Who Are We?Associations representing the electronic circuits industries in Asia, Europe and North America recently to form the World Electronic Circuits Council (WECC). The WECC is a group of related industry trade associations from throughout the world that provides a forum and focus for bringing industry representatives together to address important issues that are best addressed on a global basis.

Members and Officers Mission and General Rule Page WECC Activities Contact WECC Shows and Dates Standards Released Under Consideration

Members and OfficersMembers of the WECC are: China Printed Circuit Association European Federation of Interconnecting and Packaging--Representing the following European national organizations: Circuit Equipment Manufacturers Association (UK); European Institute of Printed Circuits (Switzerland); Printed Circuit Interconnection Federation (UK); Groupement des Fournisseurs de l'industrie Electronique (France) and Verband Der Lieterplattenindustrie e.V. (Germany). India Printed Circuit Association IPC--Association Connecting Electronics Industries (USA) HKPCA Hong Kong Printed Circuit Association Japan Printed Circuit Association Taiwan Printed Circuit Association

OfficersWECC Secretary General: Mr. David W. Bergman of IPC WECC Deputy Secretary General: Mr. Masato Shishido of JPCA

CPCAChina Printed Circuit Association (CPCA) is a sole national PCB trade organization under the Ministry of Information Industry of the People's Republic of China. It was established in June 1990 and up to now has 250 members who are big-and medium-sized PCB producers, manufactures of special equipment, raw and auxiliary materials, research institutes, colleges and universities from all over the country. In their ownership, the members are of state-run, collective, private, sino-foreign jointly invested and solely foreign funded.

EFIP The European Federation of Interconnection and Packaging (EFIP) is concerned with the PCB fabrication and assembly

industries. It is a body designed to bring together the national electronics interconnection/packaging trade associations of EU member states.

EIPC The European Institute of Printed Circuits (EIPC), based in The Netherlands, is an international service provider to

the European Interconnection and Packaging Industry.Since 1968, the EIPC is servicing almost 200 member companies, including suppliers of machinery and materials to the PCB industry, PCB Manufacturers, contract electronics manufacturers and OEM’s.

GFIE Created in 1968, the GFIE (Groupement des Fournisseurs de l'industrie Electronique), a French association, gathers the

industrial and commercial companies, which provide the electronics industry out of equipment, products and services . Among other activities, it co-ordinates work on issues such as equipment, consumables, the environment and education. It also covers the various aspects of environmental protection in components and electronics manufacturing industries. The GFIE fills a role of information and of council near its members and a whole of services intended proposes to them to instigate their industrial and commercial performances.

HKPCA The Hong Kong Printed Circuit Association’s mission and objectives are to promote and protect the rights and interests of

the printed circuit industry, represent the industry and present its views to the Government and/or other parties, establish and manage funds for charity purposes, develop and strengthen internal and external communication, with a view to enhancing cooperation and business opportunities, by means of the following:Organizing technical/business seminars and recreational functions Gathering and distributing relevant information to members Establishing links with overseas counterparts, such as CPCA, JPCA, TPCA, IPC, KPCA, IPCA and EFIP

IPC IPC started in 1957 as the Institute for Printed Circuits. In 1999, IPC changed its name from Institute of Interconnecting

and Packaging Electronic Circuits to IPC. The new name is accompanied with an identity statement, Association Connecting Electronics Industries. The IPC has helped to guide the electronic interconnection industry through dramatic changes. It has been and still is the only trade association that brings together all of the players in this industry: designers, board manufacturers, assembly companies, suppliers, and original equipment manufacturers. As members of IPC, proactive participants work together to meet the challenges and ensure the future of a very important industry.

