Signatone
S-460
The Signatone S-460 is a 6-inch semi-automatic probe station designed for a variety of wafer probing applications including microwave, low-current, and thermal probing. The Signatone S-460 uses a proprietary linear induction motor and an optical feedback positioning system to control the wafer stage.[1][2]
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What it is
How it works
The S-460 incorporates a proprietary linear induction motor and an optical feedback positioning system to drive and control the wafer stage. All systems include automated wafer stepping controlled via Signatone Solutions Windows software. Motorized theta with a quick two-point align feature is standard.[1][2]
Optional features include programmable motorized microscope movement, auto focus, computer aided probes, on-screen video, and a joystick/thumbwheel control unit.[1]
What can it run?
Process applications and technology nodes documented for this tool.
- Microwave probing
- Low current (femtoamp) probing
- Thermal probing
- Design/debug
- Failure analysis
- Product engineering
What do the numbers mean?
Wafer handling3
- Wafer stepping
- Automated wafer stepping controlled via Signatone Solutions Windows software[1]
Optics & imaging1
Control & software1
Configuration & options2
Vintage & configurations
Control-system eraWindows[1]
Where are the manuals?
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Frequently asked questions
What type of wafer stage drive does the S-460 use?
The S-460 uses a proprietary linear induction motor for drive and an optical feedback positioning system for control.[1][2]
What software controls the automated wafer stepping on the S-460?
Automated wafer stepping is controlled via Signatone Solutions Windows software.[1][2]
Does the S-460 include motorized theta control?
Yes, the S-460 includes motorized theta with a quick two-point align feature.[1][2]
What optional features are available for the S-460?
Options include programmable motorized microscope movement, auto focus, computer aided probes, on-screen video, and a joystick/thumbwheel control unit.[1]
Not publicly documented
The following facts about the S-460 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 S-460 are on record.
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No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the S-460 are on record.
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No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the S-460 are on record.
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The process node or technology generation of the S-460 is not on record.
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No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the S-460 are on record.
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Sources & citations
Sources (2)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]web.archive.org — web.archive.orgweb.archive.org
- [2]waferpedia.com — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
Last updated Sep 22, 2026.
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