Flying probe tester speeds EMS throughput

Syntech Technologies uses the Takaya 9411 series flying probe test system from Itochu.

From its base on the English South Coast, Syntech Technologies offers a combined service of electronic design, engineering and high volume manufacturing.

From its long history in telecoms systems and equipment design, the company has developed its technology base and now has extensive experience and capabilities in manufacturing solutions for commercial and military applications in extreme conditions utilising RF, high speed digital and analogue designs.

Such extensive engineering and design support enables Syntech Technologies to offer a high volume manufacturing capability for complex electronic assemblies with the benefits of high yields and fast turnaround whilst providing optimum solutions for small, medium and high volume manufacturing runs.

The engineering team at Syntech Technologies has a specific focus on solutions for reliability and ease of manufacture.

Their expertise is used extensively in engineering products from existing designs, cost reduction, and in the redesign of systems where obsolescent components are putting production at risk.

Syntech engineers use their experience in engineering and manufacturing to support clients with new product introductions (NPI) in record times.

Syntech offers a full range of services associated with NPI from prototype build through to test equipment design and documentation.

Fast track prototype builds are undertaken in their dedicated facility using skilled technicians to build, inspect and test initial production runs.

Four manufacturing lines offer high speed SMT assembly, fast track prototyping, low and high volume surface mount.

The high-volume lines are based on Fuji IP3 and Fuji CP6 machines, providing a comprehensive capability supporting the full range of SMT, BGA and QFP packages.

Throughout the manufacturing process every product is carefully tracked and logged.

Functional test results are logged and provided to their customers enabling them to optimise design centring.

Exact performance trends are carefully monitored to ensure both optimum product performance and manufacturing yield.

Key to the speed of turnaround and accuracy in manufacture has been the installation of the Takaya 9411 series flying probe test system from Itochu.

The speed of the system, coupled with the facility to install cameras top and bottom to facilitate visual inspection, supports the business objectives of Syntech Technologies - providing fast and efficient turnaround in manufacture.

Another major factor in the selection of the Takaya was the fact that there is often limited or no test access on the PCBs for conventional BoN and other test methods.

The Takaya system does not require test pads and can be programmed from CAD software.

Furthermore, in order to gain an early advantage, Syntech's test team took the decision to use Itochu's test programming service for their system.

According to Steve Harris, Business Development Manager at Syntech Technologies: "This service from Itochu enables us to gain maximum benefit from our flying probe test system, utilising the experience and skills of Takaya-dedicated technicians, while our own staff are being trained on the system and software".

Graham South, Itochu's Takaya Business Development Manager, is pleased with the approach taken by Syntech Technologies.

"The opportunity not only to provide Syntech Technologies with the Takaya 9411 but also assist with our dedicated test programming service demonstrates the depth of support customers can expect from us".

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