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Reliable, Precision-engineered Tools to Fit Your Budget & Your Needs

The Micromanipulator Company is proud to be an industry leader with a reputation for designing trailblazing products that provide test labs across the globe the tools they need to produce the products of tomorrow.  From personal preferences, measurement equipment interface requirements, application demands, or budget, our large selection of probe stations lets you find the ideal system for your needs that can be upgraded when necessary.  

Moreover as semiconductor wafers have grown in size over the years, our team has responded by designing probe stations capable of handling larger wafers with the utmost precision.  In fact our inventory includes some of the highest performing manual and semi-automatic probe stations available on the market today, and is designed to optimize system users’ results and budget.

This also includes accessories that enhance your system’s capability such as a probe positioner with the highest stability available on the market and features direct leadscrew lead nut drives and ergonomic designs.  Additionally our thermal chucks lead the industry with the broadest available temperature range and the most advanced, non-operator dependent performance available on the market.  Our probe holders are adeptly designed to address applications ranging from general purpose DC characterization, high speed, wide bandwidth, to low current and high power. 

Another benefit to buying from an industry leader is our products are available globally and we have sales offices and reps on every major continent.  Micromanipulator also helps to protect purchases with extended warranties and preventive maintenance programs as well as full support services.  

Known around the world for design verification; device modeling and characterization; design and market FA; process verification; quality control and more, Micromanipulator has the products you need for your success.  We want you to know our philosophy and success lies in the fact that right from our company’s beginning, we have put customer satisfaction first and make a point to listen and learn from them.  Please visit our website to learn more about our products, our company and our services.   

At Micromanipulator, we not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but are still the top name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  A key part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Looking for cutting-edge tools? Buy from one of the world’s top test probe manufacturers.    

Picoprobes from the World Leader in Microwave Probes

At The Micromanipulator Company, we have spent decades inventing and manufacturing the tools our customers require for a wide range of testing needs.  Our areas of expertise is comprised of leading edge applications ranging from low current, to high speed testing including: low current / low noise measurement; failure analysis; high and low temperature characterization; C-V measurements; sub-micron probing; ESD wafer level testing; laser cutting and more.  

Our Picoprobe® series probe holders are manufactured by GGB Industries, Inc. and designed for probing applications of very high frequency (> 3GHz or microwave), low capacitive, and loading or high input impedance probing.  Models available in GGB’s picoprobes include the T-4 Series Tungsten and the ST-Series Solid Tungsten, with our most popular models being the PP12C; the PP18 and the PP34.  We do recommend using a Micromanipulator’s WAVE100 or WAVE200 RF/Microwave style probe positioner equipped with the appropriate probe link arms and cables when using our microwave probe heads.  

Along with our picoprobes, our accessories include a full line of probe tips, probe positioners, thermal chucks, probe card holders and more.  Also our probe stations are available in Specialty, Semi-automatic, High-performance, General-purpose Manual, and Economy Manual models.  Together, Micromanipulator products meet the needs of most wafer testing applications including general purpose DC characterization, high speed, wide bandwidth, and low current and high power.  

All of Micromanipulator’s products are available with extensive warranties and full support.  Our products have grown with the industry, and we have made it our business to listen and learn from our customers.  Micromanipulator also makes it simple to find the perfect tool to meet not only your personal preference and application demands but your budget as well. Please contact us for more information or to request a quote.  Our team is ready to help you put together a system.   

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are leaders in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. For a wide selection of probe stations and accessories including thermal chucks, probe holders & tips, and probe positioners, please see our website.         

Get the Best Value for Your Money with Our Refurbished Tools

If you are looking for the best analytical tools on the market but are afraid the cost may be prohibitive, please consider our refurbished tools that still carry the Micromanipulator name but are more affordable.  These products may be from our active product upgrade and trade-in program, or products we have used for demonstration purposes.  Regardless they offer significant savings over the cost of brand new models as well as the assurance of factory warranties, and support and performance guarantees.    

One current probe station on our website is the Model 6200 series, which is Micromanipulator’s most widely used probe station by any manufacturer.  The compact, reliable prober is compatible with our line of quality accessories including probe positioners, thermal chucks, probe holders and tips, and offers an excellent, economical foundation on which to build a complete probing system.  Features include a permanently planarized stage & vacuum chuck; coarse & fine stage translation controls X & Y; and fine and fast lift platen controls in Z.  The refurbished 6200 also offers an independent microscope lift and compound microscope.  In fact you will find this is an excellent example of the stability, precision and ease of use Micromanipulator has built its reputations on.

