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Test handler that picks up electronic devices for testing and an orientation-changing apparatus for use in a test handler

US9618573B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 22, 2015
Grant dateApr 11, 2017
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Expiry dateApr 9, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01R1/00
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A test handler comprises an orientation changing device having a device holder for holding electronic devices, the device holder having a vertical rotary axis. A conveying device is operative to convey electronic devices to the device holder, and a rotary motor connected to the device holder is operative to rotate the device holder about the vertical rotary axis to change an orientation of the electronic device held on it. A rotary turret of the test handler has a plurality of pick heads arranged on the rotary turret, and each pick head is configured to pick up electronic devices from the device holder.

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