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Document And Entity Information - USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2013	Mar. 19, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name	INTEST CORP
Document Type	10-K
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		10,557,678
Entity Public Float			$ 29,988,259
Amendment Flag	false
Entity Central Index Key	0001036262
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Filer Category	Smaller Reporting Company
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	No
Document Period End Date	Dec. 31, 2013
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2013
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY

Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Common Stock [Member]
Stockholders' equity:
Total stockholders' equity	$ 106	$ 105
Cash and cash equivalents	19,018	15,576
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $147 and $147, respectively	5,748	5,501
Inventories	3,243	3,135
Deferred tax assets	701	1,004
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	371	363
Total current assets	29,081	25,579
Machinery and equipment	4,190	3,948
Leasehold improvements	594	591
Gross property and equipment	4,784	4,539
Less: accumulated depreciation	(3,530)	(3,289)
Net property and equipment	1,254	1,250
Deferred tax assets	1,030	1,034
Goodwill	1,706	1,706
Intangible assets, net	1,748	2,194
Restricted certificates of deposit	450	450
Other assets	212	186
Total assets	35,481	32,399
Accounts payable	1,064	1,041
Accrued wages and benefits	1,635	1,562
Accrued sales commissions	305	348
Accrued rent	577	529
Accrued professional fees	367	385
Deferred revenue and customer deposits	74	255
Domestic and foreign income taxes payable	83	83
Other current liabilities	227	376
Total current liabilities	4,332	4,579
Commitments and Contingencies (Notes 11 and 13)
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value; 5,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued or outstanding	0	0
Common stock, $0.01 par value; 20,000,000 shares authorized; 10,590,755 and 10,453,255 shares issued, respectively	106	105
Addtional paid-in capital	26,187	26,030
Retained earnings	3,713	636
Accumulated other comprehensive earnings	1,347	1,253
Treasury stock, at cost; 33,077 and 33,077 shares, respectively	(204)	(204)
Total stockholders' equity	31,149	27,820
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$ 35,481	$ 32,399

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parentheticals) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Common Stock [Member]
Common stock, shares issued	10,590,755	10,453,255
Allowance for doubtful accounts, respectively (in Dollars)	$ 147	$ 147
Preferred stock par value (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Preferred stock, shares authorized	5,000,000	5,000,000
Preferred stock, shares issued	0	0
Preferred stock, shares outstanding	0	0
Common stock, par value (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	20,000,000	20,000,000
Treasury stock, at cost, shares, respectively	33,077	33,077

Consolidated Statements of Operations - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Net revenues	$ 39,426	$ 43,376
Cost of revenues	20,411	24,317
Gross margin	19,015	19,059
Operating expenses:
Selling expense	5,395	5,425
Engineering and product development expense	3,683	3,895
General and administrative expense	5,975	6,430
Restructuring and other charges		313
Total operating expenses	15,053	16,063
Operating income	3,962	2,996
Other income	46	57
Earnings before income tax expense	4,008	3,053
Income tax expense	931	897
Net earnings	$ 3,077	$ 2,156
Net earnings per common share:
Basic (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.30	$ 0.21
Diluted (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.30	$ 0.21
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic (in Shares)	10,363,678	10,273,377
Diluted (in Shares)	10,419,103	10,347,077

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Earnings - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Net earnings	$ 3,077	$ 2,156
Foreign currency translation adjustments	94	36
Comprehensive earnings	$ 3,171	$ 2,192

Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Common Stock [Member]	Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]	Retained Earnings [Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]	Treasury Stock [Member]	Total
Balance at Dec. 31, 2011	$ 105	$ 26,035	$ (686)	$ 1,217	$ (472)	$ 26,199
Balance (in Shares) at Dec. 31, 2011	10,463,255
Net earnings			2,156			2,156
Cash dividends of $0.08 per common share			(834)			(834)
Other comprehensive loss				36		36
Amortization of deferred compensation related to restricted stock		113				$ 113
Stock options exercised (in Shares)						0
Forfeiture of non-vested shares of restricted stock (in Shares)	(10,000)
Issuance of 43,251 shares to satisfy profit sharing expense		(118)			268	$ 150
Balance at Dec. 31, 2012	$ 105	26,030	636	1,253	(204)	27,820
Balance (in Shares) at Dec. 31, 2012	10,453,255
Net earnings			3,077			3,077
Other comprehensive loss				94		94
Amortization of deferred compensation related to restricted stock		128				128
Issuance of non-vested shares of restricted stock (in Shares)	127,500
Issuance of non-vested shares of restricted stock	$ 1	(1)				462
Stock options exercised		30				$ 30
Stock options exercised (in Shares)	10,000					10,000
Balance at Dec. 31, 2013	$ 106	$ 26,187	$ 3,713	$ 1,347	$ (204)	$ 31,149
Balance (in Shares) at Dec. 31, 2013	10,590,755

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net earnings	$ 3,077	$ 2,156
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	847	933
Provision for excess and obsolete inventory	311	688
Foreign exchange (gain) loss	4	(12)
Amortization of deferred compensation related to restricted stock	128	113
Profit sharing expense funded through the issuance of treasury stock		150
Gain on sale of property and equipment	(3)
Proceeds from sale of demonstration equipment, net of gain	32	109
Deferred income tax expense	307	443
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Trade accounts receivable	(233)	1,868
Inventories	(416)	948
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	(6)	(60)
Restricted certificates of deposit		50
Other assets	(18)	(3)
Accounts payable	23	(67)
Accrued wages and benefits	63	(237)
Accrued sales commissions	(43)	(227)
Accrued rent	48	122
Accrued professional fees	(19)	(66)
Deferred revenue and customer deposits	(182)	(171)
Domestic and foreign income taxes payable		75
Other current liabilities	(150)	(167)
Net cash provided by operating activities	3,770	6,645
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Acquisition of business		(3,802)
Purchase of property and equipment	(424)	(431)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment	10	19
Net cash used in investing activitites	(414)	(4,214)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Cash dividends paid		(834)
Proceeds from stock options exercised	30
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	30	(834)
Effects of exchange rates on cash	56	22
Net cash provided by all activities	3,442	1,619
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	15,576	13,957
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	19,018	15,576
Cash payments for:
Domestic and foreign income taxes	623	379
Interest		8
Details of acquisition:
Fair value of assets acquired		4,026
Liabilities assumed		(274)
Goodwill resulting from acquisition		50
Net cash paid for acquisition		3,802
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NON-CASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Issuance of non-vested shares of restricted stock	$ 462
Forfeiture of non-vested shares of restricted stock		$ (14)

Note 1 - Nature of Operations

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]

Nature of Operations [Text Block]

(1) NATURE OF OPERATIONS

We are an independent designer, manufacturer and marketer of thermal, mechanical and electrical products that are primarily used by semiconductor manufacturers in conjunction with automatic test equipment ("ATE") in the testing of integrated circuits ("ICs" or "semiconductors"). In addition, in recent years we have begun marketing our thermal products in markets outside the ATE market, such as the automotive, consumer electronics, defense/aerospace, energy, industrial and telecommunications markets.

The consolidated entity is comprised of inTEST Corporation (parent) and our wholly-owned subsidiaries. We have three reportable segments which are also our reporting units: Thermal Products, Mechanical Products and Electrical Products. We manufacture our products in the U.S. Marketing and support activities are conducted worldwide from our facilities in the U.S., Germany and Singapore. On January 16, 2012, Temptronic Corporation ("Temptronic"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of inTEST Corporation, acquired substantially all of the assets and certain liabilities of Thermonics, Inc. ("Thermonics"), a division of Test Enterprises, Inc. The acquisition of the Thermonics business broadens the product line of inTEST's Thermal Products Segment. This acquisition is discussed further in Note 3.

The semiconductor market in which we operate is characterized by rapid technological change, competitive pricing pressures and cyclical market patterns. This market is subject to significant economic downturns at various times. Our financial results are affected by a wide variety of factors, including, but not limited to, general economic conditions worldwide and in the markets in which we operate, economic conditions specific to the semiconductor market and the other markets we serve, our ability to safeguard patented technology and intellectual property in a rapidly evolving market, downward pricing pressures from customers, and our reliance on a relatively few number of customers for a significant portion of our sales. In addition, we are exposed to the risk of obsolescence of our inventory depending on the mix of future business and technological changes within the semiconductor market. As a result of these or other factors, we may experience significant period-to-period fluctuations in future operating results.

Note 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]

(2) SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of Presentation and Use of Estimates

The accompanying consolidated financial statements include our accounts and those of our wholly-owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated upon consolidation. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Certain of our accounts, including inventories, long-lived assets, goodwill, identifiable intangibles, deferred income tax valuation allowances and product warranty reserves, are particularly impacted by estimates.

Reclassification

Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to be comparable with the current year's presentation.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Short-term investments that have maturities of three months or less when purchased are considered to be cash equivalents and are carried at cost, which approximates market value.

Trade Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

Trade accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and do not bear interest. We grant credit to customers and generally require no collateral. To minimize our risk, we perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers' financial condition. The allowance for doubtful accounts is our best estimate of the amount of probable credit losses in our existing accounts receivable. We determine the allowance based on historical write-off experience and the aging of such receivables, among other factors. Account balances are charged off against the allowance after all means of collection have been exhausted and the potential for recovery is considered remote. We do not have any off-balance sheet credit exposure related to our customers. Bad debt expense (recovery) was $0 and $(8) for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Cash flows from accounts receivable are recorded in operating cash flows.

Fair Value of Financial Instruments

Our financial instruments, principally accounts receivable and accounts payable, are carried at cost which approximates fair value, due to the short maturities of the accounts.

Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost on a first-in, first-out basis, not in excess of market value. Cash flows from the sale of inventories are recorded in operating cash flows. On a quarterly basis, we review our inventories and record excess and obsolete inventory charges based upon our established objective excess and obsolete inventory criteria. These criteria identify material that has not been used in a work order during the prior twelve months and the quantity of material on hand that is greater than the average annual usage of that material over the prior three years. In certain cases, additional excess and obsolete inventory charges are recorded based upon current market conditions, anticipated product life cycles, new product introductions and expected future use of the inventory. The excess and obsolete inventory charges we record establish a new cost basis for the related inventories. We incurred excess and obsolete inventory charges of $311 and $688 for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Property and Equipment

Machinery and equipment are stated at cost. As further discussed below under "Goodwill, Intangible and Long-Lived Assets," machinery and equipment that has been determined to be impaired is written down to its fair value at the time of the impairment. Depreciation is based upon the estimated useful life of the assets using the straight-line method. The estimated useful lives range from one to ten years. Leasehold improvements are recorded at cost and amortized over the shorter of the lease term or the estimated useful life of the asset. We record leasehold improvements made to our leased facilities based on the amount of the total cost to construct the improvements regardless of whether a portion of that cost was paid through an allowance provided by the facility's landlord. Expenditures for maintenance and repairs are charged to operations as incurred. Total depreciation expense was $401 and $457 for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Goodwill, Intangible and Long-Lived Assets

We account for goodwill and intangible assets in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 350 (Intangibles- Goodwill and Other). Finite-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful economic life and are carried at cost less accumulated amortization. Goodwill is assessed for impairment at least annually in the fourth quarter, on a reporting unit basis, or more frequently when events and circumstances occur indicating that the recorded goodwill may be impaired. As a part of the goodwill impairment assessment, we have the option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. If we determine this is the case, we are required to perform a two-step goodwill impairment test to identify potential goodwill impairment and measure the amount of goodwill impairment loss to be recognized. The two-step test is discussed below. If we determine that it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of the reporting unit is greater than its carrying amounts, the two-step goodwill impairment test is not required.

