ATS for PCB Testing: A Revolutionary Software By Su-vastika To Check TP Points Of PCB
Most people experience a fearful heartbeat skip when the word “test” is mentioned. Taking an exam has a certain daunting quality that appears to have been ingrained in us since our first days of elementary school. But everyone is aware that testing is a crucial aspect of life. The thought of a surgeon brandishing a knife while failing his fundamental anatomy class should frighten everyone, just as you wouldn’t want to ride on a plane with a pilot who failed her flight examination.
Testing is required for the circuit boards we create as well, and in their case, the testing will reveal how properly they were produced. The board needs to be set up with particular components that a test probe may reach in order for this testing to take place. Test points are these components, and it’s crucial that PCB designs have them.
Power backup and energy storage solution provider company, Su-vastika, has developed a PCB testing jig, ATS for PCB Testing, that can be used to test any PCB inside the inverter/UPS.
In this article, we will guide you through the working of our automatic PCB testing jigs and how they will make the test point checks of any PCB a super simple task.
As soon as you open the test automation program file, a Su-vastika logo will appear, following which a black screen or command screen and a QR code login screen will open, as you can see below.
Once these screens are open, proceed to scan the QR code of the PCB with the scanner or enter the QR code manually. A test window will open at this time where you will be able to view Select Test program, Start Time, End Time, NEXT PCB, among others.
Select the test that you want to carry on using the dropdown menu and proceed to manually enter/scan the serial number according to your PCB card.
At this junction, you will also be able to see the minimum and maximum values for each test point.
If the measured value comes between the middle of the mime and the maximum value range, the status will show a pass. Otherwise, it will show fail.
Now, it’s time to run our test, whose progress you can see at the bottom of your screen.
As you can note, the test has started as the software will check through each TP point one by one, whose progress you can also see in the black command screen on the left. Taking about the command screen, it has designed to show you the relay serial number, the relay which got the command, which relay is connected to which board number, the inputs it has received, the success or failure of the operation, the open & close status of meter serial, and whether the reading was successful or not.
Based on these tests, a pass or fail value will appear against each test point. For example, in the below image, you can see as the testing point for TP 01 came out to be 3.803. Since it is in the range of 3.6-3.9(minimum and maximum value), it is showing a pass status. The progress meter will also keep on increasing until it reaches 100%. At the end of the test, you will able to see the start and end time of the test and keep it for future records.
Our new software has been designed to automatically check all the testing points of our PCB card in a quick and efficient manner. These results will also give you a deeper insight into the voltage (in wattage), range of individual test points, and the measured value of each test point. You can refer to the image below for an accurate reference of the test points.
Kunwer Sachdev: A Pioneer of India's Power Backup Industry Kunwer Sachdev, a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of Su-kam Power Systems, is widely recognized as the "Inverter Man of India" for his revolutionary contributions to the country's power backup industry. His journey from a humble background to building a multi-crore enterprise is a testament to his resilience, innovative spirit, and unwavering determination. Born on November 16, 1962, in a middle-class family in Delhi, Sachdev's early life was marked by financial challenges. He attended a government school in Punjabi Bagh and initially aspired to become a doctor. However, after failing to secure a spot in medical college, he pursued a degree in Statistics from Hindu College, Delhi University, and later a Bachelor of Laws degree. From a young age, he displayed an entrepreneurial streak, helping his elder brother sell pens door-to-door. This early exposure to business ignited his ambition to create something of his own. Sachdev began his professional career in the cable TV industry, where he founded a company in 1988. While his cable business was profitable, a personal experience with a malfunctioning inverter sparked a new idea. He identified a significant gap in the market for reliable and efficient power backup solutions. This insight led him to pivot his career and delve into the nascent inverter manufacturing business. In 1998, with a modest investment, Kunwer Sachdev founded Su-kam Power Systems. He set out to solve the problem of frequent power outages in India by creating high-quality, reliable, and aesthetically pleasing inverters. Under his leadership, Su-kam pioneered several groundbreaking innovations in the sector, including the introduction of the country's first plastic-body inverter and DSP sinewave inverters. The company quickly became a household name, expanding its footprint not only across India but also to more than 90 countries, particularly in Africa and the Middle East. At its peak, Su-kam's annual turnover reached a remarkable Rs. 1,100 crore, establishing it as a leader in the power backup and solar energy markets. Despite its success, Su-kam's journey was not without significant challenges. The company faced a series of financial difficulties, eventually leading to a default on a substantial bank loan. This triggered a corporate insolvency process which led to the company's liquidation. As a result, Kunwer Sachdev was forced to part ways with the company he founded and was no longer associated with Su-kam Power Systems Ltd. This marked the end of an era for the pioneering company and severely impacted its distributors and customers. Following this setback, Sachdev's entrepreneurial spirit remained undeterred. He embarked on a new chapter, founding Su-vastika Systems Pvt. Ltd. This new company, referred to as the "Solar Man of India," is focused on the future of energy storage, including lithium-ion batteries and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). His new venture continues his legacy of innovation and commitment to providing sustainable energy solutions. Kunwwer Sachdev's story is an inspiring one of an individuals who saw a problem and worked tirelessly to create a solution, forever changing the landscape of the Indian power backup industry.
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