The purpose of this part of IEC 60749 is to verify that the materials, design, construction, markings, and workmanship of a semiconductor device are in accordance with the applicable procurement document. External visual inspection is a non-destructive test and applicable for all package types. The test is useful for qualification, process monitor, or lot acceptance, or both.
IEC 60749-3:2002 history
2017IEC 60749-3:2017 Semiconductor devices - Mechanical and climatic test methods - Part 3: External visual examination
2003IEC 60749-3:2002/COR1:2003 Semiconductor devices - Mechanical and climatic test methods - Part 3: External visual examination
2002IEC 60749-3:2002 Semiconductor devices - Mechanical and climatic test methods - Part 3: External visual examination
IEC 60749-3:2002 Semiconductor devices - Mechanical and climatic test methods - Part 3: External visual examination has been changed from IEC 60749:1996 Semiconductor devices - Mechanical and climatic test methods.