Additionally we have a refurbished, exclusive H1000 Hot Chuck available that is suitable for all Micromanipulator probe stations.  For -65° to 400°C temperature ranges, and up to 300mm versions, our H100 thermal chuck has a high planarity, low expansion design.  With configurations ranging from coaxial to triaxial, high power, probe station or stand alone, the host programmable H1000 is a proven platform.  

The Micromanipulator Company constantly acquires demo and refurbished equipment that can save you thousands on probe systems.  However while we try to add current tools to the website; the best way to find out about all available options is to contact us with specifics about your testing needs.  From there we will try to find just what you need.  Our team looks forward to hearing from you.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of the company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Contact us to find out more about trusted tools including probe stations, thermal chucks, microscopes, probe positioners, and more. 

Buy Your Analytical Probing Tools from a Company with a Record of Success!

With a history that includes inventing analytical probing in 1956, to today, where we have established a significant global presence with a substantial product installation base, we are proud to have the support of our customers.  One reason behind our success is not only our precision-engineered products but a laser-sharp focus on customer service and support.  In fact, Micromanipulator’s philosophy has always included the belief that our success is based on the success of our customers.   

Of course none of this would be possible without a team with the expertise and foresight to deliver tools that let customers produce the innovations of the future.  Our many industry firsts include pioneering the integration of thermal chucks with probe stations as well as introducing the broadest temperature range and most advanced, non-operator dependent performance available on today’s market.  In fact our exclusive H1000 series thermal wafer chucks offers the best planarity and lowest noise as well as the lowest cost of ownership.   

We are proud to provide a system approach that removes the “burden of performance” on users, and lets them focus on their data, not the prober.  Micromanipulator also makes it easy for customers to outfit their probe stations to meet the demands of the application with vibration isolation, thermal management, and materials selections as well as flexible, open architectures.  Our selection includes high-quality microscopes, light and noise shields, vibration isolation, DC and RF measurement hardware and a probe positioner that meets all your needs.  

We invite you to visit our website for contact information and for assistance in purchasing reliable, high performance tools from an industry leader.  Micromanipulator looks forward to helping you put together the optimal system for your needs.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Please contact us to learn more about our wide range of probe stations and accessories such as thermal chucks, probe holders, and probe positioners.         

Meet Our Proprietary, Exclusive Thermal Chucks

The Micromanipulator Company is proud of the fact that the semiconductor industry has trusted us for 65 years to design, engineer and manufacture all of the tools they count on. Our extensive history and expertise allows us to be a huge asset in our customers’ success today; as we look forward to addressing tomorrow’s semiconductor testing needs for many years to come.  

So why buy a Micromanipulator thermal chuck?  Perhaps it has something to do with the fact that we have been manufacturing thermal chuck systems for more than 40-years!  In fact our background includes not only pioneering the integration of thermal chucks with probe stations, but we continue to lead the industry with the broadest available temperature range and the most advanced, non-operator dependent performance available on the market today. 

Features of the Micromanipulator H1000 Thermal System include the best planarity at temperature, a sputter platinum surface, and the best isolation at temperature.  Configurations include Coaxial, Triaxial, and High Power.  It is host programmable and offers probe station or stand-alone capabilities.  The H1000 is ambient to:  400°C;   0° to 400° C;   -65° to 400° C.

Highlights also include fast ramp rates, and a cooled radiator that improves safety and stage integration.  Our thermal chucks are upgradeable as your needs change and support 150 to 300 mm wafers in coaxial or triaxial configurations.  Choose an AC heating supply for fast heating when chuck noise in the femtoamp level is not needed, or a DC heating supply to achieve the very lowest level measurements.  In addition there are three cooling options.  The most economical is the C1000 simple heat exchanger (HE) cooling for high (above ambient) testing and offers rapid cool down of the chuck after a heat cycle is finished. The C1000 zero degree option is for testing to zero degrees C.  The third choice is the HC1000 high performance cooling system to test at temperatures down to -65 degrees C.

While headquartered in Carson City, Nevada, our products are readily available to customers across the globe.  We have sale centers located throughout the USA, Canada and Mexico as well as Asia, Europe, the Middle East and South America.  Therefore regardless of your location, we have area sales reps available to help you purchase our high-quality products.  Contact us to learn more.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are the leading name in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. Check out our website for more details on our thermal chucks, probe stations, probe holders & tips, and probe positioners.        

