Advantest Dynamic Test Handler

Advantest Corporation today announced its new M6242 dynamic test handler, boasting the industry's highest throughput of 42,200 units per hour for high-volume production test of memory devices such as DRAM. The handler will be available from May 2008 and will also be on display at the "Advantest Tour de Force 2008" exhibition to be held at the Tokyo International Forum, June 3-5.

Pricing Pressure on DRAM Memory Devices Heightens
General-purpose DRAM is being used not only as the main memory in computers, but also for the storage of digital information in electronic products such as flat-screen televisions and mobile phones. It is expected that demand will continue to rise sharply as new consumer-driven market populations expand. Along with this growing demand, however, falling computer and consumer electronics prices are leading to increased pricing pressures for manufacturers of memory devices, and creating a very competitive environment. To combat this trend, DRAM manufacturers have long been pressing for a test solution that cuts the cost of test for high-volume DRAM production, and Advantest's new M6242 dynamic test handler addresses this need.