Test and Measurement

The TP-108 is manufactured from spring tempered phosphor bronze flat wire using a proprietary process that yields a long life and absolute durability. The use of flat wire provides a larger surface area of mounting, important when considering the mechanical stresses a common to the testing process. The standard TP-108 Test Point has a .0001 minimum matte tin finish over .0001 nickel underplate, is available in .0001 minimum silver over .00005 minimum copper, and is compatible with the reflow soldering process. Units are supplied in tape and reel format on 7' reels for automatic placement systems. The tape format is 8mm wide by 4mm pitch. Black conductive carrier tape conforms to the ANSI/EIA-48 I standard. Offered in Matte Tin and Silver Plated options.

The TP-105 series test point offers a functionally superior alternative to other means of board level trouble shooting, particularly .025" square header posts. While featuring a loop profile for positive test probe retention, this product is available in any combination of positions, from one to forty, at .100" centers and fits in the popular .035" diameter hole size. The above board profile is substantially below that of headers and other devices used as test points. Thus, a re-fit can be accomplished without any printed circuit board layout re-design costs, while significantly reducing test point height and improving function. Visibility and identification are significantly enhanced by the choice of ten standard colors for the TP-105 series, representing all of the variations of the industry color code. The TP-105 may be purchased pre-cut to any specified number of positions from one to forty. Mounting leg design insures positive retention in the circuit board during soldering operations.