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May FAQ - Test and Qualification

Written by Integra Tech | May 7, 2025 5:21:25 PM

MAY 2025

Test and Qualification

Testing and qualification are critical processes in the semiconductor industry, ensuring that each component meets stringent performance, reliability, and safety standards before it reaches the market. These processes involve a series of rigorous evaluations designed to verify the functionality and durability of semiconductor devices under various conditions. By conducting comprehensive tests, manufacturers can identify potential defects and address them early in the production cycle, thereby reducing the risk of failures in the field. Qualification further validates that the devices can withstand the operational stresses they will encounter in real-world applications, such as extreme temperatures, humidity, and electrical loads. This not only enhances the overall quality and reliability of semiconductor products but also builds trust with customers and regulatory bodies by demonstrating compliance with industry standards.

Take a look at some of our most frequently asked questions:

 

Q:  Which products are eligible for Test and Qualification?
A:  We perform Test and Qualification on almost all EEE devices including microcircuits, discrete semiconductors, passives, connectors, magnetics, and filters among others.

  • We perform Test and Qualification per various standards including MIL-PRF 38535/ MIL-STD 883 / MIL-STD 19500/ MIL-STD 750 /MIL-STD 202 / PEM INST-001 / EEE INST-002 / MIL-PRF-55342 (Resistors) / MIL-PRF-28861 (Filters) / MIL-STD 1344 (Connectors) / MIL-O-55310 (Crystals) / MIL-C-55361 (Inductors) / MIL-T-27 (Transformers/Inductors) / MIL-R-39016 (Relays) / AEC -Automotive.

Q:  Do you have DLA Lab Suitability for various Electrical Test and Qualification tests?

A:  Yes! Please review our Lab Suitability registration here

Q:  What technologies do you support for Test and Qualifications?
A:  We support:

  • Technologies such as RF - SiGe, GAS, GAN, digital, mixed signals, CMOS, Bi-CMOS, and ECL.
  • Products including FPGAs, microprocessors, DSP, microcontroller, graphic processors, communications ICs (Ethernet, DSL, Base Band, Networking), Consumer (games, digital audio, digital TV, set top box); System-On-a-Chip (SOC), High Performance ASIC, DAC, ADC, Op Amps, Comparators, Switches, Multiplexers, Interface, Discrete, Arrays, all kind of Memory devices including SDRAM, DDR3 and DDR4, SRAM, SSRAM and NAND Flash.

Q:  What type of PEM Qualification does Integra perform?
A:  We offer PEM Qual evaluation services including: Screening, Qualification, Package Thermal Management, Construction Analysis, DPA and FA and can evaluate all EEE products including Discretes, Passives, Linears, Memory, FPGA, SERDES, Microcontrollers, A/D, D/A, Inductors, Magnetics & more.

  • Integra has performed the most PEM and Copper bond wire quals than any other independent test lab.

Q:  Where do you perform Test and Qualification?
A:  We have extensive Test and Qualification capabilities at our Kansas and Milpitas facilities.

  • We have the largest Test Engineering group in our test services domain industry with 26 test development engineers & 55+ total technical staff including product engineers. The DPA and failure analysis portion of the Qual are performed at our Wichita facility.
  • Integra has developed over 20,000 test programs during our 40 years in test services business.

Q:  What are typical Test and Qualification equipment do you use?
A:  Equipment:

  • Automated Test Equipment (ATE) for functional testing. Integra has 35+ different ATEs that allow us to test various part types.
  • Qualification, we have multiple life test ovens, HAST, THB, Temp Cycle, Pre-Conditioning, Thermal Shock, Leak Testing, Burn-In, SEM, SAM, Real Time X-ray and Life Test.

Have more questions? Let us know: sales_inquiry@integra-tech.com
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