If we determine it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a result of our qualitative assessment, we will perform a quantitative two-step goodwill impairment test. In the Step I test, the fair value of a reporting unit is computed and compared with its book value. If the book value of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, a Step II test is performed in which the implied fair value of goodwill is compared with the carrying amount of goodwill. If the carrying amount of goodwill exceeds the implied fair value, an impairment loss is recorded in an amount equal to that excess. The two-step goodwill impairment assessment is based upon a combination of the income approach, which estimates the fair value of our reporting units based upon a discounted cash flow approach, and the market approach which estimates the fair value of our reporting units based upon comparable market multiples. This fair value is then reconciled to our market capitalization at year end with an appropriate control premium. The determination of the fair value of our reporting units requires management to make significant estimates and assumptions including the selection of appropriate peer group companies, control premiums, discount rate, terminal growth rates, forecasts of revenue and expense growth rates, changes in working capital, depreciation, amortization and capital expenditures. Changes in assumptions concerning future financial results or other underlying assumptions would have a significant impact on either the fair value of the reporting unit or the amount of the goodwill impairment charge.

Indefinite-lived intangible assets are assessed for impairment at least annually in the fourth quarter, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. As a part of the impairment assessment, we have the option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more likely than not that an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired. If, as a result of our qualitative assessment, we determine that it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of the indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying amount, the quantitative impairment test is required. Otherwise, no further testing is required. The quantitative impairment test consists of a comparison of the fair value of the intangible asset with its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of the intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is recognized in an amount equal to that excess.

Long-lived assets, which consist of finite-lived intangible assets and property and equipment, are assessed for impairment whenever events or changes in business circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the assets may not be fully recoverable or that the useful lives of these assets are no longer appropriate. Each impairment test is based on a comparison of the estimated undiscounted cash flows to the recorded value of the asset. If impairment is indicated, the asset is written down to its estimated fair value. The cash flow estimates used to determine the impairment, if any, contain management's best estimates using appropriate assumptions and projections at that time.

Stock-Based Compensation

We account for stock-based compensation in accordance with ASC Topic 718 (Compensation - Stock Compensation) which requires that employee share-based equity awards be accounted for under the fair value method and requires the use of an option pricing model for estimating fair value, which is then amortized to expense over the service periods. See further disclosures related to our stock-based compensation plan in Note 14.

Subsequent Events

We have made an assessment of our operations and determined that there were no material subsequent events requiring adjustment to, or disclosure in, our consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013, other than the approval of the inTEST Corporation 2014 Stock Plan, as discussed further in Note 18.

Revenue Recognition

We recognize revenue when persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, delivery has occurred or services have been rendered, the price is fixed or determinable, and collection of the related receivable is reasonably assured. Sales of our products are made through our sales employees, third-party sales representatives and distributors. There are no differences in revenue recognition policies based on the sales channel. We do not provide our customers with rights of return or exchanges. Revenue is generally recognized upon product shipment. Our customers' purchase orders do not typically contain any customer-specific acceptance criteria, other than that the product performs within the agreed upon specifications. We test all products manufactured as part of our quality assurance process to determine that they comply with specifications prior to shipment to a customer. To the extent that any customer purchase order contains customer-specific acceptance criteria, revenue recognition is deferred until customer acceptance.

In addition, in our Thermal Products segment, we lease certain of our equipment to customers under non-cancellable operating leases. These leases generally have an initial term of six months. We recognize revenue for these leases on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

With respect to sales tax collected from customers and remitted to governmental authorities, we use a net presentation in our consolidated statement of operations. As a result, there are no amounts included in either our net revenues or cost of revenues related to sales tax.

Product Warranties

We generally provide product warranties and record estimated warranty expense at the time of sale based upon historical claims experience. Warranty expense is included in selling expense in the consolidated financial statements.

Engineering and Product Development

Engineering and product development costs, which consist primarily of the salary and related benefits costs of our technical staff, as well as the cost of materials used in product development, are expensed as incurred.

Restructuring and Other Charges

We recognize a liability for restructuring costs at fair value only when the liability is incurred. The three main components of our restructuring plans have been related to workforce reductions, the consolidation of excess facilities and asset impairments. Workforce-related charges are accrued when it is determined that a liability has been incurred, which is generally after individuals have been notified of their termination dates and expected severance benefits. Plans to consolidate excess facilities result in charges for lease termination fees and future commitments to pay lease charges, net of estimated future sub-lease income. We recognize these charges when we have vacated the premises. In addition, as a result of plans to consolidate excess facilities, we may incur other associated costs such as charges to relocate inventory, equipment or personnel. We recognize charges for other associated costs when these costs are incurred, which is generally when the goods or services have been provided to us. Assets that may be impaired consist of property and equipment and intangible assets. Asset impairment charges are based on an estimate of the amounts and timing of future cash flows related to the expected future remaining use and ultimate sale or disposal of the asset.

Foreign Currency

For our foreign subsidiaries whose functional currency is not the U.S. dollar, assets and liabilities are translated using the exchange rate in effect at the balance sheet date. The results of operations are translated using an average exchange rate for the period. The effects of rate fluctuations in translating assets and liabilities of these international operations into U.S. dollars are included in accumulated other comprehensive earnings in stockholders' equity. Transaction gains or losses are included in net earnings. For the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, foreign currency transaction gains (losses) were $(4) and $12, respectively.

Income Taxes

The asset and liability method is used in accounting for income taxes. Under this method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for operating loss and tax credit carryforwards and for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the results of operations in the period that includes the enactment date. A valuation allowance is recorded to reduce the carrying amounts of deferred tax assets if it is more likely than not that such assets will not be realized.

Net Earnings Per Common Share

Net earnings per common share - basic is computed by dividing net earnings by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during each period. Net earnings per common share - diluted is computed by dividing net earnings by the weighted average number of common shares and common share equivalents outstanding during each period. Common share equivalents represent stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock and are calculated using the treasury stock method. Common share equivalents are excluded from the calculation if their effect is anti-dilutive.

The table below sets forth, for the periods indicated, a reconciliation of weighted average common shares outstanding - basic to weighted average common shares and common share equivalents outstanding - diluted and the average number of potentially dilutive securities and their respective weighted average exercise prices that were excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share because their effect was anti-dilutive:

	*Years Ended December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*

Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic		10,363,678		10,273,377
Potentially dilutive securities:
Employee stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock		55,425		73,700
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted		10,419,103		10,347,077
Average number of potentially dilutive securities excluded from calculation		30,554		39,209

Effect of Recently Issued Amendments to Authoritative Accounting Guidance

In February 2013, the FASB issued amendments to existing guidance on the accounting for accumulated other comprehensive income. The amendments require entities to provide information about the amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income by component. In addition, an entity is required to present, either on the face of the financial statements or in the notes, significant amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income by the respective line items of net income, but only if the amount reclassified is required to be reclassified in its entirety in the same reporting period. For amounts that are not required to be reclassified in their entirety to net income, an entity is required to cross-reference to other disclosures that provide additional details about those amounts. The amendments were effective for annual and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2012. We adopted these amendments on January 1, 2013.

Note 3 - Acquisition

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]

Mergers, Acquisitions and Dispositions Disclosures [Text Block]

(3) ACQUISITION

On January 16, 2012, Temptronic acquired substantially all of the assets and certain liabilities of Thermonics pursuant to the Asset Purchase Agreement dated December 9, 2011. Thermonics is engaged in the business of designing, manufacturing, selling and distributing temperature forcing systems used in the testing of various products under temperature controlled situations. The acquisition of the Thermonics business broadened the product line of inTEST's Thermal Products segment.

The purchase price for the assets was approximately $3,802 in cash, plus the assumption of specified liabilities, including trade payables and certain customer contract obligations. In connection with this acquisition, we also signed a separate one year lease for the facility then occupied by Thermonics in Sunnyvale, California. This facility was owned by certain shareholders of the seller. We ceased operations at this facility in February 2012 and relocated the Thermonics product line to our facility in Mansfield, Massachusetts where our Temptronic operations are located. During 2012, we recorded a restructuring charge of $313 related to this action. See Note 5 for further detail regarding this charge.

Total acquisition costs incurred to complete this transaction were $485. The portion of these costs that was incurred in 2011 was $148. Acquisition costs are expensed as incurred and included in general and administrative expense.

The Thermonics acquisition was accounted for as a purchase business combination and, accordingly, the results of Thermonics have been included in our consolidated results of operations from the date of acquisition. The allocation of the total purchase price of Thermonics net tangible and identifiable intangible assets was based on their estimated fair values as of the acquisition date. The tangible assets acquired include accounts receivable, inventory, and property and equipment. Liabilities assumed include trade payables, certain customer contract obligations and accrued payments under a non-compete/non-solicitation agreement with a former employee of Thermonics. Identifiable intangible assets acquired include customer relationships, customer backlog, the Thermonics trade name, patented technology, and a non-compete/non-solicitation agreement with a former employee of Thermonics. The excess of the purchase price over the identifiable intangible and net tangible assets in the amount of $50 was allocated to goodwill and is deductible for tax purposes. Goodwill is attributed to the synergies that are expected to result from the operations of the combined businesses. The determination of fair value reflects the assistance of third-party valuation specialists, as well as our own estimates and assumptions.

The following represents the allocation of the purchase price:

Goodwill	$	50
Identifable intangible assets		1,728
Tangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed:
Trade accounts receivable		1,161
Inventories		874
Property and equipment		263
Accounts payable		(77	)
Accrued non-compete/non-solicitation payments		(48	)
Accrued sales commissions		(82	)
Accrued warranty		(67	)
Total purchase price	$	3,802

We estimated the fair value of identifiable intangible assets acquired using a combination of the income, cost and market approaches. The following table provides further information about the finite-lived intangible assets acquired in connection with the acquisition of Thermonics as of the acquisition date:

	Fair Value		Weighted Average Estimated Useful Life
			(in months)
Customer relationships	$	1,110		72
Customer backlog		70		3
Thermonics trade name		140		48
Patented technology		360		132
Non-compete/non-solicitation agreement		48		18

Total intangible assets	$	1,728		78.3

For the period from January 16, 2012 to December 31, 2012, Thermonics contributed $4,692 of net revenues. We do not track net income within our Thermal Products segment by product line. As a result, the net income for Thermonics for the period from January 16, 2012 to December 31, 2012 is not available.

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block]

(4) GOODWILL, INTANGIBLE AND LONG-LIVED ASSETS

Goodwill and intangible assets on our balance sheets are the result of our acquisitions of Sigma Systems Corp. ("Sigma") in October 2008 and Thermonics in January 2012. The acquisition of Thermonics is discussed further in Note 3.

Goodwill

All of our goodwill is allocated to our Thermal Products segment. There were no changes in the amount of the carrying value of goodwill for the year ended December 31, 2013.

