Huntron Access DH Probe Kit (98-0655) Instructions

The Huntron Access DH uses spring loaded probes for making contact with test points. Various
probe styles are available depending on the type of components tested. These probes are
commonly used in bed-of-nails fixtures and are readily available from a large number of
manufacturers. Since the probe fits into a specific receptacle, only specific probe sizes can be
used. The receptacle is press-fitted into the probe holder. It is a widely used industry standard
size, so finding probes that fit into this receptacle should not be a problem. Manufacturers of
these probes and the receptacle specifications are listed at the end of this section.

Generally, quality probes like those supplied are rated at 1,000,000 cycles minimum. The life
expectancy depends on proper use and maintenance of the probe. We recommend that you
change the test probe at least once a month.

This kit provides 50 mill and 100 mil probes. To get the 50 mill probes closer than 100 mils, in
Huntron workstation set the DH Minimum Spacing to 50 mils in Tools->Options->Hardware.

Probe Kit Contents

07-2106 PROBE TIP GENERAL PURPOSE 100 MIL
07-2111 PROBE TIP CONFORMAL COATING 100 MIL
07-2120 PROBE TIP SURFACE MOUNT 100MIL
07-2196 PROBE TIP SURFACE MOUNT 50MIL
20-1092 BAG, ZIPLOCK 2X3
20-1103 BOX, 4 5/8 X 3 1/2 X 1 1/4"
21-2605 INSTRUCTIONS DUAL HEAD PROBE KIT
98-0112 DRILL BIT, #56
98-0113 PIN VISE
98-0604 DRILL BIT, #72
98-0690 PROBE PLATE WITH RECPT 100 MIL DH
98-0691 PROBE PLATE WITH RECPT 50 MIL DH

Replacing the Probe Tip

Use the needle nose pliers supplied with the Huntron Access DH tool kit to pull the probe out of
the receptacle. It is not necessary to remove the probe holder to do this. Simply grip the probe tip
with the pliers and pull straight downward. The probe should come out easily.

Important Note: Changing the probe tip or plate will cause the distance from the
center of the probe to the center of the camera to change. Always perform a
Camera Offset after changing the probe tip or probe plate.

Replacing a Broken Probe Tip

If the probe tip is broken, follow the steps below:

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It is not necessary to disassemble any parts for this operation. The probe tip may break off from
the probe holder in such a way that you are unable to remove the entire part with needle nose
pliers.

A small drill bit and handle are provided to assist you in removing what remains of the probe tip.
Simply rotate the drill bit into the remaining probe part a few revolutions and when you feel
some resistance, just pull downward. The rest of the broken probe will come out. For 100 mil use
the 98-0112 #56 drill bit. For 50 mil use the 98-0604 #72 drill bit.

Replacing the Probe Plate

Turn off the Access DH. Referencing figure 1, use a Philips screwdriver supplied with the
Huntron Access DH tool kit to remove the screw holding the wire to the Probe Plate. Remove the
plate and the lock washer behid it from the block. Insert a probe tip in the receptacle on the new
plate. Put the wire lung then the plate and then the lock washer on the screw. Seat the plate in the
block and tighten the screw. Pull the Z1 and Z2 close together and verify that the two probe tips
are parallel. Loosen the plate screw(s) to adjust and then retighten.

Figure 1

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Probe Styles
Five of each of the following probes are included in this kit. The Access DH ships with teo Probe
Tip Surface Mount (Huntron P/N 07-2120) installed.

Probe Tip Conformal Coating (Huntron P/N 07-2111)

Tip Spear Probe

Very high spring force probe used for testing

contaminated boards or conformal coatings. Not
recommended for uncoated boards.

Fine pitch devices can also be tested with this

probe.

QA Technology part number: 100-PRN2531U-S

Probe Tip Surface Mount (Huntron P/N 07-2120)

4 Point Tapered Crown Probe

This probe is used to test leads, land and pads on

densely populated boards.

Best for small pad or SMD testing

(Tip diameter = 11 mils).

QA Technology Inc. part number:

100-PRP2554S

Probe Tip General Purpose (Huntron P/N 07-2106)

30 Degree Spear Point Probe

Use this probe for testing land pads and plated through
holes. The spear point penetrates thin layers of
oxides or contaminates.

This probe has extended length for densely packed

components.

IDI part number ICTL100-M-5.7-G-S or SR25B-6.3D

QA Technology part number: 100-PRG4061X-S

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Probe Tip Surface Mount 50 Mil (Huntron P/N 07-2196)

4 Point Tapered Crown Probe

This probe is used to test leads, land and pads on

densely populated boards.

Best for small pad or SMD testing

(Tip diameter = 11 mils).

QA Technology Inc. part number:

QA Technology part number: 050-PTP2514H

Probe Receptacle Information

The general specifications for the probe receptacle, which is press fitted into the Huntron Access
probe holder, are as follows:

The IDI part number of the 100 mil receptacle is R-25-SC (Huntron P/N 07-2109).
The IDI part number of the 50 mil receptacle is R-50C-WW-025 or 100211-007 (Huntron P/N
07-2197).

Manufacturers of Contact Spring Probes

Interconnect Devices, Inc. (IDI)

5101 Richland Avenue
Kansas City, Kansas 66106
Phone: (913) 342-5544 FAX: (913) 342-7043
http://www.idinet.com

QA Technology Company, Inc

110 Towle Farm Road,
Hampton, NH 03842, U.S.A
Tel: (603) 926-1193 - Fax: (603) 926-8701
http://www.qatech.com

*Probe manufacturer part numbers are subject to change. To order from Huntron, please use the
Huntron part number.

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