. The customer list for the MultiTrace is a virtual “Who’s-Who” of chip makers, major OEMs and widely known private test labs. The MultiTrace product family provides wide a range of solutions from opens and shorts testing on small devices all the way up to Powered curve trace and Latch-Up testing on very complex multi-power supply devices with thousands of pins. The MultiTrace family software offers several levels of complexity.

 

For most users, MTForms offers the ideal balance between flexibility and ease of use. In most cases, you simply choose the test method and fill in the blanks to define the test conditions the press 'Run Test'. For power users, every and all settings possible are accessible to create a very wide range of tests. For higher volume tasks, we offer several utilities to create predefined tests that operators can run with a minimum of experience. Standard Applications include Unpowered Curve Tracing, Powered Curve Tracing, Supply Current Measurements and Latch Up testing but many more tests are possible when you start to customize your setups.

 

 

MultiTrace Curve Tracer

RTI's MultiTrace 625 Pin PGA Fixture

RTI's MultiTrace 625 Pin PGA Fixture
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RTI's MultiTrace Automatic DC Parametric Test System

RTI's MultiTrace Automatic DC Parametric Test System
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MultiTrace, the original Automatic Curve Tracer available for over 10 years. This is a desktop system capable of testing devices up to 625 pins. It is available in a variety of sizes to meet the needs of the widest range of customers.

 

MultiTrace Applications

 

Unpowered Curve Tracing
Detect Opens, Shorts and Gross Leakage

 Powered Curve Tracing:
Detect Leakage, and Supply Current Problems.
Measure a Variety of Useful Paramters

Supply Current Measurements
Two Methods for Measuring the Supply Current.
A 6-Bus System Can Measure Three Supplies Simultaneously.

Latch Up Testing: (option)
Characterize Latch-Up Sensitivities According to the JESD 78 Specification.

 

Basic Curve Tracing Applications

 

Input-Output Transfer Functions:
Sweep the Voltage on an Input Pin and See the Output Pin Change States

Transistor Family of Curves:
Characterize Transistors of Any Type

Liquid Crystal and Emission Microscopy:
Use With a Microscope to Localize the Site of the Damage

 IDDQ Testing:
Measure the Supply Current for Each State of the Device

Functional Vectoring Capabilities:
Change Input Pin States According to an Input File Then Measure What you Need.
Ability to Measure Output States
Allows for Gross Functional Testing.

Kelvin 4-Wire Resistance Measurements:
Make Precisiton Resistance Measurements Using This Special Software Application to Control the Switch Matrix and Collect the Data for You.

Convenience Features:
  • Windows Software for a Familiar Feel.
  • Powerful Testing Tools Like a Test Sequencer With Auto Report Generation and Auto Comparison.
  • Launch Saved Test Setups by Clicking on a Shortcut.
  • Paste Graphs Directly Into Your Report Document.
  • Exact Curve Trace Data Into a Spreadsheet for Further Analysis or Advanced Graphing Capabilities of Excel.
  • Flexible Fixturing Options Give You Many Ways to Connect to Your Device.
  • Straightforward Upgrade Path Ensures That Your Tester Will Never Become Obsolete.

 

Extensive Documentation:

 

  • General Tutorials for Beginners to Curve Tracing.
  • Printed Manuals for All Included Applications.
  • Library of All Docs and Software Updates Online at the Website and on Your CDROM
  • Application Notes to Help You Understand the Theory and Details.
  • All Aspects of Fixturing, Operation and Interpretation of Results Are Discussed.
  • Lots of Screen Clips Help You Find Your Place.

 

Software Productivity Tools:

 

  • Test Sequencer and File Viewing Built Into MTForms 4.0
  • QATrace Allows You to Make a Library of Predefined Tests.
  • Fixturing Applications Make Pin Mapping Easy.
  • Save Test Setups as Shortcut Icons and Launch From Any Folder or Toolbar.
  • Automatic Latch Up Report Generator.
  • Extract Data Into Spreadsheets Using DataTrace.

 

AutoTrace Curve Tracer

RTI's AutoTrace Curve Tracer System

RTI's AutoTrace Curve Tracer System
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RTI's AutoTrace Test System: A scaled down version of the MultiTrace with 4 switch matrix channels and from 54 to 216 pins. Two Channels have the FET switches and two channels have Relays.

 

Having half as many sources but still capable of performing almost all of the same applications, the AutoTrace is perfect for smaller organizations who need basic curve tracing capabilities. This system is designed to interface with RTI's 950 series fixture and daughtercard.

