Elastomer BGA Socket for Network Processor To verify the performance of high power network processor chip, 94+ GHz bandwidth elastomer socket can be used with heatsink/axial flow fan to remove 135+ watts of heat generation. Elastomer socket is transparent such that the performance is equivalent to direct solder version. Self inductance of elastomer is 0.1nH and the socket can be operated from -55C to +160C.

February 2025

ATE/Production Test Contactors For Analog/RF/MMWave Device Testing

January 2025

Ironwood Electronics introduces its new Raptor line of ATE (automatic test equipment) test contactors. Configured as quickly replaceable cartridges, a first for ATE applications, the cartridges utilize Ironwood’s proprietary lamination technology for increased precision, enhanced convenience, and increased Mean Time

GTP Elastomer Sockets for High-Speed Applications GT Elastomers with Protective Layer

November 2024

Ironwood is now producing elastomer sockets which include a protective “P” layer that allows for more insertions by protecting the elastomer from erosion and debris build up, extending the life of the elastomers to 200,000 plus insertions. The projections on

Device Interface with Heater, Temperature Sensor and Controller To characterize the IC device at a certain temperature, a Compression plate (interfaces with IC device) is used with an integrated heater and thermocouple that are connected to the PID controller. This unique compression plate can be used with any socket that connects the IC device to the PCB electrically. Once the temperature or profile is set in the controller, appropriate drive current is sent to the heater element. In this closed loop system, the thermocouple provides temperature feedback to the controller to increase or decrease current to reach a set point quickly. Thereby, the IC device is maintained at a specific temperature while electrical testing is performed.

October 2024

High Power Liquid Cooled Socket for Multi Chip Module Constructed with stamped spring pin technology to accommodate 15+GHz bandwidth along with liquid cooling for dissipating 40+ watt to maintain temperature below 85C. With spring loaded compression mechanism, it is easy to swap the device and characterize while maintaining thermal requirements.

September 2024