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IPC-6012F -- Cover Image

IPC-6012 - Revision F - Standard Only

Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6012
Revision
F
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  09/28/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-6012F, covers qualification and performance of rigid printed boards, including single-sided, double-sided, with or without plated-through holes, multilayer with or without blind/buried vias and metal core boards. It addresses final finish and surface plating coating requirements, conductors, holes/vias, frequency of acceptance testing and quality conformance as well as electrical, mechanical...
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IPC-1791 - Revision E - Standard Only

Trusted Electronic Designer, Fabricator and Assembler Requirements

Document #:
IPC-1791
Revision
E
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  01/29/2026
Language
English
Current Revision
This standard provides minimum requirements, policies and procedures for printed board design, fabrication, assembly, and cable and wire harness assembly organizations and/or companies to become trusted sources for markets requiring high levels of confidence in the integrity of delivered products. These trusted sources shall ensure quality, supply chain risk management (SCRM), security and chain...

IPC/JEDEC-J-STD-033 - Revision D - Standard Only

Handling, Packing, Shipping and Use of Moisture, Reflow, and Process Sensitive Devices

Document #:
IPC/JEDEC-J-STD-033
Revision
D
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  04/04/2018
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033D provides surface mount device manufacturers and users with standardized methods for handling, packing, shipping and use of moisture/reflow sensitive components. These methods help avoid damage from moisture absorption and exposure to solder reflow temperatures that can result in yield and reliability degradation and damaged components. IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033D procedures provide a...
IPC-6013E Cover Image

IPC-6013 - Revision E - Standard Only

Qualification and Performance Specification for Flexible/Rigid-Flexible Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6013
Revision
E
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  09/16/2021
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-6013E standard covers qualification and performance requirements for flexible printed boards designed to IPC-2221 and IPC-2223. The flexible printed board may be single-sided, double-sided, multilayer or rigid-flex multilayer. All of these constructions may include stiffeners, PTHs, microvias, and blind/buried vias. The IPC-6013E standard incorporates new and updated requirements for final...
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IPC-2223 - Revision E - Standard Only

Sectional Design Standard for Flexible/Rigid-Flexible Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-2223
Revision
E
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  01/24/2020
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-2223E used in conjunction with IPC-2221, IPC-2223 establishes the specific requirements for the design of flexible printed boards and forms of component mounting and interconnecting structures. The flexible materials used in the structures are comprised of insulating films, reinforced and/or non-reinforced dielectric in combination with metallic materials. IPC-2223E provides new design...
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IPC/WHMA-A-620 - Revision F - Standard Only

Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies

Document #:
IPC/WHMA-A-620
Revision
F
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  12/01/2025
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC/WHMA-A-620 is the only industry-consensus standard for Requirements and Acceptance of Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies. IPC/WHMA-A-620F describes materials, methods, tests and acceptance criteria for producing crimped, mechanically secured and soldered interconnections and the related assembly activities associated with cable and harness assemblies.
IPC-J-STD-020F Cover Image

IPC/JEDEC-J-STD-020 - Revision F - Standard Only

Moisture/Reflow Sensitivity Classification for Non-hermetic Surface Mount Devices (SMDs)

Document #:
IPC/JEDEC-J-STD-020
Revision
F
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/16/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020F standard is to identify the classification level of nonhermetic SMDs designed for surface mount assembly that are sensitive to moisture-induced stress so that they can be properly packaged, stored, and handled to avoid damage during assembly solder reflow attachment and/or repair operations. IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020F standard may be used to determine what classification level...
IPC-7095E - Cover Image

IPC-7095 - Revision E - Standard Only

Design and Assembly Process Guidance for Ball Grid Arrays (BGAs)

Document #:
IPC-7095
Revision
E
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/17/2024
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-7095E describes design and assembly implementation for ball grid array (BGA) and fine-pitch BGA (FBGA) technology, focusing on inspection, repair and reliability issues associated with design and assembly of printed boards using these packages. IPC-7095E provides the useful and practical information to those who use or are considering using BGAs. IPC-7095E provides descriptions on how to...
IPC-6018D Cover Images

IPC-6018 - Revision D - Standard Only

Qualification and Performance Specification for High Frequency (Microwave) Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6018
Revision
D
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  03/01/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-6018D standard covers qualification and performance of high frequency (microwave) boards, including single-sided, double-sided, with or without plated-through holes, multilayer with or without blind/buried vias and metal core boards. It addresses final finish and surface plating coating requirements, conductors, holes/vias, frequency of acceptance testing and quality conformance as well as...

