In April 2025, FormFactor has launched the EVOLVITY™ 300, a semi-automated engineering wafer probe system designed to complement the company’s established CM300 product line. This new system is specifically tailored for RF/DC modeling and device characterization, offering a compact, user-friendly design that simplifies on-wafer probing.

The EVOLVITY 300 is designed with ease of use and quick deployment in mind. Unlike the rather modular CM300, which is highly adaptable to various use cases and customer-specific applications, the EVOLVITY 300 comes with the most commonly required features already included as standard.

The EVOLVITY 300 is perfectly suited to replace existing Elite and S300 systems as the look and feel is very similar. Long-term users of the Elite or S300 will love it!

Particularly interesting for lab managers is that EVOLVITY has basically the same facility requirements as legacy Cascade S300 or Elite systems. This makes it easy to swap EVOLVITY 300 into the slot used before by an Elite or S300. Additionally, many accessories, such as ATT thermal systems, can still be used with the new system, ensuring that former investments in equipment remain valuable. All this makes the transition smooth, hassle-free, and cost effective.

EVOLVITY 300

Key Features

  1. Mechanical Platen Lift: Enhances safety during complex RF set-ups, increasing operator confidence and minimizing the risk of errors.
  2. Ease-of-Use and Advanced Automation: Fully compatible with FormFactor’s Autonomous RF and DC measurement assistants, as well as the Velox Dash™ companion app control.
  3. Reconfigurable Platen Inserts: Allows for quick switching between TopHat, PCH, and IceShield inserts within minutes to support a wide variety of test configurations.
  4. Spacious Platen Design: Provides flexibility for both RF and DC setups without space limitations, ensuring easy integration of different configurations.
  5. Compact Design : Features a small footprint allowing easy swapping of legacy S300 and Elite probers

EVOLVITY 300 and CM300

The EVOLVITY 300 shares many components with the well-established CM300 platform, ensuring long-term support and longevity for both platforms. This component sharing provides users with the assurance of reliable performance and easy maintenance.

Note the EVOLVITY 300 nicely complements the CM300 platform by offering a streamlined and user-friendly tool ideal for RF/DC modeling and device characterization tasks but does not cover all application areas. The CM300 is the first choice for key applications like Silicon photonics, vertical probe cards (ReAlign), fully automated loading (CM300xi with MHU301 or MHU300), ultra-low noise performance (CM300xi-ULN), and high power applications (TESLA300) and also offers superior customization options.


Conclusion

The EVOLVITY™ 300 is a perfect addition to FormFactor’s product line, building on the company’s proven technologies to offer a more efficient and user-friendly solution for on-wafer probing. With its user-friendly design, advanced automation features, compact footprint, and shared components with the CM300 platform, it provides a reliable platform for RF/DC modeling and device characterization. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, the EVOLVITY 300 is designed to make your work more efficient and productive. Its compatibility with legacy Elite 300 systems and accessories makes it an ideal choice for upgrading your testing infrastructure.