Intangible Assets

The following table provides further detail about our intangible assets as of December 31, 2013 and 2012:

	*December 31, 2013*
	Gross Carrying Amount		*Accumulated* *Amortization*		Net Carrying Amount
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Customer relationships	$	1,480	$	725	$	755
Patented technology		590		307		283
Software		270		142		128
Trade name		140		68		72
Customer backlog		70		70		-
Non-compete/non-solicitation agreement		48		48		-
Total finite-lived intangible assets		2,598		1,360		1,238
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
Sigma trademark		510		-		510
Total intangible assets	$	3,108	$	1,360	$	1,748

	*December 31, 2012*
	Gross Carrying Amount		*Accumulated* *Amortization*		Net Carrying Amount
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Customer relationships	$	1,480	$	439	$	1,041
Patented technology		590		233		357
Software		270		115		155
Trade name		140		33		107
Customer backlog		70		70		-
Non-compete/non-solicitation agreement		48		24		24
Total finite-lived intangible assets		2,598		914		1,684
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
Sigma trademark		510		-		510
Total intangible assets	$	3,108	$	914	$	2,194

We generally amortize our finite-lived intangible assets over their estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis, unless an alternate amortization method can be reliably determined. Any such alternate amortization method would be based on the pattern in which the economic benefits of the intangible asset are expected to be consumed. None of our finite-lived assets have any residual value. The following table provides further information about the estimated useful lives of our finite-lived intangible assets as of December 31, 2013:

	Estimated Useful Life		Remaining Estimated Useful Life at Dec. 31, 2013
	- - - - (in months) - - - -
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Customer relationships		72		9
Software		120		57
Patented technology		60		-
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Thermonics:
Customer relationships		72		48.5
Customer backlog		3		-
Trade name		48		24.5
Patented technology		132		108.5
Non-compete/non-solicitation agreement		18		-

The following table sets forth changes in the amount of the carrying value of finite-lived intangible assets for the year ended December 31, 2013:

Balance - January 1, 2013	$	1,684
Amortization		(446	)
Balance - December 31, 2013	$	1,238

Total amortization expense for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 was $446 and $476, respectively. The following table sets forth the estimated annual amortization expense for our finite-lived intangible assets for each of the next five years:

2014	$	355
2015	$	289
2016	$	229
2017	$	212
2018	$	65

Impairment of Goodwill and Indefinite Life Intangible Assets

During December 2013 and 2012, we assessed our goodwill and indefinite life intangible asset for impairment in accordance with the requirements of ASC Topic 350 (Intangibles - Goodwill and Other). Our goodwill impairment assessment is based upon a combination of the income approach, which estimates the fair value of our reporting units based upon a discounted cash flow approach, and the market approach which estimates the fair value of our reporting units based upon comparable market multiples. This fair value is then reconciled to our market capitalization at year end with an appropriate control premium. The discount rate used in 2013 and 2012 for the discounted cash flows were 20% and 24%, respectively. The selection of these rates was based upon our analysis of market based estimates of capital costs and discount rates. The peer companies used in the market approach operate in our market segment. The determination of the fair value of our reporting units requires management to make significant estimates and assumptions including the selection of appropriate peer group companies, control premiums, discount rate, terminal growth rates, forecasts of revenue and expense growth rates, changes in working capital, depreciation, amortization and capital expenditures. Changes in assumptions concerning future financial results or other underlying assumptions would have a significant impact on either the fair value of the reporting unit or the amount of the goodwill impairment charge.

During the goodwill impairment assessment in both 2013 and 2012, we performed a Step I test to identify potential impairment, in which the fair value of the reporting unit was compared with its book value. This assessment indicated no impairment existed as the fair value of this reporting unit was determined to exceed its carrying value by 65% or $13,888 at December 31, 2013 and by 41% or $7,516 at December 31, 2012.

During the indefinite life intangible asset impairment assessment in both 2013 and 2012, we compared the fair value of our intangible asset with its carrying amount. This assessment indicated no impairment existed as the fair value of the intangible assets exceeded their carrying values in both 2013 and 2012.

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Finite-lived Intangible Assets

As previously noted, our long-lived assets consist of our finite-lived intangible assets and property and equipment. During both December 2013 and 2012, due to continued operating losses experienced in our Mechanical Products segment, we assessed the long-lived assets of this segment for impairment. Our assessments indicated that the property and equipment that is allocated to this segment was not impaired. During 2013 and 2012, we did not review our Thermal and Electrical Products segment's long lived assets for impairment as there were no events or changes in business circumstances that would indicate an impairment might exist.

- Definition

The entire disclosure for the aggregate amount of goodwill and a description of intangible assets, which may include (a) for amortizable intangible assets (also referred to as finite-lived intangible assets), the carrying amount, the amount of any significant residual value, and the weighted-average amortization period, (b) for intangible assets not subject to amortization (also referred to as indefinite-lived intangible assets), the carrying amount, and (c) the amount of research and development assets acquired and written off in the period, including the line item in the income statement in which the amounts written off are aggregated, if not readily apparent from the income statement. Also discloses (a) for amortizable intangibles assets in total and by major class, the gross carrying amount and accumulated amortization, the total amortization expense for the period, and the estimated aggregate amortization expense for each of the five succeeding fiscal years, (b) for intangible assets not subject to amortization the carrying amount in total and by major class, and (c) for goodwill, in total and for each reportable segment, the changes in the carrying amount of goodwill during the period (including the aggregate amount of goodwill acquired, the aggregate amount of impairment losses recognized, and the amount of goodwill included in the gain (loss) on disposal of a reporting unit). If any part of goodwill has not been allocated to a reportable segment, discloses the unallocated amount and the reasons for not allocating. For each impairment loss recognized related to an intangible asset (excluding goodwill), discloses: (a) a description of the impaired intangible asset and the facts and circumstances leading to the impairment, (b) the amount of the impairment loss and the method for determining fair value, (c) the caption in the income statement or the statement of activities in which the impairment loss is aggregated, and (d) the segment in which the impaired intangible asset is reported. For each goodwill impairment loss recognized, discloses: (a) a description of the facts and circumstances leading to the impairment, (b) the amount of the impairment loss and the method of determining the fair value of the associated reporting unit, and (c) if a recognized impairment loss is an estimate not finalized and the reasons why the estimate is not final. May also disclose the nature and amount of any significant adjustments made to a previous estimate of an impairment loss.

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Note 5 - Restructuring and Other Charges

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]

Restructuring and Related Activities Disclosure [Text Block]

(5) RESTRUCTURING AND OTHER CHARGES

In connection with the acquisition of Thermonics, as discussed further in Note 3, we signed a separate one year lease for the facility in Sunnyvale, California then occupied by Thermonics at the time of the acquisition. This facility was owned by certain shareholders of the seller. We ceased operations at this facility in February 2012 and relocated the Thermonics product line to our facility in Mansfield, Massachusetts where our Temptronic operations are located. During the first quarter of 2012, we incurred approximately $359 of facility closure costs related to this action. These costs included lease termination fees of approximately $220 and other costs associated with this consolidation of facilities, including the cost to relocate inventory and equipment, of approximately $139. During the fourth quarter of 2012 we received a refund of $46 of lease termination fees paid in the first quarter due to the sale of the leased facility.

Changes in our liability for restructuring and other charges for the year ended December 31, 2012 are summarized as follows:

	Thermonics Relocation
Balance - January 1, 2012	$	-
Accruals for facility closure costs		313
Cash payments related to facility closure costs		(359	)
Refund of lease termination fees		46
Balance - December 31, 2012	$	-

Note 6 - Major Customers

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Table Text Block [Abstract]

Schedule of Revenue by Major Customers by Reporting Segments [Table Text Block]

(6) MAJOR CUSTOMERS

Texas Instruments Incorporated accounted for 13% and 14% of our consolidated net revenues in 2013 and 2012, respectively. While all three of our operating segments sold products to this customer, these revenues were primarily generated by our Mechanical Products and Electrical Products segments. Teradyne, Inc. accounted for 11% of our consolidated net revenues in 2012. While all three of our operating segments sold products to this customer, these revenues were primarily generated by our Electrical Products segment. During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, no other customer accounted for 10% or more of our consolidated net revenues.

Note 7 - Inventories

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]

Inventory Disclosure [Text Block]

(7) INVENTORIES

Inventories held at December 31 were comprised of the following:

	*2013*		*2012*
Raw materials	$	2,753	$	2,157
Work in process		222		454
Inventory consigned to others		94		105
Finished goods		174		419
	$	3,243	$	3,135

Note 8 - Other Current Liabilities

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]

Accounts Payable, Accrued Liabilities, and Other Liabilities Disclosure, Current [Text Block]

(8) OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIES

Other current liabilities at December 31, were comprised of the following:

	*2013*		*2012*
Accrued warranty	$	123	$	197
Other		104		179
	$	227	$	376

Note 9 - Debt

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Debt Disclosure [Text Block]

(9) DEBT

Letters of Credit

We have issued letters of credit as the security deposits for certain of our domestic leases. These letters of credit are secured by pledged certificates of deposit which are classified as Restricted Certificates of Deposit on our balance sheet. The terms of our leases require us to renew these letters of credit at least 30 days prior to their expiration dates for successive terms of not less than one year until lease expiration. Our outstanding letters of credit at December 31, 2013 and 2012 consisted of the following:

L/C

Lease

Letters of Credit
Amount Outstanding

Facility

Original L/C
Issue Date

Expiration
Date

Dec. 31
2013

Dec. 31,
2012

Mt. Laurel, NJ

3/29/2010

3/31/2014

4/30/2021

250

Mansfield, MA

10/27/2010

11/08/2014

8/23/2021

200

450

Note 10 - Equipment Leasing

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Leases, Operating [Abstract]

Operating Leases of Lessor Disclosure [Text Block]

(10) EQUIPMENT LEASING

In our Thermal Products segment, we lease certain of our equipment to customers under non-cancellable operating leases. These leases generally have an initial term of six months. We recognize revenue for these leases on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

The total cost of leased equipment at December 31, 2013 and 2012 was $561 and $282, respectively, and is included in Machinery and Equipment on our balance sheet. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, accumulated depreciation for leased equipment was $138 and $72, respectively.

As of December 31, 2013, total minimum payments receivable under non-cancellable operating leases were $109. All of these payments will be received in 2014.

Note 11 - Commitments and Contingencies

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]

(11) COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Operating Lease Commitments

We lease our offices, warehouse facilities, automobiles and certain equipment under non-cancellable operating leases which expire at various dates through 2021. Total rental expense for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 was $1,221 and $1,237, respectively. Certain of our operating leases contain predetermined fixed escalations of minimum rentals and rent holidays during the original lease terms. Rent holidays are periods during which we have control of the leased facility but are not obligated to pay rent. For these leases, we recognize the related rental expense on a straight-line basis over the life of the lease, which includes any rent holiday, and record the difference between the amounts charged to operations and amounts paid as Accrued Rent on our balance sheet. In addition to the monthly rental payments due, most of our leases for our offices and warehouse facilities require us to pay our portion of the common area maintenance, property taxes and insurance charges incurred by the landlord for the facilities which we occupy. These amounts are generally included in rental expense in our statement of operations, but they are not included in the minimum rental commitments disclosed below as they are based on actual charges incurred in the periods to which they apply.

The aggregate minimum rental commitments under the non-cancellable operating leases in effect at December 31, 2013 are as follows:

2014	$	1,041
2015		1,023
2016		1,094
2017		1,060
2018		979
Thereafter		2,500

	$	7,697

Note 12 - Income Taxes

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]

(12) INCOME TAXES.