IPC-7095 - Revision D - Standard with Amendment 1

Design and Assembly Process Implementation for BGAs

Document #:
IPC-7095
Revision
D
Product Type
Standard with amendment(s)
Released:  07/09/2019
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-7095D-AM1 standard describes design and assembly implementation for ball grid array (BGA) and fine-pitch BGA (FBGA) technology, focusing on inspection, repair and reliability issues associated with design and assembly of printed boards using these packages. IPC-7095D-AM1 provides the useful and practical information to those who use or are considering using BGAs. IPC-7095D-AM1 provides...

IPC-SM-840 - Revision E - Standard Only

Qualification and Performance Specification of Permanent Solder Mask and Flexible Cover Materials

Document #:
IPC-SM-840
Revision
E
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  12/22/2010
Language
English
Current Revision
Establishes the requirements for the evaluation of liquid and dry film solder mask material and for the determination of the acceptability of use on a standard printed board system. IPC-SM-840 provides two classes of requirements, T and H, to reflect functional performance requirements and testing severity based on industry/end use requirements. Coverage is given to adhesion, material qualification...
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IPC-1791 - Revision D - Standard Only

Trusted Electronic Designer, Fabricator and Assembler Requirements

Document #:
IPC-1791
Revision
D
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  11/01/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-1791D standard provides minimum requirements, policies and procedures for printed board design, fabrication, assembly, and cable and wire harness assembly organizations and/or companies to become trusted sources for markets requiring high levels of confidence in the integrity of delivered products. These trusted sources shall ensure quality, supply chain risk management (SCRM), security and...
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IPC-D-350 - Revision D - Standard Only

Printed Board Description in Digital Form

Document #:
IPC-D-350
Revision
D
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  07/01/1992
Language
English
Current Revision
This document bears two reference numbers, and may be obtained from IPC or the IEC. IPC-D-350D and IEC 1182-1 are identical in technical content. The IEC version of this document also contains a French translation. The IEC is responsible for the accuracy of that translation.Specifies record formats used to describe printed board products with detail sufficient for tooling, manufacturing and...
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IPC-1602 - Revision A - Standard Only

Standard for Printed Board Handling and Storage

Document #:
IPC-1602
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  12/17/2024
Language
English
Current Revision
The industry's sole standard on the handling, packaging and storage of printed boards. The requirements in this document are intended to protect printed boards from contamination, physical damage, solderability degradation, ESD and moisture uptake. Consideration is given to packaging material types and methods, production environment, handling and transport of product, and establishing baking...
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IPC-9797 - Revision A - Standard Only

Press-fit Standard for Automotive Requirements and other High-Reliability Applications

Document #:
IPC-9797
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  05/18/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-9797A is the only industry-consensus standard for Requirements and Acceptance of Press-fit Pins. IPC-9797 describes materials, methods, tests and acceptance criteria for solderless press-fit pin connections. IPC-9797 is supported by IPC-HDBK-9798 “Handbook for Press-fit Standard for Automotive Requirements and other High-Reliability Applications” for those wanting additional information and...

IPC-9704 - Revision A - Standard Only

Printed Circuit Assembly Strain Gage Test Guideline

Document #:
IPC/JEDEC-9704
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/03/2012
Language
English
Current Revision
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...

IPC-7351 - Revision B - Standard Only

Generic Requirements for Surface Mount Design and Land Pattern Standard

Document #:
IPC-7351
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  07/01/2010
Language
English
Current Revision
This popular document covers land pattern design for all types of passive and active components, including resistors, capacitors, MELFs, SOPs, QFPs, BGAs, QFNs and SONs. The standard provides printed board designers with an intelligent land pattern naming convention, zero component rotations for CAD systems and three separate land pattern geometries for each component that allow the user to select...
IPC-2231A Cover Image

IPC-2231 - Revision A - Standard Only

DFX Guidelines

Document #:
IPC-2231
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/27/2021
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-2231A provides guidelines for establishing a best practice methodology for use in developing a formal DFX (Design for Manufacturing, Fabrication, Assembly, Testability, Cost, Reliability, Environment, Reuse) process for layout of printed boards.
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IPC-2221 - Revision C - Standard Only

