Why Repair Matters Now?
For organisations that depend on critical electronics, replacement is becoming slower, more expensive and less sustainable. Long lead times, component shortages and OEM obsolescence can leave essential assets unavailable when they are needed most.
With the right diagnostic tools, training and repair strategy, engineering teams can recover failed circuit boards, retain technical knowledge and extend asset life. Since 1983, ABI Electronics has helped organisations build this capability in-house, reducing external dependency, protecting availability and creating lasting value.
Supply-Chain Resilience
Obsolescence Management
Reduced Asset Downtime
Improved Sustainability
Organisations Adopting Repair Achieve on Average...
Reduced Emissions By
Savings Per Year
Improved Asset Availability by
Scrappage Avoidance
What Powers a Successful Repair Strategy?
From component-level diagnostics and reverse engineering to automated testing and programming, ABI provides the technology, training and workflows needed to establish a structured in-house electronics maintenance capability. Engineering teams can isolate faults, recover unsupported circuit boards, standardise test procedures and identify component degradation, keeping critical assets operational for longer.
BoardMaster
A uniquely versatile, self-contained and easy to use test system, offering the most complete set of diagnostic instruments for fault-finding on any kind of PCB….
RevEng
A highly effective and efficient method of producing professional-grade circuit diagrams from a sample board. Reverse engineer your PCBs fast and accurately…
JTAGMaster
A fully integrated system for the configuration and diagnosis of Programmable Logic Devices (PLDs), programming of EEPROMs and boundary scan testing…
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MMS
Advance your BoardMaster potential with automated functionality. The Multiplexed Matrix Switch measures and compares up to 64 points on a circuit board…
SENTRY
Quickly detect counterfeit and non-conforming components with SENTRY, an ideal addition to your anti-counterfeit measures and goods inwards inspections…
Accessories
Tailor your repair set-up to fit any specific, individual requirements with our wide range of accessories and customised solutions, that pair perfectly with our products…
Sector Applications
With far-reaching potential and adaptability, our products have been deployed across the globe in a variety of sectors for very distinctive applications. Discover how our main sectors are uniquely applying ABI solutions in daily maintenance workflows to achieve faster turnarounds, increased savings and reduced emissions
Real World, Real Successes
Capability Development
System Training
At ABI, we are firm believers that skills development should go hand in hand with the products we provide. We will work closely with your technicians to deliver the necessary training required as part of our post-purchase support, getting them ready to make the most out of our systems.
- Highly skilled trainers
- Step by step guidance
- Power off & power on testing
- Tailored to your needs
- User-Level certified
- ABI Headquarters or Onsite
- 4-5 Days
- 4 Technicians (Expandable)
- Beginner/Intermediate Level
Certification
Developed in partnership with industry leader Collins Aerospace, this MBA-style online course is for technicians keen to take their BoardMaster knowledge to the next level and become an ABI-certified trainer within their organisation.
- Boost technical experise
- Enhance repair confidence
- Unlock advanced techniques
- Improve diagnostics effiicency
- Become an in-house trainer
- Online Only
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Individual or group
- Advanced/Trainer Level
Customer Thoughts
“We went from spending 50 hours to 10 minutes troubleshooting avionics assemblies with BoardMaster.“
Najwa Khazal
Collins Aerospace
“The BoardMaster is an exceptionally versatile tool. A great ally to diagnose faults in electronic boards with precision.“
Claudio Marins
Electronic service engineer
VLT Carioca
“The BoardMaster exceeded expectations! We would like to thank our trainers for the outstanding training session.“
Team Leader
British Intelligence Agency
“ The BoardMaster is an incredibly powerful tool that led us to a new era of cost savings“
Ray Holden
Irish Rail
“The BoardMaster and RevEng helped us become self-sufficient and increased our system’s reliability. In 5 years we saved over US$50Million.“
Mário Fioratti
Metrô de São Paulo
“Complex root cause analysis on electronic devices takes 40 minutes now with BoardMaster rather than 4 days with old methods.“
Daniel Tooker
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control
“A failed HVAC controller board almost cost us US$10 million. With BoardMaster, we repaired and restored the system, spending 40 minutes and pennies on replacement components.“
US Army National Guard
“The introduction of ABI’s BoardMaster and RevEng platforms within the MoD has fundamentally strengthened our approach to electronic obsolescence management. High-value assets have been recovered in-house, avoiding costly redesign and replacement. The scale of savings runs into the millions of pounds, but equally important is the preservation of technical knowledge and the protection of operational availability.“
Dr Matt Darkin, PhD
Senior Specialist Fellow for Obsolescence
UK Ministry of Defence
Our Story
ABI Electronics has designed and manufactured cutting-edge circuit board fault diagnostic and reverse engineering solutions in the UK since 1983. We have over 40 years' experience in developing the highest quality testing and fault-finding equipment. Backed by a global reputation for quality and service, we are certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2015. Over the years, we have remained loyal to our core principle of designing and manufacturing quality products in-house, in the UK.
Our company's founder, Ian Fletcher, developed the world's first low-cost integrated circuit testing solution, adopted by engineers worldwide. This was a breakthrough for the maintenance industry, kickstarting our product line and establishing our reputation as a leading provider of test and measurement equipment. In 2015, we built on this success with the launch of Repair, Don't Waste, a global movement promoting the benefits of repair over replacement across multiple sectors. Repair Don't Waste members collectively save hundreds of millions of Pounds yearly, reducing e-waste and downtime while creating new job opportunities globally.
