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Introduction
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IPC-TM-650 Originating Task Group

TEST METHODS MANUAL Test Methods Subcommittee

Introduction
This manual establishes uniform methods for testing electronic
and electrical parts including basic environmental, physical
and electrical tests. These tests were developed to support
IPC standards and specifications.

The tests described herein are not to be interpreted as an

exact and conclusive representation of actual service opera-
tion in any one geographic location, since it is known that the
only true test for operation in a specific location is an actual
service test at that point. The specified test conditions for a
test method are those, which are obtainable in the laboratory
and result in reproducible results.
No attempt has been made to include pass/fail criteria in the
test methods. This information is found in the individual speci-
fications and standards that reference the specific test
method.

Material in this Test Methods Manual was voluntarily established by Technical Committees of IPC. This material is advisory only
and its use or adaptation is entirely voluntary. IPC disclaims all liability of any kind as to the use, application, or adaptation of this Page 1 of 1
material. Users are also wholly responsible for protecting themselves against all claims or liabilities for patent infringement.
Equipment referenced is for the convenience of the user and does not imply endorsement by IPC.