ICT/FCT Spring Test Probes
F083 ICT/FCT Test Probe
F083 is an ICT/FCT test probe series in the EMSGLOB range. It suits a minimum pitch of 1.27 mm / 50 mil, is 21.75 – 22.85 mm long overall and offers 2 mm of working travel.
Its datasheet values are a rated current of 3 A, a typical resistance of 25 mΩ and an operating range of -45 °C to +100 °C. There are 4 catalogue part numbers in this series, covering 3 tip or head styles such as Conical 90° stepped, Concave stepped, Conical 30°. The plunger is beryllium copper with gold plating, and the barrel is bronze with gold plating.

Specifications
| Structure | Basic Contact Probe |
|---|---|
| Pitch | 1.27 mm / 50 mil |
| Operating temperature | -45 °C to +100 °C |
| Barrel diameter | 0.75 mm |
| Plunger material | Beryllium copper |
| Plunger plating | Gold |
| Barrel material | Bronze |
| Barrel plating | Gold |
| Spring material | Spring steel |
| Spring plating | Gold |
| Preload | 50 cN |
| Spring force | 120 cN |
| Nominal travel | 2 mm |
| Pointing accuracy | ± 0.05 mm |
| Total length (range) | 21.75 – 22.85 mm |
| Protrusion height (range) | 3.9 – 5 mm |
| Tip style diameter (range) | 0.51 – 1.8 mm |
| Maximum travel (range) | 2.9 – 3.4 mm |
| Continuous current | 3 A |
| Typical contact resistance | 25 mΩ |
Values as listed for this series. Confirm the exact data for your part number with your quotation.
Applications
- In-circuit testing (ICT) of assembled PCBs
- Functional testing (FCT) of modules and finished boards
- Bed-of-nails test fixtures and adapters
- Contacting pads, vias, pins and wire-wrap posts
- Threaded, push-back and anti-rotation designs for special fixture layouts

Part numbers (4)
| Part number | Tip style | Tip style diameter | Total length | Continuous current | Typical contact resistance | Protrusion height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F08302B080G120 | 02 – Conical 90° stepped | 0.8 mm | 21.75 mm | 3 A | 25 mΩ | 3.9 mm |
| F08302B180G120 | 02 – Conical 90° stepped | 1.8 mm | 21.75 mm | 3 A | 25 mΩ | 3.9 mm |
| F08305B150G120 | 05 – Concave stepped | 1.5 mm | 22.85 mm | 3 A | 25 mΩ | 5 mm |
| F08318B051G120 | 18 – Conical 30° | 0.51 mm | 21.75 mm | – | – | 3.9 mm |
FAQ
What pitch and length is F083?
F083 has a pitch of 1.27 mm / 50 mil, total length of 21.75 – 22.85 mm and protrusion height of 3.9 – 5 mm. The full dimension list is in the specification table on this page.
How much current can F083 carry?
The rated continuous current is 3 A, with a typical resistance of 25 mΩ.
Which part numbers and tip styles are available for F083?
4 part numbers are listed, for example F08302B080G120, F08302B180G120, F08305B150G120. Tip or head styles include Conical 90° stepped, Concave stepped, Conical 30°. The table on this page lists every part number with its tip and spring data.
What temperature range is F083 rated for?
F083 is specified for -45 °C to +100 °C.
How do I get a price or sample for F083?
Send the part number, quantity and your application to sales@emsglob.com or call +91-7383235369, or use the enquiry form on the contact page. Prices are quoted per enquiry.
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Enquire / Request a quote
Tell us the F083 part number, the quantity and your pitch, travel and current requirements, and the EMSGLOB team will reply with availability and a quotation. Drawings in STEP, IGES, PDF, DWG, DXF or ZIP are welcome.