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IPC-A-610 - Revision F - Standard with Amendment 1

Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies

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F
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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Released:  05/01/2003
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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...

IPC-J-STD-001 - Revision F - Standard with Amendment 1

Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies

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F
Released:  05/09/2016
Language
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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Released:  02/12/2007
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English
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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.

IPC-8401 - Standard Only

Guidelines for In-Mold Electronics

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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...

IPC-HERMES-9852 - Version 1.6 - Standard Only

The Global Standard for Machine-to-Machine Communication in SMT Assembly

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1.6
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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...

IPC-2591 - Version 2.0 - Standard Only

Connected Factory Exchange (CFX)

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2.0
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Released:  03/10/2025
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English
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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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Released:  01/10/2025
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English
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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...

IPC-9271 - Standard Only

Guidelines for In System Programming

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Released:  09/30/2025
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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...

IPC-2591 - Version 1.7 - Standard Only

Connected Factory Exchange (CFX)

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1.7
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Released:  08/24/2023
Language
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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Released:  10/17/2022
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English
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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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Released:  07/01/2003
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English
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Tackling PCB cleanliness is a tough job; residues on printed circuit boards are directly related to the reliability of the produced hardware and can result in serious failures if not known or monitored. But how do you measure "cleanliness"? How clean is "clean"? The IPC-5701 provides guidance into how these issues should be approached and specified in purchasing documents, addressing levels of...
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Released:  06/01/2007
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Every electronics manufacturer, whether an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company, must determine if the unpopulated printed boards entering the assembly process have an adequate level of cleanliness. The question of “how clean is clean enough?” is one that has no definitive answer, as there is no "golden number" for board cleanliness. The issue...

IPC-A-610 - Revision F - Standard Only

Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies

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F
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Released:  08/28/2014
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English
IPC-A-610F Amendment 1 is now available. See Related items. IPC-A-610 is the most widely used electronics assembly standard in the world. A must for all quality assurance and assembly departments, IPC-A-610F illustrates industry-accepted workmanship criteria for electronics assemblies through detailed statements reflecting acceptable and defect conditions, supported by full-color photographs and...

IPC-A-610 - Revision E - Standard Only

Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies

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E
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Released:  04/13/2010
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English
IPC-A-610 is the most widely used electronics assembly standard in the world. A must for all quality assurance and assembly departments, IPC-A-610E illustrates industry-accepted workmanship criteria for electronics assemblies through full-color photographs and illustrations. Topics include flex attachment, board in board, part on part, lead free, component orientation and soldering criteria for...

IPC-9241 - Standard Only

Guidelines for Microsection Preparation

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Released:  01/13/2017
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This standard is intended as a guideline in the proper preparation of a metallographic sample (microsection) of a printed board. The finished microsection is used for evaluating the quality of the laminate system and plated structures (e.g. PTHs and vias). Microsection sample preparation is regarded by many as a highly developed skill. The guidelines in this standard discuss the many variables and...
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Released:  02/14/2018
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The European Union’s Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) legislation has had a profound impact on the electronics industry. One of the restricted substances, lead (Pb), is commonly used in alloys with tin for component finishes, printed board finishes and solders. Pb-free materials directly affect product performance, reliability and service life in many ways. There have been numerous...

IPC/EIA-J-STD-032 - Standard Only

Performance Standard for Ball Grid Array Balls

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Released:  06/01/2002
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This standard, developed jointly by IPC and the Electronic Industries Association (EIA) establishes the construction detail requirements for balls and other terminal structures on Ball Grid Array (BGA) packages. It also establishes a set of designations and expectations for product performance. A large variety of terminal structures are recognized for a wide range of applications ranging from...
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Released:  02/03/2015
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IPC JEDEC J-STD-020 is used to determine what moisture-sensitivity-level (MSL) classification level should be used so that surface mount devices (SMDs) can be properly packaged, stored and handled to avoid subsequent thermal and mechanical damage during the assembly solder reflow attachment and/or repair operation. J-STD-020 covers components to be processed at higher temperatures for lead-free...

IPC-S-816 - Standard Only

SMT Process Guideline Checklist

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Released:  07/01/1993
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Why waste time looking for answers? This handy, easy-to-use troubleshooting guide lists all types of processing problems and solutions for surface mount assembly. Covers bridging, skips, misalignment, placement and more. 38 pages. Released July 1993.
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Released:  10/12/2017
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The IPC-9505 standard provides details of test methodologies for cleaning chemistry compatibility with electronic assembly materials that replace those in MIL-STD-202 Method 215 for testing electronic and electrical components such as capacitors, resistors, transformers and inductors. The test methods can also be used, when applicable, to parts not covererd by military specifications or drawings
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Released:  05/01/1998
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Used in conjunction with IPC-2221A, IPC-2225 establishes the requirements and other considerations (thermal, electrical, electromechanical and mechanical) for the design of Single Chip Module (SCM-L), MCM or MCM-L assemblies. Key concepts include adhesive interconnection information, typical die attach materials, microvia material properties and relationships with DFM and DFE.
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Released:  08/01/1999
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This standard addresses semiconductor flip chip design requirements. Provides information for using standard semiconductor substrates, materials, assembly and test methods with established fabrication, bumping, test and handling practices. Electrical, thermal and mechanical chip design parameters and methodologies are covered in the standard, as well as the reliability aspects associated with...
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Released:  09/03/2008
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J-STD-075 picks up where J-STD-020 left off by providing test methods to classify worst-case thermal process limitations for electronic components. Classification is referenced to common industry wave and reflow solder profiles including lead-free processing. The classifications represent maximum process sensitivity levels and do not establish rework conditions or recommended processes for an...
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Released:  08/01/1999
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This standard establishes construction detail requirements for bumps and other terminal structures used for Flip Chip Scale carriers. The specific standards for different terminations are appropriately matched to a particular interconnection process and include such diverse terminations as solder bumps, columns, non-melting stand-offs and conductive polymer deposits. The document articulates a set...

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IPC-9242: Guidelines for Microsection Evaluation

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IPC-A-630A: Acceptability Standard for Manufacture, Inspection, and Testing of Electronic Enclosures

IPC-4556A: Specification for Electroless Nickel/Electroless Palladium/ Immersion Gold (ENEPIG) Plating for Printed Boards

IPC-7527A: Requirements for Solder Paste Application

IPC-4204C: Flexible Metal-Clad Dielectrics for Use in Fabrication of Flexible Printed Boards

IPC-J-STD-002F: Solderability Tests for Component Leads, Terminations, Lugs, Terminals and Wires

IPC-4101F: Specifications for Base Materials for Rigid and Multilayer Printed Boards

IPC-1755B: Responsible Sourcing of Minerals Data Exchange Standard

IPC-2223F: Sectional Design Standard for Flexible/Rigid-Flexible Printed Boards

IPC-HDBK-9798A: Handbook and Guide to Supplement IPC-9797

IPC-WP-011: Guidance for Strain Gage Limits for Assemblies

J-STD-046A: Customer Notification Standard for Product/Process Changes by Electronic Product Suppliers

J-STD-048A: Notification Standard for Product Discontinuance

IPC-T-50P: Terms and Definitions for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits

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IPC -1751B: Generic Requirements for Declaration Process Management

IPC-6013F: Qualification and Performance Specification for Flexible/Rigid-Flexible Printed Boards

IPC-4413 - Am1: Specification for Finished Fabric Woven from Low Dk Glass for Printed Boards