Space transformer connector characterisation for a wafer test system

Bahadir Tunaboylu

Abstract


Standard connections from probe head to PCB for vertical type probe cards in wafer test are individual separate wires in space transformers (STs), traditionally used for device pitches 80 µm and above for quick turn inexpensive solutions compared to multilayer ceramic substrates. There are inherent signal integrity issues using separate wires in controlling impedance, bandwidth, and cross-talk of STs and probe cards.  A method of wiring that includes parallel pairs and twisted pairs is proposed and electrical characterization was performed to establish predictive specifications on the test cards.


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semiconductor test systems, signal integrity, materials

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