Our Manual Probe Stations Offer VALUE and RELIABILITY

The Micromanipulator Company is known throughout the world for designing and manufacturing state-of-the-art analytical tools for the semiconductor industry including the 2210-LS Application Board / Probe Station and the VERSA Modular Probe System.  We are also proud of our excellent line of semiautomatics, motorized and manual probe stations.   

In terms of our manual models, they include the 8060, 4060, and 450PM, and offer customers both the best price-performance as well as cost-of-ownership.  They each start with the precise, dependable mechanics the Micromanipulator brand is built on, and gives users an exceptional value with stable, reliable probing performances and flexible designs.  

For example, the 8060 offers the highest performance available in a 6 – 8” (150 – 200mm) manual analytical probe station on the market today.  Designed for ease of use, the 8060 is suitable for demanding applications such as high and low temperature probing, very low current and voltage probing, and sub-micron target probing to the limits of visible optics.  When needed, the 8060 can be configured with an integrated environment that supports dark, shielded or dry probing.  

Once you settle on a probe station, we make it easy to outfit it with quality accessories and consumables that best meet your personal preference, measurement equipment interface requirements, application demands, and budget.  Our line of probe holders includes active; high frequency; Kelvin; and varying sizes of integrated probe holders along with male coaxial and triaxial connectors to connect to measurement instruments.  Probe positioners / manipulators, vibration isolation tables, camera systems, microscopes, light and noise shields, and DC and RF measurement hardware are some of our other accessories.   

We invite you to visit our website for detailed descriptions of all of our probe stations as well as much more information regarding our accessories.  If you need further guidance, our talented engineers are more than happy to answer questions and can help put together a system to meet your needs.    

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of the company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Visit our website for more info on how to outfit your probe station with a thermal chuck, probe holder, probe positioner and other accessories to enhance performance.       

Accessories Expertly Designed for Both Application Needs & Personal Preferences

At The Micromanipulator Company, our goal is to design, engineer and manufacture the tools our customers need for their success now and in the future.  The result is a wide range of analytical probing equipment for design verification, device modeling and characterization, design and FA, process verification, and quality control.  

To ensure timely deliveries and the utmost convenience for Micromanipulator’s customers, many of our consumables and accessories are available for purchase at our online store.  Products include a selection of probe holders, probe tips, and probe positioners as well as our economy brand, the Mechatronics ACE probe stations and accessories.    

At present, our online store offers a selection of probe holders that address a variety of applications ranging from general purpose DC characterization, high speed, wide bandwidth, to low current and high power. Our probe holders also vary in costs to meet every budget, and feature pin jack, spring load, or set screw tip insertions in single wire models.  We offer a variety of coaxial, triaxial, coplanar, certified triax or Kelvin configurations.  

One popular choice is the 72 Series that works with any of our manipulators as well as our 7-series tips that can be ordered separately.  The holder’s lead wire terminates in a circular eye connector with an approximately 1/16 inch (1.6mm) hole for connection to measurement instruments.  The malleable body allows you to shape the probe holder as needed and comes with a choice of body lengths from 1 - 4 inches.  Please email us if you need another length.   

You can also purchase one of our probe positioners through our online store.  Ranging in features and cost, options include our 425 Model, which is recommended for probing < 1-micron targets.  It has a compact footprint, left/right neutral controls at the rear of the manipulator and a choice of vacuum or magnetic base.  

As you can see, we have made it easy for customers across the globe to safely and securely order the type of products they need to support their success through our online store.  Please visit our website to learn more.    

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are leaders in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. For one of the most comprehensive selections of probe stations, thermal chucks, probe holders and probe positioners on the market, please see our website.     

Discover a Wide Variety of Tools for Virtually Any Wafer Probe Testing

The Micromanipulator Company specializes in designing and manufacturing efficient system configurations with a selection of probe stations and accessories for basic to cutting-edge applications.  Offering system level probing and high performance, our manual, motorized and semi-automatic probe stations are also available to meet a range of budgets; and regardless of your needs, system users trust the Micromanipulator brand to deliver.  

An example of our ability to address the varying needs of the semiconductor industry, our R&D encompasses a broad range of capabilities including: low current / low noise measurement, failure analysis, and high and low temperature characterization.  You will also find tools to support device reliability analysis such as Interconnect, EM, HCI, Charge Pumping, NBTI, PBTI, and TDDB as well as high speed digital analysis and high frequency testing up to 200GHz.  

