How to Record Probe Needle Replacement
Recording the expense of replacing worn or damaged probe needles on test cards used in wafer-level testing.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repair and Maintenance - Test Equipment | Debit | 4,200.00 | - |
| MRO Inventory - Probe Consumables | Credit | - | 4,200.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Probe needles are consumables with a finite lifecycle; their replacement is expensed as maintenance rather than capitalized.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Maintenance module should track needle counts or touchdowns per probe card.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Spikes in maintenance expense correlating with high-volume testing of specific product lines.
📄 Required Documentation
Work order for probe card refurbishment and inventory checkout slips.
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