PCB & Electronic Test

Test fixture kits and test probes for the entire testing process

Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are the heart of every electronic assembly. They must be contacted reliably, precisely, and with repeatable accuracy during the testing process.
This is no longer just a matter of standard rigid PCBs.

Modern printed circuit boards must transmit high currents and frequencies, dissipate heat efficiently, and withstand extreme temperature loads. OSP (organic solderability preservative) coatings, which improve corrosion protection but make electrical contact more difficult present an additional challenge. The same applies to new applications with flexible printed circuit boards: the combination of reduced thickness and high flexibility makes it difficult to use conventional contacting solutions – specialised technologies are required here.

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Trusted test methods for PCBs and electronic assemblies

Depending on the test strategy, scope, and assembly design, different methods are used – often in combination – to obtain a comprehensive overview of the condition of the assembly. With components from INGUN, the following test methods can be reliably implemented:

In-circuit test (ICT)

During in-circuit testing, all components on the printed circuit board are tested individually. The aim is to detect any assembly, soldering, or electrical faults at an early stage. Test points integrated into the printed circuit board design enable precise contact with spring-loaded test probes.

Typical test criteria and error patterns:

Continuity, open connections, capacitance, inductance
Missing, incorrectly soldered, or defective components
Short circuits and conductor track interruptions
Defective semiconductor components (short circuit, interruption, incorrect polarity)

Functional circuit test (FCT)

The function test checks the overall function or partial function of an electronic assembly. The subsequent operating environment is simulated in order to realistically assess the electrical behaviour. Contact is made via existing interfaces and accessible test points.

Typical test criteria and error patterns:

Voltage, current, power, frequency
Brightness, colour, image and speech recognition
Temperature, pressure, movement
Functional errors without clear root cause

Test fixture kits and test probes – the perfect match

For reliable test results, all components in a test fixture must be perfectly in sync. INGUN supplies you with all components required for DUT-specific customisation – from a single source and in the highest quality.