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Description
Cascade PM8 Probe System for Precise Analytical Probing
The Cascade PM8 Probe System is a highly stable and ergonomic 200 mm manual probing platform, purpose-built for analytical probing applications where measurement accuracy and flexibility are critical. From device characterization and failure analysis to RF/mmW, sub-THz, and MEMS testing, the PM8 delivers repeatable, precise performance for today’s advanced semiconductor needs.
Superior Stability and Precision
At the heart of the PM8 is a granite base, engineered to minimize vibration and enhance stability during probing. Its independent coarse X-Y movement combined with fine submicron adjustments allows researchers and engineers to achieve excellent repeatability, with a 1 µm separation stroke for precise contact control. This makes the system ideal for sensitive probing tasks requiring consistency across multiple devices and wafers.
Flexible Configurations for Multiple Applications
The Cascade PM8 is designed for versatility, offering reconfigurable setups for DC, RF, mmW, FA, WLR, and opto-engineering applications. Users can integrate a range of accessories including thermal chucks, motorized positioners, high-performance microscopes, and dark boxes. Its 40 mm platen height adjustability enables easy adaptation for different test environments, while fast transitions between wafer and package testing maximize lab efficiency.
Dual-Side Probing Capability
An advanced feature of the PM8 is its double-side probing option, which provides access to both the frontside and backside of the device under test (DUT). This capability supports specialized applications such as light measurement with integrating spheres, fiber-optic setups, and pressure module testing, making it a powerful tool for opto-electronic and MEMS device characterization.
Ergonomic and User-Friendly Design
The PM8 emphasizes ease of use with a low-profile, ergonomic design that ensures comfortable operation during long sessions. Quick navigation, intuitive stage adjustments, and seamless wafer handling allow engineers to focus on measurement accuracy rather than setup complexity.
With its balance of stability, flexibility, and ergonomic design, the Cascade PM8 Probe System is the ideal solution for labs requiring high-precision, upgradeable wafer-level probing across a broad range of advanced semiconductor applications.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Wafer Size | 200 mm |
| Base Material | Granite base for high stability |
| Movement | Independent coarse X-Y movement with fine submicron adjustment |
| Repeatability | 1 µm repeatable separation stroke |
| Applications | DC, RF, mmW, Sub-THz, FA, WLR, MEMS, Opto-engineering |
| Platen Adjustability | 40 mm height adjustability |
| Accessories | Thermal chucks, motorized microscopes, dark box, positioners |
| Probing Options | Double-side probing (frontside and backside DUT access) |
| Usability | Low-profile, ergonomic design for easy and comfortable operation |
| Upgradeability | Configurable platform with future expansion options |
