Document version: 1.0 Applicable standards: IPC-9252 (Requirements for Electrical Testing of Unpopulated Boards) and internal DFM rules Last reviewed: [Date]
A: No. For accurate resistance measurement, you need two separate contacts per node. Use two adjacent KMGDs spaced 2.54mm apart. kmgd test point
| Feature | Legacy Test Point (Mechanical/Jig) | KMGD Test Point (Optical/Smart) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | High (moving parts) | None (non-contact) | | Setup Time | Hours to Days | Minutes (software configuration) | | Data Output | Manual logs | Digital, real-time stream | | Versatility | Fixed to one part geometry | Programmable for multiple part types | | Speed | Limited by mechanical speed | Limited only by processing speed | Document version: 1
The KMGD is shipped in tape-and-reel packaging (typically 13-inch reels with 1,500 to 2,500 pieces). This allows pick-and-place machines to mount it alongside resistors and capacitors, eliminating manual assembly steps. | Feature | Legacy Test Point (Mechanical/Jig) |
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