Customers trust Micromanipulator’s reliable probers for C-V measurements, sub-micron probing, ESD wafer level testing, laser cutting, and high power device analysis.  In addition to enhance your system’s capabilities, we offer thermal chucks that can handle testing from -65C to 400C.  Also if you need a sub-micron probe positioner, ours are equipped with a high performance probe head.

In other words, Micromanipulator has pretty much whatever you need, and if you don’t see what you need, please contact us to talk to one of our engineers.  In fact, we believe the metric of our success is measured by that of our customers’, and is core to our corporate values and what drives our business.  Thus we help customers to put together the optimal system for their needs and then support them throughout the entire design-to-production continuum from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test.  Please visit our website for more information regarding our probe stations, accessories, consumables and Micromanipulator’s history as an industry leader.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are leaders in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. For a broad selection of probe stations and accessories including thermal chucks, microscopes, probe holders & tips, probe positioners and more, check out our website.        

The Industry's Best Analytical Tools are Available Globally

At The Micromanipulator Company, we have an impressive range of expertise that includes: low current/low noise measurement, failure analysis, high and low temperature characterization, device reliability analysis, high speed digital analysis, ESD wafer level testing and much more. By offering our customers a specialized, custom approach with a broad range of options, we make it easy to put together the best system for your needs with our selection of probers and innovative, and in some cases, exclusive accessories. 

In addition, our tools are available to customers across the globe as we have regional sales and support representatives in the U.S., Canada and Mexico as well as throughout Europe, Asia, Russia, and the Middle East.  Many of our products including probe holders, probe positioners, and probe tips are also sold through our online store and shipped to anywhere in the world as are our best value Mechatronics Ace manual probe stations.  Designed for basic probing functionality, they provide the reliability and expertise the Micromanipulator name has long been known for and offer a choice of accessories and consumables for seamlessly integration.  

If you have questions regarding our products, we welcome calls from current customers as well as new customers and you will find phone numbers and email addresses on our website.  During our regular business hours, we also have an online Chat Service for immediate help.  Furthermore you will be able to speak to our talented engineers who have helped to design our products and can not only answer questions but help you put together a system perfect for your application needs, budget needs and personal preferences.  Micromanipulator has been around since 1956, and our history positions us to be an asset as we look forward to addressing tomorrow’s semiconductor testing needs. Please contact us to learn more.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  We invite you to contact us to find out more about our wide range of probe stations as well as quality accessories such as probe holders & tips, thermal chucks, probe positioners, and more.

Meet the Highest Performance Manual 150mm-200mm Wafer Prober on the Market

At The Micromanipulator Company, we carry a full-line of reliable, precise probe stations that range from the world’s most versatile true system level prober with above and below ambient temperature capabilities to the Mechatronics ACE that offers basic functionality at a low cost.  Our exceptional selection includes semi-automatic, motorized, and manual probers that are designed to meet virtually any application need.  

One example of our expertise is the Model 8030 200mm manual probe station.  As the highest manual performance on the market, it is the perfect combination of efficient use with a consistent, accurate electrical and mechanical performance.  In fact the 6-8” model has gained recognition across the globe for ease of use in demanding applications including very low current and voltage probing, high and low temperature probing, and sub-micron target probing to the limits of visible optics.    

We also give you plenty of choices to outfit the 8060 to your application needs and personal preferences with our full line of accessories and consumables including a left/right neutral (all controls are at the rear) probe positioner with a vacuum or magnetic base.  We also have an extensive inventory of probe holders such as the malleable Model 72 Series with a 1-4 inch shaft and set screw probe tip holder as well as coaxial, triaxial, high power and Kelvin models.   In addition we have a large selection of quality probe tips.  

Another exclusive product from Micromanipulator is the H1000 series thermal chuck, which leads the wafer probing industry with the best planarity, lowest noise, and lowest cost of ownership.  At Micromanipulator, we are known for our many industry’s “firsts” including the invention of analytical probing way back in 1956.  Please visit our website for more information.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  We invite you to contact us to learn more about our wide range of probe stations and accessories such as probe holders, tips, thermal chucks and probe positioners.

Micromanipulator's 3mm Semi-automatic Probers

The Micromanipulator’s high performance 300mm, semi-automatic P300A and P300L probe stations offer the industry’s best low current, sub-micron & temperature performances along with a standard coaxial chuck that is upgradable to a thermal and triaxial chuck.   Features include leadscrew – leadnut stage and platen drives; and a large magnetic stainless steel platen with plenty of room for multiple manipulators and/or a probe card as well as a removable wedge for easy loading and sample access.  The high stability microscope bridge supports all high resolution, long-working distance microscopes.  

