SENTRY: A Tool for Managing the Chip Shortage! In these precarious days of IC shortages, gray-market chips may need to be sought. Check them with SENTRY!
SENTRY is an easy to use tester, aimed at goods inwards inspectors and designed to measure the unique electrical signature (PinPrint) of components. The information collected is managed through a database and is used to compare known good devices against suspect components. Typically, SENTRY can easily detect missing or incorrect dies, lack of bond wires, inaccurate pin outs and pin impedance variations. Simple pass or fail results are returned after testing, offering a high level of confidence in the authenticity of components. SENTRY does not require any knowledge of electronics to use efficiently. For in-depth analysis though, PinPrints can be reviewed and full reports can be generated.
The SENTRY software also offers
options for customization and the ability to store essential documentation such
as photos, PDF datasheets, web pages and images. SENTRY is able to
accommodate virtually all types of components, from simple two pin devices to
more complex packages such as BGA. A range of standard and universal adapters
is available and custom designs can also be supplied. In order to ensure
consistency throughout the whole supply chain, SENTRY is designed to support
data sharing. This means that the PinPrints of a given component can be shared
between users, from the OEM through to the distributor and end user.
See this video for more info! https://youtu.be/fJw5ZoT_us4
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