February Testing Summary

Introduction

At Global ETS, we continuously examine test results to provide real monthly data to OEMs, CMs, and industry professionals. These results allow us to track potential risks and shifts in the market. Now that testing for February is finished, let's examine the results.

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Types of Parts Tested by Manufacturer

With 5.80% of all parts tested in February, Texas Instruments (TI) was seen the most often in our labs. It’s worth noting that TI has stayed the most popular manufacturer every month. Analog Devices followed at 5.66%, while Xilinx, which fell one spot from last month, came in at 4.99%. Though the data shifts slightly from month to month, we haven’t seen many big changes in this category.

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Pass Rate of Components

Our data indicates an overall pass rate of 95.02% for February, showing a positive increase as compared to last month. While a 4.98% failure rate may seem like a small percentage, the impact of counterfeit components in electronic systems can be costly and dangerous. Identifying issues during testing is crucial for avoiding these potential concerns.

Parts Tested by Device Type

In February, there was a slight shift in device types sent for testing. FPGAs are still in high demand at 8.16% of the parts tested, emphasizing their role in many next-gen computing solutions. Flash memory devices made up 5.88%, giving it the #2 spot for this month. Amplifiers accounted for 4.28%, connectors for 3.88%, and microcontrollers saw a decrease from 6.11% last month to 3.48%.

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Types of Tests Performed

To ensure the authenticity and performance of components, we offer a suite of testing methods and comply with many different industry standards. As we’ve been seeing from the start of our monthly testing summaries, visual inspection was the most frequently conducted test in February at 16.93%. Electrical testing follows at 16.09%, and X-ray is slightly less common at 15.22%. These primary testing methods are often used in combination with other techniques, such as decapsulation and XRF. This approach enables us to effectively mitigate suspect counterfeits and uphold quality.

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Conclusion

Our goal at Global ETS is to make sure our partners use electronic components that are authentic and reliable. Independent testing is the best solution to stopping the counterfeits of the global supply chain. For more information on how Global ETS can support your component testing needs, visit www.gets-usa.com or contact us at [email protected].