In addition programmable axes are also controllable via our netProbe7 software that is included and offers users robust and intuitive navigation along with an easy-to-install setup.  It includes Setup modules, extensive GUI featuring Navigation, Wafer Map, Sub-die and Video applications and Router app for GPIB connectivity to provide users with full functionality and a whole range of high level features.  

The Navigator module gives users complete inter-active navigation control of stage, platen, theta alignment, pattern recognition and microscope.  The Wafer Map module offers programming as well as step and repeat functions.  Also the prober’s motorized controls are conveniently placed at the front of the station to allow simple manual control of the semi-automatic station whenever programmability is not needed. Moreover if your application requirements change, we can move you into a fully automatic probe station if needed.

With the P300A and P300L, you will get drivers for popular testers from companies such as Keysight, Keithley, and LabVIEW.  The probers are configurable for DE, R, Microwave, and high power applications.  They may also be configured with a local dry / shielded / dark environment “Top Hat” for low level or low temperature, frost free probing.  In addition three temperature ranges are supported:

• Ambient (room temperature) to 300C 
• 0C to 300C
• -55C to 300C

Please visit our website for more information on our semi-automatics as well as our manual and motorized models.  We pride ourselves on offering tools for virtually any application or budget and our accessories include probe positioners, thermal chucks, probe holders and more.  We look forward to hearing from you.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  We invite you to contact us to learn more about our wide range of probe stations as well as thermal chucks, probe holders and tips, probe positioners and more.

Micromanipulator Makes it Easy to Get the Ideal System

At The Micromanipulator Company, we strive to provide customers with the tools they need from a broad inventory of stock items or customized ones; along with all the detailed information and expertise to ensure accurate test results.  Our long history includes not only inventing analytical probing way back in 1956 but continuing to grow alongside the industries we serve.  Today our products have a worldwide reputation for reliability, quality and precision.   

To ensure you get the perfect system for your application and your personal preferences; our talented team is ready to help.  In addition our website provides technical specifications and information on each product and the applications they are best suited to.  We also provide printable pdfs and brochures that highlight the many features of our probe stations such as the configurable temperature ranges to practical information like actual dimensions of the equipment.  

For outfitting your probe station, we engineer and manufacture top-of-the-line accessories and consumables that seamlessly integrate with our probers and enhance system capabilities.  These include probe card holders, light tight enclosures, thermal chucks for -65C to 400C testing, video accessories, and manual / motorized probe positioners all competitively priced.  Along with our Micromanipulator brand, we offer Mechatronics ACE Manual probe stations for basic probing functionality, which leverage Micromanipulator expertise and designs, are easy to use and learn, and available at industry leading prices.

As a Micromanipulator customer, you will enjoy a consultative sales experience backed by our seasoned Micromanipulator engineering staff, assuring convenient, efficient system configurations for critical probing applications. You can also feel confident purchasing our products as they come with factory warranties and backed by the Micromanipulator name.  As a proud American-based company headquartered in Carson City, Nevada, customers around the globe have come to depend on the industry’s most reliable products.   If you have any questions, please contact our talented engineers via email or give us a call.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are leaders in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. For the best selection of probe stations and accessories on the market including your choice of a probe positioner, probe holder, or thermal chuck, please visit our website.

Ask About Special Packaged Discounts on Mechatronics

The Micromanipulator Company has always been quick to respond to the varying needs of our customers.  One of those moves was to introduce our Mechatronics brand a few years ago as a way to answer the needs of those who do not require the most cutting-edge tools but rather looking for a reliable, low-cost probe station for basic probing applications.  We think Mechatronics ACE does just that as it not only leverages the extensive expertise of the Micromanipulator brand but ideally meets many of our customers’ research and budget needs.  

The ACE is sold in discounted pre-configured packages that include single wire, coaxial and triaxial configurations.  Its footprint is compact at just 22” wide by 24” in depth and weighs in at a solid 150lbs with vibration dampening feet that ensures the best isolation in its class.  With stage controls on the station exterior to avoid the probes and your test, its stage is vacuum stabilized and platen has space for 10 manipulators.  

