--- title: Industries Served | Automated PCBA Test Systems | CheckSum description: CheckSum provides automated PCBA test systems for automotive, industrial, consumer, and medical electronics manufacturers. 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[Request a Free Project Analysis](https://www.checksum.com/checksum-project-analysis-request?hsLang=en) [Explore the ILS-X2](https://www.checksum.com/ils-x2-dual-panel-automated-test-system?hsLang=en) ![Industries Served Page Hero Image](https://www.checksum.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Indistries%20Served%20Page%20Hero%20Image.png?width=1272&height=1080&name=Indistries%20Served%20Page%20Hero%20Image.png) ### Automotive PCBA Test Systems by Industry **Built for the Way Electronics Manufacturers Actually Build Boards.** ![Automovite Segement Image](https://www.checksum.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Automovite%20Segement%20Image.png?width=720&height=480&name=Automovite%20Segement%20Image.png) ### Automotive ### Electronics ### Manufacturing Automotive manufacturers need reliable PCBA test strategies that support high-volume production, traceability, programming, and functional verification. CheckSum helps manufacturers test automotive control modules, lighting electronics, body electronics, infotainment assemblies, sensor boards, and power control PCBAs more efficiently. [![\
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CheckSum helps manufacturers improve test coverage and throughput for diagnostic equipment, monitoring devices, connected medical products, control electronics, power assemblies, and other medical electronic PCBAs. 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CheckSum helps EMS providers improve test coverage, increase throughput, and reduce manufacturing costs for high-mix, low-volume and high-volume production across a broad range of customer electronic PCBAs. 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These applications require fast, reliable, and repeatable testing, strong process stability, and production traceability. CheckSum develops application-specific test solutions that combine dense test access, parallel electrical test, automated handling, and production-data integration to meet the unique requirements of each product and manufacturing process. [![Learn More](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/47306464/interactive-340728736493.png)](https://www.checksum.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJRRokqdSF%2FEDDG3As9qUOmfD4FkURyfP9WMi6AT9wWwzKzpSprdpsCde3mvNsfXXoijmu0KVRQQRTIMjWYU5URyuXfps40hStu4kRLyQi66BaJ6I8eLaB6kCaa%2BN20v15%2F2spZsN3rxCJivhKiM4NJi04J9xy1NTAK2Rt%2FY5OZ73TYvSuW6%2FJgMQNT8x8%2BqWtut%2Bzwram1Q1b8xTZU5BB0olNZx5ByIqGY37cwpjREuGhJ1z187A%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=340728736493&portalId=47306464&hsLang=en) ## PCBA Test Systems Built for ## Modern Electronics Manufacturing Manufacturers are producing more complex PCBAs in tighter production windows. As products become more connected, more programmable, and more densely panelized, traditional test strategies often become bottlenecks. CheckSum helps manufacturers combine ICT, in-system programming, and functional test into a more efficient production test process. **With automated inline handling and parallel dual-panel testing, CheckSum systems help electronics manufacturers increase throughput without simply adding more test stations, fixtures, operators, and floor space.** ## Common PCBA Test Challenges ## Across Industries Across automotive, industrial, consumer, and medical electronics manufacturing, **test bottlenecks often come from the same core issues.** - ICT test time limits SMT output - Programming time increases cycle time - Functional test creates downstream bottlenecks - Operators spend too much time loading and unloading fixtures - Multiple test stations consume floor space - Test coverage is pushed too late in the process - Panelized boards are not tested efficiently - Production teams need faster feedback on defects - Traceability and barcode tracking are required - Manufacturers need to reduce cost per board ## How CheckSum Improves ## PCBA Test Throughput CheckSum’s automated parallel test approach is designed to help manufacturers test more boards in less time while maintaining practical production coverage. Instead of adding more standalone test stations, **CheckSum helps manufacturers consolidate key test processes into one automated test strategy.**   CheckSum provides more than a standalone test platform. **We deliver the tools and support needed to build and sustain production-ready test processes.**  - Inline Dual-Panel Automation The ILS-X2 Dual-Panel Automated Test System is designed to test two panels in a single automated platform, helping manufacturers increase output while reducing operator handling and floor space. - Multi-Core ICT Multi-Core ICT allows manufacturers to test multiple boards or circuits in parallel, reducing electrical test time on panelized PCBAs. - MultiWriter™ In-System Programming MultiWriter™ ISP helps manufacturers reduce programming bottlenecks by programming multiple devices in parallel. - Parallel Functional Test Parallel Functional Test allows selected functional checks to be performed earlier in the production process, helping reduce downstream test load and improve defect feedback. - Traceability and Production Integration Barcode scanning, data collection, and MES integration help manufacturers support traceability, process control, and production visibility. ![ILS-X2 12kN Group Transp](https://www.checksum.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ILS-X2%2012kN%20Group%20Transp.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=ILS-X2%2012kN%20Group%20Transp.png) ## Billions of Boards Tested Worldwide For over 30 years, CheckSum test systems have helped electronics manufacturers improve production, test speed, and reliability, across high-volume and high-mix manufacturing environments. ![Speedometer ICON Card](https://www.checksum.com/hubfs/Speedometer%20ICON%20Card.png) 5X -20X Faster Test Throughput   ![IC ICON Card](https://www.checksum.com/hubfs/IC%20ICON%20Card.png) Up to 384 Devices Programmed Per Panel     ![Test Points ICON Card](https://www.checksum.com/hubfs/Test%20Points%20ICON%20Card.png) Up to 5,000 Test Points per Panel ![Factory ICON Card](https://www.checksum.com/hubfs/Factory%20ICON%20Card.png) Up to 80% Floor Space Reduction ![World ICON Card](https://www.checksum.com/hubfs/World%20ICON%20Card.png) Over 4000 Test Systems Installed Worldwide ![labor ICON Card](https://www.checksum.com/hubfs/labor%20ICON%20Card.png) Up to 85% Operator Reduction ## Automated PCBA Test FAQs - What industries use CheckSum automated PCBA test systems? CheckSum automated PCBA test systems are used by manufacturers of automotive electronics, industrial electronics, consumer electronics, medical devices, and other high-volume or high-mix electronic assemblies. - How does dual-panel PCBA testing improve throughput? Dual-panel PCBA testing allows two panels to be processed in one automated test system. This helps manufacturers increase units tested per cycle while reducing operator handling, floor space, and production bottlenecks. - What is parallel PCBA testing? Parallel PCBA testing means testing multiple boards, circuits, devices, or functions at the same time instead of testing each one sequentially. CheckSum uses parallel test strategies for ICT, in-system programming, and functional test. - Why combine ICT, programming, and functional test?  Combining ICT, programming, and functional test can reduce handling, shorten total test time, improve production feedback, and reduce the need for multiple standalone test stations. - When should a manufacturer consider automated inline PCBA testing? Manufacturers should consider automated inline PCBA testing when manual loading, test time, programming time, operator availability, or floor space limits production throughput. - How does CheckSum support medical device electronics testing? CheckSum supports medical device electronics manufacturers by helping them build repeatable PCBA test processes with ICT, in-system programming, functional test, barcode tracking, data collection, and production traceability. - What is a Free Project Analysis? A Free Project Analysis is CheckSum’s review of a manufacturer’s PCBA test process, including test time, panel configuration, programming requirements, functional test needs, throughput goals, and potential system configuration - How do I sign up for a Free Project Analysis? 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