In the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) industry, the system of standards adhered to is highly comprehensive and complex, encompassing the entire lifecycle-including design, manufacturing, materials, testing, and assembly. The following is a classification of key industry standards (presented in Chinese) along with a list of core standards:
Major International Standards (Globally Applicable)
IPC Standards (Association Connecting Electronics Industries)
IPC-A-600: 《Acceptability of Printed Boards》 - Visual Inspection and Acceptance Criteria
IPC-6012: 《Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid Printed Boards》
IPC-A-610: 《Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies》- Assembly Inspection and Acceptance Criteria
IPC-2221: 《Generic Standard on Printed Board Design》
IPC-TM-650: 《Test Methods Manual》 - Covers Materials and Reliability Testing
PCB design requires adherence to a range of international and domestic standards, such as IPC standards (from the Association Connecting Electronics Industries) and GB standards (Chinese National Standards). These standards stipulate the requirements regarding dimensions, materials, manufacturing processes, testing, and other aspects of PCB design, thereby ensuring the quality and reliability of the printed circuit boards.
Chinese National Standards (GB) and Industry Standards
GB/T 4721–4725: "Copper-clad Laminates for Printed Circuits" Series (Material Specifications)
GB/T 4588 Series:
GB/T 4588.3-2002: "Design and Use of Printed Boards"
GB/T 4588.4-2017: "Sectional Specification for Rigid Multilayer Printed Boards"