Some of the accessories for the Mechatronics ACE prober include a choice of a left or right magnetic based manipulator / probe positioner; and a trinocular scope with a magnification range of 10.5X-67.5X and an LED ring light with intensity control.  We also offer a solid brass probe holder with 4″ malleable center section, and ACE cameras designed for seamless integration.  And don’t forget about our probe tips available with a bendable shank and tip that are ideal for general purpose probing.

ACE probe stations are competitively priced and in stock for fast delivery.  In addition please contact us to learn about Specially-priced Package Discounts on our Mechatronics probe stations.  Please visit our website to learn more; and we look forward to finding you the best products for your needs.

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of the company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Contact us to learn more about our exceptional line of probe stations and accessories such as probe holders, probe tips, chucks and probe positioners.

Looking for the Lowest Cost on Quality Probe Tips?

At The Micromanipulator Company, we know that probe tips are a common consumable necessary for the analytical probing of many products, which is why we design our tips to meet virtually any test specification.  As Micromanipulator’s tips are used in Failure Analysis, Product Development, and Research Departments, we want to reward our customers with a great deal when they buy in bulk.  However our unique promotional plan allows you to avail yourself of the same great discount whether you receive your probe tips all at once or buy as needed throughout the year.  

To get an idea of how many tips you buy each year, we suggest you search your records for past purchases of probe tips, probe needles, or probe pins to see what kind of savings your company would realize by consolidating these purchases.  Then it is up to you to either buy them in bulk or to simply submit a blanket purchase order that covers a one-year term and order smaller quantities throughout the year at the discounted price.  

One of our most popular choices is the Tungsten Model 7B designed for general probing purposes.  Made from a single piece of tungsten wire, it has a 20mil (05mm) diameter and an overall length of 1.4 inch (35.5mm).  It is also available in gold plating as well as a larger tip radius.  Since the probe tip is made from pure tungsten, which is relatively hard and stiff, and therefore not easy to cut or bend, we recommend ordering the 7G if you require a shorter probe.  Standard price for the 7B is $105 for a box of ten probe tips.  Once you commit to a bulk order, your price goes down to $75 for 25+ boxes to as low as $60 for an order of 100 boxes or more.  The following type of discounts is available with our other models including the 7A, 7S, 7X, 7H and more.   

To learn more about our program, we encourage you to contact us by phone or use our email links on our website.  For more than 60+ years, we have used our extensive expertise to provide customers the products they need to succeed.  We look forward to hearing from you.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of the company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Need a probe holder, chuck, probe positioner, or tips? Contact us for information regarding our full line of accessories.

Buy Quality Accessories from the Industry's Top Manufacturer

The Micromanipulator Company consistently delivers the most cutting-edge analytical probing equipment for design verification, device modeling and characterization, design and FA, and process verification to the semi-conductor industry.  Headquartered in Carson, NV, we design, engineer and manufacture a full line of probe stations as well as accessories such as chucks, probe holders and tips, and probe positioners to help you configure a perfect system for your application, budget and personal preference.  

The most efficient way to buy a Micromanipulator probe positioner, probe holder or probe tips is at our online store.  In terms of probe holders you will find models that address applications including general purpose DC characterization, high speed, wide bandwidth, and low current and high power.  Our inventory includes coaxial, triaxial, high power, high frequency, Kelvin, and designs with integrated tips in a range of configurations and price-points to meet any budget. 

Micromanipulator’s probe positioners are stabilized by a vacuum or magnetic base and are used to support the probe holder. Our range of models includes manual, motorized or programmable versions. In order to permit different probe holder shank widths to be firmly attached to the manipulator, a collet and collet shaft are used. To make sure you have all the tools you need for your setup, collet shafts are included with our probe positioners, and applicable collets with each of our probe holders.   Each probe positioner/manipulator offers the highest stability on the market and features direct leadscrew lead nut drives and ergonomic designs.

Please visit our online store to view all of the products available to safely and securely order from anywhere in the world, and at any time.  If you need assistance with an order or would like us to help you put together a complete system, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you.  With 60 + years of experience in the field of analytic probing, we have made it our business to listen and learn from our customers and to design the products that meet their needs.

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are leaders in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. For one of the best selections of probe stations, probe holders, thermal chucks, probe tips and probe positioners on the market, please visit our website.

Take a Look at Our Patented 2210-LS

When you visit The Micromanipulator Company’s LinkedIn page, you will find a video of our state-of-the-art 2210-LS Application Board Probe Station.  As the world’s most versatile probe station, the patented 2210 is a micron level probe station designed for testing application boards, chips or individual die with temperature.  In addition it can be used just as easily to test traditional wafers.  

