Monthly Archives: October 2009

What is the right way to measure bow and twist?

Technical Question of the Week: Industry consensus test method for measuring bow and twist in a printed circuit board.

What do IPC standards say about acceptability of solder balls?

Technical Question of the Week: What do IPC standards say about acceptability of solder balls?

Which IPC standard is the right one to use for determining conformal coating thickness?

Technical Question of the Week: Which IPC standard is the right one to use for determining conformal coating thickness?

What do IPC standards say about measles?

Technical Question of the Week: What do IPC standards say about measles?

Are the requirements for hot tear in IPC-A-610 too restrictive?

Technical Question of the Week: Are the requirements for hot tear in IPC-A-610 too restrictive?

What is the correct usage of the humidity indicator card in J-STD-033 for EMS companies?

Technical Question of the Week: What is the correct usage of the humidity indicator card in J-STD-033 for EMS companies?

How small can acceptable PCB conductor widths be per IPC standards?

Technical Question of the Week: How small can acceptable PCB conductor widths be per IPC standards?

What standards does IPC have for through-hole land patterns?

Technical Question of the Week: What standards does IPC have for through-hole land patterns?

What ESD steps should be taken for an employee with low resistance?

Technical Question of the Week: What ESD steps should be taken for an employee with low resistance?

Can I bake components at higher temperatures than what is allowed in J-STD-033B?

Technical Question of the Week: Can I bake components at higher temperatures than what is allowed in J-STD-033B?