What Are IPC/WHMA-A-620 Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies?

The IPC/WHMA-A-620 is a training and certification granted by the Institute of Printed Circuits/Wire Harness Manufacturers Association. It describes the criteria for acceptability for crimped, mechanically secured, and soldered interconnection and the corresponding restraining / lacing criteria related to the assembly of cables and harnesses.

Understanding the IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 Standard

The IPC/WHMA-A-620 certificate is granted to individuals who successfully pass a training and certification program based on an IPC standard with the title “Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies”.

Why the WHMA‑620 Standard Matters

The WHMA 620 sets the level of quality that WHMA members and their customers agree on for what is acceptable in the workmanship of their cables and harnesses. It is currently one of the most important standards used to measure the acceptability of materials, processes, and tests in the wire harness and cable industry. Its policies, requirements, and practices on the manufacture of cable, harness, and wire assemblies demonstrate the association’s commitment to the continuous improvement of product quality and reliability.

Who Should Take the IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 Training?

The IPC/WHMA-A-620 training and certification are for individuals who are directly involved in the manufacture, assembly, and inspection of cable and wire harness assemblies. It is especially useful to manufacturing or production managers, engineers, supervisors, quality control, and quality assurance personnel as the training will make them Certified IPC Trainers who are authorized to teach others on the application and use of the IPC 620 standard.

Why Train with an IPC‑Licensed Certification Center?

Any individual who wants to obtain an IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification should attend a training course at an IPC Licensed Certification Center such as Blackfox. Our IPC 620 training course is designed to ensure impeccable accuracy in determining the difference between acceptable and unacceptable cable or wire harness assemblies pursuant to the quality guidelines of IPC/WHMA-A-620.