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What type of product is a Class 1 Product?
Which class of product requires continued performance and extended life?
What does a Class 3 Product indicate?
Who has the ultimate responsibility for identifying the class to which the assembly is evaluated?
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Does 'shall' invoke a requirement for compliance?
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Order of precedence in event of conflict first considers the ______.
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What defines a condition that is close to perfect but not always achievable?
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What is a defect condition?
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Is it required for the disposition of individual process indicators?
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What should the illumination at the surface of workstations be at least?
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What can cause a cold solder connection?
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Are eating, drinking, or use of tobacco products in the work area permitted?
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Study Notes
IPC A 610 Classifications
- Class 1 Product: General electronics focusing on basic functionality.
- Class 2 Product: Dedicated service products requiring consistent performance; uninterrupted service desired but not mandatory.
- Class 3 Product: High-performance products critical for operations; used in life-support systems where downtime is unacceptable.
Responsibilities and Compliance
- Ultimate Responsibility: Customer determines the product class for assembly.
- Mandatory Requirements: "Shall" indicates strict adherence to standards; noncompliance is significant.
Order of Precedence
- Conflict Resolution: Follows procurement agreements documented between customer and supplier.
- Master Drawings: Supersede any conflicting documents reflecting explicit customer requirements.
- IPC-1-610: Activated by customer or contract in conflicts.
- Non-IPC Cited Documents: Prioritized through procurement documents.
Quality Conditions
- Target Condition: Ideal but unrealistic state for assemblies.
- Acceptable Condition: Maintains integrity without being perfect.
- Defect Condition: Assembly fails to meet end-use standards; impacts all classes based on severity.
Defect Handling
- Defect Hierarchy: Class 1 defects imply Class 2 and 3 issues; Class 2 defects imply Class 3 issues.
- Disposition: Manufacturer decides on the treatment of defects (e.g., rework, repair).
- Process Indicators: Non-defect conditions that require monitoring but not individual disposition.
PCB Sides and Connections
- Primary Side: Main component side of PCB; contains most components.
- Solder Source Side: Usually the secondary side where solder is applied.
- Solder Destination Side: Where solder flows during assembly.
Soldering Problems
- Cold Solder Connection: Poorly made joints characterized by grayish appearance; caused by various soldering failures.
- Electrical Clearance Violations: Considered defects for all classes.
Component Configuration
- Meniscus: Sealant excess on leads; includes various materials.
- Nonfunctional Land: Electrically disconnected area on a PCB.
Wire Configurations
- Wire Overwrap: More than 360 degrees wrap that maintains contact.
- Wire Overlap: More than 360 degrees but crosses over itself losing terminal contact.
Inspection and Regulation
- Inspection Methodology: Inspector does not assign class during inspections; relies on predefined criteria.
- Verification Requirements: Measurements are generally not mandatory except for reference.
- Magnification Tolerance: +/- 15% of selected power for aids.
- Illumination Standards: Workstation lighting must meet at least 1000lm/m².
ESD and EOS Management
- ESD (Electrostatic Discharge): Quick charge transfer that can damage components.
- EOS (Electrical Overstress): Damage caused by excessive electrical energy from unintended sources.
- Static Shielding Packaging: Protects assemblies from electrostatic damage.
Work Area Standards
- Food and Tobacco: Prohibited in work areas to prevent contamination.
- Cleanliness: Essential for maintaining quality and avoiding soldering issues.
- Contaminants: Includes body oils, salts, and unauthorized hand creams; can affect soldering.
Preventative Measures
- ESD and EOS Protection: Handle all sensitive components at static-controlled workstations to mitigate damage risks.
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