How easy is it to move from the original IG-XL platform, the J750, to the newest IG-XL platform, the UltraFLEXplus, and why would anyone want to do that? To make a conversion to UltraFLEXplus worthwhile, one must achieve lower cost of test through higher site counts and faster throughput by taking advantage of features of the UltraFLEXplus PACE Architecture. Furthermore, conversion needs to be as automated as possible using available tools.

This paper will discuss a successful J750Ex to UltraFLEXplus conversion for a power management device. We provide an overview of the conversion goals, the differences between the platforms that needed to be addressed, the available tools that facilitated conversion, and the challenges faced during the conversion process. On the hardware side, we discuss how instrument alignment to requirements affected DIB design considerations. On the test program side, we discuss workbook, pattern, and VBT conversion strategies. Lastly, we discuss how the project was able to meet its COT and correlation goals, providing a guideline for future, similar conversions.