Patent ID: 6072326
Filing Date: 2000-06-06
Classification: G01R

Abstract:
A system for testing a semiconductor component comprising:a test board in electrical communication with test circuitry;a carrier configured to hold the component comprising a base comprising a plurality of first contacts, and an interconnect on the base comprising a plurality of contact members in electrical communication with the first contacts configured to establish temporary electrical connections with a plurality of second contacts on the component; anda socket on the test board comprising a plurality of electrical connectors in electrical communication with the test circuitry configured to electrically engage the first contacts, and a mating camming member configured to move the electrical connectors to permit insertion of the base into the socket with a zero insertion force, or removal of the base from the socket with a zero removal force,the socket and the test board configured for use with a second base and a second interconnect for testing a second component different than the component.