By marrying the probe station to an application board, benefits include high magnification imaging, high resolution probe placement and temperature capability.  Its flexible design allows you to customize your station for most any analytical probing scenario such as double-sided probing, magnetic stimulation and atmospheric as well as high voltage and high frequency.  

The 2210’s two stainless steel platens glide easily toward your sample and are simply locked into place during testing.  Along with accommodating vacuum or magnetic probe positioners, it offers easy access to cable connectors for ideal data acquisition.  The built-in vibration isolation ensures your data is not wrongly influenced.  

Users will also appreciate the intuitive sample window that lets you change your test area while maintaining the dark and dry environment even while testing below ambient.   The microscope has the same ease of movement as it travels the entire sample area.  Moreover if you need dual sided visualizing and probing, just ask and we can help you.  

The model 2210-LS additionally offers a patented thermal chamber, which envelops your device with precision; and lets you test in its complete operational mode.   While we offer an 18” x 18” thermal chamber with temperature ranges from -40°C to 125°C, if your needs extend beyond these parameters, let us know as we are happy to discuss other solutions.  Please visit our website to learn more about the 2210-LS Model as well our other high-quality probe stations, chucks, probe holders and tips, probe positioners and more.     

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are leaders in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. We offer a wide selection of probe stations and accessories to outfit your probe station including a probe holder, chuck, and probe positioner to suit your budget and preference.

Our Website Offers Lots of Resources Including Informative Application Notes

The Micromanipulator Company brings decades of experience to the designing, engineering and manufacturing of a wide range of state-of-the-art tools.  Our team is also just as committed to providing real solutions and helpful tips to common problems encountered by our customers to ensure their success in effectively using the products.  One example of the excellent resources available on our website is our Application Notes that include helpful tips and suggestions for: 

• CV Probing
• Identifying Low Current Probing Problems
• LCR Measurements With 4284A
• Low Current Probing Basics
• LTE and Vibration Isolation Table Integration
• Proven Techniques for Thermal Probing   

You will find inside our “Identifying Low Current Probing Problems” Application Note the reassurance that when you use the right tools and the proper setup, analytical probing at very low (femtoamp) current levels can be achieved reliably and without anxiety.  We explain how common equipment and setup problems can show up as characteristic distortions as well as create problem “signatures” with the data.  We also believe that many of the problems users encounter stem from the fact that up to now there has been very little information available on how to properly evaluate equipment as well as how to setup the probing application.  Because of this, it has led to a misunderstanding of the effect this has on low current probing, and confusion in how to troubleshooting the problem.  

Please visit our website to read through our various Application Notes for troubleshooting suggestions, tips, and useful information to help you succeed.  If you have specific questions about your application, please contact us to talk to one of our knowledgeable engineers.  While on our website, browse through our large inventory of probe stations, thermal chucks, probe tips, probe positioners/manipulators, and more.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  Part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customer satisfaction. Along with one of the best selections of probe stations on the market today, we have probe positioners, probe tips and holders, chucks and more.           

Looking for Specialized Tools? We have the Expertise to Deliver!

The Micromanipulator Company has a wide assortment of reliable, accurate analytical probing tools available to customers across the globe.  For the most efficient, timely service, our online store offers many of Micromanipulator’s most sought after products including coaxial, triaxial and Kelvin (single point dual wire) probe holders, high frequency probe positioners, probe tips, and more.  If you are looking for basic functionality as well as low cost, check out our Mechatronics ACE probe stations that can also be purchased at our online store.  

Our broad selection of over 90 probe tips means you are sure to find what you need as they are designed for low resistance, high power, low current, high frequency, durability, and high or low temperature contact optimization.  So whether your application demands high volume production support, a high value critical FA return, or somewhere in between, we have what you need. One example is the 7G Series Customizable Probe Tips, which are available online and sold in a box of 10.  Designed for general purpose probing, with a bendable shank and tip, it is just like the 7B but with a shorter overall length.  The 7B Tungsten, also designed for general purpose probing, offers lots of versatility such as gold plating and a choice of larger tip radiuses.  

The Micromanipulator’s 72 Series Probe Holder is another example of the various customized options of our quality tools.  The malleable probe holder has a 1-4 inch shaft and a set screw probe tip holder available at our online store.  Moreover if you need another length, just give us a call or email us.  We also offer a highly versatile probe positioner with our 450 / 550 Series High or Low Profile Manipulators that has left or right hand versions and a choice of vacuum or magnetic base.  

