ISOPAK Carriers offer a unique dual-material composition for extraordinary protection and easy testing

Since 1982, R.H. Murphy Co., Inc. has been synonymous with innovation in plastics engineering. The culmination of that leading-edge experience is our family of patented ISOPAK carriers--devices so good they're changing the way manufacturing professionals think about semiconductor handling. With ISOPAK technology on your side semiconductor product visibility and quality assurance soar. Engineers agree R.H. Murphy's ISOPAK carriers are the best method available today to meet the demands of exacting 'test in carrier' procedures.

What is ISOPAK?
ISOPAK carriers are an innovative approach to housing ICs in a safe bi-material environment offering static dissipation and lead isolation. In essence, ISOPAK carriers function as dynamic housings that allow virtually umlimited access for testing and diagnostics. The result is superior device protectlon and extremely high accuracy in testing. ISOPAK carriers have been consistently rated as a preferred method to safely house and test ICs throughout demanding post-manufacturing processes, keeping them secure until they're needed at the sub-assembly stage of your operation.

How do ISOPAK Carriers work?
Quite simply, by isolating ICs from harmful static discharge and protecting their delicate components from careless handling. To accomplish this, ISOPAK carriers are comprised of two components:
1. A Conductive Material (S.R. <10⁵ ohms/square) is used in the Carrier Frame and Cover (if required), and
2. An Isolating Material (S.R. <10¹⁰ ohms/square) is used where device leads are supported.

The conductive material dissipates triboelectric charges which develop when the carrier moves across any surface. Both materials are assembled to form a sturdy one-piece carrier. The IC rides safely ensconced within the carrier, yet remains accessible for electronic evaluation. ICs can be loaded into the carrier immediately after pin straightening and stay there throughout the entire testing, burn-in, labeling, packing, and shipping processes. The result is a sharp reduction in problem-prone manual handling, and a dramatic increase in quality assurance.

Readily accommodates automatic testing
Our carriers use a precise orientation scheme, based on the IC's lead layout, to properly position the device for testing. Consistent lead spacing provides a reduced tolerance range which facilitates 'pick and place' test head link-up operations. The result is a more finely tuned method of implementing precision auto-test procedures.

ISOPAK Carriers combine protection with device access
Triboelectric charging is the major cause of device failure. To prevent static buildup and potentially destructive triboelectric charging, ISOPAK carriers utilize a volume conductive material that acts as a static dissipator. When used in conjunction with a safe, non-conductive material--to isolate the semiconductor's sensitive areas from inadvertent electrical contact--an ideal balance of protection and accessibility is achieved. With this kind of precision engineering, it's easy to see how ISOPAK carriers stop the problems of bridging, leakage, crosstalk, and bleeding before they start.

Standard-compliant design
Where appropriate, ISOPAK carriers incorporate JEDEC Standards to ensure smooth operation in automated environments. In today's world of ultra-precise manufacturing processes, semiconductor carriers from R.H. Murphy Co. are part of the solution, not part of the problem.

ISOPAK Carriers: So unique, they're patented!
Our ISOPAK Carriers are special, and the United States Patent Office agrees, granting Patent No. 5,012,924. That means you can get authentic ISOPAK protection only from the leader in IC Carrier design, R.H. Murphy Co.

Wide range of carrier types fit many applications
Whether you need to accommodate standard PGAs, intricate 'Quad' configurations, or diminutive transistor outlines, R.H. Murphy Co. has an ISOPAK carrier that's right for the job. For example, we offer over 20 different variations of our 2.75-inch ISOPAK PGA carrier alone!

Custom programs available
R.H. Murphy Co.'s design team is ready to take on the most demanding challenges for your unique product requirements. If you need a customized carrier design, consult us. We have the answers.

R.H. Murphy Co., Inc.: Innovation since 1982
When it comes to plastic application engineering, injection-molded trays, and semiconductor carriers, R.H. Murphy Co. has the ideas that are right for the times. And when there's a better, safer, more efficient way to provide plastics-related semiconductor solutions, you can count on R.H. Murphy Co. to make it happen.