With numerous editions of Productronica behind it, EIIT — a Controlar company — will present its renewed series of in-line handling test systems at Productronica 2025.
The XILS and MILS in-line handler series has been designed with a single guiding principle: to provide intelligent and scalable solutions for printed circuit board (PCB) testing in high-demand environments. Their serial connectivity enables the creation of fully integrated production lines where each handler operates in perfect synchronization, ensuring a continuous and interruption-free testing flow.
This modular architecture, combined with compatibility across multiple test technologies, makes XILS and MILS a benchmark solution for companies seeking systems that are ready for today’s challenges and scalable for tomorrow’s demands.
Source: EIIT
The XILS and MILS in-line handlers are particularly suited for ICT (in-circuit), ISP (flashing) and FCT (functional) applications, making them ideal for demanding electronic test processes.
What makes XILS and MILS stand out
• Optimized dual SMEMA-level transport system, eliminating the need for parallel lines and ensuring exceptional spatial efficiency.
• Software-based configuration, enabling rapid reconfiguration for different test requirements without complex physical modifications.
• Side actuation for USB and Ethernet connectors, ensuring precise insertion, reduced wear and greater test reliability.
• Integration with instrumentation and solutions from leading manufacturers, including Teradyne, Keysight, Checksum, TRI, Goepel Electronic, National Instruments, SMH and others.
These versatile handlers have been meticulously designed to cover a broad range of electronic test technologies for PCB assembly and validation applications. With adaptability as their core principle, XILS and MILS ensure optimal performance and precision across diverse testing scenarios.
Thanks to an integrated communication system, the handlers can communicate internally, eliminating the need for additional conveyors, barcode readers or buffering stations. In summary, XILS stands as a reference solution for in-line handling, offering flexibility, precision, and efficiency across a wide range of electronic test technologies. With XILS, manufacturers can achieve maximum performance and accuracy while streamlining their production processes.
XILS600: Flexible, compact and multipurpose handler
• Optimized for ISP (flashing) and FCT (functional) testing.
• Dual SMEMA-level transport system, eliminating the need for parallel lines.
• Integrated instrumentation subrack, with minimal wiring distance to the device under test (DUT) for improved reliability.
• Software-based flexible configuration, adaptable to different products or test environments.
• Serial connectivity with other handlers, enabling the creation of continuous test lines.
• Controlled side actuation for USB, Ethernet or other DUT interfaces.
• Ergonomic and quick fixture replacement, minimizing product changeover time.
• Support for LED testing, ideal for optical or lighting applications.
• Approximate handling time: Six seconds.
• Key advantages: Compact design, precision and multipurpose operation
XILS800: Versatile solution for high-demand applications
• Optimized for ISP, ICT and FCT testing.
• Hybrid iron and aluminum frame, capable of withstanding forces up to 15 kN.
• Modular and flexible design, configurable according to product or line requirements.
• Serial connection with other XILS handlers, enabling scalable configurations.
• Software-based control and parametrization, ensuring repeatable and precise setups.
• Accurate side actuation for DUT connectors (USB, Ethernet, etc.).
• Compatible with leading test systems, including Teradyne, Keysight, Checksum, TRI and others.
• Parallel testing capability, significantly reducing cycle times.
• Approximate handling time: Seven seconds.
• Key advantages: Reliability, scalability and high performance in demanding production environments.
MILS700: Precision, high-speed and cost-efficiency handler
• Optimized for ISP and FCT testing.
• Modular architecture, allowing integration of instrumentation from various manufacturers.
• Compatible with test platforms such as Teradyne, Keysight, Checksum, TRI and others.
• Fast and ergonomic fixture exchange, maximizing production efficiency.
• Serial connection with other handlers, enabling complete test lines.
• Precise side actuation for USB and Ethernet connectors.
• Reduced floor space requirements, increasing station density per line.
• Approximate handling time: Five seconds.
• Key advantages: Compact design, versatility, efficiency and reduced operational costs.
See it live at Productronica 2025
Visitors can experience the XILS, MILS and Portable LED Golden Sample Generator in action at Controlar’s stand A1.335/9 where live demonstrations will showcase its dual gripper automation and parallel testing capabilities