We are subject to Federal and certain state income taxes. In addition, we are taxed in certain foreign countries. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, there were no cumulative undistributed earnings of our foreign subsidiaries for which U.S. income taxes have not been provided.

Earnings before income taxes was as follows:

	Years Ended December 31,
	*2013*		*2012*
Domestic	$	3,245	$	2,580
Foreign		763		473

	$	4,008	$	3,053

Income tax expense (benefit) was as follows:

	Years Ended December 31,
	*2013*			*2012*
Current
Domestic -- Federal	$	515		$	362
Domestic -- state		74			62
Foreign		35			30
		624			454
Deferred
Domestic -- Federal		218			396
Domestic -- state		212			(126	)
Foreign		(123	)		173
		307			443
Income tax expense	$	931		$	897

Deferred income taxes reflect the net tax effect of net operating loss and credit carryforwards as well as temporary differences between the carrying amount of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. The following is a summary of the significant components of our deferred tax assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2013 and 2012:

	*December 31,*
	*2013*			*2012*
Deferred tax assets:
Net operating loss ("NOL") (state and foreign)	$	829		$	1,182
Depreciation of property and equipment		646			793
Tax credit carryforwards (foreign, research and AMT)		269			440
Inventories		180			177
Accrued vacation pay and stock-based compensation		169			182
Intangibles		162			86
Allowance for doubtful accounts		56			56
Acquisition costs		37			39
Accrued warranty		11			22
Other		26			68
		2,385			3,045
Valuation allowance		(287	)		(573	)
Deferred tax assets		2,098			2,472
Deferred tax liabilities:
Net intangible assets		(260	)		(307	)
Unremitted earnings of foreign subsidiaries		(107	)		(127	)
Deferred tax liabilities		(367	)		(434	)
Net deferred tax asset	$	1,731		$	2,038

The valuation allowance for deferred tax assets as of the beginning of 2013 and 2012 was $573 and $484, respectively. The net change in the valuation allowance for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 was a decrease of $286 and an increase of $89, respectively. In assessing the ability to realize the deferred tax assets, we consider whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during periods in which those temporary differences become deductible. We consider the scheduled reversal of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. In order to fully realize the total deferred tax assets, we will need to generate future taxable income prior to the expiration of net operating loss and credit carryforwards which expire in various years through 2033.

An analysis of the effective tax rate for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 and a reconciliation from the expected statutory rate of 34% is as follows:

		Years Ended December 31,
		*2013*			*2012*
Expected income tax provision at U.S. statutory rate		$	1,363		$	1,038
Increase (decrease) in tax from:
	Current year tax credits (foreign and research)		(417	)		(523	)
	Foreign income tax rate differences		(80	)		(36	)
	Changes in valuation allowance		(286	)		89
	Deemed dividend from foreign subsidiaries		135			212
	Domestic tax expense, net of Federal benefit		127			72
	Nondeductible expenses		10			20
	NOL carryforwards utilized		200			103
	Other		(121	)		(78	)
Income tax expense		$	931		$	897

In accounting for income taxes, we follow the guidance in ASC Topic 740 (Income Taxes) regarding the recognition and measurement of uncertain tax positions in our financial statements. Recognition involves a determination of whether it is more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination with the presumption that the tax position will be examined by the appropriate taxing authority having full knowledge of all relevant information. Our policy is to record interest and penalties associated with unrecognized tax benefits as additional income taxes in the statement of operations. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, we did not have an accrual for uncertain tax positions.

We file U.S. income tax returns and multiple state and foreign income tax returns. With few exceptions, the U.S. and state income tax returns filed for the tax years ending on December 31, 2010 and thereafter are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authorities.

Note 13 - Legal Proceedings

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]

Legal Matters and Contingencies [Text Block]

(13) LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

From time to time we may be a party to legal proceedings occurring in the ordinary course of business. We are not currently involved in any legal proceedings the resolution of which we believe could have a material effect on our business, financial position, results of operations or long-term liquidity.

Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]

Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]

(14) STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION PLAN

As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, we have outstanding stock options and unvested restricted stock awards granted under the Amended and Restated 1997 Stock Plan (the "1997 Stock Plan") as well as under the inTEST Corporation 2007 Stock Plan (the "2007 Stock Plan"). As of March 31, 2007, no additional stock options or shares of restricted stock could be granted under the 1997 Plan.

The 2007 Stock Plan was approved at our annual meeting of stockholders held on June 13, 2007, upon the recommendation of our Board of Directors. The 2007 Stock Plan permits the granting of stock options or restricted stock, for up to 500,000 shares of our common stock, to officers, other key employees and consultants. A description of the 2007 Stock Plan, including the full text of the 2007 Stock Plan, is contained in the proxy statement for our 2007 annual meeting of stockholders. As of December 31, 2013, 62,500 shares remain available to grant under the 2007 Stock Plan.

We have not granted any stock options during 2013 or 2012. Our unvested restricted stock awards outstanding are accounted for based on their grant date fair value. As of December 31, 2013, total compensation expense to be recognized in future periods was $439. All of this expense is related to nonvested shares of restricted stock. The weighted average period over which this expense is expected to be recognized is 2.6 years.

Stock Options

The following table summarizes the stock option activity for the two years ended December 31, 2013:

	Number of Shares			Weighted Average Exercise Price
Options outstanding, January 1, 2012 (249,000 exercisable)		249,000		$	3.28
Granted		-			-
Exercised		-			-
Canceled		(30,000	)		4.11
Options outstanding, December 31, 2012 (219,000 exercisable)		219,000			3.17
Granted		-			-
Exercised		(10,000	)		3.04
Canceled		(199,000	)		3.05
Options outstanding, December 31, 2013 (10,000 exercisable)		10,000			5.66

The following table summarizes information about stock options outstanding at December 31, 2013:

Range of
Exercise Prices

Number
Outstanding and
Exercisable at

Weighted
Average
Remaining Life

(years)

Weighted
Average
Exercise Price

Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value

5.66

10,000

.47

5.66

The aggregate intrinsic value in the table above, if any, represents the total pretax intrinsic value, based on a closing price for our stock of $3.75 at December 31, 2013, assuming all option holders exercised their stock options that were in-the-money as of that date. In general, it is our policy to issue new shares upon the exercise of stock options.

Restricted Stock Awards

We record compensation expense for restricted stock awards (nonvested shares) based on the quoted market price of our stock at the grant date and amortize the expense over the vesting period. Restricted stock awards generally vest over four years. The following table summarizes the compensation expense we recorded during 2013 and 2012, respectively, related to nonvested shares:

	*Years Ended* *December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*
Cost of revenues	$	8	$	5
Selling expense		10		9
Engineering and product development expense		28		24
General and administrative expense		82		75
	$	128	$	113

There was no compensation expense capitalized in 2013 or 2012. The following table summarizes the activity related to nonvested shares for the two years ended December 31, 2013:

	Number of Shares			Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Nonvested shares outstanding, January 1, 2012		195,000		$	1.62
Granted		-			-
Vested		(76,250	)		1.62
Forfeited		(10,000	)		1.42
Nonvested shares outstanding, December 31, 2012		108,750			1.63
Granted		127,500			3.62
Vested		(56,250	)		1.70
Forfeited		-			-
Nonvested shares outstanding, December 31, 2013		180,000			2.69

The total fair value of the shares that vested during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 was $176 and $253, respectively, as of the vesting dates of these shares.

Note 15 - Employee Benefit Plans

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]

Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]

(15) EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS

We have a defined contribution 401(k) plan for our employees who work in the U.S. (the "inTEST 401(k) Plan"). All permanent employees of inTEST Corporation, Temptronic (effective January 1, 2013) and inTEST Silicon Valley Corp who are at least 18 years of age are eligible to participate in the plan. We match employee contributions dollar for dollar up to 10% of the employee's annual compensation, with a maximum limit of $5. Employer contributions vest ratably over four years. Matching contributions are discretionary. For the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, we recorded $320 and $182 of expense for matching contributions, respectively.

Temptronic adopted a defined contribution 401(k) plan for its domestic employees in 1988, that was merged into the inTEST 401(k) Plan effective September 1, 2002. Prior to January 1, 2013, the inTEST 401(k) Plan retained the matching provisions of the prior Temptronic plan for all Temptronic employees, which included discretionary employer matching contributions of $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of the employees' annual compensation, with a maximum limit of $3. The eligibility and vesting provisions of the prior Temptronic plan were conformed to those for inTEST Corporation and inTEST Silicon Valley Corporation employees. For the year ended December 31, 2012, Temptronic contributed $81 to the plan.

Prior to January 1, 2013, in addition to the employer matching contributions for which Temptronic employees were eligible, all Temptronic employees were also eligible to receive profit sharing contributions. During the third quarter of 2012, our Board of Directors approved an amendment to the inTEST 401(k) Plan. The amendment terminated the profit sharing contributions for Temptronic employees effective December 31, 2012. In addition, the amendment conformed the employer matching provisions for the Temptronic employees with those currently in place for inTEST Corporation and inTEST Silicon Valley employees effective January 1, 2013. During 2012, profit sharing contributions totaling $300 were acrrued and paid. We funded these contributions through the use of treasury shares.

Note 16 - Segment Information

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]

(16) SEGMENT INFORMATION

We have three reportable segments, which are also our reporting units: Thermal Products, Mechanical Products and Electrical Products.

The Thermal Products segment includes the operations of Temptronic Corporation, Thermonics (which we acquired in January 2012 as discussed further in Note 3), Sigma Systems Corp., inTEST Thermal Solutions GmbH (Germany), and inTEST Pte, Limited (Singapore). Sales of this segment consist primarily of temperature management systems which we design, manufacture and market under our Temptronic, Thermonics and Sigma Systems product lines. In addition, this segment provides post warranty service and support.

The Mechanical Products segment includes the operations of our Mt. Laurel, New Jersey manufacturing facility. Sales of our Mechanical Products segment consist primarily of manipulator and docking hardware products, which we design, manufacture and market. In addition, this segment provides post warranty service and support for various ATE equipment.

The Electrical Products segment includes the operations of inTEST Silicon Valley Corporation. Sales of this segment consist primarily of tester interface products which we design, manufacture and market.

We operate our business worldwide, and all three segments sell their products both domestically and internationally. All three segments sell to semiconductor manufacturers, third-party test and assembly houses and ATE manufacturers. Our Thermal Products segment also sells into a variety of markets outside of the ATE market, including the automotive, consumer electronics, defense/aerospace, energy, industrial and telecommunications markets. Intercompany pricing between segments is either a multiple of cost for component parts or list price for finished goods.