Generic Standard on Printed Board Design

Document #:
IPC-2221
Revision
C
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  12/14/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-2221C is the foundation design standard for all documents in the IPC-2220 series. It establishes the generic requirements for the design of printed boards and other forms of component mounting or interconnecting structures, whether single-sided, double-sided or multilayer. Among the many updates to Revision C are new guidance and requirements on material and copper foil selection...
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IPC-1782 - Revision B - Standard Only

Standard for Manufacturing and Supply Chain Traceability of Electronic Products

Document #:
IPC-1782
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/20/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-1782B establishes minimum requirements for manufacturing and supply chain traceability based on perceived risk. IPC-1782B applies to all products, processes, assemblies, parts, components, equipment used and other items as defined by users and suppliers in the manufacture of printed board assemblies, as well as mechanical assembly and printed board fabrication. IPC-1782B is applicable both for...

IPC-9691 - Revision B - Standard Only

User Guide for the IPC-TM-650, Method 2.6.25, Conductive Anodic Filament (CAF) Resistance and Other Internal Electrochemical Migration Testing

Document #:
IPC-9691
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  09/08/2016
Language
English
Current Revision
This document is the product of the IPC Electrochemical Migration (ECM) Task Group. It was drafted to provide guidance regarding implementation of the User Guide for the IPC-TM-650, Method 2.6.25, Conductive Anodic Filament (CAF) Resistance and Other Internal Electrochemical Migration Testing to evaluate the effects of mechanical stress, laminate material fracturing, ionic contamination, moisture...
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IPC-7093 - Revision B - Standard Only

Design and Assembly Process Guidance for Bottom Termination Components (BTCs)

Document #:
IPC-7093
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/05/2026
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-7093B guideline provides essential design and assembly guidance for implementing bottom termination components (BTCs). Specifically, IPC-7093B provides guidelines on critical design, materials, assembly, inspection, repair, quality, and reliability issues associated with BTCs.

IPC-2581 - Revision C - Standard Only

Generic Requirements for Printed Board Assembly Products Manufacturing Description Data and Transfer Methodology

Document #:
IPC-2581
Revision
C
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  11/20/2020
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-2581C standard specifies the XML schema that represents the intelligent data file format used to describe printed board and printed board assembly products with details sufficient for tooling, manufacturing, assembly, and inspection requirements. This format may be used for transmitting information between a printed board designer and a manufacturing or assembly facility. The data is most...

IPC-CC-830 - Revision C - Standard Only

Qualification and Performance of Electrical Insulating Compound for Printed Wiring Assemblies

Document #:
IPC-CC-830
Revision
C
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  01/15/2019
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-CC-830C standard establishes qualification and conformance requirements for electrical insulating compounds (conformal coatings). It has been designed and constructed with the intent of obtaining maximum confidence in the materials with minimum test redundancy. The IPC-CC-830C standard covers: • The qualification and qualification retention of the conformal coating material (Table 3-1...

IPC-CH-65 - Revision B - Standard Only

Guidelines for Cleaning of Printed Boards and Assemblies

Document #:
IPC-CH-65
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  07/25/2011
Language
English
Current Revision
This document includes lead free, no-clean, and environmental friendly chemistries. This is a collection of information on electronic board and assembly cleaning in a single location. This major revision explains the relationship between materials, processes, and contaminants in fabrication and assembly operations. It also addresses cleanliness assessment and process control in relation to...
IPC-9701B Cover Image

IPC-9701 - Revision B - Standard Only

Thermal Cycling Test Method for Fatigue Life Characterization of Surface Mount Attachments

Document #:
IPC-9701
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  04/12/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
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-D-620A Cover Image

IPC-D-620 - Revision A - Standard Only

Design and Critical Process Requirements for Cable and Wiring Harnesses

Document #:
IPC-D-620
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/28/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-D-620A standard provides design and critical process requirements for cable and wire harness assemblies as well as military/space applications. IPC-D-620A is the design requirements companion to IPC/WHMA-A-620, "Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies," and its associated Space Addendum. Three white papers are included to provide guidance on key topics discussed...
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IPC-D-325 - Revision A - Standard Only

Documentation Requirements for Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-D-325
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  05/01/1995
Language
English
Current Revision
Establishes the general requirements for documentation necessary to fully describe end product printed boards, regardless of raw material, special fabrication requirements, layer count or end product usage. Includes master drawing requirements, board definition and artwork/phototooling. 94 pages. Revised May 1995.

