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Microelectronics testing is used to validate new designs, tune
manufacturing processes, and guarantee reliability of
finished products. We measure the mechanical properties and
failure mechanisms of microelectronic components and devices.
Explore the sections below to find out more about microelectronics
testing, our capabilities and our family of test systems.
Used to verify strengths of adhesives and connections used in the
manufacture of microelectronics devices. Applications
include die shear, adhesive peel, micro bend, and indentation.
Used to mimic the in-service performance of finished components.
An example of this is a mobile phone keypad, where the force
required to make electrical contact should be low enough for easy
operation, but sufficiently high to avoid mistaken keystrokes.
Circuit boards and devices are subject to both mechanical and
thermal fatigue cycles in use. Mechanical fatigue testing can be
performed to mimic mechanical stresses. In addition, thermal stresses
can be simulated, reducing the need for lengthy thermal cycling
tests.
Often there is a need to evaluate the performance of electronic
assemblies and fasteners under torsional loading. Instron has a
low torque torsion tester which provides an ideal platform for such
testing.
The performance of microelectronic components under non-ambient
conditions is crucial. Temperature, humidity, and pressure
can all be controlled and monitored. Mechanical forces can be
simultaneously exerted to mimic in-service conditions.
Many electronic devices are prone to damage from shocks and impact.
Instron has a range of equipment which will enable
investigation of these effects.
Instron produces a wide range of specialized heating systems
for operation in the microelectronics and semiconductor
industries. Systems range from clean room compatible wafer annealing
to custom designed 1500C silicon carbide wafer processing.
Specific products include wafer annealing furnaces, pre-heating stages,
optical pyrometer calibration furnace and tantalum capacitor
production furnaces.
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