	Years Ended December 31,
	*2013*			*2012*
*Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:*
Thermal Products	$	22,962		$	24,307
Mechanical Products		9,962			9,904
Electrical Products		6,502			9,165
	$	39,426		$	43,376
*Depreciation/amortization:*
Thermal Products	$	695		$	816
Mechanical Products		79			73
Electrical Products		73			44
	$	847		$	933
*Operating income (loss):*
Thermal Products	$	4,322		$	2,939
Mechanical Products		(784	)		(1,944	)
Electrical Products		722			2,023
Corporate		(298	)		(22	)
	$	3,962		$	2,996
*Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit):*
Thermal Products	$	4,327		$	2,958
Mechanical Products		(772	)		(1,934	)
Electrical Products		751			2,051
Corporate		(298	)		(22	)
	$	4,008		$	3,053
*Income tax expense (benefit):*
Thermal Products	$	1,005		$	869
Mechanical Products		(179	)		(568	)
Electrical Products		174			602
Corporate		(69	)		(6	)
	$	931		$	897
*Net earnings (loss):*
Thermal Products	$	3,322		$	2,089
Mechanical Products		(593	)		(1,366	)
Electrical Products		577			1,449
Corporate		(229	)		(16	)
	$	3,077		$	2,156
*Capital expenditures:*
Thermal Products	$	349		$	216
Mechanical Products		16			37
Electrical Products		59			178
	$	424		$	431

	*December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*
*Identifiable assets:*
Thermal Products	$	23,934	$	20,849
Mechanical Products		7,093		7,737
Electrical Products		4,454		3,813
	$	35,481	$	32,399

The following table provides information about our geographic areas of operation. Net revenues from unaffiliated customers are based on the location to which the goods are shipped.

	Years Ended December 31,
	*2013*		*2012*
*Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:*
U.S.	$	13,337	$	15,915
Foreign		26,089		27,461

	$	39,426	$	43,376

	*December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*
*Long-lived assets:*
U.S.	$	700	$	899
Foreign		554		351

	$	1,254	$	1,250

- Definition

The entire disclosure for reporting segments including data and tables. Reportable segments include those that meet any of the following quantitative thresholds a) it's reported revenue, including sales to external customers and intersegment sales or transfers is 10 percent or more of the combined revenue, internal and external, of all operating segments b) the absolute amount of its reported profit or loss is 10 percent or more of the greater, in absolute amount of 1) the combined reported profit of all operating segments that did not report a loss or 2) the combined reported loss of all operating segments that did report a loss c) its assets are 10 percent or more of the combined assets of all operating segments.

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Note 17 - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data (Unaudited)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]

Quarterly Financial Information [Text Block]

(17) QUARTERLY CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA (Unaudited)

The following tables present certain unaudited consolidated quarterly financial information for each of the eight quarters ended December 31, 2013. In our opinion, this quarterly information has been prepared on the same basis as the consolidated financial statements and includes all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) necessary to present fairly the information for the periods presented. The results of operations for any quarter are not necessarily indicative of results for the full year or for any future period.

Year-over-year quarterly comparisons of our results of operations may not be as meaningful as the sequential quarterly comparisons set forth below that tend to reflect the cyclical activity of the semiconductor and ATE markets. Quarterly fluctuations in expenses are related directly to sales activity and volume and may also reflect the timing of operating expenses incurred throughout the year.

	*Quarters Ended*
	*3/31/13*		*6/30/13*		*9/30/13*		*12/31/13*		*Total*
Net revenues	$	8,973	$	11,218	$	9,900	$	9,335	$	39,426
Gross margin		4,105		5,465		4,756		4,689		19,015
Earnings before income tax expense		370		1,487		1,114		1,037		4,008
Income tax expense		78		484		24		345		931
Net earnings		292		1,003		1,090		692		3,077

Net earnings per common share - basic	$	0.03	$	0.10	$	0.11	$	0.07	$	0.30
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic		10,327,428		10,371,716		10,377,189		10,377,678		10,363,678
Net earnings per common share - diluted	$	0.03	$	0.10	$	0.10	$	0.07	$	0.30
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted		10,366,312		10,394,094		10,404,095		10,435,096		10,419,103

	*Quarters Ended*
	*3/31/12*			*6/30/12*		*9/30/12*		*12/31/12*			*Total*
Net revenues	$	10,731		$	13,576	$	10,799	$	8,270		$	43,376
Gross margin		4,596			6,194		4,762		3,507			19,059
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit)		(71	)		1,994		1,012		118			3,053
Income tax expense (benefit)		(28	)		660		348		(83	)		897
Net earnings (loss)		(43	)		1,334		664		201			2,156

Net earnings (loss) per common share - basic	$	0.00		$	0.13	$	0.06	$	0.02		$	0.21
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic		10,205,114			10,273,812		10,302,417		10,311,428			10,273,377
Net earnings (loss) per common share - diluted	$	0.00		$	0.13	$	0.06	$	0.02		$	0.21
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted		10,205,114			10,359,657		10,360,377		10,343,793			10,347,077

Note 18 - Subsequent Events

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Subsequent Events [Abstract]

Subsequent Events [Text Block]

(18) SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

On March 4, 2014, our Board of Directors approved the inTEST Corporation 2014 Stock Plan (the “2014 Stock Plan”). The 2014 Stock Plan will be included in our 2014 proxy statement for approval by our stockholders. The 2014 Stock Plan, when approved by stockholders, permits the granting of stock options, restricted stock, stock appreciation rights or restricted stock units for up to 500,000 shares of our common stock to directors, officers, other key employees and consultants.

Accounting Policies, by Policy (Policies)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Basis of Presentation and Use of Estimates [Policy Text Block]

Reclassification, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Reclassification

Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to be comparable with the current year's presentation.

Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Short-term investments that have maturities of three months or less when purchased are considered to be cash equivalents and are carried at cost, which approximates market value.

Receivables, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Trade Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

Trade accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and do not bear interest. We grant credit to customers and generally require no collateral. To minimize our risk, we perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers' financial condition. The allowance for doubtful accounts is our best estimate of the amount of probable credit losses in our existing accounts receivable. We determine the allowance based on historical write-off experience and the aging of such receivables, among other factors. Account balances are charged off against the allowance after all means of collection have been exhausted and the potential for recovery is considered remote. We do not have any off-balance sheet credit exposure related to our customers. Bad debt expense (recovery) was $0 and $(8) for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Cash flows from accounts receivable are recorded in operating cash flows.

Fair Value Measurement, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost on a first-in, first-out basis, not in excess of market value. Cash flows from the sale of inventories are recorded in operating cash flows. On a quarterly basis, we review our inventories and record excess and obsolete inventory charges based upon our established objective excess and obsolete inventory criteria. These criteria identify material that has not been used in a work order during the prior twelve months and the quantity of material on hand that is greater than the average annual usage of that material over the prior three years. In certain cases, additional excess and obsolete inventory charges are recorded based upon current market conditions, anticipated product life cycles, new product introductions and expected future use of the inventory. The excess and obsolete inventory charges we record establish a new cost basis for the related inventories. We incurred excess and obsolete inventory charges of $311 and $688 for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Property and Equipment

Machinery and equipment are stated at cost. As further discussed below under "Goodwill, Intangible and Long-Lived Assets," machinery and equipment that has been determined to be impaired is written down to its fair value at the time of the impairment. Depreciation is based upon the estimated useful life of the assets using the straight-line method. The estimated useful lives range from one to ten years. Leasehold improvements are recorded at cost and amortized over the shorter of the lease term or the estimated useful life of the asset. We record leasehold improvements made to our leased facilities based on the amount of the total cost to construct the improvements regardless of whether a portion of that cost was paid through an allowance provided by the facility's landlord. Expenditures for maintenance and repairs are charged to operations as incurred. Total depreciation expense was $401 and $457 for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Goodwill Intangible and Long Lived Assets [Policy Text Block]

Goodwill, Intangible and Long-Lived Assets

We account for goodwill and intangible assets in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 350 (Intangibles- Goodwill and Other). Finite-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful economic life and are carried at cost less accumulated amortization. Goodwill is assessed for impairment at least annually in the fourth quarter, on a reporting unit basis, or more frequently when events and circumstances occur indicating that the recorded goodwill may be impaired. As a part of the goodwill impairment assessment, we have the option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. If we determine this is the case, we are required to perform a two-step goodwill impairment test to identify potential goodwill impairment and measure the amount of goodwill impairment loss to be recognized. The two-step test is discussed below. If we determine that it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of the reporting unit is greater than its carrying amounts, the two-step goodwill impairment test is not required.

If we determine it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a result of our qualitative assessment, we will perform a quantitative two-step goodwill impairment test. In the Step I test, the fair value of a reporting unit is computed and compared with its book value. If the book value of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, a Step II test is performed in which the implied fair value of goodwill is compared with the carrying amount of goodwill. If the carrying amount of goodwill exceeds the implied fair value, an impairment loss is recorded in an amount equal to that excess. The two-step goodwill impairment assessment is based upon a combination of the income approach, which estimates the fair value of our reporting units based upon a discounted cash flow approach, and the market approach which estimates the fair value of our reporting units based upon comparable market multiples. This fair value is then reconciled to our market capitalization at year end with an appropriate control premium. The determination of the fair value of our reporting units requires management to make significant estimates and assumptions including the selection of appropriate peer group companies, control premiums, discount rate, terminal growth rates, forecasts of revenue and expense growth rates, changes in working capital, depreciation, amortization and capital expenditures. Changes in assumptions concerning future financial results or other underlying assumptions would have a significant impact on either the fair value of the reporting unit or the amount of the goodwill impairment charge.

Indefinite-lived intangible assets are assessed for impairment at least annually in the fourth quarter, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. As a part of the impairment assessment, we have the option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more likely than not that an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired. If, as a result of our qualitative assessment, we determine that it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of the indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying amount, the quantitative impairment test is required. Otherwise, no further testing is required. The quantitative impairment test consists of a comparison of the fair value of the intangible asset with its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of the intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is recognized in an amount equal to that excess.

Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block]

Stock-Based Compensation

We account for stock-based compensation in accordance with ASC Topic 718 (Compensation - Stock Compensation) which requires that employee share-based equity awards be accounted for under the fair value method and requires the use of an option pricing model for estimating fair value, which is then amortized to expense over the service periods. See further disclosures related to our stock-based compensation plan in Note 14.

Subsequent Events, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Subsequent Events

We have made an assessment of our operations and determined that there were no material subsequent events requiring adjustment to, or disclosure in, our consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013, other than the approval of the inTEST Corporation 2014 Stock Plan, as discussed further in Note 18.

Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Revenue Recognition

We recognize revenue when persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, delivery has occurred or services have been rendered, the price is fixed or determinable, and collection of the related receivable is reasonably assured. Sales of our products are made through our sales employees, third-party sales representatives and distributors. There are no differences in revenue recognition policies based on the sales channel. We do not provide our customers with rights of return or exchanges. Revenue is generally recognized upon product shipment. Our customers' purchase orders do not typically contain any customer-specific acceptance criteria, other than that the product performs within the agreed upon specifications. We test all products manufactured as part of our quality assurance process to determine that they comply with specifications prior to shipment to a customer. To the extent that any customer purchase order contains customer-specific acceptance criteria, revenue recognition is deferred until customer acceptance.

In addition, in our Thermal Products segment, we lease certain of our equipment to customers under non-cancellable operating leases. These leases generally have an initial term of six months. We recognize revenue for these leases on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

With respect to sales tax collected from customers and remitted to governmental authorities, we use a net presentation in our consolidated statement of operations. As a result, there are no amounts included in either our net revenues or cost of revenues related to sales tax.

Standard Product Warranty, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Product Warranties

We generally provide product warranties and record estimated warranty expense at the time of sale based upon historical claims experience. Warranty expense is included in selling expense in the consolidated financial statements.

Research and Development Expense, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Engineering and Product Development

Engineering and product development costs, which consist primarily of the salary and related benefits costs of our technical staff, as well as the cost of materials used in product development, are expensed as incurred.