IPC-2222 - Revision B - Standard Only

Sectional Design Standard for Rigid Organic Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-2222
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/07/2020
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-2222B used in conjunction with IPC-2221, establishes the specific requirements for the design of rigid organic printed boards and other forms of component mounting and interconnecting structures. The IPC-2222B standard applies to single-sided, double-sided, or multi-layered boards. Key concepts in IPC-2222B are rigid laminate properties, design requirements for printed board assembly and...
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IPC-7525 - Revision C - Standard Only

Stencil Design Guidelines

Document #:
IPC-7525
Revision
C
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/28/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-7525C standard provides guidance for the design and fabrication of stencils for solder paste and surface-mount adhesive with much of the content based on the experience of stencil designers, fabricators, and users.
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IPC-7530 - Revision B - Standard Only

Guidelines for Temperature Profiling for Mass Soldering Processes (Reflow and Wave)

Document #:
IPC-7530
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  03/13/2025
Language
English
Current Revision
This document provides useful and practical information for developing thermal profiles to produce acceptable SnPb and Pb-free electronics assemblies using reflow, vapor phase, laser, selective and wave soldering equipment. The document also includes a troubleshooting guide for addressing common defects which can be attributed to profiling.

IPC-D-356 - Revision B - Standard Only

Bare Substrate Electrical Test Data Format

Document #:
IPC-D-356
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/01/2002
Language
English
Current Revision
UPDATED! This standard describes a data format for transmitting bare board electrical test information in digital form, including data suitable for computer-aided repair. When used as a netlist input to test data processing, the receiver of IPC-D-356B data will determine test point assignments and positioning. Enhancements to the B Revision include updates to the concept of testable areas to...

IPC-2226 - Revision A - Standard Only

Sectional Design Standard for High Density Interconnect (HDI) Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-2226
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/12/2017
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-2226A, Sectional Design Standards for High Density Interconnect (HDI) Printed Boards is used in conjunction with IPC-2221B. The IPC-2226A standard establishes requirements and considerations for the design of high density interconnect (HDI) printed boards and microvia technology. Revision A constitutes a substantial update to the document, with an all new color key for HDI constructions, new...

IPC-9252 - Revision B - Standard Only

Requirements for Electrical Testing of Unpopulated Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-9252
Revision
B
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  09/15/2016
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-9252 defines levels of appropriate testing and assists in the selection of the test analyzer, test parameters, test data and fixturing required to perform electrical test(s) on unpopulated printed boards and innerlayers. Revision B provides new requirements for resistive and indirect continuity and isolating testing, test record marking and traceability and an updated sample electrical test...
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IPC/JEDEC-J-STD-609 - Revision C - Standard Only

Marking, Symbols, and Labels of Leaded and Lead-Free Terminal Finished Materials Used in Electronic Assembly

Document #:
IPC/JEDEC-J-STD-609
Revision
C
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/05/2025
Language
English
Current Revision
This standard provides a marking and labeling system that aids in assembly, rework, repair and recycling and provides for the identification of: 1. those assemblies that are assembled with lead-containing or lead-free solder; 2. components that have lead-containing or lead-free second level interconnect terminal finishes and materials; 3. the maximum component temperature not to be exceeded during...
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IPC-J-STD-048 - Revision A - Standard Only

Notification Standard for Product Discontinuance

Document #:
IPC-J-STD-048
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  01/22/2026
Language
English
Current Revision
This standard is applicable to suppliers of, and affected customers for, electronic products and their constituent components. The goal of this notification standard is to better enable customers to manage and mitigate the disruption caused by the discontinuation of a product and to ensure continuity of supply. This standard establishes the requirements for timely customer notification of planned...
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IPC-9203 - Revision A - Standard Only

Users Guide to IPC-9202 and the IPC-B-52 Standard Test Vehicle

Document #:
IPC-9203
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/16/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
While there are a variety of industry test vehicles for the examination of material compatibility, the IPC-B-52 test board was created to meet the needs for testing both ion chromatograph and surface insulation resistance (SIR) which would be more representative of the manufacturing materials and processes. IPC-9203A standard addresses the IPC-B-52 test vehicle, which can be used to evaluate a...
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IPC/JEDEC-J-STD-035 - Revision A - Standard Only

Acoustic Microscopy for Nonhermetic Encapsulated Electronics Devices

Document #:
IPC/JEDEC-J-STD-035
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/16/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
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
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IPC-9121 - Revision A - Standard Only

