Micromanipulator
550 Probe Manipulator
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The Micromanipulator 550 Probe Manipulator is a probe manipulator. The Micromanipulator 550 Probe Manipulator is categorized within the Test & Probe equipment category.[1][2]
What it is
How it works
General reference — not yet source-verifiedA probe manipulator typically mounts on a probe station or a platen and carries a single probe needle or a probe card. The manipulator provides fine X, Y, and Z adjustments, and often a theta rotation, to position the probe tip onto a target pad. The operator observes the operation through a microscope and uses micrometer-driven stages to achieve gentle contact. The manipulator may include features such as vacuum hold-down or magnetic bases for secure mounting.
Applications
General reference — not yet source-verifiedApplications of probe manipulators include measuring current-voltage characteristics, direct-current and radio-frequency device characterization, on-wafer parametric testing, reliability studies, and failure analysis. Probe manipulators are used to contact both bonded and unbonded devices, and can be used with various probe tip materials and styles.
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No specifications for the 550 Probe Manipulator are on record.
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- [1]Equipment inventory listing
- [2]550 Probe Manipulator — Micromanipulator | Specs, Sourcing & Service | Waferpedia — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
Last updated Sep 29, 2026.
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