Restructuring and Other Charges [Policy Text Block]

Restructuring and Other Charges

We recognize a liability for restructuring costs at fair value only when the liability is incurred. The three main components of our restructuring plans have been related to workforce reductions, the consolidation of excess facilities and asset impairments. Workforce-related charges are accrued when it is determined that a liability has been incurred, which is generally after individuals have been notified of their termination dates and expected severance benefits. Plans to consolidate excess facilities result in charges for lease termination fees and future commitments to pay lease charges, net of estimated future sub-lease income. We recognize these charges when we have vacated the premises. In addition, as a result of plans to consolidate excess facilities, we may incur other associated costs such as charges to relocate inventory, equipment or personnel. We recognize charges for other associated costs when these costs are incurred, which is generally when the goods or services have been provided to us. Assets that may be impaired consist of property and equipment and intangible assets. Asset impairment charges are based on an estimate of the amounts and timing of future cash flows related to the expected future remaining use and ultimate sale or disposal of the asset.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]

Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Income Taxes

The asset and liability method is used in accounting for income taxes. Under this method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for operating loss and tax credit carryforwards and for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in the results of operations in the period that includes the enactment date. A valuation allowance is recorded to reduce the carrying amounts of deferred tax assets if it is more likely than not that such assets will not be realized.

Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Net Earnings Per Common Share

Net earnings per common share - basic is computed by dividing net earnings by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during each period. Net earnings per common share - diluted is computed by dividing net earnings by the weighted average number of common shares and common share equivalents outstanding during each period. Common share equivalents represent stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock and are calculated using the treasury stock method. Common share equivalents are excluded from the calculation if their effect is anti-dilutive.

The table below sets forth, for the periods indicated, a reconciliation of weighted average common shares outstanding - basic to weighted average common shares and common share equivalents outstanding - diluted and the average number of potentially dilutive securities and their respective weighted average exercise prices that were excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share because their effect was anti-dilutive:

	*Years Ended December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*

Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic		10,363,678		10,273,377
Potentially dilutive securities:
Employee stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock		55,425		73,700
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted		10,419,103		10,347,077
Average number of potentially dilutive securities excluded from calculation		30,554		39,209

New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]

Note 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]

	*Years Ended December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*

Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic		10,363,678		10,273,377
Potentially dilutive securities:
Employee stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock		55,425		73,700
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted		10,419,103		10,347,077
Average number of potentially dilutive securities excluded from calculation		30,554		39,209

Note 3 - Acquisition (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Thermonics [Member]

Note 3 - Acquisition (Tables) [Line Items]

Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]

	Fair Value		Weighted Average Estimated Useful Life
			(in months)
Customer relationships	$	1,110		72
Customer backlog		70		3
Thermonics trade name		140		48
Patented technology		360		132
Non-compete/non-solicitation agreement		48		18

Total intangible assets	$	1,728		78.3

Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition [Table Text Block]

Goodwill	$	50
Identifable intangible assets		1,728
Tangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed:
Trade accounts receivable		1,161
Inventories		874
Property and equipment		263
Accounts payable		(77	)
Accrued non-compete/non-solicitation payments		(48	)
Accrued sales commissions		(82	)
Accrued warranty		(67	)
Total purchase price	$	3,802

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Useful Life [Member]

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Tables) [Line Items]

Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]

	Estimated Useful Life		Remaining Estimated Useful Life at Dec. 31, 2013
	- - - - (in months) - - - -
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Customer relationships		72		9
Software		120		57
Patented technology		60		-
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Thermonics:
Customer relationships		72		48.5
Customer backlog		3		-
Trade name		48		24.5
Patented technology		132		108.5
Non-compete/non-solicitation agreement		18		-

Carrying Value Changes [Member]

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Tables) [Line Items]

Schedule of Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]

Balance - January 1, 2013	$	1,684
Amortization		(446	)
Balance - December 31, 2013	$	1,238

Schedule of Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]

	*December 31, 2013*
	Gross Carrying Amount		*Accumulated* *Amortization*		Net Carrying Amount
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Customer relationships	$	1,480	$	725	$	755
Patented technology		590		307		283
Software		270		142		128
Trade name		140		68		72
Customer backlog		70		70		-
Non-compete/non-solicitation agreement		48		48		-
Total finite-lived intangible assets		2,598		1,360		1,238
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
Sigma trademark		510		-		510
Total intangible assets	$	3,108	$	1,360	$	1,748

	*December 31, 2012*
	Gross Carrying Amount		*Accumulated* *Amortization*		Net Carrying Amount
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Customer relationships	$	1,480	$	439	$	1,041
Patented technology		590		233		357
Software		270		115		155
Trade name		140		33		107
Customer backlog		70		70		-
Non-compete/non-solicitation agreement		48		24		24
Total finite-lived intangible assets		2,598		914		1,684
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
Sigma trademark		510		-		510
Total intangible assets	$	3,108	$	914	$	2,194

Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Table Text Block]

2014	$	355
2015	$	289
2016	$	229
2017	$	212
2018	$	65

Note 5 - Restructuring and Other Charges (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]

Restructuring and Related Costs [Table Text Block]

	Thermonics Relocation
Balance - January 1, 2012	$	-
Accruals for facility closure costs		313
Cash payments related to facility closure costs		(359	)
Refund of lease termination fees		46
Balance - December 31, 2012	$	-

Note 7 - Inventories (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table Text Block]

	*2013*		*2012*
Raw materials	$	2,753	$	2,157
Work in process		222		454
Inventory consigned to others		94		105
Finished goods		174		419
	$	3,243	$	3,135

Note 8 - Other Current Liabilities (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]

Current Liabilities [Table Text Block]

	*2013*		*2012*
Accrued warranty	$	123	$	197
Other		104		179
	$	227	$	376

Note 9 - Debt (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule Of Outstanding Letters Of Credit [Table Text Block]

L/C

Lease

Letters of Credit
Amount Outstanding

Facility

Original L/C
Issue Date

Expiration
Date

Dec. 31
2013

Dec. 31,
2012

Mt. Laurel, NJ

3/29/2010

3/31/2014

4/30/2021

250

Mansfield, MA

10/27/2010

11/08/2014

8/23/2021

200

450

Note 11 - Commitments and Contingencies (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments for Operating Leases [Table Text Block]

2014	$	1,041
2015		1,023
2016		1,094
2017		1,060
2018		979
Thereafter		2,500

	$	7,697

Note 12 - Income Taxes (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Income before Income Tax, Domestic and Foreign [Table Text Block]

	Years Ended December 31,
	*2013*		*2012*
Domestic	$	3,245	$	2,580
Foreign		763		473

	$	4,008	$	3,053

Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Table Text Block]

	Years Ended December 31,
	*2013*			*2012*
Current
Domestic -- Federal	$	515		$	362
Domestic -- state		74			62
Foreign		35			30
		624			454
Deferred
Domestic -- Federal		218			396
Domestic -- state		212			(126	)
Foreign		(123	)		173
		307			443
Income tax expense	$	931		$	897

Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]

	*December 31,*
	*2013*			*2012*
Deferred tax assets:
Net operating loss ("NOL") (state and foreign)	$	829		$	1,182
Depreciation of property and equipment		646			793
Tax credit carryforwards (foreign, research and AMT)		269			440
Inventories		180			177
Accrued vacation pay and stock-based compensation		169			182
Intangibles		162			86
Allowance for doubtful accounts		56			56
Acquisition costs		37			39
Accrued warranty		11			22
Other		26			68
		2,385			3,045
Valuation allowance		(287	)		(573	)
Deferred tax assets		2,098			2,472
Deferred tax liabilities:
Net intangible assets		(260	)		(307	)
Unremitted earnings of foreign subsidiaries		(107	)		(127	)
Deferred tax liabilities		(367	)		(434	)
Net deferred tax asset	$	1,731		$	2,038

Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block]

		Years Ended December 31,
		*2013*			*2012*
Expected income tax provision at U.S. statutory rate		$	1,363		$	1,038
Increase (decrease) in tax from:
	Current year tax credits (foreign and research)		(417	)		(523	)
	Foreign income tax rate differences		(80	)		(36	)
	Changes in valuation allowance		(286	)		89
	Deemed dividend from foreign subsidiaries		135			212
	Domestic tax expense, net of Federal benefit		127			72
	Nondeductible expenses		10			20
	NOL carryforwards utilized		200			103
	Other		(121	)		(78	)
Income tax expense		$	931		$	897

Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]

Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Stock Options, Activity [Table Text Block]

	Number of Shares			Weighted Average Exercise Price
Options outstanding, January 1, 2012 (249,000 exercisable)		249,000		$	3.28
Granted		-			-
Exercised		-			-
Canceled		(30,000	)		4.11
Options outstanding, December 31, 2012 (219,000 exercisable)		219,000			3.17
Granted		-			-
Exercised		(10,000	)		3.04
Canceled		(199,000	)		3.05
Options outstanding, December 31, 2013 (10,000 exercisable)		10,000			5.66

Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table Text Block]

Range of
Exercise Prices

Number
Outstanding and
Exercisable at

Weighted
Average
Remaining Life

(years)

Weighted
Average
Exercise Price

Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value

5.66

10,000

.47

5.66

Schedule of Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Table Text Block]

	*Years Ended* *December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*
Cost of revenues	$	8	$	5
Selling expense		10		9
Engineering and product development expense		28		24
General and administrative expense		82		75
	$	128	$	113

Schedule of Nonvested Share Activity [Table Text Block]

	Number of Shares			Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Nonvested shares outstanding, January 1, 2012		195,000		$	1.62
Granted		-			-
Vested		(76,250	)		1.62
Forfeited		(10,000	)		1.42
Nonvested shares outstanding, December 31, 2012		108,750			1.63
Granted		127,500			3.62
Vested		(56,250	)		1.70
Forfeited		-			-
Nonvested shares outstanding, December 31, 2013		180,000			2.69

Note 16 - Segment Information (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]

	Years Ended December 31,
	*2013*			*2012*
*Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:*
Thermal Products	$	22,962		$	24,307
Mechanical Products		9,962			9,904
Electrical Products		6,502			9,165
	$	39,426		$	43,376
*Depreciation/amortization:*
Thermal Products	$	695		$	816
Mechanical Products		79			73
Electrical Products		73			44
	$	847		$	933
*Operating income (loss):*
Thermal Products	$	4,322		$	2,939
Mechanical Products		(784	)		(1,944	)
Electrical Products		722			2,023
Corporate		(298	)		(22	)
	$	3,962		$	2,996
*Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit):*
Thermal Products	$	4,327		$	2,958
Mechanical Products		(772	)		(1,934	)
Electrical Products		751			2,051
Corporate		(298	)		(22	)
	$	4,008		$	3,053
*Income tax expense (benefit):*
Thermal Products	$	1,005		$	869
Mechanical Products		(179	)		(568	)
Electrical Products		174			602
Corporate		(69	)		(6	)
	$	931		$	897
*Net earnings (loss):*
Thermal Products	$	3,322		$	2,089
Mechanical Products		(593	)		(1,366	)
Electrical Products		577			1,449
Corporate		(229	)		(16	)
	$	3,077		$	2,156
*Capital expenditures:*
Thermal Products	$	349		$	216
Mechanical Products		16			37
Electrical Products		59			178
	$	424		$	431

	*December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*
*Identifiable assets:*
Thermal Products	$	23,934	$	20,849
Mechanical Products		7,093		7,737
Electrical Products		4,454		3,813
	$	35,481	$	32,399

