Teradyne, Inc.
Device for testing a printed circuit board

Abstract:

An example apparatus includes a block configured to connect mechanically to a circuit board. The circuit board includes a first conductive path running to a first electrical contact on the circuit board and a second conductive path running to a second electrical contact on the circuit board. The first electrical contact and the second electrical contact are arranged in an area of the circuit board. The block includes a component having a surface that is configured to cover at least part of the area. A conductive layer is attached to at least part of the surface. The conductive layer is for creating a short circuit between the first electrical contact and the second electrical contact following connection of the block to the circuit board.