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Electronics Assembly Training for IPC Certification: Where to Start?

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The IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies, is the most widely used standard published by the Association Connecting Electronics Industries, and is implemented worldwide by original equipment manufacturers and electronic manufacturing services (EMS). EMS designs, manufactures, tests, distributes, and repairs electronic components and assemblies for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The services provided by EMS are also…

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The Association Connecting Electronics Industries, also known as IPC (formerly known as the Institute for Printed Circuits, hence the acronym), is a worldwide organization that pursues standardizing the requirements of assembly and production of electronic equipment. Founded in 1957, the organization continually develops global standards for the electronics industry. A Brief History of Printed Circuit…

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School Is Back in Season

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Is a Soldering Certification Right for You? You’re thinking of going back to school. You know you are technically inclined, but don’t have much specialized education in a technical field. You want to jump in, but it can be tough to figure out where to start. Perhaps it’s time to consider a certification in soldering…

3 Important Ways to Support Veterans

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Since we at Blackfox, a state of the art training center for ipc have our very own Veterans’ Training Program, veterans are particularly near and dear to our hearts—we have a strong connection to these men and women who have served our country. With that said, we realize that not everyone knows a veteran or…

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Blackfox: Hand Soldering Basics

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Soldering is a complex task that requires much precision on the part of the operator. With enough practice, one can gain a better understanding of the tools and techniques, thereby improving productivity and quality and decreasing the risk of board damage. Discussed in this blog are some of the basics of hand soldering—note that this…

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Blackfox: IPC Inspection Guidelines

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IPC inspection guidelines exist to ensure the proper functioning of electronics and the safety and well-being of the people using them. The Acceptable Quality Level (also known as the Acceptance Quality Limit or AQL) dictates the range of the number of defective components that is considered acceptable when random sampling during inspection, and the maximum…

Blackfox: A History of the GI Bill

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Many veterans today enjoy the various benefits associated with the GI Bill. But have you ever wondered why that is, or how the GI Bill even came about? This blog explores a brief history of the GI Bill. Early Struggles for Veteran Support The GI Bill, otherwise known as the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944,…

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Blackfox: Printed Circuit Board Basics

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The printed circuit board (PCB) is one of the key concepts in electronics manufacturing. The PCB was born out of a need to reduce the size and manufacturing costs of electronics as electronics became more prevalent in consumer goods. Essentially, a PCB is a board that has lines and pads that connect various points together.…

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Blackfox: The Basics of Soldering

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The hands-on act of soldering is one that takes a lot of practice. While over time one can perfect their soldering technique, this blog provides a basic introduction to soldering. Four major factors affect the quality of a soldered joint: cleanliness, temperature, time, and adequate solder coverage. Each of these factors is discussed below. Cleanliness…