	Years Ended December 31,
	*2013*		*2012*
*Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:*
U.S.	$	13,337	$	15,915
Foreign		26,089		27,461

	$	39,426	$	43,376

	*December 31,*
	*2013*		*2012*
*Long-lived assets:*
U.S.	$	700	$	899
Foreign		554		351

	$	1,254	$	1,250

Note 17 - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data (Unaudited) (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Quarterly Financial Information [Table Text Block]

	*Quarters Ended*
	*3/31/13*		*6/30/13*		*9/30/13*		*12/31/13*		*Total*
Net revenues	$	8,973	$	11,218	$	9,900	$	9,335	$	39,426
Gross margin		4,105		5,465		4,756		4,689		19,015
Earnings before income tax expense		370		1,487		1,114		1,037		4,008
Income tax expense		78		484		24		345		931
Net earnings		292		1,003		1,090		692		3,077

Net earnings per common share - basic	$	0.03	$	0.10	$	0.11	$	0.07	$	0.30
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic		10,327,428		10,371,716		10,377,189		10,377,678		10,363,678
Net earnings per common share - diluted	$	0.03	$	0.10	$	0.10	$	0.07	$	0.30
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted		10,366,312		10,394,094		10,404,095		10,435,096		10,419,103

	*Quarters Ended*
	*3/31/12*			*6/30/12*		*9/30/12*		*12/31/12*			*Total*
Net revenues	$	10,731		$	13,576	$	10,799	$	8,270		$	43,376
Gross margin		4,596			6,194		4,762		3,507			19,059
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit)		(71	)		1,994		1,012		118			3,053
Income tax expense (benefit)		(28	)		660		348		(83	)		897
Net earnings (loss)		(43	)		1,334		664		201			2,156

Net earnings (loss) per common share - basic	$	0.00		$	0.13	$	0.06	$	0.02		$	0.21
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic		10,205,114			10,273,812		10,302,417		10,311,428			10,273,377
Net earnings (loss) per common share - diluted	$	0.00		$	0.13	$	0.06	$	0.02		$	0.21
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted		10,205,114			10,359,657		10,360,377		10,343,793			10,347,077

Note 1 - Nature of Operations (Details)	12 Months Ended
Note 1 - Nature of Operations (Details)	Dec. 31, 2013
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]
Number of Reportable Segments	3

Note 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Minimum [Member]
Note 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	one
Maximum [Member]
Note 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	ten

Note 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Weighted Average Common Shares - shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Weighted Average Common Shares [Abstract]
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic	10,363,678	10,273,377
Potentially dilutive securities:
Employee stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock	55,425	73,700
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted	10,419,103	10,347,077
Average number of potentially dilutive securities excluded from calculation	30,554	39,209

Note 3 - Acquisition (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands		11 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
Note 3 - Acquisition (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jan. 16, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Thermonics [Member]
Note 3 - Acquisition (Details) [Line Items]
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred	$ 3,802
Restructuring Charges				$ 313
Business Acquisition, Transaction Costs	485				$ 148
Goodwill, Acquired During Period	$ 50
Revenues		$ 4,692
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred				3,802
Restructuring Charges				313
Goodwill, Acquired During Period				50
Revenues			$ 39,426	$ 43,376

Note 3 - Acquisition (Details) - Allocation of the Purchase Price: $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012 USD ($)
Accrued Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation Payments [Member]
Tangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed:
Other Current Liabilities	$ (48)
Accrued Sales Commissions [Member]
Tangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed:
Other Current Liabilities	(82)
Accured Warranty [Member]
Tangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed:
Other Current Liabilities	(67)
Goodwill	50
Identifable intangible assets	1,728
Trade accounts receivable	1,161
Inventories	874
Property and equipment	263
Accounts payable	(77)
Total purchase price	$ 3,802

Note 3 - Acquisition (Details) - Finite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired with Acquisition of Thermonics - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
Fair Value [Member] \| Customer Relationships [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 1,110
Fair Value [Member] \| Customer Backlog [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	70
Fair Value [Member] \| Trade Names [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	140
Fair Value [Member] \| Patented Technology [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	360
Fair Value [Member] \| Noncompete Agreements [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	48
Fair Value [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	1,728
Customer Relationships [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 1,480	$ 1,480
Weighted Average Estimated Useful Life	72 months
Customer Backlog [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 70	70
Weighted Average Estimated Useful Life	3 months
Trade Names [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 140	140
Weighted Average Estimated Useful Life	48 months
Patented Technology [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 590	590
Weighted Average Estimated Useful Life	132 months
Noncompete Agreements [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 48	48
Weighted Average Estimated Useful Life	18 months
Fair Value	$ 2,598	$ 2,598
Weighted Average Estimated Useful Life	78 months 9 days

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Goodwill and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Member]
Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Details) [Line Items]
Fair Value Inputs, Discount Rate	20.00%	24.00%
Amortization of Intangible Assets	$ 446	$ 476
Percent by which Goodwill Exceeds Fair Value	65.00%	41.00%
Amount By Which Goodwill Exceeds Fair Value	$ 13,888	$ 7,516

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Details) - Intangible Assets - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Trademarks [Member]
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 510	$ 510
Net Carrying Amount	510	510
Customer Relationships [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Gross Carrying Amount	1,480	1,480
Accumulated Amortization	725	439
Net Carrying Amount	755	1,041
Patented Technology [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Gross Carrying Amount	590	590
Accumulated Amortization	307	233
Net Carrying Amount	283	357
Computer Software, Intangible Asset [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Gross Carrying Amount	270	270
Accumulated Amortization	142	115
Net Carrying Amount	128	155
Trade Names [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Gross Carrying Amount	140	140
Accumulated Amortization	68	33
Net Carrying Amount	72	107
Customer Backlog [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Gross Carrying Amount	70	70
Accumulated Amortization	70	70
Noncompete Agreements [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets:
Gross Carrying Amount	48	48
Accumulated Amortization	48	24
Net Carrying Amount		24
Gross Carrying Amount	2,598	2,598
Accumulated Amortization	1,360	914
Net Carrying Amount	1,238	1,684
Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
Gross Carrying Amount	3,108	3,108
Net Carrying Amount	$ 1,748	$ 2,194

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Details) - Estimated Useful Lives of Finite Lived Intangible Assets	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Sigma [Member] \| Customer Relationships [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life	72 months
Remaining Estimated Useful Life	9 months
Sigma [Member] \| Computer Software, Intangible Asset [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life	120 months
Remaining Estimated Useful Life	57 months
Sigma [Member] \| Patented Technology [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life	60 months
Thermonics [Member] \| Customer Relationships [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life	72 months
Remaining Estimated Useful Life	48 months 15 days
Thermonics [Member] \| Patented Technology [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life	132 months
Remaining Estimated Useful Life	108 months 15 days
Thermonics [Member] \| Customer Backlog [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life	3 months
Thermonics [Member] \| Trade Names [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life	48 months
Remaining Estimated Useful Life	24 months 15 days
Thermonics [Member] \| Noncompete Agreements [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life	18 months
Customer Relationships [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life		72 months
Patented Technology [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life		132 months
Customer Backlog [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life		3 months
Trade Names [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life		48 months
Noncompete Agreements [Member]
Finite-lived intangible assets resulting from the acquisition of Sigma:
Estimated Useful Life		18 months
Estimated Useful Life		78 months 9 days

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Details) - Changes in the Amount of the Carrying Value of Intangible Assets - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Changes in the Amount of the Carrying Value of Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Balance - January 1, 2013	$ 1,684
Amortization	(446)	$ (476)
Balance - December 31, 2013	$ 1,238	$ 1,684

Note 4 - Goodwill, Intangible and Long-lived Assets (Details) - Future Amortization Expense $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)
Future Amortization Expense [Abstract]
2014	$ 355
2015	289
2016	229
2017	212
2018	$ 65

Note 5 - Restructuring and Other Charges (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012
Termination Fees [Member]
Note 5 - Restructuring and Other Charges (Details) [Line Items]
Restructuring Charges		$ 220
Facility Closure Costs [Member]
Note 5 - Restructuring and Other Charges (Details) [Line Items]
Restructuring and Related Cost, Incurred Cost		359
Relocation Fees [Member]
Note 5 - Restructuring and Other Charges (Details) [Line Items]
Restructuring Charges		$ 139
Restructuring Charges			$ 313
Restructuring Reserve, Accrual Adjustment	$ 46		$ 46

Note 5 - Restructuring and Other Charges (Details) - Liability for Restructuring and Other Charges - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012
Liability for Restructuring and Other Charges [Abstract]
Balance		$ 0
Accruals for facility closure costs		313
Cash payments related to facility closure costs		(359)
Refund of lease termination fees	$ 46	46
Balance	$ 0	$ 0

Note 6 - Major Customers (Details)	12 Months Ended
Note 6 - Major Customers (Details)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Texas Instruments Incorporated [Member] \| Customer Concentration Risk [Member] \| Sales Revenue, Net [Member]
Note 6 - Major Customers (Details) [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	13.00%	14.00%
Teradyne Inc [Member] \| Customer Concentration Risk [Member] \| Sales Revenue, Net [Member]
Note 6 - Major Customers (Details) [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage		11.00%
Number of Operating Segments	3

Note 7 - Inventories (Details) - Inventories - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Inventories [Abstract]
Raw materials	$ 2,753	$ 2,157
Work in process	222	454
Inventory consigned to others	94	105
Finished goods	174	419
	$ 3,243	$ 3,135

Note 8 - Other Current Liabilities (Details) - Other Current Liabilities - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Other Current Liabilities [Abstract]
Accrued warranty	$ 123	$ 197
Other	104	179
	$ 227	$ 376

Note 9 - Debt (Details) - Outstanding Letters of Credit - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Original L/C Issue Date: 3/29/2010 [Member] \| Letter of Credit Expiration Date: 3/31/2014 [Member] \| Mt. Laurel [Member] \| Lease Expiration Date: 4/30/2021 [Member]
Note 9 - Debt (Details) - Outstanding Letters of Credit [Line Items]
Original L/C Issue Date	Mar. 29, 2010
L/C Expiration Date	Mar. 31, 2014
Lease Expiration Date	Apr. 30, 2021
Letters of Credit Amount Outstanding	$ 250	$ 250
Original L/C Issue Date: 10/27/2010 [Member] \| Letter of Credit Expiration Date: 11/08/2013 [Member] \| Mansfield [Member] \| Lease Expiration Date: 8/23/2021 [Member]
Note 9 - Debt (Details) - Outstanding Letters of Credit [Line Items]
Original L/C Issue Date	Oct. 27, 2010
L/C Expiration Date	Nov. 08, 2014
Lease Expiration Date	Aug. 23, 2021
Letters of Credit Amount Outstanding	$ 200	200
Letters of Credit Amount Outstanding	$ 450	$ 450

Note 10 - Equipment Leasing (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Equipment [Member]
Note 10 - Equipment Leasing (Details) [Line Items]
Machinery and Equipment, Gross	$ 561	$ 282
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment	138	72
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Receivable, Remainder of Fiscal Year	109
Machinery and Equipment, Gross	4,190	3,948
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment	$ 3,530	$ 3,289

Note 11 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Operating Leases, Rent Expense	$ 1,221	$ 1,237

