Testing & Inspection

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Inspection and testing answer different questions. AOI checks visible assembly features, X-ray can reveal selected hidden conditions, in-circuit testing checks electrical characteristics, and functional testing checks specified behavior. Effective coverage starts with a defect and risk model for the actual product.

The resources in this topic help you make requirements explicit, compare alternatives and record the assumptions behind a manufacturing decision. Use them alongside your product specifications and the input of the responsible engineering team.

Practical starting points

• Map important faults to detection methods.
• Define the test conditions and pass/fail limits.
• Identify fixture and programming ownership.
• Agree the retained record format.

Prepare your files with the RFQ checklist, or share your project requirements.