linear IC tester

[uriahsky]

I would like to build an analog IC tester.  I imagine an external IC socket attached to an NI card.  I want to construct functional tests for some common linear ICs.Yes, I am a Noob.  Is there a NI DAQ card that can do what I need?  Or do I need to put a bunch of PXI or PCI cards together?  What about the PCI-6259?  Between that and Labview can I build something that can do this?    Thanks for the help.

Russ

[Christian Mergl]

It depends on what exactly do you need to test.

Number of I/Os (digital, analog)?

voltage levels?

signal frequencies?

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Christian

[uriahsky]

Can  I generalize a little.  Up to 24 pins. 

Chips such as:Operational Amplifiers, Comparators, Operational Amplifiers/Comparators, Voltage Regulators, Voltage References, Analog Switches/Multiplexers, Transistor Arrays, Optoisolators/Optocouplers, DACS/ADSC, Special Functions ICs, Virtual Grounds, Audio ICs.  Not all of them.  Just some of the most common ones. 

Here are some specs from another tester.

Test parameters: Supply voltage 2V to 10V IC dependent
Op amp gains open loop, 1,2,11,46
Stimulus 0 - 10V, 8 bits, 330R source
Sense 0 to 10.5V, 12 bit, >1M load

If you were to test an Op Amp Like an LM389.  Can a NI DAQ board provide all of the voltages and currents along with the ability to interrupt the results so to be able to create a test where you can confirm that it is operational?  Or do I need to buy aPXI - DMM, a scope, a signal generator, etc. 

Any helpful advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Russ

[Christian Mergl]

I would suggest to use a SMU (4130) in combination with a Switch.

However the best way should be to contact your local NI Office and talk to one of the Internal Sales Represantives about your application, they can give you the best help.

Thanks,

Christian