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The IPC-9701B standard establishes a thermal cycling test method to characterize the fatigue lifetimes of surface mount solder attachments of electronic assemblies. The surface mount devices may be solder-attached to rigid, flexible or rigid-flex printed boards. The characterization results can be used to predict the field lifetime of solder attachments for the use environments and conditions of...
IPC/JEDEC J-STD-035A test method defines the procedures for performing acoustic microscopy on nonhermetic encapsulated electronic devices. IPC/JEDEC J-STD-035A method provides users with an acoustic microscopy process flow for detecting anomalies (delaminations, cracks, mold compound voids, etc.) nondestructively in encapsulated electronic devices while achieving reproducibility
Provides requirements for dielectric adhesives to hold components in place from the mounting to the soldering process and identifies test methods to ensure their long term properties. 9 pages. Released December 2014.
This guideline describes flexibility and stretchability testing to evaluate printable electronics for stretchable and wearable applications. 26 pages. Released March 2017
The IPC-9202A, Material and Process Characterization/Qualification Test Protocol that records changes in Surface Insulation Resistance (SIR) on a representative sample of a printed circuit assembly (PCA). It quantifies any deleterious effects that might arise from solder flux or other process residues left on external surfaces after soldering, which can cause unwanted electro-chemical reactions...
This document describes the design and assembly challenges and ways to address those challenges for implementing 3D component technology. Recognizing the effects of combining multiple uncased semiconductor die elements in a single-package format can impact individual component characteristics and can dictate suitable assembly methodology. The information contained in this standard focuses on...
The IPC-6903A standard provides 62 additional terms and definitions for the design and manufacture of printed electronics. The IPC-6903A standard creates a common language and understanding for the worldwide printed electronics community.
Strain gage testing allows for objective analysis of the strain and strain rate levels to which a surface mount package may be subjected to during assembly, test and operation. Excessive strain can result in various failure modes for different solder alloys, package types, surface finishes or laminate materials. This document describes specific guidelines for strain gage testing during the printed...
Developed by the OEM council of the IPC, IPC-1720A categorizes electronic assembly manufacturer capabilities and supplies the OEM customer with detailed, substantive information. This program simplifies auditing processes and reduces the frequency of audits, thereby decreasing paperwork and improving efficiency. Company and Site Description, Site Capability Snap Shot, Equipment Profile (Pre-site...
Now updated to align with IPC-7912A for end item DPMO, this document defines consistent methodologies for computation of in-process defects per million opportunities (DPMO) metrics for any evaluation stage in the assembly process. It is intended for use in measuring in-process assembly steps rather than end product determination. Calculation of completed item DPMO is addressed in IPC-7912A. A...
Surface Insulation Resistance (SIR) testing is a tool used not only for characterization testing of production processes such as solder masks, soldering flux, and conformal coatings, but also for examining the electrochemical reactions at each stage of the electronic assembly production process. This handbook covers the terminology, theories, test procedures and test vehicles of SIR testing...
This document standardizes the requirements for power conversion devices (PCDs) for the computer and telecommunications industries. The phrase “power conversion devices” refers to ac to dc and dc to dc modules, converters and power supplies. This specification sets the requirements for design; qualification testing; conformance testing and manufacturing quality/reliability processes, but does not...
IPC-7526A handbook addresses understencil cleanliness during stencil printing, removal of solder paste from stencils following the cleaning process and misprint PCB board cleaning considerations.
Finally - an end to the confusion when calculating defect opportunities for benchmarking! For customers and manufacturers, it seems like every company has a unique way of calculating defects and then reporting on quality. In a complex electronics assembly operation, is it best to calculate using the number of components? The number of leads? What about solder joints? How can companies calculate...
This standard provides a marking and labeling system that aids in assembly, rework, repair and recycling and provides for the identification of: those assemblies that are assembled with lead-containing or lead-free solder; components that have lead-containing or lead-free second level interconnect terminal finishes and materials; the maximum component temperature not to be exceeded during assembly...
The IPC-D-620A standard is the cable and wiring harness, systems-level design requirements companion to IPC/WHMA-A-620 and its associated space addendum. The intent of IPC-D-620A is to set forth the general design requirements for electrical wiring harnesses and cable assemblies. The IPC-D-620A is intended for use by the design engineer, manufacturing engineer, quality engineer, or other...
The IPC-1782A standard establishes minimum requirements for manufacturing and supply chain traceability based on perceived risk. IPC-1782A applies to all products, processes, assemblies, parts, components, equipment and other items used in the manufacture of printed board assemblies and in mechanical assembly.
The IPC-9709A standard guideline document establishes an Acoustic Emission (AE) method to enhance evaluation of the performance and reliability of surface mount attachments of electronic assemblies during mechanical loading.
Covers the information requirements for the procurement of material, box build, assembly, system integration, inspection, test, burn-in, delivery and/or distribution of electronic assemblies. 5 pages. Released January 2004.
This is the document all process engineers must have! Useful for day-to-day problem solving, it contains case histories of problems and corrective action in the design, manufacture, assembly and testing of printed wiring products. Each section has been updated to reflect today's manufacturing challenges. Sections address documentation, phototooling, raw materials, mechanical operations, hole...
This document provides the designer/user with guideline information related to the use of pressure sensitive adhesives (PSAs) for fabrication and assembly of flexible, rigid or rigid-flex printed boards, membrane switches and component attachments. It also provides information on adhesive types available, their inherent strengths, weaknesses, limitations and correct processes needed for creating...
This standard establishes the parameters, procedures and methodologies used to measure and report pick and place machine accuracy as a relationship to placement speed for a range of SMT component sizes and configurations. Purchase of this standard includes support documentation, report forms and the test material drawings in DWG format.
This essential industry standard provides descriptions and illustrations of electronic interconnect industry terminology to help users and their customers break down language barriers. Revision M contains over 220 new or revised terms, including new terminology for conformal coatings, potting and encapsulation processes, stencil design, statistical process control, and flexible printed board...
This essential industry standard provides descriptions and illustrations of electronic interconnect industry terminology to help users and their customers break down language barriers. Revision K contains more than 220 new or revised terms, including new terminology for thermal properties, etchback, assembly processing, hole drilling, and microvia technology. Also includes commonly used industry...
IPC-J-STD-001H is recognized globally for its criteria on soldering processes and materials. Updated with participants from 27 countries providing input and expertise, the IPC-J-STD-001H standard brings the latest criteria to the industry including guidance on the use of x-ray to inspect through-hole solder conditions that are not visible by any other means. IPC-J-STD-001H is a must-have for those...
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IPC-7095E: Design and Assembly Process Implementation for Ball Grid Arrays (BGAs)
IPC-2294: Design Standard for Printed Electronics on Rigid Substrates
IPC-6904: Qualification and Performance Specifications for Printed Electronics on Rigid Substrates
J-STD-005B: Requirements for Soldering Pastes
IPC-4105: Specification for Metal Base Copper Clad laminates for Rigid Printed Boards
J-STD-004D: Requirements for Soldering Fluxes
IPC-4413: Specification for Finished Fabric Woven from Low Dk Glass for Printed Boards