ICT/FCT Spring Test Probes · 118 mil
F563 ICT/FCT Test Probe
F563 is an ICT/FCT test probe series in the EMSGLOB range, listed under 118 mil. It is 33 mm long overall and offers 4.3 mm of working travel.
Electrically it is specified for a rated current of 6 A, a typical resistance of 100 mΩ and an operating range of -45 °C to +80 °C. There are 24 catalogue part numbers in this series, covering 10 tip or head styles such as Concave stepped, Serrated stepped, Hexagonal 90° stepped, Spherical. The barrel is bronze with gold plating.

Specifications
| Structure | Basic Contact Probe |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature | -45 °C to +80 °C |
| Total length | 33 mm |
| Barrel diameter | 2.03 mm |
| Barrel material | Bronze |
| Barrel plating | Gold |
| Spring material | High-grade steel |
| Spring plating | Uncoated |
| Nominal travel | 4.3 mm |
| Maximum travel | 6.4 mm |
| Pointing accuracy | ± 0.1 mm |
| Continuous current | 6 A |
| Typical contact resistance | 100 mΩ |
| Protrusion height (range) | 8.4 – 16 mm |
| Tip style diameter (range) | 0.7 – 4 mm |
| Preload (range) | 90 – 180 cN |
| Spring force (range) | 120 – 300 cN |
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 (24)
| Part number | Tip style | Tip style diameter | Spring force | Preload | Plunger material | Plunger plating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F56305B170G180 | 05 – Concave stepped | 1.7 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56305B170G300 | 05 – Concave stepped | 1.7 mm | 300 cN | 180 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56305B250G180 | 05 – Concave stepped | 2.5 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56305B250G300 | 05 – Concave stepped | 2.5 mm | 300 cN | 180 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56306B250G120 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 2.5 mm | 120 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56306B250G180 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 2.5 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56306B250G250 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 2.5 mm | 250 cN | 130 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56306B250G300 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 2.5 mm | 300 cN | 180 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56306B400G180 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 4 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56306B400G300H | 06 – Serrated stepped | 4 mm | 300 cN | 180 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56307S300P300 | 07 – Hexagonal 90° stepped | 3 mm | 300 cN | 180 cN | Steel | Progressive |
| F56311B130G180 | 11 – Spherical | 1.3 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56311B130G300 | 11 – Spherical | 1.3 mm | 300 cN | 180 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56312B170G180 | 12 – Spherical stepped | 1.7 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56312B250G180 | 12 – Spherical stepped | 2.5 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56314B250G180 | 14 – 4-point crown stepped (self-cleaning) | 2.5 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56314B250G250 | 14 – 4-point crown stepped (self-cleaning) | 2.5 mm | 250 cN | 130 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56314B250G300 | 14 – 4-point crown stepped (self-cleaning) | 2.5 mm | 300 cN | 180 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56315B300G180 | 15 – Triangular 45° stepped | 3 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56315B300G250 | 15 – Triangular 45° stepped | 3 mm | 250 cN | 130 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56316B130G180 | 16 – Flat | 1.3 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56317B170G180 | 17 – Flat stepped | 1.7 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56318B070G180 | 18 – Conical 30° | 0.7 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
| F56318B130G180 | 18 – Conical 30° | 1.3 mm | 180 cN | 90 cN | Beryllium copper | Gold |
FAQ
What pitch and length is F563?
F563 has a total length of 33 mm and protrusion height of 8.4 – 16 mm. The full dimension list is in the specification table on this page.
How much current can F563 carry?
The rated continuous current is 6 A, with a typical resistance of 100 mΩ.
Which part numbers and tip styles are available for F563?
24 part numbers are listed, for example F56305B170G180, F56305B170G300, F56305B250G180. Tip or head styles include Concave stepped, Serrated stepped, Hexagonal 90° stepped, Spherical, Spherical stepped, 4-point crown stepped (self-cleaning). The table on this page lists every part number with its tip and spring data.
What temperature range is F563 rated for?
F563 is specified for -45 °C to +80 °C.
How do I get a price or sample for F563?
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.
Enquire / Request a quote
Tell us the F563 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.