The same way you turn off your computer at the end of the day, powering off your tester will help with performance. Leaving it on all the time wastes electricity and can shorten the lifespan of your tester.
A manufacturing shop wouldn’t be complete without its share of debris and mess. But it’s important to keep the testing area as clean and organized as possible. Your test process will run more smoothly and with fewer problems if it is not clogged with dust or invaded by clutter.
Surge protectors give you extra outlets and protect your tester in case of a spike in power. Using a surge protector is safe and responsible.
If you regularly plug and unplug connectors from fixturing, chances are pins will begin to wear out. The same can be said of male connectors on the tester. Inspect connectors as often as necessary to look for potential problems. If any pins are loose or bent, you will need to make repairs or replacements. If connectors on the tester wear out, it will make it difficult or impossible to connect adapters and connectors to the tester.
Next week you can learn more tricks to keep your tester and test process safe and secure for many years. Until then, here are 5 Tools to Help with Fixturing, or read other articles in the Cirris Learning Center.
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