Guidelines for High Volume Microcection

Discusses the many variables and problems associated with the process from sample removal to micro-etch and the variables common to high volume microsection. The process variables and problems are organized so the reader can research a specific issue or overview the variables of a process area. 31 pages. Released October 1993.

PWB Fabrication Data Quality Rating System

This document describes a PWB fabrication data quality rating system used by favricators to evaluate the incoming data package integrity. Includes information on conformance to both fabricator and customer design rules and can be used by printed board designers as an output quality check. 16 pages. Released February 1999.

Microsection Evaluation Training on CD-ROM

This self-paced training program covers the complete microsection evaluation topic in five sections, beginning with a recap of the qualities of a correctly prepared microsection and an examination of appropriate evaluation equipment. Measurement of the plated through-hole, the various platings and the laminate is covered thoroughly. A discussion of the role of etching in evaluation is included. Additional sections look at the various evaluation criteria of a microsection's plated through-hole, various platings and laminates. Comprehensive instruction on the measurement of both metal and laminate structures completes the program. There is a quiz at the end of each section. (Single-user version only. network version not available.)

Guidelines and Requirements for Electrical Testing of Unpopulated Printed Boards

Provides information to assist in selecting the test analyzer, test parameters, test data and fixturing required to perform electrical test(s) on unpopulated boards and innerlayers. 12 pages. Released October 1990.

General Requirements for Implementation of Statistical Process Control

Describes the general requirements for implementation of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and is intended for use by individuals in electronics and other industries involved in the planning, implementation and evaluation of an SPC system. Outlines SPC philosophy, implementation strategies, tools and techniques that may be applied in different sequences depending on the specific company, operation, or variable under consideration to relate process control and capability to end product requirements. 131 pages. Released October 1990.

General Requirements for Implementation of ISO-9000 Quality Systems

Explains the requirements for implementing ISO-9000 quality standards in conjunction with IPC or other product conformance specifications. The standard is applicable but not restricted to suppliers and manufacturers of electrical/electronic components, base materials, printed boards, assemblies, equipment and related products.

In addition to encouraging manufacturers to adopt ISO-9000 principles, this standard details the methodology to be used for integrated adherence to performance specification requirements or process control and certification into a relationship with a single third-party auditing authority. 25 pages. Released April 1993.

User's Guidelines for Automated Inspection of Artwork, Innerlayers, and unpopulated PWBs

Describes user guidelines for an automatic inspection system for artwork, innerlayers and unpopulated PWBs. 7 pages. Released October 1988.

Standard for Visual Optical Inspection Aids

Establishes requirements, definitions and certification provisions for optical inspection aids. Defines inspection grades to be used as accept/reject criteria for optical inspection aids. 40 pages. Released October 1993.

Test Methods Manual

Contains industry approved test techniques and procedures for chemical, mechanical, electrical, and environmental tests on all forms of printed boards and connectors. There have been 111 new or revised test methods added to IPC-TM-6500 in the last two years. Is your manual up to date?

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Qualification of Facilities that Inspect/Test Printed Boards, Components and Materials

Establishes the certification requirements for facilities that inspect/test printed boards, compoents and materials. This specification is intended to provide a minimum standardized basis for evaluating or auditing a technically oriented inspection/testing facility. 21 pages. Released August 1998.