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IPC-4781

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Standard Only

Released: 05/30/2008

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English

Current Revision

The industry's first specification for the evaluation of a legend and/or marking ink material for the determination of acceptability of use in a standard printed board system. IPC-4781 provides coverage for adhesion, material qualification and testing, resistances to solvents, requirements for resistance to lead-free solders, and electrical requirements. 17 pages. Released May 2008.

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IPC/WHMA-A-620

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Redline Standard

Released: 01/05/2026

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English

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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...

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IPC-J-STD-001

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Released: 10/31/2017

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English

J-STD-001 is recognized globally for its criteria on soldering processes and materials. Updated with participants from 18 countries providing input and expertise, this document brings the latest criteria along with new graphics to the industry for ease of use and comprehension. This is a must-have for those in the electronics industry with an interest in the process and acceptance criteria for...

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IPC/WHMA-A-620

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Released: 10/19/2022

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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...

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IPC-7527

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Standard Only

Released: 05/17/2012

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English

Current Revision

This standard is a collection of visual quality acceptability criteria for solder paste printing. It provides a standardized language for solder paste characterization. It provides users with common descriptions and potential causes for solder paste deposits. The standard provides valuable insights to the solder paste printing operations which can be used in troubleshooting of the printing process...

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IPC-TM-650

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Contains over 150 industry approved test techniques and procedures for chemical, mechanical, electrical, and environmental tests on all forms of printed boards and connectors. New and updated test methods are available for download at https://www.ipc.org/test-methods.

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IPC-T-50

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Standard Only

Released: 11/25/2025

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English

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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-9111

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Released: 02/13/2019

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English

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The IPC-9111 handbook is a valuable resource for anyone involved in manufacturing or purchasing printed board assemblies. Issues in the assembly process are presented along with possible causes and actions to take to resolve them. Photos are provided throughout the document to assist the reader. IPC-9111 supersedes the printed board assembly sections of IPC-PE-740A.

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IPC/WHMA-A-620

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Standard Only

Released: 01/21/2020

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English

IPC/WHMA-A-620D is the only industry-consensus standard for Requirements and Acceptance of Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies. IPC/WHMA-A-620D 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-620D was developed by IPC and...

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IPC-D-279

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Released: 07/01/1996

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English

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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...

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IPC-SM-784

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Released: 11/01/1990

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English

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Discusses chip types, board selection, design issues and thermal transfer methods for Chip on Board (COB) applications. Details wire bonding, TAB and flip chip designs and provides information on mounting materials, including adhesives, wires and various mechanical bonding techniques. 37 pages. Released November 1990.

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IPC-A-610

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Standard Only

Released: 10/31/2017

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English

IPC-A-610 is the most widely used electronics assembly acceptance document. Updated with participants from 17 countries providing input and expertise, this document brings the latest criteria along with many new and revised graphics to the industry. This is a must-have for inspectors, operators and others with an interest in the acceptance criteria for electronic assemblies. IPC-A-610 is developed...

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IPC-A-610

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Standard with amendment(s)

Released: 05/09/2016

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English

IPC-A-610F with Amendment 1 incorporates the requirements of IPC-A-610F and IPC-A-610F Amendment 1 into one document. Criteria are presented in a seamless IPC-A-610 format, and there are no redline marks. This document is the equivalent to using IPC-A-610F and IPC-A-610F Amendment 1. IPC brings this version to industry to minimize confusion for those using both documents and those wishing to...

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IPC-0040

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Released: 05/01/2003

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English

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This document addresses the implementation of optical and optoelectronic packaging technologies. The areas discussed include: technology choices, design considerations, material properties, component mounting and interconnecting structures, assembly processes, testing, application, rework, and reliability of completed optoelectronic products. Optoelectronic packaging technologies include active...

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IPC-J-STD-001

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Standard with amendment(s)

Released: 05/09/2016

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English

J-STD-001F with Amendment 1 incorporates the requirements of J-STD-001F and J-STD-001F Amendment 1 into one document. Criteria are presented in a seamless J-STD-001 format, and there are no redline marks. This document is the equivalent to using J-STD-001F and J-STD-001F Amendment 1. IPC brings this version to industry to minimize confusion for those using both documents and those wishing to...

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IPC-SMEMA 7

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Original Version

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Released: 02/12/2007

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English

Current Revision

This document is intended to clarify terms used in the area of fluid dispensing. As is often the case, different terms are used by different manufacturers to convey a similar meaning. Common interchangeable terms are shown in parenthesis and the reader should not infer one term is preferred over the other.

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IPC-8401

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Original Version

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Released: 10/22/2024

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English

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IPC-8401 standard provides guidelines for In-Mold Electronics (IME) manufacturing processes, part structures, candidate materials, and production test methods. In-Mold Electronics integrates printed electronics and electrical components into injection molded plastics, creating a three-dimensional smart molded structure. IME technology uses mass production processes, materials, and components. IME...

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IPC/HERMES-9852

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1.6

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Standard Only

Released: 08/28/2024

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English

Current Revision

The IPC-Hermes-9852 standard provides a state-of-the-art communication protocol for machine-to-machine communication for surface-mount technology. Used with IPC-2591, Connected Factory Exchange, IPC-HERMES-9852 can assist any electronics manufacturer, large or small, to align their companies with smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0. Version 1.6 includes updates to SendBoardInfo and capabilities...

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IPC-2591

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2.0

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Standard Only

Released: 03/10/2025

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English

Current Revision

This standard establishes the requirements for the omnidirectional exchange of information between manufacturing processes and associated host systems for assembly manufacturing. This standard applies to communication between all executable processes in the manufacture of printed board assemblies, automated, semiautomated and manual, and is applicable to related mechanical assembly and...

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IPC-9716

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Original Version

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Released: 01/10/2025

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English

Current Revision

IPC-9716 provides requirements for automated optical inspection (AOI) systems to define, set up, establish, and apply process control for manufacturing printed board assemblies, including general and specific process and AOI system conditions. Requirements include inspection parameters, lighting conditions, calibration, detectability, resolution, threshold limits, program setups, measurement...

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IPC-9271

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Original Version

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Released: 09/30/2025

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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-2591

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1.7

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Standard Only

Released: 08/24/2023

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English

Current Revision

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IPC-5262

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Original Version

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Standard Only

Released: 10/17/2022

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English

Current Revision

The IPC-5262 prescribes the minimum design, critical process and acceptance requirements for the application of polymeric materials to electrical/electronic components, modules, printed wiring assemblies and other elements thereof. The intent of IPC-5262 is to establish a baseline of requirements, procedures, practices and process attributes based on lessons learned and best practices that have...

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IPC-5704

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Original Version

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Standard Only

Released: 01/27/2010

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English

Current Revision

Printed board quality encompasses many parameters, cleanliness being one important parameter. This document defines the recommended general requirements for the cleanliness of unpopulated (bare) single, double-sided and multilayer printed boards. Coverage is given to Ion Chromatography (IC) testing and Ionic cleanliness testing for process control. 6 pages. Released December 2009.

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IPC-5703

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Original Version

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Standard Only

Released: 05/17/2013

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English

Current Revision

Printed board cleanliness has historically been an unknown factor in the quality assessment of unpopulated (bare) printed boards; this has often been attributed to a lack of understanding of materials and processes. This document addresses the various printed board fabrication processes and how each may impact, directly or indirectly, the final cleanliness of packaged bare printed boards and...