Multi-Generation Memory Qualification for Precision Scale Platforms
A precision scale product line spanning two memory generations and three form factors was transferred to SIMORCHIP under a single qualification programme.
Application Overview
A precision scale product line spanning platform generations: current models on DDR4, earlier models on DDR3L, with mSATA storage across the range.
Project Requirements
The incumbent supply was being replaced, and the replacement had to cover every generation in the line under one programme.
Mixed-generation product lines present a recognised supply risk: current-generation components are widely quoted, while legacy components are frequently discontinued.
Project Configuration
DDR4 3200 SO-DIMM at 4GB, 8GB and 16GB; DDR3L 1600 SO-DIMM at 4GB and 8GB; mSATA 128GB.
Project configuration as recorded for this programme. Current product availability is listed under Products.
Qualification & Implementation
- Six months of qualification testing across both memory generations under one programme.
- Solution success rate recorded above 99%.
- Supply coverage extended across current and legacy specifications alike.
Recorded Outcomes
Lead time held at six weeks throughout, reducing supply risk. Procurement cost was reduced by 15% with support response time halved, and the product life cycle was extended by two years on stable legacy supply.
Key Engineering Factors
One qualification effort covering both memory generations rather than two separate exercises.
DDR3L and mSATA supplied as current commitments over the programme period.
The replacement measured against the incumbent across the qualification.