摘要 |
The present invention generally relates to testing of IC devices, and more specifically to a contact (11) for a test socket (1) for interfacing pads/leads (21) of the IC devices (2) with a printed circuit board (3) of a test handler. The contact (11) comprises a contact body (12), a first arm (13) adapted for electronically engaging the pads/leads (21) and a second arm (14) adapted for electronically engaging the corresponding terminals (31) on the printed circuit board (3). The first engaging means (15) is provided with a sliding means for improved sliding action between the contact (11) and the pads/leads (21). The sliding means enable a single contact to be used for various IC devices and also protects the pads/leads (21) and contacts (11) of the test socket (1) from damage and extensive wear.
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