August 2025 Testing Summary

Introduction

At Global ETS, we help protect the electronics industry from counterfeit and substandard components by providing trusted, accredited testing. Each month, our labs deliver valuable insights into what’s moving through the supply chain, from pass rates to device trends and test method usage. Here’s what August revealed.

Top Manufacturers Tested

Texas Instruments stayed as the top manufacturer this month at 7.68%, showing just how common their devices are across the supply chain. Analog Devices followed at 5.57%, also showed steady activity, reinforcing its strength in analog and mixed-signal technologies. Xilinx (4.80%), Altera (3.65%), and Micron Technology (3.45%) rounded out the top five this month.

Component Pass Rate

The overall pass rate came in at (87.57%), a significant decline from July’s (92.14%). This drop signals that more suspect or nonconforming components are moving through the market, and it reinforces why routine third-party testing remains vital. Without rigorous screening, these parts could easily slip into production lines, leading to costly rework, recalls, or system failures in the field.

Most Tested Device Types

FPGAs once again topped the list at (7.03%), showing their high value and ongoing vulnerability to counterfeiting. Amplifiers (4.56%) and flash memory (4.37%) continued to see strong testing volumes as both analog performance and data storage remain essential across industries. MOSFETs (4.18%) broke into the top group this month, showing heightened scrutiny on power management parts. Connectors (3.80%) rounded out the list — proof that even basic, widely used components require authentication to ensure they meet expectations.

Testing Methods Used

Visual inspection was the most applied method at (19.38%), offering a fast and cost-effective way to flag suspect parts before deeper analysis. Electrical testing (16.43%) followed, validating whether devices function as intended under load. X-ray (15.36%) remained a cornerstone for uncovering hidden structural issues, while XRF (12.69%) provided valuable material composition data to detect anomalies. Decapsulation (11.99%) closed out the top five, enabling a direct look inside a component to confirm authenticity. Together, these methods form a layered defense strategy against counterfeits.

Conclusion

August’s results show how quickly the landscape can shift, with pass rates dropping and new device types moving into focus. At Global ETS, our accredited labs and advanced methods give you the confidence that only authentic, high-quality components make it into your products. To learn more, visit www.gets-usa.com or contact us at sales@gets-usa.com.