Today, ABI's BoardMaster, RevEng and JTAGMaster support the maintenance of mission-critical systems across defence, aerospace, rail, energy, automotive, industrial and biomedical sectors, trusted by organisations including Lockheed Martin, Honeywell, NASA, Samsung and the UK Ministry of Defence. Our solutions are renowned for their adaptability and the measurable value they deliver through reduced costs and downtime.
FAQs
What does ABI Electronics do?
ABI Electronics designs and manufactures component-level fault diagnostic and repair equipment in the UK. Our systems, including BoardMaster, RevEng, SENTRY and JTAGMaster, are used to test, diagnose and repair complex electronic assemblies down to individual component level, eliminating No Fault Found (NFF) and extending the operational life of critical equipment.
What industries use ABI Electronics products?
Our equipment is used across defence, aerospace, rail, energy, automotive, industrial and biomedical sectors. Customers include Lockheed Martin, Honeywell, Leonardo, Collins Aerospace, the UK Ministry of Defence (DE&S and DECA), Alstom and the US Army National Guard, among others.
What is component-level repair, and why does it matter?
Component-level repair identifies and replaces the specific failed part on a printed circuit board, rather than replacing the entire board or unit. This approach reduces cost per repair, shortens turnaround time, and keeps legacy and obsolete systems operational when replacement boards are no longer available. For organisations managing ageing fleets or platforms with long service lives, it is a core capability for sustaining readiness rather than a cost-cutting measure alone.
Can ABI systems diagnose obsolete or unsupported circuit boards without schematics or OEM support?
Yes. RevEng, our reverse engineering solution, enables in-house recreation of documentation and test procedures for PCBs that are no longer supported by the original manufacturer. This is critical for organisations maintaining legacy platforms where OEM support has ended but the equipment must remain in service. RevEng and BoardMaster are often used in conjunction to deliver the best fault coverage and obsolescence management solution.
How much does ABI Electronics equipment cost?
For BoardMaster, RevEng, SENTRY and other systems, pricing depends on configuration and application, so please contact us for a quotation. Pricing for ChipMaster Compact Professional (P/N 410001) and LinearMaster Compact Professional (P/N 510001) is available directly.
What is Repair, Don't Waste (RDW)?
Repair, Don’t Waste is a global movement founded by ABI Electronics in 2015 to promote repair over replacement as a strategic and environmental priority. Repair, Don’t Waste (RDW ) now has over 300 member organisations, which collectively save more than £100 million per year while reducing e-waste and equipment downtime. Learn more at repairdontwaste.com.
What is RevEng, and when is it used?
ABI RevEng is a PCB reverse engineering and schematic generation system. It uses guided continuity testing, clips, connectors and probes to learn the connectivity of an unpowered physical circuit board. RevEng then produces a netlist that can be transferred into CAD software to create professional circuit diagrams. It is used when schematics are missing, inaccurate or no longer available from the original equipment manufacturer, particularly for obsolete or unsupported electronics. RevEng recovers the board’s design information, while BoardMaster diagnoses faults. Together, they support documentation recovery, component-level troubleshooting and long-term asset maintenance.
Does ABI repair boards or build customer capability?
ABI Electronics primarily helps organisations establish their own in-house PCB diagnostic and repair capability. ABI is not a general outsourced circuit board repair service. It provides diagnostic and reverse engineering equipment, software, technical training and implementation support so customers can troubleshoot and maintain their own electronics. This approach allows organisations to retain technical knowledge, reduce dependence on OEMs and external repair providers, develop repeatable procedures and respond more quickly when critical equipment fails. The customer’s engineering team owns and develops the long-term repair capability.
What industries use ABI products?
ABI products are used in industries that depend on critical, high-value or long-life electronic systems. These include defence, aerospace and aviation MRO, rail and metro transport, automotive manufacturing, semiconductor production, energy and renewable power, medical equipment, telecommunications and industrial automation. ABI systems are particularly relevant where equipment downtime is costly, replacement lead times are long, technical documentation is missing or OEM support has ended. They can support maintenance, fault diagnosis, reverse engineering, production testing and electronics obsolescence management.
How is BoardMaster different from conventional test equipment?
ABI BoardMaster is an integrated PCB diagnostic system designed to identify faults at the board and component level. Conventional instruments such as oscilloscopes and digital multimeters usually provide individual measurements that require further interpretation. BoardMaster combines powered and unpowered testing, digital and analogue functional testing, 2D and 3D V-I analysis, live comparison, IC identification and multiple programmable instruments in one platform. Its TestFlow software also enables teams to create guided, repeatable diagnostic procedures. Conventional instruments remain useful, but BoardMaster helps technicians progress from taking measurements to locating the faulty circuit or component.
What training and support does ABI provide?
ABI Electronics provides tailored technical training for its complete product range, from basic equipment operation to advanced diagnostic applications. Training can be delivered at ABI’s UK facility or at the customer’s site and is adapted to the equipment, users and operational objectives involved. Courses can cover test methods, component-level fault diagnosis, TestFlow procedure creation, RevEng operation and the development of structured repair processes. Dedicated training boards and guides are also available. Customers receive free ongoing technical support, free software updates and access to ABI’s international distributor and support network.
What results have customers achieved?
Published ABI customer projects demonstrate measurable improvements in repair time, cost, asset availability and technical independence. The UK Ministry of Defence and Defence Electronic Components Agency reported cost reductions of 94% to 99% against traditional replacement strategies across multiple programmes, with savings running into tens of millions of pounds. Collins Aerospace reduced the test time for an aircraft engine control module (FADEC) diagnostic process by more than 50% using BoardMaster and TestFlow. ReNew Biomedical recovered more than US$100,000 in equipment value and reported recovering its BoardMaster investment in less than six months. Results vary by application, implementation and workload.