 

Applications

 

  • Opens & Shorts Test
  • Unpowered Curve Tracing
  • Powered Curve Tracing
  • IBIS I-V Data Collection and Formatting

    Electrical and Physical Specifications:
    • Source Measure Units: 2 Precision Drives ±15V, ±1A, 8 Ranges
    1 Standard Drives ±15V, ±1A, 1 Range
    1HV Drives ±100V, ±100mA, 5 Ranges
    Switch Matrix Channels: 4 bus (2 FET, 2 Relay)
    Pin Count: 54 to 216 Pins
    Upgradeable in 54pin Increments
    Standard DUT Board Interface: 220 Pin Card Edge Connector
    Optional Interfaces: Banana Jacks Interface to all drives, busses and measurement inputs. (Compatible with BNC adapters)
    Standard Fixture: RTI 950 Series Fixture
    Included Software: Standard Trace: Curve Trace Application Program
    Switch: Switch Matrix Fixturing Program
    Standard Trace: Curve Trace Application Software
    Diagnostic: Self Diagnostic Software
    MTFormas(basic): Curve Tracer Setup Program
    QATrace: Test Library Program
    Microsoft Office: (Word, Excel, Power Point)
    Windows XP Pro
    Optional Software: Data Trace Software
    System Dimensions: 22"(W) x 18in(D) x 10in(H) (Single Chassis)
    Weight: 53 lbs (DUT Card Fixture Not Included)

     

    MegaTrace Test System

     

    RTI's MegaTrace Curve Tracer System

    RTI's MegaTrace Curve Tracer System
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    RTI's MegaTrace Test System picks up where the MultiTrace leaves off. Starting at 648 pins and going all the way to 2160 pins, the MegaTrace has enough pins to test just about any device.

     

    Now in a rolling, stand alone cart form, the tester is easy to move around and use with other instruments like emission microscopes, probe stations, and other remote testing requirements.

     

    Curve Tracing Capabilities

     

    • Unpowered Curve Tracing (Continuity Testing)
    • Powered Curve Tracing
    • Supply Current Characterization (Idd Testing)
    • 2 and 3 VDD Supply Testing on a 6 Bus System

     

    Other Measurements and Testing Capabilities

     

    • Latch-Up Testing
    • Functional Preconditioning
    • Any DC Measurement to ±15V and ±1A

     

    Hardware Capabilities

     

    • Upgradeable Switch Matrix from 648 Pins to Over 2000 Pins
    • 2, 4, and 6 Channel (Bus) Configurations Available
    • Completely Self Contained Unit is Easily Moved on Built in Wheels
    • Windows Software for Easy Upgrades
    • Wide Variety of DUT Fixtures for Every Device Package
    • Cable Fixtures Available to Interface to Probe Stations for EMMI or Wafer Testing

     

    Electrical and Physical Specifications:

     

    Source Measure Units:

    		4 Precision Drives ±15V, ±1A, 8 Ranges
    2 Standard Drives ±15V, ±1A, 1 Range
    2HV Drives ±100V, ±100mA, 5 Ranges
    (Half as many drives in a 2 bus configuration)

    Switch Matrix Channels:

    		2, 4, or 6 Busses
    Relay and FET switches (Typically 2 busses are FET and the others are Relays)

    Pin Count:

    		648 to 2047 Pins
    Upgradeable in 216 Pin Increments
    Standard DUT Board Interface: Standard 2160 Pin (Max) Elastomer Connectors
    Optional Interfaces: RTI OctoPogo Interface for 1024 Systems
    625 Pin ZIF Socket (25x25)
    Other Interfaces: Banana Jacks Interface to all drives, busses and measurement inputs. (Compatible with BNC adapters)
    Custom Fixtures: Available for Any Packaged Device
    Cabled Interfaces for Probe Cards
    Cabled Interfaces for Daughter Boards
    Included Software: Standard Trace: Curve Trace Application Program
    Switch: Switch Matrix Fixturing Program
    Standard Trace: Curve Trace Application Software
    Diagnostic: Self Diagnostic Software
    MTFormas(basic): Curve Tracer Setup Program
    QATrace: Test Library Program
    Microsoft Office: (Word, Excel, Power Point)
    Windows XP Pro
    Optional Software: Data Trace Software
    Latch-Up Option for MTForms
    System Dimensions: 57.5"(W) x 26"(D) x 36"(H) (Not Including Monitor)
    Weight: 300 lbs Max (Actual Weight Varies With Model)

     

    RTI is the leading supplier of test systems, fixtures and test sockets for failure analysis of semiconductor and hybrid modules. In addition to the MegaTrace test system, RTI can supply all required fixtures, cables, and test sockets required for most applications.

    RTI supplies FA sockets with multiple lid options including low profile open top sockets for micro-probing and EMMI. The sockets can also be used for both top-side and back-side test. Heated sockets are also available for both top side and back side test.

    RTI also provides standard and custom remote test fixtures to enable testing under a microscope, EMMI, and other applications requiring remote testing. In addition, RTI supplies universal BGA test fixtures and sockets reducing overall fixture costs.

    Please see Robson's extensive line of test fixtures and interface solutions here: http://www.bridgetec.com/robson.html