Semiconductors & Foundry Operations

How to Capitalize Test Probe Cards

Recording the acquisition of specialized probe cards as capitalized production tooling.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Fixed Assets - Production ToolingDebit85,000.00-
Accounts PayableCredit-85,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

High-density probe cards used for wafer sorting are capitalized when they provide future economic benefit across multiple production batches.

Practitioner & Systems Framework

💻 ERP Architecture

Project accounting or fixed asset module for unique serial numbers.

⚠️ Audit Flags

Capitalization of low-cost, short-lived needle probes.

📄 Required Documentation

Purchase order, vendor invoice, and technical datasheet.

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