For a complete list of products, please visit our website.  You will find we have an Online Chat service available during business hours and all of our contact information.  We look forward to helping you find the best tools for your needs.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we are leaders in the field and reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semi-conductor industry depends on. Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to our customers’ satisfaction. For one of the most comprehensive selections of probe stations, chucks, probe holders & tips, and probe positioners, please visit our website.           

Tools with Full Support & Upgrade Paths

At The Micromanipulator Company, our comprehensive approach includes providing customers not only the tools they need to succeed but the on-going support to keep them at optimal performance.  As a leading manufacturer of probe stations and accessories, we believe customer satisfaction starts by listening and learning from the industry in order to design state-of-the-art tools that address ever-evolving needs.  

Today, Micromanipulator’s system level analytical probing tools are used by top testing labs across the globe for device modeling and characterization, design verification, design and market FA, process verification, quality control, and more.  Thus our broad range of probe stations allows you to not only meet application needs but to meet budget and personal preferences.  In addition Micromanipulator’s large inventory of high-quality accessories and consumables will also meet your measurement equipment interface requirements as well as budget.

The Micromanipulator team knows it is important for system users to have reliable tools that perform as promised and produce data that can be counted on.  We also know that sometimes your needs change, which is why we offer probe stations that are upgradeable as well as upgrade paths even for obsolete tools to make sure your system keeps up with your needs.  In addition to protect your investment, we offer extended warranties and preventive maintenance programs, and as a global company, we can provide support wherever you are located.

Our areas of expertise include: Low current / low noise measurement; Failure Analysis; High and low temperature characterization; Device reliability analysis – Interconnect, EM, HCI, Charge Pumping, NBTI, PBTI, TDDB; High speed digital analysis; and High frequency up to 200GHz.  We also specialize in C-V measurements, Sub-micron probing, ESD wafer level testing, and Laser cutting.  For more information visit our website and use our Chat Line, give us a call or email us.  Our team looks forward to helping you put together an ideal system for your needs.    

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  Our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  Please contact us to find out more about our exceptional line of probe stations and other accessories including thermal chucks, probe holders and probe positioners.      

We Offer a Choice of Quality Probe Stations for Probing 300mm Wafers

Whether your application requires the versatility of the world’s most advanced semiautomatic wafer prober, or you prefer the high performance and full capability of a cost-effective semi-automatic probe station, The Micromanipulator Company has a 300mm model for you. We also have selections for companies that need to probe whole 300mm wafers, but don’t require a semiautomatic probe station for large volume tests.     

If you need advanced options and versatility, we recommend taking a look at the 2210-LS Application Board Probe Station that is designed for <200mm, 200mm, and 300mm wafer probing, and system level/packaged part.  With a manual system control, the 2210 probes decapsulated IC’s, wafers, and large boards, all at temperature and is -40C to 125C configurable.  

If you are looking for a great value in a semiautomatic, the Micromanipulator P300L is built with your application and budget in mind and can be incrementally upgraded as needed.  Thus while the P300L comes standard with a coaxial chuck, it is thermal and triaxial chuck upgradable.  It also offers a wide range of testing applications and reliability as well as precision.

For applications that require a high-performance probe station, Micromanipulator’s P300A Semi-automatic fits the bill.  Designed for low current and sub-micron applications, the P300A is the most stable, intuitive, and space efficient 3mm probe station on the market.  It comes with a comprehensive software suite, a standard coaxial chuck (thermal & triaxial chuck upgradeable) and features a single-point ground and dry/dark environment.

Our P300J Motorized Manual Probe Station not only offers the highest performance but is the most stable, intuitive, and space efficient manual 300mm analytical probe station on the market today.  Designed for low current, sub-micron positioning applications, it features a fA current resolution; sub-micron motorized positioning, and a standard coaxial chuck (thermal & triaxial chuck upgradable).  

Please visit our website for the probe stations’ full technical specifications.  Also we offer an Online Chat service available for immediate help during business hours or give us a call or email.  Our team looks forward to hearing from you.  

Micromanipulator not only invented analytical probing in 1956 but we remain the leading name in the field.  As such we reliably deliver the tools and life cycle support the semiconductor industry depends on.  As part of our company’s philosophy and what drives our success is an unfaltering commitment to customers’ satisfaction.  We look forward to helping you build a system complete with a probe positioner; chuck; probe holder; and other accessories to meet your needs.