Quarch Technology Limited, headquarted in Aviemore, Scotland is a world leading supplier of automated test tools for Storage systems. Quarch’s scalable test systems enable manufactures of data storage to get to market faster with a more reliable product. Quarch products can be highly customised allowing the system to achieve a very rapid return on investment in any test environment.
Hot Swap, Signal Breaker & Fault Injection
Industry-standard fault testing without the complexity
In systems like data storage, telecommunications, networking, or AI in autonomous vehicles or aviation, testing for robust communication is critical.
Debugging hot-swap failures is complex, time consuming and expensive. Save time and money – use Quarch modules to fully automate your testing.
Quarch Technology’s Torridon system can be scaled to cover every testing requirement—from a single device in early R&D, to 1000+ drives in a huge array along with all its supporting cable interconnects.
Run thousands of device power cycles without manual intervention. Perform repeatable industry-standard tests, with highly accurate timing, and simulate physical layer faults for validation testing.
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Used by most major companies working on SSD design, Communications silicon, Telecomms interfacing and more.
Part of mandatory testing schedule for NVMe drives at the UNH-IOL Plugfests, to prove the reliability and robustness of NVMe.
Support for the latest generation interfaces, including PCIe Gen4 and Gen5, plus 100G LAN over QSFP28.
Support for PCIe, NVMe, CXL and OCP devices.
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NVMe Plugfest Testing
Going to an NVMe Plugfest to gain compliance test results for your equipment? Get the right kit and advice to make sure you are ready to pass!
Power Analysis
Power testing for sustainable development
Whether you’re in design, testing, product reviewing, or marketing, having high-quality power data is essential.
Understanding device power consumption is vital for creating sustainable products, as issues like consumption, heat output, and costs grow each year. Energy standards, such as the SNIA emerald standard and the US energy star rating, are rapidly increasing, making it essential to showcase your products’ energy credentials. Quarch tools offer a unique blend of simplicity and power at a competitive price compared to other market analyses.
Quarch power analysis benefits
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Plug-and-play fixing, setup in seconds.
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Support for a huge range of DC and AC devices.
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High-resolution, calibrated measurements.
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Powerful analysis applications.
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Simple automation with full access to raw data.
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Long-term recording.
Cable Tester
Easy to use and with a comprehensive set of reporting capabilities, the Cable Tester allows the kind of pre-emptive checks that will minimize debugging time and accelerate quality screening.
Physical Layer Switches
Automated re-cabling for test systems
With Quarch switches you can reconfigure your test rack with simple, remote commands.
Automate connections between multiple devices and run tests 24/7. Duplicate signals to multiple pieces of test equipment and share expensive tools, such as analyzers and traffic generators, between multiple tests.
Quarch’s physical layer switches are completely transparent at the protocol layer, so devices behave as though directly cabled. Our SAS/SATA and USB switches re-drive your signal without re-timing it, ensuring no errors are masked.
Our physical layer switches are used by RAID developers, IC designers, test labs and driver developers, and for motherboard and host design and testing.
- Improve test automation and test coverage.
- Avoid mistakes made during manual cable changes.
- Get better use of of limited test equipment.
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Quarch Compliance Suite
Compliance Suite allows fully automated testing with no need to develop your own test cases or automation systems. Quarch test cases cover a wide range of hot-plug, pin bounce and timing tests to ensure your system is stable in all cases and can handle likely physical layer faults that will occur in the field.
For those who want to perform a range of tests without the need for specialist knowledge or custom scripting, QCS is for you. Based on a cross-platform Java/Python implementation, tests can be run at the touch of a button. Results are comprehensively displayed in real-time, allowing you to see any problems right away.
Compliance Suite allows fully automated testing with no need to develop your own test cases or automation systems. Quarch test cases cover a wide range of hot-plug, pin bounce and timing tests to ensure your system is stable in all cases and can handle likely physical layer faults that will occur in the field.
Automated power margining and measurement
The Quarch Programmable Power Module (PPM) is a versatile tool used for testing and analyzing power supply performance. It supports various devices, including SSDs, HDDs, and PCIe/SAS/SATA devices, and allows for detailed measurements of voltage, current, and power consumption.
Key features include:
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Flexible Outputs
Supports 12V and 5V (switchable to 3V3) outputs, ideal for different device types.
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Real-World Measurement
Operates in a real-world environment, providing accurate measurements of power supplied from the host system to the device under test.
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Advanced Capabilities
Allows for complex scenarios like power margining, ramping, and glitching, with programmable voltage output waveforms.
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High-Speed Recording
Features a high-speed record function for capturing detailed data over extended periods.
Power Analysis Module | Automated Testing Tools
Quarch offers advanced power analysis tools, particularly the Power Analysis Module (PAM), designed to accurately measure and analyze power consumption in various devices and systems.
Key Features of Quarch Power Analysis Module (PAM)
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Real-World Measurement
The PAM operates in real-world environments, measuring the power supplied from the host system to the device under test. This allows for accurate assessments of system interactions and power consumption.
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Wide Device Support
It supports a broader range of devices and can measure multiple power rails, making it versatile for different testing scenarios.
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Programmable Voltage Outputs
The module allows programming of arbitrary voltage output waveforms, enabling simulations of various power conditions such as power-up ramps and power failures.
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High-Speed Recording
The PAM features a high-speed record function that captures voltage, current, and power consumption like an oscilloscope, providing detailed insights into device performance.
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Plug-and-Play Fixtures
The PAM includes plug-and-play interposers and fixtures that facilitate easy setup and integration with various devices, enhancing usability.
Applications
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Power Consumption Monitoring
The PAM is ideal for monitoring power consumption over extended periods, which is crucial for optimizing device efficiency and performance.
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Bug Identification
It helps in identifying bugs in systems by accurately measuring voltage, current, and power, allowing for the recreation of problematic scenarios.
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Automation and Control
Quarch's tools support automation, enabling continuous testing and monitoring, which is essential for large-scale operations.
Conclusion
Quarch's Power Analysis Module is a powerful tool for engineers and developers looking to analyze power consumption accurately in various applications, from data storage to automotive systems. Its advanced features and ease of use make it a valuable asset in the field of power analysis.
