The X-change Cart is a dedicated, semi-automated Device Interface Board (DIB) exchange system designed to make load board changeovers faster, safer, and more reliable in semiconductor test environments.

Built for modern high-mix test floors, the X-change Cart enables a complete load board change by a single operator in under one minute. It replaces physically demanding manual handling with a structured, HMI-controlled process that improves repeatability, reduces operator strain, and minimizes the risk of board damage during exchange.

Fast, safe, and repeatable board handling

Frequent load board changeovers are a critical part of day-to-day operations in semiconductor testing. Manual handling can slow down workflows, increase the risk of handling errors, and place unnecessary physical demands on operators. The X-change Cart addresses these challenges with a dedicated exchange solution engineered for efficiency and production-floor reliability.

Using an intuitive semi-automated process, a single operator can lock, rotate, and transfer the board to the tester quickly and safely. The system is designed to transport two load boards simultaneously, enabling rapid exchange in real production scenarios.

Designed for real production environments

The X-change Cart has been developed with the practical constraints of semiconductor test floors in mind. Its mechanical flexibility supports smooth operation even in tight and complex layouts:

• 180° rotation at the locking mechanism

• 180° Y-axis rotation

• 90° Z-axis / tower swivel

These motion capabilities make the system especially suitable for narrow corridors and space-constrained production areas.

Broad compatibility and easy integration

The X-change Cart is compatible with leading ATE platforms, including Teradyne, Advantest, SPEA, and others. This broad platform compatibility allows seamless integration into existing multi-vendor test environments without requiring major reconfiguration of current setups.

The system can interface with:

• test heads

• probers

• DIB loaders

• storage racks

• maintenance workbenches

This makes the X-change Cart a flexible solution for a wide range of semiconductor test floor applications.

Engineered for reliability and protection

Reliability on the production floor depends on consistent performance in everyday use. The X-change Cart is engineered to ensure safe and stable board handling under real operating conditions. Its ESD-safe construction protects sensitive boards at every point of contact, while integrated sensing and operator guidance help support secure and controlled handling throughout the exchange process.

Ready for future automation

For customers pursuing longer-term automation strategies, the X-change Cart is also available in an optional fully automated configuration. In this version, the interface tower can be mounted onto a customized AGV or AMR, creating a practical pathway toward more autonomous semiconductor test floor operations.

Its modular design also allows additional features and future adaptations to be integrated as operational requirements evolve.

Key features

• Semi-automated DIB exchange system for reliable board loading and unloading

• One-person operation with complete board exchange in under one minute

• Simultaneous transport of two load boards

• Multi-axis rotation for flexible handling in constrained environments

• Compatible with leading ATE platforms such as Teradyne, Advantest, and SPEA

• Interfaces with test head, prober, DIB loader, storage rack, and maintenance workbench

• Tower swivel up to \pm90° for narrow corridors and tight production layouts

• Integrated HMI, sensor detection, safety hand-brake, and modular battery

• Optional configuration for mounting on AGV or AMR

Built for smarter board changeovers

With its combination of speed, operator safety, compatibility, and modularity, the X-change Cart is a practical solution for semiconductor manufacturers looking to improve load board handling and streamline changeover processes on the test floor.