The intent of this document is to define the methodology for suspect parts inspection using radiological inspection. The purpose of radiology for suspect counterfeit part inspection is to detect deliberate misrepresentation of a part, either at the part distributor or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) level. Radiological inspection can also potentially detect unintentional damage to the part resulting from improper removal of part from assemblies, which may include, but not limited to, prolonged elevated temperature exposure during desoldering operations or mechanical stresses during removal. Radiological inspection of electronics includes film radiography and filmless radiography such as digital radiography (DR), real time radiography (RTR), and computed tomography (CT). Radiology is an important tool used in part verification of microelectronic devices.
SAE AS6171/5-2022 history
2022SAE AS6171/5-2022 Techniques for Suspect/Counterfeit EEE Parts Detection by Radiological Test Methods
2016SAE AS6171/5-2016 Techniques for Suspect/Counterfeit EEE Parts Detection by Radiological Test Methods