ICT/FCT Spring Test Probes · 100 mil
F588 ICT/FCT Test Probe
F588 is an ICT/FCT test probe series in the EMSGLOB range, listed under 100 mil. It is laid out for 2.54 mm / 100 mil centre spacing, has an overall length of 37.3 – 49 mm and offers 7.6 – 9.3 mm of working travel.
On the electrical side you get a rated current of 5 A, a typical resistance of 30 – 60 mΩ and an operating range of -45 °C to +80 °C. There are 44 catalogue part numbers in this series, covering 18 tip or head styles such as Concave stepped, Serrated stepped, Flexible needle, Spherical.

Specifications
| Structure | Basic Contact Probe |
|---|---|
| Pitch | 2.54 mm / 100 mil |
| Operating temperature | -45 °C to +80 °C |
| Barrel diameter | 1.37 mm |
| Barrel plating | Gold |
| Spring material | Spring steel |
| Spring plating | Silver |
| Pointing accuracy | ± 0.1 mm |
| Continuous current | 5 A |
| Total length (range) | 37.3 – 49 mm |
| Protrusion height (range) | 12.4 – 24.1 mm |
| Tip style diameter (range) | 0.5 – 2.5 mm |
| Preload (range) | 50 – 110 cN |
| Spring force (range) | 150 – 300 cN |
| Nominal travel (range) | 7.6 – 9.3 mm |
| Maximum travel (range) | 8.8 – 11.7 mm |
| Typical contact resistance (range) | 30 – 60 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 (44)
| Part number | Tip style | Tip style diameter | Spring force | Preload | Total length | Nominal travel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F58805B150G180 | 05 – Concave stepped | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58805B150G180S | 05 – Concave stepped | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 75 cN | 37.3 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58806B150G180 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58806B150G180S | 06 – Serrated stepped | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 75 cN | 37.3 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58806B150G200 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 1.5 mm | 200 cN | 75 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58806B150G300 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 1.5 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58806B150P300S | 06 – Serrated stepped | 1.5 mm | 300 cN | 110 cN | 37.3 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58810S060P150HPRP | 10 – Flexible needle | 0.6 mm | 150 cN | 110 cN | 39 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58811B090G180 | 11 – Spherical | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58812B150G180 | 12 – Spherical stepped | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58815B150G180 | 15 – Triangular 45° stepped | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58815B150G180S | 15 – Triangular 45° stepped | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 75 cN | 37.3 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58815B150G200 | 15 – Triangular 45° stepped | 1.5 mm | 200 cN | 75 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58815B150G300 | 15 – Triangular 45° stepped | 1.5 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58818B076G180 | 18 – Conical 30° | 0.76 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58818B076G300 | 18 – Conical 30° | 0.76 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58818B090G180S1 | 18 – Conical 30° | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 49 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58821S076L180 | 21 – 4-point crown (self-cleaning) | 0.76 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58821S090L180 | 21 – 4-point crown (self-cleaning) | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58821S090L300 | 21 – 4-point crown (self-cleaning) | 0.9 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58821S090P180 | 21 – 4-point crown (self-cleaning) | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58821S090P300HP | 21 – 4-point crown (self-cleaning) | 0.9 mm | 300 cN | 110 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58828B130G300 | 28 – 4-point crown stepped | 1.3 mm | 300 cN | 110 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58828B150G180 | 28 – 4-point crown stepped | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58828B150G300 | 28 – 4-point crown stepped | 1.5 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58833S076L180 | 33 – Square lance 38° | 0.76 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58833S090L180 | 33 – Square lance 38° | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58833S090L180S | 33 – Square lance 38° | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 75 cN | 37.3 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58833S090L300 | 33 – Square lance 38° | 0.9 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58833S090L300S | 33 – Square lance 38° | 0.9 mm | 300 cN | 110 cN | 37.3 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58833S090P180 | 33 – Square lance 38° | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58833S090P300HP | 33 – Square lance 38° | 0.9 mm | 300 cN | 110 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58833S090P300HPS | 33 – Square lance 38° | 0.9 mm | 300 cN | 110 cN | 37.3 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58835S150P300 | 35 – 3-point crown stepped (self-cleaning) | 1.5 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58836S140L180 | 36 – 6-point crown stepped, middle pin longer | 1.4 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58836S140L300 | 36 – 6-point crown stepped, middle pin longer | 1.4 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58837S050P300HP | 37 – 4-point crown stepped | 0.5 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58838S090L180 | 38 – Square lance 140° | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58841B150G300IK | 41 – 6-point crown stepped (self-cleaning) | 1.5 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39.4 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58841B150G300IK04S | 41 – 6-point crown stepped (self-cleaning) | 1.5 mm | 300 cN | 110 cN | 37.7 mm | 7.6 mm |
| F58843S090P180 | 43 – Square lance 90° | 0.9 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58863B150G180 | 63 – 8-point crown stepped (self-cleaning) | 1.5 mm | 180 cN | 50 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58863B150G300 | 63 – 8-point crown stepped (self-cleaning) | 1.5 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
| F58866B250P300HP | 66 – Serrated stepped (self-cleaning) | 2.5 mm | 300 cN | 80 cN | 39 mm | 9.3 mm |
FAQ
What pitch and length is F588?
F588 has a pitch of 2.54 mm / 100 mil, total length of 37.3 – 49 mm and protrusion height of 12.4 – 24.1 mm. The full dimension list is in the specification table on this page.
How much current can F588 carry?
The rated continuous current is 5 A, with a typical resistance of 30 – 60 mΩ.
Which part numbers and tip styles are available for F588?
44 part numbers are listed, for example F58805B150G180, F58805B150G180S, F58806B150G180. Tip or head styles include Concave stepped, Serrated stepped, Flexible needle, Spherical, Spherical stepped, Triangular 45° stepped. The table on this page lists every part number with its tip and spring data.
What temperature range is F588 rated for?
F588 is specified for -45 °C to +80 °C.
How do I get a price or sample for F588?
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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