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May 20, 2013
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IPC Standards Committee Reports
IPC Standards Committee Reports
Reports from IPC standards meetings at IPC APEX EXPO 2013 have been summarized to keep you up to date on committees' work in advancing new and revised industry guidelines. This is the fourth and final report in the series.
Finding Business and Technical Directions in PC, Tablet Markets
Finding Business and Technical Directions in PC, Tablet Markets
PCs, tablets and smart phones are vying for market share. Experts from Intel, Microsoft and Lenovo will address business and technical issues at IPC ESTC later this month.
Conflict Minerals    »
IPC Remains Engaged in Conflict Minerals: Update on OECD Meeting and EU Consultation
IPC Remains Engaged in Conflict Minerals: Update on OECD Meeting and EU Consultation
As part of IPC's conflict minerals advocacy efforts, IPC staff participated in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development's (OECD) Due Diligence meeting May 2-3, 2013.
IPC ESTC   »
3D Technology Fusion - Is KGD Good Enough?
3D Technology Fusion - Is KGD Good Enough?
James Quinn of Multitest Elektronische Systeme GmbH will highlight the opportunities and challenges of distributed test strategies during his keynote presentation at IPC ESTC on May 22, 2013.
Embedded Components    »
Embedded Component Technology on the Rise
Embedded Component Technology on the Rise
To help the electronics industry keep pace with growing interest in embedded components, IPC announces an ambitious technical agenda for the IPC/FED Conference on Embedded Components.
Medical Devices   »
Exploring Innovations in Electronics Manufacturing for Medical Devices
Exploring Innovations in Electronics Manufacturing for Medical Devices
IPC will host a one-and-a-half day conference, "Innovations in Electronics in Manufacturing for Medical Devices," June 12-13 in Minneapolis, Minn.
RoHS2    »
IPC Raises Concern with EU Commission's Second Draft of RoHS Methodology
IPC Raises Concern with EU Commission's Second Draft of RoHS Methodology
IPC's initial review of the EU Commission's second draft of the RoHS methodology manual raised significant concerns regarding how substances will be evaluated for restriction under the RoHS2 Directive.
IPC APEX EXPO   »
IPC APEX EXPO Named in TSNN's Top 250 Trade Show List
IPC APEX EXPO has been recognized by the Trade Show News Network (TSNN) as one of the top 250 trade shows in the United States.
Call for Participation   »
IPC APEX EXPO Call for Participation -- Deadline Extended
Technical conference abstracts and course proposals are due May 31. Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your expertise!
IPC Multimedia Training   »
Component Number Codes
Component Number Codes
Free Review
The simple way to teach number code calculations for resistors, capacitors and inductors.
IPC Calendar   »
May 20-23, 2013 - Las Vegas, Nevada
IPC ESTC - Electronic System Technologies Conference & Exhibition
June 3-4, 2013 - Cambridge, Massachusetts
IPC Conflict Minerals Workshop and Conference
June 4-5, 2013 - Frankfurt, Germany
IPC/FED Conference on Embedded Components
June 5, 2013 - Cambridge, Massachusetts
IPC's "It's Not Easy Being Green" Environmental Conference
June 12-13, 2013 - Minneapolis, Minnesota
IPC's Innovations in Electronics Manufacturing for Medical Devices Technical Conference
IPC Member Milestones   »
UTC Aerospace Systems recently celebrated its 40th year as an IPC member. See other companies celebrating membership anniversaries.Invest in your company and experience the benefits of joining the industry's premier association. Learn more about IPC membership.
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Cause of SMT Component Shift?
Cause of SMT Component Shift?
We are running the exact same boards through identical ovens, yet we're experiencing component shift with only one oven. What is the reason and the solution?
Ask the Experts
Denial in the Electronics Industry = Disaster
Denial in the Electronics Industry = Disaster
Each of us denies some facts or likelihoods that we"d rather not face. But when much of the electronics industry denies a few strategically important factors, it"s time to raise them up for full discussion.
Supply Chain
Soldering Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitor
Soldering Multilayer Ceramic Chip Capacitor
We are conducting rework that includes soldering a wire to one end of a heat sensitive multilayer ceramic chip capacitor (MLCC). We need to solder the wire to one end of a ceramic chip cap while the other end is soldered to a PCB land.
Ask the Experts
Faster, Easier & Smarter Jetting
Faster, Easier & Smarter Jetting
The Genius™ Jet Cartridge is the next generation in jet dispensing. The one-piece Jet Cartridge is easily removed & lowers cost-of-ownership by 20%. Learn More ...
Nordson ASYMTEK
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Is De-paneling PCBs by Hand Acceptable?
Is De-paneling PCBs by Hand Acceptable?
Is it acceptable to hand break when de-panelizing circuit boards that contain QFN and SMD components? Are there specs for hand breaking?
Board Talk
Pad Cratering Evaluation of PCBs
Pad Cratering Evaluation of PCBs
This paper reviews major publications and research reports with regard to pad cratering on various PCB materials.
Materials Tech
Creep Corrosion of PWB Final Finishes
Creep Corrosion of PWB Final Finishes
This paper demonstrates that creep corrosion on a PWB is highly surface sensitive.
