IPC Test Method Development Packet

1 Association Connecting Electronics IndustriesIPC-TM-650-MDP2012-MayIPC Test Method Development PacketA standard developed by IPCIn May 1995 the IPC s Technical Activities Executive Committee (TAEC) adopted Principles of Standardization as a guiding principle of IPC s standardization Should: Show relationship to Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for the Environment (DFE) Minimize time to market Contain simple (simplified) language Just include spec information Focus on end product performance Include a feedback system on use and problems for future improvementIPC Standards and Publications are designed to serve the public interest through eliminating misun-derstandings between manufacturers and purchasers, facilitating interchangeability and improvement of products, and assisting the purchaser in selecting and obtaining with minimum delay the proper product for his particular need.

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6 IPC, Bannockburn, Illinois. All rights reserved under both international and Pan-American copyright conventions. Any copying, scanning or other reproduction of these materials without the prior written consent of the copyright holder is strictly prohibited and constitutes infringement under the Copyright Law of the United Test Method Development PacketDeveloped by the IPC Test methods Subcommittee (7-11) of the Testing Committee (7-10) of IPCU sers of this publication are encouraged to participate in the Development of future revisions. Contact: IPC 3000 Lakeside Drive, Suite 309S Bannockburn, Illinois 60015-1249 Tel 847 Fax 847 2012 This Page Intentionally Left BlankMay 2012 IPC-TM-650-MDPiiiAcknowledgmentMembers of the IPC Test methods Subcommittee (7-11) of the Testing Committee (7-10) of IPC have worked together to develop this document.

7 We would like to thank them for their dedication to this effort. Any document involving a complex technology draws material from a vast number of sources. While the principal members of the IPC Test methods Subcommittee is shown below, it is not possible to include all of those who assisted in the evolution of this standard. To each of them, the members of IPC extend their gratitude. Testing Committee Chair Renee Michalkiewicz, Trace Laboratories BaltimoreVice-Chair Chris Mahanna, Robisan Laboratory methods SubcommitteeChair Joseph Russeau, Precision Analytical Laboratories, Graham Naisbitt Gen3 Systems LtdTechnical Liaisons of the IPC Board of DirectorsDongkai Shangguan Flextronics InternationalShane Whiteside TTM TechnologiesTest methods SubcommitteeGreg Alexander, Ascentech, LLCE lizabeth Allison, Trace Laboratories - BaltimoreMike Bixenman, Kyzen CorporationEric Camden, Foresite, Cave, Pacific Testing Laboratories, Chen, Microtek (Changzhou) Product Services Co.

8 , J. Corbett, Defense Supply Center ColumbusRonald Frosch, AT&S (China) Co., Gerhold, Atotech Deutschland GmbHAlisha A. Groop, Lockheed Martin Space Systems CompanyJason Koch, Robisan Laboratory LaBerge, Microtek LaboratoriesBrian D. Madsen, Continental Automotive SystemsChris Mahanna, Robisan Laboratory C. McCrory, Delsen Testing LaboratoriesMatthew T. McQueen, NSWC CraneRenee J. Michalkiewicz, Trace Laboratories - BaltimoreRobert Neves, Microtek LaboratoriesBobby L. Norman, Army Aviation & Missile CommandDebora Obitz, Trace Laboratories - BaltimoreGerard O Brien, Solderability Testing & Solutions, Obrzut, NISTD ouglas O. Pauls, Rockwell CollinsFrank Porter, Coastal Technical ServicesJohn M.

9 Radman, Trace Laboratories - DenverRandy R. Reed, Viasystems Group, Reid, PWB Interconnect Solutions Rios, Endicott Interconnect Technologies IncKarl Sauter, Oracle America, Sellers, Trace Laboratories - BaltimoreRussell S. Shepherd, Microtek LaboratoriesLowell Sherman, Defense Supply Center ColumbusHans Shin, Pacific Testing Laboratories, E. Vanderpan, UL LLCS teve J. Vetter, NSWC CraneGreg Vorhis, Coastal Technical ServicesVicka White, Honeywell Inc. Air Transport SystemsivIPC-TM-650-MDPMay 2012 Table of Contents1 Scope .. Terms and Quantitative Method .. Qualitative Method ..12 Applicable Documents .. ISO/IEC .. The International Bureau of Weights and Measure (BIPM).

10 13 Developing and Re-affirming an IPC Test Method (Quantitative and Qualitative).. Test Method Format .. Measurements and Values .. Test Method IPC Test Method Validation .. Multiple Facility Gauge R& IPC Test methods for a Single Manufacturer of Test Equipment ..25 IPC Test methods involving Patented Equipment, Materials or Processes ..26 Existing IPC Test methods ..2 Appendix A IPC-TM-650 Test Method Applicable Documents ..33 Test Specimens ..34 Apparatus or Material ..35 Notes ..3 May 2012 IPC-TM-650-MDP1 IPC-TM-650-MDP IPC Test Method Development Packet1 ScopeThis Packet defines the elements that shall be included in an IPC-TM-650 Test Method and used to assist the IPC 7-11 Test methods Subcommittee (TMSC) in their reviewing process.