What are the benefits of spring contact probes? Spring Contact test probes are equipment which is used as test connector-cable systems. These equipments create an electrical connection between the object to be tested and the testing system. Primarily deployed for electrical testing of connectors, printed circuit boards, cables, and various other electrical components and assemblies these instruments prove instrumental in the connection between two electrical circuits or boards. These contact probes are made up of a tubular barrel, a spring and a plunger. There are many varieties of tip styles and different spring pressures that ensure the best contact with the test surface. Benefits of Spring Contact Test Probes •
Small initial outlay
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Contact can be changed quickly
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Ideally suited for signal lines and currents
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Contact Spacing from 0.4 mm
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Low maintenance costs
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Available with floating mounting on request
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Extensive standard product range.
These probes are available for various applications: Used as a threaded probe to provide a secure fit. Used for the test of wire harnessing. Used for high current applications and designed for very small probe resistance. These probes can be used as special probes with integrated switch elements, mainly used for presence. Radiofrequency probes – Special spring contact probes are used to transmit high-frequency signals. Typical Tip Styles and Applications of Spring Contact Test Probes – Conical Tip Style: Universal tip style with different angles for contacting solder pads and holes. 4-point Crown Tip Style: For pad surfaces and soldered pins.