Analysis Lab
Bromine Free PWBs
Bromine Free PWBs
What are the pros and cons of bromine in PWBs? Several of our customers require bromine free PWBs, but some of our suppliers do not think that is a good way to go. Are bromine and lead free connected?
Ask the Experts
Touch Screen Assembly Using Adhesives
Touch Screen Assembly Using Adhesives
Paper covers a novel anisotropic conductive film bonding process using ultrasonic vibration for touch screen panel applications.
Production Floor
Why Use Parylene Conformal Coating?
Why Use Parylene Conformal Coating?
Parylene is the ultimate conformal coating for the protection of devices, components and surfaces in the electronics industry. Learn more ...
Diamond MT
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Innovative Impromptu Air Conditioning
Innovative Impromptu Air Conditioning
One July the chiller at an old factory was using more electricity than normal. What was causing the chiller to use more electricity?
Mysteries of Science
Is There a Thermal Cycle Limit?
Is There a Thermal Cycle Limit?
How many thermal cycles should we allow at a given location on a circuit board before we should consider the assembly compromised?
Board Talk
Computer Systems Replicate the Human Brain
Computer Systems Replicate the Human Brain
Scientists have dreamed of building computer systems that replicate the brain's talent for learning. It has been a daunting task.
Technology Briefing
Rework or Repair?
Rework or Repair?
We often need to strip solder splash contamination off gold edge contacts and replate them. Is this considered a repair or a rework? Are there clear definitions for the terms repair and rework?
Ask the Experts
Do IPC Standards Require Green Solder Mask?
Do IPC Standards Require Green Solder Mask?
IPC Vice President David Bergman explains what IPC-SM-840D says about solder mask and also explains the origination of the use of green coloring.
Materials Tech
Best Practices - Reflow Profiling for Lead-free
Best Practices - Reflow Profiling for Lead-free
Paper covers best practices for optimizing the reflow process to meet challenges of higher temperatures, smaller deposits and decreased powder size.
Analysis Lab
Selective Soldering Technology Selection
Selective Soldering Technology Selection
Paper describes the evaluation process of selecting technology for selective soldering and which platform will best fit for the product application.
Production Floor
Featured Webcast  »
Solders, Fluxes and Pastes - A Lab Report
Solders, Fluxes and Pastes - A Lab Report
This webcast consists of 10 individual program segments focused on the important topic of electronics solders, solder pastes and fluxes.
Sponsors   »
New High-speed Modular Chip-shooter
New High-speed Modular Chip-shooter
The FX3 is a new high-speed modular chip-shooter delivering cutting edge technology combining speed, performance and high-uptime.
Juki Automation Systems
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Getting Soaked by Humidity Issues?
Getting Soaked by Humidity Issues?
Humidity in an electronics can wreak havoc on components. FREE guide helps you avoid ESD-and MSD-related defects and introduces a brand new solution.
ECD
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Insignum - Laser Marking Systems
Insignum - Laser Marking Systems
The INSIGNUM series of laser marking systems from the ASYS Group provides a complete line of solutions to fit virtually any application. From compact standalone systems to fully automatic in-line solutions.
ASYS Group Americas Inc.
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Heller Shanghai Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
Heller Shanghai Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
Heller will be celebrating its 10th year in Shanghai, with manufacturing, R&D Center and Applications Lab. Congratulations! Click to learn more...
Heller Industries Inc.
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Quickturn now includes Slots & Cutouts
Quickturn now includes Slots & Cutouts
You can now select Slots and Cutouts on Quickturn orders with lead times as short as 24 hours, and at a lower price than ever before. Learn more...
Sunstone Circuits
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Perfect Solution for Damaged Circuit Repair
Perfect Solution for Damaged Circuit Repair
Circuit Tracks are rectangular shaped copper conductors that conform to the original conductor dimensions. The perfect solution for conductor repair.
CircuitMedic
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Use Your Head for X-ray Inspection
Use Your Head for X-ray Inspection
The more you know about x-ray inspection, the less you will need to spend. Learn about the Glenbrook advantage.
Glenbrook Technologies
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Cleanliness - Ionically It Makes A Difference
Cleanliness - Ionically It Makes A Difference
Fast, accurate & affordable process control to help avoid dendrites / corrosion / tin whiskers. NEW CM Series Closed-Loop ROSE Testers.
Gen3 Systems Limited
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Custom Epoxy Formulations for Enhanced Performance
Custom Epoxy Formulations for Enhanced Performance
Master Bond custom formulations are designed for enhanced performance upon exposure to harsh environmental conditions. Learn more at Masterbond.
Master Bond Inc.
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Benefits of Electrolytic Solder
Benefits of Electrolytic Solder
The electrolytic process creates bar solder of higher purity lower viscosity, surface tension, & greater fluidity. Reduce Dross Generation & Defects up to 30%.
Metallic Resources, Inc.
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Innovative No-clean, Halide-free Tacky Flux
Innovative No-clean, Halide-free Tacky Flux
Multicore TFN700B is a no-clean, halide-free tacky flux formulated to address the challenging requirements of package-on-package applications.
Henkel Corporation
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Blackfox's Instructor's Courses
Blackfox's Instructor's Courses
For companies developing in-house training programs, we provide Instructor Training, Certification, and Instructional Materials for all of the Blackfox Skill-Based Courses.
Blackfox Training Institute
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