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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 28, 2009
Filed:
Jul. 07, 2006
Cory R. Kostuchowski, Stacy, MN (US);
Dennis B. Shell, Webster, MN (US);
Brian K. Warwick, Ben Lomond, CA (US);
Cory R. Kostuchowski, Stacy, MN (US);
Dennis B. Shell, Webster, MN (US);
Brian K. Warwick, Ben Lomond, CA (US);
Other;
Abstract
An actuator device applies force to an integrated circuit package to enable temporary contact between a plurality of contacts on the integrated circuit package and to a set of test contacts carried on a contactor support. A cover is hinged at one side, and rotates to position that allows an actuator element to apply force through a lead backer to the integrated circuit package or its leads, pressing the integrated circuit contacts against the test contacts. A latch opposite to the hinge holds the cover in the closed position. An interlock mechanism may be provided to prevent operating the latch unless the actuator element has withdrawn the lead backer from the integrated circuit or its leads, thereby preventing damage to components.