ATE Test Probes -

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Spares/Accessories

Wrap/strip/unwrapping hand tools

Two versatile tools which make attaching a wire onto wirewrap receptacles easy. These tools will strip the wire and wrap it neatly as well as unwrapping any wiring that needs to be altered. WHT26M is suitable for the larger 26 AWG and provides a 'modified' wrap. The WHT30 provides a standard wrap for the more common 30 AWG wire size.

Gram force dial gauge

A pocket-size dial gauge for identifying the initial and working spring force of unknown test probes. Using a paddle style flat feeler, the instrument permits measurements in both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions and has a secondary 'maximum' pointer. Supplied in a clear plastic storage case with instructions. Capacity: 250g - 25 - 250g Please contact us for other capacities.

Engineers dial calliper

A pocket-sized, low-cost dial calliper ideal for measuring probe tip diameter, receptacle height and plunger travel. Manufactured from high quality engineering grade plastic which will not scratch delicate items, this calliper is ideal for factory technicians. Capacity 100mm, metric graduations with resolution down to 0.1mm.

Receptacle Insertion

Receptacle Insertion Tools (RIT) are for inserting the receptacle into the hole without damage. In some ranges an adjustable tool is available which can be set to the required mounting height by use of a locking allen screw. The height required can either be set using a spare receptacle or by setting up the tool on an adjacent installed receptacle.

Receptacle Removal Kits

For the removal of A.T.E. receptacles which are either worn or broken. Three kits are available to make a once difficult job very easy. A separate kit is required for each standard test centre spacing. Each kit contains a tool to initially set the receptacle flush and another tool to punch the receptacle all the way through the hole. Standard Coda-Pin receptacle insertion tools are required to install the new receptacle.

Tungsten carbide drill bits

Ideal for drilling holes for receptacle or probe installation. Suitable for most materials the standard flute length is 10mm. A few of the sizes have an option of longer flute length for thicker probe plate material.
Please contact us for any other sizes.

Probe removal hooks

For the removal of headed probes in the LPA2, ELPA2, PA4, LPA4 and ELPA4 series from crowded test fixtures. Only for head sizes 1.2 to 2.0mm.

Probe insertion tools

These PIT's allow the installation of certain series of test probes into their receptacles with less risk of damage by handling.

This series is used to check manufacturing defects on PCBs without applying power to the device. The system is fitted on both the top and bottom side of the test fixture either using plug-in spring probes or foam blocks.

An alternative to Testjet, which uses similar methods to make the test. However, the spring probes fit to the amplifier PCB by means of a plunger tip spring fitted onto a screw thread. This allows more compliance during operation.

Used in ATE fixtures to detect reversed polarized capacitors during PCB tests. Capacitor types can be electrolytic, tantalum or aluminium in both axial and SMT. We can supply either spare parts or the finished assembly for easy fixture maintenance.

Insulated head probes are used for circuit board component lead detection and testing. The insulating tip is raised slightly higher than the metal serrated tip. During test, if the component lead or connector pin is set correctly, the electrical contact will be made. Pins absent or misaligned will cause the insulator to make contact first and fail the test.

How to Use

• How to use Insulated Head Probes  

A useful series of devices for measuring the travel at any probe position in a test fixture. After the PCB is fully down onto the probe field, the indicator probes remain compressed. The change in length indicates the travel. Do not insert into the receptacle by pressing on the plunger!.