An interface device for interfacing automatic test equipment (ATE) with a unit
under test (UUT) comprises at least one general purpose interface (GPI) connector
body carrying at least one floating GPI contact, at least one twin access contact
(TAC) connector body carrying at least one floating TAC contact, and a printed
wiring board (PWB). The GPI contact has a first end and a second end. The first
end of the GPI contact is adapted for engagement with a corresponding floating
contact of the ATE in a manner to permit electrical communication between the GPI
contact and its corresponding ATE contact. The TAC contact has a first end and
a second end. The TAC connector body is positioned adjacent to the GPI connector
body so that the second end of the GPI contact engages the first end of the TAC
contact in a manner to permit electrical communication between the GPI contact
and the TAC contact. The PWB has at least one contact pad and at least one surface
mount connector for mating with a UUT. The contact pad and the surface mount connector
are electrically connected via circuitry carried by the PWB. The contact pad of
the PWB is adapted for engagement with the second end of the TAC contact in a manner
to permit electrical communication between the contact pad and the TAC contact.