Troubleshooting for Printed Board Fabrication Processes

Document #:
IPC-9121
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  04/14/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-1921A handbook provides problems, causes and possible corrective actions related to printed board manufacturing processes. Includes more than 200 photos and illustrations depicting common defects.
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IPC-7091A - Revision A - Standard Only

Design and Assembly Process Implementation of 3D Components

Document #:
IPC-7091
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  01/13/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
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...
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IPC-9202 - Revision A - Standard Only

Material and Process Characterization/Qualification Test Protocol for Assessing Electrochemical Performance Using the IPC-B-52 Test Assembly

Document #:
IPC-9202
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/28/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
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...
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IPC-1401 - Revision A - Standard Only

Corporate Social Responsibility Management System Standard

Document #:
IPC-1401
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  11/29/2021
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-1401A standard specifies the requirements and best practice guidelines for an effective corporate social responsibility (CSR) management system to help an enterprise integrate CSR as a customer requirement into products and value chain activities, as well as to identify and manage CSR risks and opportunities through cooperation with customers and suppliers, to enhance the competitive...
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IPC-6017 - Revision A - Standard Only

Qualification and Performance Specification for Printed Boards Containing Embedded Active and Passive Circuitry

Document #:
IPC-6017
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  09/16/2021
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-6017A standard defines the electrical, mechanical, and environmental requirements specific to embedded passive and active circuitry in printed boards. These requirements are in addition to the applicable requirements of other performance specification(s) (e.g., J-STD-001).

IPC-7094 - Revision A - Standard Only

Design and Assembly Process Implementation for Flip Chip and Die-Size Components

Document #:
IPC-7094
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/14/2018
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-7094A describes the design and assembly challenges for implementing flip chip technology in a direct chip attach (DCA) assembly. The effect of bare-die or die-size components in a flip chip format has an impact on component characteristics and dictates the appropriate assembly methodology. The IPC-7094A standard focuses on design, assembly methodology, critical inspection, repair and...
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IPC-PE-740 - Revision A - Standard Only

Troubleshooting for Printed Board Manufacture and Assembly

Document #:
IPC-PE-740
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  12/01/1997
Language
English
Current Revision
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...
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IPC-D-390 - Revision A - Standard Only

Automated Design Guidelines

Document #:
IPC-D-390
Revision
A
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  02/01/1988
Language
English
Current Revision
This document is a general overview of computer aided design and its processes, techniques, considerations and problem areas with respect to printed circuit design. Describes the CAD design process from initial input package requirements to engineering change. 44 pages. Revised February 1988.

IPC-D-310 - Revision C - Standard Only

Guidelines for Phototool Generation and Measurement Techniques

Document #:
IPC-D-310
Revision
C
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  06/01/1991
Language
English
Current Revision
This document provides manufacturing and design considerations, input data requirements, test coupons, process control, tape and preform artwork, cut and strip artwork, vector photoplotting, rasterplotting, direct imaging, measurement and quality assurance. 68 pages. Revised June 1991.
IPC-6012E-AM1 Cover Image

IPC-6012 - Revision E - Amendment 1

Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6012
Revision
E
Product Type
Amendment
Released:  04/20/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-6012E-AM1 is an Amendent to the IPC-6012E that clarifes the distinction between receding and dewetting solder in reflowed SPb or HASL coatings. The Amendment also provides amended criteria for minimum external conductor thickness of the finished printed board and new acceptance criteria for the minimum thickness of internal plated layers
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IPC-6013 - Revision D - Amendment 1

Qualification and Performance Specification for Flexible and Rigid-Flexible Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6013
Revision
D
Product Type
Amendment
Released:  05/03/2018
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC-6013D-AM1 is an amendment makes changes to the existing acceptance criteria for copper wrap plating measurements as defined by IPC-6013D. IPC-6013D-AM1 is an amendment which implements a dual criterion for Class 3 copper wrap plating, based on design effectivity (before and after July 01, 2018), so as not to impose onto legacy designs any additional qualification activity associated with...
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IPC-T-50 - Revision N - Standard Only

Terms and Definitions for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits

Document #:
IPC-T-50
Revision
N
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  11/30/2021
Language
English
IPC-T-50N document is designed to provide definitions for terms commonly used in the electronics industry. The definitions are intended to provide sufficient clarity of detail such that a reader utilizing English as a second language could understand the subtleties of the meaning. IPC-T-50N contains over 550 new or revised terms, including new terminology for via structures, surface mount device...
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IPC/WHMA-A-620 - Revision E - Addendum - Space and Military

Space and Military Applications Electronic Hardware Addendum to IPC/WHMA-A-620

Document #:
IPC/WHMA-A-620
Revision
E
Product Type
Addendum
Released:  11/28/2023
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC/WHMA-A-620E-S space addendum provides additional requirements to IPC/WHMA-A-620E standard to ensure the reliability of cable and wire harness assemblies that must survive the vibration and thermal excursions encountered getting to and operating in the military and space environments. IPC/WHMA-A-620E-S cannot be used as a standalone document. It must be used with the base standard IPC/WHMA-A...

IPC-6012 - Revision E - Addendum - Medical

Medical Applications Addendum to IPC-6012E Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6012
Revision
E
Product Type
Addendum
Released:  09/10/2020
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-6012EM Addendum, when required by procurement documentation/drawings, supplements or replaces specifically identified requirements of IPC-6012E, for rigid printed boards that must meet requirements to high reliability medical device applications. IPC-6012EM is the only global industry-consensus standard for Medical Applications to Qualification and Performance Specifications for Rigid...
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IPC-6012 - Revision F - Addendum - Space and Military

Space and Military Avionics Applications Addendum to IPC-6012F, Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6012
Revision
F
Product Type
Addendum
Released:  02/23/2024
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-6012FS space addendum provides exceptions to IPC Performance Class 3 requirements of the IPC-6012F for use in space and military avionics product. Exceptions include changes to acceptance criteria and/or sample size and test frequency for production lot acceptance testing. The IPC-6012FS covers requirements for rigid printed boards to survive vibration, extreme thermal cycling and ground...
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IPC-6012 - Revision E - Addendum - Automotive

Automotive Applications Addendum to IPC-6012E Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6012
Revision
E
Product Type
Addendum
Released:  11/30/2021
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-6012EA Addendum, when required by procurement documentation/drawings, supplements or replaces specifically identified requirements of IPC-6012 revision E, for rigid printed boards that must survive the vibration and thermal cycling environments of electronic interconnects within the automotive industry. The addendum includes updated requirements for lifted lands, pattern feature accuracy...
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IPC-6013 - Revision E - Addendum - Medical

Medical Applications Addendum to IPC-6013E Qualification and Performance Specification for Flexible/Rigid-Flexible Printed Boards

Document #:
IPC-6013
Revision
E
Product Type
Addendum
Released:  04/12/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-6013EM Addendum, when required by procurement documentation/drawings, supplements or replaces specifically identified requirements of IPC-6013E, for flexible/rigid-flexible printed boards that must meet requirements to high reliability medical device applications. IPC-6013EM is the only global industry-consensus standard addendum for Medical Applications to Qualification and Performance...

IPC-T-50 - Revision M - Standard Only

Terms and Definitions for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits

Document #:
IPC-T-50
Revision
M
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  05/26/2015
Language
English
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...

IPC-T-50 - Revision K - Standard Only

Terms and Definitions for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits

Document #:
IPC-T-50
Revision
K
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  07/17/2013
Language
English
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...
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IPC/WHMA-A-620 - Revision C - Addendum - Rail Transit

Rail Transit Addendum to IPC/WHMA-A-620C

Document #:
IPC/WHMA-A-620
Revision
C
Product Type
Addendum
Released:  05/31/2022
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC/WHMA-A-620C-R rail transit addendum provides additional requirements to IPC/WHMA-A-620C standard, describing materials, methods, tests, and acceptance criteria for producing crimped, mechanically secured, and soldered interconnections. It also provides the related assembly activities associated with cable and harness assemblies in rail transit industry, to ensure the high reliability and...
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IPC-T-50 - Revision J - Standard Only

SUPERSEDED BY T-50K

Document #:
IPC-T-50
Revision
J
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/18/2011
Language
English
This essential industry standard provides descriptions and illustrations of electronics interconnect industry terminology to help users and their customers break down language barriers. Revision J contains nearly 400 new or revised terms, including new terminology for chip scale and area array packaging, cable and wire harness technology, assembly processing, moisture sensitive components, and...

