Programmers and IC Testers
Universal device programmers support a wide variety of programmable devices in addition to the capability of testing digital ICs. They are used to program new chips as well as copy chips for backup or repair. Universal programmers support PROMs, EPROMs, EEPROMs, Flash Memory, PAL, GAL, EPLD, CPLD, FPGA, Microcontrollers, and more. These devices are powerful, versatile, and simple to use.
IC testers are used to test integrated circuits. They test a wide range of ICs, including TTL and CMOS logic ICs, as well as test dynamic memory and statistic memory. These functions allow users to detect defective ICs. One of the common uses is quality assurance in manufacturing. IC testers come in a variety of sizes and styles.
EPROM Erasers are also available. They are high intensity UV lamps that efficiently erase EPROM chips in approximately 7 to 15 minutes. These small, durable devices contain a conductive foam pad to protect the chips from harmful electrostatic charges. Also, a UV light indicator and safety interlock switch prevent the user from accidental exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
Programmers and IC Testers Applications
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Program programmable ICs
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Test TTL and CMOS logic ICs
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Test dynamic memory and statistic memory
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Detect defective ICs
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Identify unmarked and house-coded devices
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Detect intermittent and temperature related faults
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Display diagnostic information for individual pins
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Quality assurance in manufacturing
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Copy chips for backup or repair
Key Features of Programmers to Consider
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Stand-alone or remote PC-Controlled
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100-250 AVC internal switch-mode power supply (no fan required)
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Built-in expandable memory for large data storage
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True low voltage program
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Project load and save feature ties and saves job statistics to the individual operator
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Operating commands: Blank, Read, Program, Verify, Erase, Secure, Auto File formats i.e. Intel Hex, Motorola S-records, Tektronix Hex, JEDEC, POF, ASCII Hex, all Binary file formats
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Synchronous and asynchronous operations supported for two or more connected programming units
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File download and upload
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EPROM Auto ID, device auto-sensing, and device insertion check
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Split programming for memory devices
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AUTO command for multi-chip programming
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Supported devices include NAND FLASH, EPROM, EEPROM, FLASH memory, GAL, PEEL,EPLD, CPLD,FPGA, Serial PROM, Parallel PROM, CMOS PROM, Microcontrollers
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USB interface for high-speed data transmission
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Supports Windows 98/Me/2000/NT/XP
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Current limiting protects hardware circuit from improperly inserted or defective chips and operation errors.
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Built-in editor for both buffer date and test vectors.
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MACRO commands support batch mode operation.
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Automatically configures for host parallel port (LPT1,LPT2,LPT3)
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On-board FPGA for extremely fast communication
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External AC power transformer
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Approved by CE laboratory to meet CE requirement
Key Features of IC Testers to Consider
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Loop Test
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Auto-Search
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Self-Diagnosis
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Over-Load Protection
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Measures 1800 Kinds of Device
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0.8 second Average Search Time
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Powered by battery or DC Power Adapter
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Supports Op-Amps, Comparators, Special Function Devices, Transistor Arrays, 8 to 16 pin Devices
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Supports 74/40/41/44/45 Families and 14 to 24 pin Devices
Key Features of EPROM Erasers
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Small and durable
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Contains a conductive foam pad to protect the chips from harmful electrostatic charges
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UV light indicator and safety interlock switch to prevent the user from accidental exposure to ultraviolet radiation
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Timer for automatic shut-off after each erasing cycle
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Simultaneously erase up to 40 twenty four pin EPROM's