Do you know what ICT (In-Circuit Test) is? Please note that we are not talking about Information and Communication Technology (ICT) here. And what about MDA (Manufacturing Defect Analyzer)? If these tests are commonly implemented in PCB assembly manufacturing, what are their pros and cons? How do they differ from ATE (Automated Test Equipment)?
ICT is primarily used for the electrical testing of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA). Think of it as an advanced “multimeter” or an LCR meter. It allows us to test the electrical characteristics and check for open/short circuits of all components on the circuit board without removing them.