Note 11 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - Minimum Rental Commitments Under Noncancellable Operating Leases $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)
Minimum Rental Commitments Under Noncancellable Operating Leases [Abstract]
2014	$ 1,041
2015	1,023
2016	1,094
2017	1,060
2018	979
Thereafter	2,500
	$ 7,697

Note 12 - Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Note 12 - Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance	$ 287	$ 573	$ 484
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Period Increase (Decrease)	$ (286)	$ 89
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent	34.00%	34.00%

Note 12 - Income Taxes (Details) - Earnings Before Income Taxes - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Earnings Before Income Taxes [Abstract]
Domestic	$ 3,245	$ 2,580
Foreign	763	473
	$ 4,008	$ 3,053

Note 12 - Income Taxes (Details) - Income Tax Expense (Benefit) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Domestic Tax Authority [Member]
Current
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	$ 515	$ 362
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
Current
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	74	62
Foreign Tax Authority [Member]
Current
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	35	30
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	624	454
Deferred
Domestic -- Federal	218	396
Domestic -- state	212	(126)
Foreign	(123)	173
	307	443
Income tax expense	$ 931	$ 897

Note 12 - Income Taxes (Details) - Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Deferred tax assets:
Net operating loss ("NOL") (state and foreign)	$ 829	$ 1,182
Depreciation of property and equipment	646	793
Tax credit carryforwards (foreign, research and AMT)	269	440
Inventories	180	177
Accrued vacation pay and stock-based compensation	169	182
Intangibles	162	86
Allowance for doubtful accounts	56	56
Acquisition costs	37	39
Accrued warranty	11	22
Other	26	68
	2,385	3,045
Valuation allowance	(287)	(573)	$ (484)
Deferred tax assets	2,098	2,472
Deferred tax liabilities:
Net intangible assets	(260)	(307)
Unremitted earnings of foreign subsidiaries	(107)	(127)
Deferred tax liabilities	(367)	(434)
Net deferred tax asset	$ 1,731	$ 2,038

Note 12 - Income Taxes (Details) - Effective Tax Rate Analysis and Reconciliation of Expected Statutory Rate - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Effective Tax Rate Analysis and Reconciliation of Expected Statutory Rate [Abstract]
Expected income tax provision at U.S. statutory rate	$ 1,363	$ 1,038
Increase (decrease) in tax from:
Current year tax credits (foreign and research)	(417)	(523)
Foreign income tax rate differences	(80)	(36)
Changes in valuation allowance	(286)	89
Deemed dividend from foreign subsidiaries	135	212
Domestic tax expense, net of Federal benefit	127	72
Nondeductible expenses	10	20
NOL carryforwards utilized	200	103
Other	(121)	(78)
Income tax expense	$ 931	$ 897

Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Jun. 13, 2007
Restricted Stock [Member]
Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Details) [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period	4 years
Stock Plan 2007 [Member]
Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Details) [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized			500,000
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant	62,500
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross	0	0
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized (in Dollars)	$ 439
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition	2 years 219 days
Share Price (in Dollars per share)	$ 3.75
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value (in Dollars)	$ 176	$ 253

Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Details) - Stock Option Activity - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Stock Option Activity [Abstract]
Options outstanding - Number of shares	10,000	219,000
Options outstanding - Weighted average exercise price	$ 5.66	$ 3.17
Options granted - Number of shares	0	0
Options granted - Weighted average exercise price	$ 0	$ 0
Options exercised - Number of shares	(10,000)	0
Options exercised - Weighted average exercise price	$ 3.04	$ 0
Options canceled - Number of shares	(199,000)	(30,000)
Options canceled - Weighted average exercise price	$ 3.05	$ 4.11

Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Details) - Stock Option Activity (Parentheticals) - shares	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Stock Option Activity [Abstract]
Options exercisable	10,000	219,000	249,000

Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Details) - Stock Option Outstanding	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013 $ / shares shares
Stock Option Outstanding [Abstract]
	$ 5.66
(in Shares) \| shares	10,000
	171 days
	$ 5.66

Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Details) - Allocation of Share-Based Compensation Expense - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Cost of Sales [Member]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Allocated Share-Based Compensation Expense	$ 8	$ 5
Selling and Marketing Expense [Member]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Allocated Share-Based Compensation Expense	10	9
Engineering and Product Development Expense [Member]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Allocated Share-Based Compensation Expense	28	24
General and Administrative Expense [Member]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Allocated Share-Based Compensation Expense	82	75
Allocated Share-Based Compensation Expense	$ 128	$ 113

Note 14 - Stock-Based Compensation (Details) - Nonvested Shares - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Nonvested Shares [Abstract]
Nonvested Shares - Number of Shares	180,000	108,750
Nonvested Shares - Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$ 2.69	$ 1.63
Shares Granted - Number of Shares	127,500
Shares Granted - Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$ 3.62
Shares Vested - Number of Shares	(56,250)	(76,250)
Shares Vested - Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$ 1.70	$ 1.62
Shares Forfeited - Number of Shares		(10,000)
Shares Forfeited - Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value		$ 1.42

Note 15 - Employee Benefit Plans (Details) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Note 15 - Employee Benefit Plans (Details) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2012 USD ($)
Temptronic Facility [Member]
Note 15 - Employee Benefit Plans (Details) [Line Items]
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Percent		6.00%
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Amount		$ 3
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Discretionary Contribution Amount		$ 81
Maximum Contribution Per Dollar		0.50
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Percent	10.00%
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Amount	$ 5
Defined Contribution Plan Employer Matching Contribution Vesting Period	4 years
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Discretionary Contribution Amount	$ 320	$ 182
Defined Contribution Plan, Cost Recognized		$ 300

Note 16 - Segment Information (Details)	12 Months Ended
Note 16 - Segment Information (Details)	Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Number of Reportable Segments	3

Note 16 - Segment Information (Details) - Segment Information - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Thermal Products [Member]
Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:
Revenues	$ 22,962	$ 24,307
Depreciation/amortization:
Depreciation/Amortization	695	816
Operating income (loss):
Operating Income (Loss)	4,322	2,939
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit):
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit)	4,327	2,958
Income tax expense (benefit):
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	1,005	869
Net earnings (loss):
Net earnings (loss)	3,322	2,089
Capital expenditures:
Capital Expenditures	349	216
Identifiable assets:
Identifiable Assets	23,934	20,849
Mechanical Products [Member]
Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:
Revenues	9,962	9,904
Depreciation/amortization:
Depreciation/Amortization	79	73
Operating income (loss):
Operating Income (Loss)	(784)	(1,944)
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit):
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit)	(772)	(1,934)
Income tax expense (benefit):
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	(179)	(568)
Net earnings (loss):
Net earnings (loss)	(593)	(1,366)
Capital expenditures:
Capital Expenditures	16	37
Identifiable assets:
Identifiable Assets	7,093	7,737
Electrical Products [Member]
Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:
Revenues	6,502	9,165
Depreciation/amortization:
Depreciation/Amortization	73	44
Operating income (loss):
Operating Income (Loss)	722	2,023
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit):
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit)	751	2,051
Income tax expense (benefit):
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	174	602
Net earnings (loss):
Net earnings (loss)	577	1,449
Capital expenditures:
Capital Expenditures	59	178
Identifiable assets:
Identifiable Assets	4,454	3,813
Corporate Segment [Member]
Operating income (loss):
Operating Income (Loss)	(298)	(22)
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit):
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit)	(298)	(22)
Income tax expense (benefit):
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	(69)	(6)
Net earnings (loss):
Net earnings (loss)	(229)	(16)
UNITED STATES
Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:
Revenues	13,337	15,915
Long-lived assets:
Long-lived Assets	700	899
Foreign [Member]
Net revenues from unaffiliated customers:
Revenues	26,089	27,461
Long-lived assets:
Long-lived Assets	554	351
Revenues	39,426	43,376
Depreciation/Amortization	847	933
Operating Income (Loss)	3,962	2,996
Earnings (loss) before income tax expense (benefit)	4,008	3,053
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	931	897
Net earnings (loss)	3,077	2,156
Capital Expenditures	424	431
Identifiable Assets	35,481	32,399
Long-lived Assets	$ 1,254	$ 1,250

Note 17 - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data (Unaudited) (Details) - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Quarter One [Member]
Note 17 - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data (Unaudited) (Details) - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data [Line Items]
Net revenues	$ 8,973	$ 10,731
Gross margin	4,105	4,596
Earnings	370	(71)
Income tax expense	78	(28)
Net earnings	$ 292	$ (43)
Net earnings (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.03	$ 0.00
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic (in Shares)	10,327,428	10,205,114
Net earnings (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.03	$ 0.00
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted (in Shares)	10,366,312	10,205,114
Quarter Two [Member]
Note 17 - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data (Unaudited) (Details) - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data [Line Items]
Net revenues	$ 11,218	$ 13,576
Gross margin	5,465	6,194
Earnings	1,487	1,994
Income tax expense	484	660
Net earnings	$ 1,003	$ 1,334
Net earnings (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.10	$ 0.13
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic (in Shares)	10,371,716	10,273,812
Net earnings (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.10	$ 0.13
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted (in Shares)	10,394,094	10,359,657
Quarter Three [Member]
Note 17 - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data (Unaudited) (Details) - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data [Line Items]
Net revenues	$ 9,900	$ 10,799
Gross margin	4,756	4,762
Earnings	1,114	1,012
Income tax expense	24	348
Net earnings	$ 1,090	$ 664
Net earnings (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.11	$ 0.06
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic (in Shares)	10,377,189	10,302,417
Net earnings (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.10	$ 0.06
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted (in Shares)	10,404,095	10,360,377
Quarter Four [Member]
Note 17 - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data (Unaudited) (Details) - Quarterly Consolidated Financial Data [Line Items]
Net revenues	$ 9,335	$ 8,270
Gross margin	4,689	3,507
Earnings	1,037	118
Income tax expense	345	(83)
Net earnings	$ 692	$ 201
Net earnings (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic (in Shares)	10,377,678	10,311,428
Net earnings (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted (in Shares)	10,435,096	10,343,793

Note 18 - Subsequent Events (Details)	Mar. 04, 2014 shares
Subsequent Event [Member] \| Stock Plan 2014 [Member]
Note 18 - Subsequent Events (Details) [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized	500,000

Label	Element	Value
Depreciation	us-gaap_Depreciation	$ 401,000
Depreciation	us-gaap_Depreciation	457,000
Provision for Doubtful Accounts	us-gaap_ProvisionForDoubtfulAccounts	0
Provision for Doubtful Accounts	us-gaap_ProvisionForDoubtfulAccounts	$ 8,000
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number	us-gaap_ShareBasedCompensationArrangementByShareBasedPaymentAwardEquityInstrumentsOtherThanOptionsNonvestedNumber	195,000
Inventory Adjustments	us-gaap_InventoryAdjustments	$ 311,000
Inventory Adjustments	us-gaap_InventoryAdjustments	$ 688,000
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	us-gaap_ShareBasedCompensationArrangementByShareBasedPaymentAwardEquityInstrumentsOtherThanOptionsNonvestedWeightedAverageGrantDateFairValue	$ 1.62
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price	us-gaap_ShareBasedCompensationArrangementByShareBasedPaymentAwardOptionsOutstandingWeightedAverageExercisePrice	$ 3.28
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Number	us-gaap_ShareBasedCompensationArrangementByShareBasedPaymentAwardOptionsOutstandingNumber	249,000