IPC-8497 - Standard Only

Cleaning Methods and Contamination Assessment for Optical Assembly

Document #:
IPC-8497
Revision
Original Version
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  12/01/2005
Language
English
Current Revision
This standard describes the methods of inspecting and cleaning all optical interfaces so that interconnectivity integrity of the optical signal is maintained. The information provided focuses on techniques and methods to accomplish maximum quality of the interface and describes methods of contamination prevention. The target audience for this standard are Manufacturing Operators, Manufacturing...
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IPC/WHMA-A-620 - Revision F- Redline Standard

IPC/WHMA-A-620E to IPC/WHMA-620F Redline Comparison

Document #:
IPC/WHMA-A-620
Revision
F
Product Type
Redline Standard
Released:  01/05/2026
Language
English
Current Revision
IPC/WHMA-A-620F-RL is a redline document showing the difference from IPC/WHMA-A-620E to IPC/WHMA-A-620F. IPC/WHMA-A-620F-RL provides a side-by-side comparison of the two documents and includes the figures and tables. The document shows deleted/changed/moved text in the IPC/WHMA-A-620E pages and new/revised/moved text in the IPC/WHMA-A-620F pages. This is a visual tool showing the changes as a...

IPC-A-630 - Standard Only

Acceptability Standard for Manufacture, Inspection, and Testing of Electronic Enclosures

Document #:
IPC-A-630
Revision
Original Version
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/04/2013
Language
English
Current Revision
This standard is the first of its kind for IPC; the first acceptability standard for electronic enclosures. It contains acceptability criteria that pertain to the "box build" of the assembly process. This standard has been written to direct manufacturers and end users of electronic enclosures of electrical and electronic equipment to understand the best practices to meet requirements, ensuring the...
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IPC-T-50 - Revision P - Standard Only

Terms and Definitions for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits

Document #:
IPC-T-50
Revision
P
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  11/25/2025
Language
English
Current Revision
This document is designed to provide definitions for terms commonly used in the electronics industry. The definitions are intended to provide sufficient clarity of detail such that a reader utilizing English as a second language could understand the subtleties of the meaning. Revision P contains over 120 new or revised terms, including new terminology for back-drill structures, cable and wire...
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IPC-9271 - Standard Only

Guidelines for In System Programming

Document #:
IPC-9271
Revision
Original Version
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  09/30/2025
Language
English
Current Revision
The IPC-9271 standard provides guidelines for device-level In-System Programming (ISP) as part of electronics assembly process. The standard addresses PCB design for ISP, fundamental characteristics when selecting an ISP programmer and the integration of the programmer in the production environment, including: fixtures, software, mechanical and process integration methodologies to increase...
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IPC/WHMA-A-620 - Revision E - Standard Only

Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies

Document #:
IPC/WHMA-A-620
Revision
E
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/19/2022
Language
English
IPC/WHMA-A-620E is the only industry-consensus standard for Requirements and Acceptance of Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies. IPC/WHMA-A-620E describes materials, methods, tests and acceptance criteria for producing crimped, mechanically secured and soldered interconnections and the related assembly activities associated with cable and harness assemblies. IPC/WHMA-A-620E was developed by IPC and...

IPC-D-279 - Standard Only

Design Guidelines for Reliable Surface Mount Technology Printed Board Assemblies

Document #:
IPC-D-279
Revision
Original Version
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  07/01/1996
Language
English
Current Revision
Establishes design concepts, guidelines and procedures for reliable printed wiring assemblies. Focuses on SMT or mixed technology PWAs, specifically addressing the interconnect structure and the solder joint itself. Discusses substrates, components, attachment materials, coatings and assembly processes and testing considerations. In addition, this document contains detailed appendices covering...

IPC-2251 - Standard Only

Design Guide for the Packaging of High Speed Electronic Circuit

Document #:
IPC-2251
Revision
Original Version
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  11/01/2003
Language
English
Current Revision
This guideline addresses the major factors influencing the design of high-speed circuitry. Considerations include electrical noise, electromagnetic interference, signal propagation time, impedance, thermo-mechanical environmental protection, and heat dissipation. Supersedes IPC-D-317A. Key improvements over the IPC-D-317A document include updated impedance models for embedded microstrip, centered...
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IPC-OI-645 - Standard Only

Standard for Visual Optical Inspection Aids

Document #:
IPC-OI-645
Revision
Original Version
Product Type
Standard Only
Released:  10/01/1993
Language
English
Current Revision
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.
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