IPC Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)

Question 1

According to IPC-A-610, a 'process indicator' is best described as:

A condition that causes immediate product rejection An anomaly that does not affect form, fit, or function but warrants monitoring A defect requiring mandatory rework before shipment A critical safety hazard on the assembly

Correct Answer:

An anomaly that does not affect form, fit, or function but warrants monitoring

Question 2

What is the IPC-A-610 acceptability condition for a solder bridge between two conductors that should not be electrically connected?

Acceptable if the bridge is less than 0.5 mm wide Acceptable for Class 1 only A defect for all classes A process indicator for Class 2 and 3

Correct Answer:

A defect for all classes

Question 3

For IPC Class 3, a lifted land (pad lifting from the board surface) on a through-hole component is:

Acceptable if solder joint strength is maintained A process indicator requiring documentation A defect Acceptable if less than 25% of the land is lifted

Correct Answer:

A defect

Question 4

According to IPC-A-610, what is the maximum allowable percentage of a solder joint's height that may be voided for Class 2 SMT components?

10% 25% 50% No voids allowed

Correct Answer:

25%

Question 5

A 'cold solder joint' is characterized by:

Excessive solder volume with good wetting A dull, grainy, or crystalline surface texture indicating insufficient heat during soldering Solder that has been applied at temperatures below 100°C A joint with missing flux residue

Correct Answer:

A dull, grainy, or crystalline surface texture indicating insufficient heat during soldering

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