| — Patented Off-Center Tomosynthesis technique delivers the industry’s highest image resolution for 3D Automated X-Ray Inspection (AXI), produces best-in-class lead-free defect exposure and enables simplistic in-line automation.
North Reading, MA -- March 23, 2005 -- Teradyne, Inc. (NYSE:TER)
a leading manufacturer of high-performance board assembly test and inspection solutions, today announced an innovative breakthrough in 3D X-Ray imaging technology for detecting PCB (printed circuit board) solder and production defects. Paul Groome, manager of Teradyne’s AXI products group, said, “The beauty of our ClearVue™ X-Ray technology lies in the increased quality, efficiency and simplicity it brings to Automated X-Ray Inspection. Both quality managers and production line controllers will benefit from its unique ability to identify material issues more quickly and with absolute certainty.”
Using a patented Off-Center Tomosynthesis imaging technique, the ClearVue X-Ray technology is ideally suited for densely packed single or double-sided boards that use BGA-style components and when loss of electrical or optical access is problematic. Compared to laminography and other 3D X-Ray techniques, ClearVue X-Ray technology’s superior image clarity, diagnostic capabilities and full board coverage better exposes solder (including lead-free) flaws that are otherwise overlooked. More importantly, ClearVue X-Ray technology is expected to enable Teradyne to manufacture and sell the industry’s highest fault coverage in-line X-Ray test and inspection solutions.
ClearVue operates using a stationary X-Ray source and detector and, unlike conventional 3D X-Ray Test systems, does not require complex or rotating mechanical parts. The result is significantly lower false call rates (promising up to 40 times improvement over existing 3D X-Ray solutions); improved reliability, better repeatability and improved cycle times.
More technical information about ClearVue X-Ray technology is available online at www.teradyne.com/axi/clearvue. Viewers can register for an online demonstration and technical presentation of Teradyne’s innovative ClearVue X‑Ray technology.
About Teradyne
Teradyne (NYSE:TER) is a leading supplier of Automatic Test Equipment, and interconnection systems. The company's products deliver competitive advantage to the world's leading semiconductor, electronics, automotive and network systems companies. In 2004, Teradyne had sales of $1.8 billion, and currently employs about 5,900 people worldwide. For more information, visit www.teradyne.com. Teradyne® is a registered trademark of Teradyne, Inc. in the US and other countries. All product names are trademarks of Teradyne, Inc. (including its subsidiaries) or their respective owners.
Editorial Contact:
Peter Predella
Teradyne Asssembly Test Division
978.370.1401
peter.predella@teradyne.com
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