IEC TS 62668-2 Updated

IEC TS 62668-2 has just been updated.  The title of this technical specification is “Process management for avionics – Counterfeit prevention – Part 2: Managing electronic components from non-franchised sources.”  It is Edition 2.0 and replaces Edition 1.0 which is now obsolete.  It is an essential document for all those in the avionics industry tasked with verification of the supply chain.

Why is it essential for avionics companies to not use counterfeit parts?  This industry has set a high bar when it comes to its responsibility for public safety.  This has been achieved in part by the rigorous use of risk management, including predicted product life.   With accurate estimations of when various parts should be replaced or repaired, such high levels of performance can be achieved.

However, non-conforming components introduce unacceptable levels of risk into the equation.  There is no understanding of how long the useful life of these recycled, counterfeit or fraudulent parts may be.  So how can operational functionality be estimated?  You can see it is essential that such components not be introduced into the supply chain in the aerospace, defense and high performance industries.

IEC TS 62668-2 is an essential part of any organization’s campaign to preserve the integrity of it’s component parts.  It is specifically used in situations where components must be purchased outside the usual OCM (original component manufacturer) or franchised distributor networks.  It is a complement to the IEC TS 62668-1 which covers normal supply channels.

If you’re using this document already, you’ll be getting a copy of the new edition so you can stay current with this publication.  You’ll want to know that there are a number of significant updates to the technical specification.  The committee points out the following revisions:

  • The risk assessment process has been updated
  • The test methods have been updated, including a new reference to SAE AS-6171
  • Harmonization with updates to the IEC TS 62668-1 have been made, including definitions, references to DFARS (the federal acquision requirements for the Department of Defense), and the removal of the reference to RECS (Reliable Electronic Component Supplier).

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