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Fusion CX Mixed Signal

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What it is

The LTX / Credence Fusion CX is a mixed-signal tester used in semiconductor manufacturing.[1][2][3]

How it works

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The Fusion CX operates as an automated test equipment (ATE) platform that applies electrical stimuli to a device under test (DUT) and measures its responses against specified limits.

The tester houses a configurable set of instrument boards that generate analog waveforms and digital patterns simultaneously, enabling concurrent testing of both domains.

Where it fits in the process flow

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The Fusion CX is used in the final test stage of wafer fabrication, after devices have been fully processed and diced, to screen devices for functional and parametric performance.

The Fusion CX can also be employed in wafer-level probe testing, where a probe card contacts individual die on an intact wafer before singulation.

Applications

For wafer-level testing, the Fusion CX can interface with an 8-inch wafer prober.[1][2]

What do the numbers mean?

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Wafer size
8 inch[1]
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Configuration & options4

Make
LTX / Credence[1]
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Model
Fusion CX[1]
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Equipment type
Mixed Signal Tester[1]
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Vintage
2003[1]
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Frequently asked questions

What types of devices are typically tested on mixed-signal ATE systems?General reference — not yet source-verified

Mixed-signal ATE systems are used for devices that combine analog and digital circuitry, such as ADCs, DACs, audio codecs, sensor interface chips, and power management ICs.

How does a mixed-signal tester differ from a purely digital or purely analog tester?General reference — not yet source-verified

A mixed-signal tester integrates both precision analog instruments (like digitizers and waveform generators) and high-speed digital pattern generators, with synchronized timing to test interactions between analog and digital domains on a single device.

What is the typical test sequence for a mixed-signal device?General reference — not yet source-verified

The test program applies specific analog stimuli and digital patterns to the DUT, measures the outputs through multiple channels, and compares results against limits for parameters such as gain, offset, linearity, and digital logic levels.

Why is calibration important in mixed-signal testing?General reference — not yet source-verified

Calibration ensures measurement accuracy across the tester's analog channels and compensates for drift in components, which is critical for verifying tight analog specifications.

Can mixed-signal ATE be used for wafer-level test?General reference — not yet source-verified

Yes, some mixed-signal testers can be configured with wafer probers to test devices while still on the wafer, though final test of packaged parts is more common.

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The following facts about the Fusion CX Mixed Signal are absent from this record as of this revision. First-hand knowledge or a citation closes a gap; every submission is reviewed before publication.

  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Fusion CX Mixed Signal are on record.

    Answerable by: OEM historical records or a trade-press announcement

  • No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the Fusion CX Mixed Signal are on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM product catalog or an engineer who ordered or specified the tool

  • The control-system platform and OS era of the Fusion CX Mixed Signal are not on record.

    Answerable by: an engineer who operated it or OEM installation records

  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the Fusion CX Mixed Signal are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the Fusion CX Mixed Signal is not on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM datasheet or a fab qualification report

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