Patent ID: 6091256
Filing Date: 2000-07-18
Classification: G01R

Abstract:
A probe apparatus for use in testing an electronic device having connection points formed thereon, said probe apparatus comprising:a support member having a generally planar support surface;a generally planar elastic probe member having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the probe member comprises a substrate having fingers projecting from the distal end of the probe member, wherein the fingers have conductors with contacts formed thereon for connection with the connection points of the electronic device, wherein each of the fingers has one or two conductors each having a contact formed thereon; andat least one attachment member attaching the probe member at its proximal end to the support member with the probe member in contact with the support surface, wherein the probe member has a mechanical ground positioned away from the fingers towards the proximal end, wherein deflection resulting from contact between the probe member and the electronic device is shared between the fingers and a portion of the substrate not including the fingers.