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❓ What does “The Lead is Discernible” really mean in IPC standards? This simple term “discernible” is still debated to this day by many in the electronics manufacturing industry and a continually confusing concept for new students to grasp. Used throughout IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001, understanding this definition is critical to the application of the standards and their principles to the production process. ✨ The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines Discernible as: adjective dis·cern·ible di-ˈsər-nə-bəl -ˈzər- variants or less commonly discernable Synonyms of discernible : able to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned 👨🏫 EPTAC dives into this topic in it's webinar "What the Lead is Discernible Really Means. Watch on demand at https://lnkd.in/e6CujDuZ, or search our website to learn about other topics related to the electronics industry and IPC standards.

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🧠 Have you been considering upgrading your soldering skills or getting an IPC certification? 🌍 With locations across the U.S. and Canada, now is the perfect time! Contact EPTAC today to enroll in one of the classes below, or visit our website to see the full 2025 and 2026 schedule. https://lnkd.in/ejSr9DGC 2025 📅 Dec 8 - 11 📍 IPC-A-610 CIT Certification Manchester, NH 📍IPC-A-610 Certification Markham, ON 📅Dec 8 - 12 📍EPTAC Hand Solder Certification San Jose, CA 📅Dec 15 – 16 📍IPC-A-610 CIT Recert On-Line 📅Dec 15 – 19 📍J-STD-001 Certification Markham, ON 📍EPTAC Hand Solder Certification Manchester, NH 📅Dec 17 – 18 📍J-STD-001 CIT Recert On-Line 2026 📅Jan 5 – 6 📍IPC-A-610 CIT Recert Salem, NH 📅Jan 5 – 7 📍IPC-A-600 Certification On-Line 📅Jan 5 – 8 📍IPC-A-610 Certification On-Line 📅Jan 7 – 8 📍J-STD-001 CIT Recert Salem, NH 📅Jan 12 – 15 📍IPC-A-620 Certification Salem, NH 📅Jan 12 – 16 📍J-STD-001 Specialist Certification Salem, NH 📅Jan 13 – 16 📍IPC-A-610 Certification San Jose, CA 📅Jan 19 – 22 📍IPC-A-610 Certification Shoreview, MN

🔎 Sharpen Your PCB Inspection Skills! EPTAC's Interactive Inspection Lab is the perfect 1-day add-on to the IPC-A-610 certification, created for inspectors who want to go beyond the manual and master the physical inspection process. What you'll gain: ✨ Hands-on Practice: Utilize physical assemblies (Through-Hole, Surface Mount, and Mixed Technology) in a lab environment. ✨ Skill Improvement: Enhance visual acuity, discrimination, and observation skills to detect subtle differences between good and bad conditions. ✨ Process Mastery: Learn a systematic inspection approach to ensure products meet customer quality requirements and improve product yields. Available as Scheduled Classes across North America or as Dedicated Classes delivered on-site at your facility. Ready to level up your team's quality control? Learn more and download the datasheet today! https://lnkd.in/e4c5mG7d #PCB #Inspection #IPC610 #QualityControl #ElectronicsManufacturing #EPTAC

We’re excited to introduce r/EPTACSolderPros, EPTAC’s new subreddit designed for anyone passionate about soldering and electronics manufacturing. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, this is the place to connect, learn, and grow with help from industry experts. ❇️ Ask questions about soldering, electronics manufacturing, and industry techniques ❇️ Receive answers from knowledgeable EPTAC instructors ❇️ Share and solve real-world challenges with fellow members ❇️ Discover tips, best practices, and insights from experts ❇️ Build your skills and expand your professional network in a welcoming community Visit us and ask your question today! https://lnkd.in/eJvnEdKm #EPTAC #Soldering #ElectronicsManufacturing #AskTheExperts #Community #rEPTACSolderPros #ManufacturingExcellence

Building curiosity, one spark at a time 🔧 On Tuesday, October 7th, Master Instructor Angela Wallace spent the day representing EPTAC at Roc With Your Hands, hosted by Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association in Rochester, NY — an incredible event that lets high school students roll up their sleeves and explore careers in manufacturing, trades, and technology. 🛠️ Angela helped students get hands-on with real tools and shared what it’s like to turn technical skills into a lifelong craft. Watching their curiosity come alive was the best part of the day. 👍 We’re so proud to have team members like Angela who bring their passion for learning beyond the classroom and into the community. To learn how EPTAC can help you learn valuable skills, visit us at www.eptac.com. #RocWithYourHands #EPTAC #ManufacturingCareers #STEMEducation #CommunityInvolvement