A controlled approach to Chip-Off forensics
Chip-off is an invasive hardware-preparation method in which a semiconductor package is physically removed from a PCB for a laboratory’s separate downstream examination workflow.
PDR equipment controls the heating, removal and model-dependent handling stage. It does not read, decode or analyse memory, and successful removal does not guarantee usable data.
Why thermal control matters
Chip-off is a high-consequence procedure. The selected solder joints must release while the component, PCB and surrounding assembly remain within the laboratory’s validated process limits.
Focused Infrared top heating
Adjustable infrared directs energy towards the selected component without a forced hot-air stream across the target area.
Controlled PCB preheating
Preheating manages the wider board thermal mass and helps the laboratory develop a controlled heating cycle.
Model-specific sensing
Temperature feedback, sensing and handling differ by model. Stored profiles apply to the validated device and setup, not every board universally.
Visible, documented process
The working area and ThermoActive profile remain available to the operator during applicable stages of the procedure.
Visible heatingFocused Infrared on the target component
Focused, adjustable infrared directs energy to the selected component while the working area remains visible throughout the procedure.
Heating profileComponent and PCB profiles in view
ThermoActive software displays the live component and PCB temperature traces against the defined profile, making the thermal procedure visible and repeatable.
Controlled removalThe removal procedure in view
Focused Infrared heats the selected component through its defined profile before it is picked up from the board under controlled conditions.
Chip-off systems for your laboratory.
Chipmate
The controlled manual entry point for forensic chip-off.
Compare ChipmateChipmate Pro
Professional Chip-Off and Chip-Transfer with greater sensing and component handling.
Compare Chipmate ProChipmate Auto
The highest level of assisted handling and repeatability in the range.
Compare Chipmate AutoChip-off equipment scope.
What happens after removal?
The component moves to the laboratory’s validated reader, adapter and analysis software. Those downstream tools are separate from PDR equipment.
Does PDR recover the data?
No. PDR supplies the physical heating, removal and handling equipment; it does not extract, decode or analyse data.
Is one profile suitable for every device?
No. Profiles and temperature limits must be developed and validated for the particular device, board, component and laboratory procedure.
Which Chipmate model fits?
Chipmate is the controlled manual entry point. Chipmate Pro adds greater sensing, handling and alignment. Chipmate Auto adds the highest level of assisted handling in the range.
Demonstration, installation and training are available from PDR. Each laboratory remains responsible for validating its own procedure, device compatibility and downstream examination workflow.
Discuss your chip-off workflow
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