IPCA The Indian Printed Circuit Association popularly known as IPCA, had its humble beginning in the year 1985 when a few

leading PCB technocrats met at Bombay with proclaimed preamble promote the interests and welfare of PCB industry and allied industries in general. Thus a new chapter in the history of PCB industry in this country emerged with IPCA at the helm of affairs.The PCB technocrats who enrolled themselves as members were only fifteen to begin with. Today, with the expansion of PCB industry, the membership has risen to an impressive level of one hundred and thirty, aiming inter alia to the advancement of education and technology in science and application of electronic packaging.This Association is the first of its kind in the country and in fact it is the only association representing the interests of the PCB manufacturers and users devoted to promote the welfare and progress of PCB Industry in this country. The Association's primary objective is to promote learning and advance education in the science and application of electronic packaging, namely, printed circuit and inter-connection techniques. It also conducts educational training programs on PCB technology by arranging systematic courses to such trainees with the help of recognized institution /industry, with a view to making available trained manpower to the PCB industry.

JPCA The Japan Printed Circuit Association was founded on June 16, 1962. Some types of projects that the JPCA are involved

with include the following items:Management improvement of printed circuit board manufacturing business classified by company size or areaDrafting JIS (Japan Industrial Standard)Collaboration and cooperation with relative industrial associations, academic Societies, national/international institutions.

PCIF The PCIF is a trade federation representing the UK PCB Industry; an umbrella organization representing the Electronics

Interconnection Industries in the Global Marketplace. It was formed in 1988 by the ICT and PCA as a means of representing more fully the PCB Fabricators, their Suppliers and individuals within the industry. In 1996 ACeM, the Association of Contract Electronic Manufacturers also joined the PCIF, while later additions were groups looking after the interests of Design Engineers and Assembly Suppliers. In January 2001 PCIF merged with FEI and is now integrated into the Components & Manufacturing Business Area. The PCIF still retains its own identity and will continue to provide its membership with the same high quality services with the added benefit of now being a part of the largest Electronics Trade Federation in the UK.  The merger is beneficial to members as it means that we are now a single, unified and powerful voice, which increases our effectiveness. From the start both PCIF and FEI staff have worked closely together, building upon the program of events and services that the membership requires; immediately showing the advantages to be gained from the merger.The PCIF is a founding member of EFIP, the European Federation of Interconnection & Packaging.

TPCAThe Taiwan Printed Circuit Association was founded in 1998. The TPCA is the only PCB industry organization approved by the government of Taiwan.

Mission and General RuleWECC - World Electronic Circuits Council Mission StatementThe frequency of changes in the world economic environment and its supporting industrial structures requires ongoing investment and innovation from the World Electronic Circuits Industry to meet accelerating demands for flexibility and responsiveness.

This council will therefore provide a forum where member organizations cooperate for the benefit and improvement of the industry, through development, coordination, and implementation of strategies and programs in the fields of technology, marketing, resource development, environment, and economic/political affairs.

Once defined, this Council will also undertake to promote these activities in a spirit of responsibility towards the World Electronic Circuits Industry based on the principles of free enterprise, cooperation, and mutually rewarding coexistence.

General Rules of WECC-World Electronic Circuits CouncilApproved: November 20, 2000

Issue date: January 2001

Chapter 1: Purpose and PrinciplesArticle 1: Purpose of the WECCThe purpose of the WECC is as follows:1.1 To maintain sound development and growth of the Global Electronic Circuits Industry. In order to accomplish this purpose, all the member organizations should define the industry's status for each country or region and respect the other member’s positions in cooperation.1.2 To solidify friendship and respect among the member associations based on the principle of equality and self-determination.1.3 To undertake promotion of solutions for international problems in a spirit of responsibility towards the world electronics industries based on the principles of free enterprise, cooperation, and mutually rewarding coexistence.1.4 To harmonize activities of the member associations by raising issues of common concern and working toward mutually acceptable resolutions.

Article 2. PrinciplesThe WECC and the member associations who are organizing it are required to follow the below principles to achieve the purpose in Article 1.2.1 This Council respects the sovereignty and equality of the respective member associations.2.2 All WECC member organizations should energetically support and assist the other members of WECC in its country or region and should not harm the rights, interests, or hinder the activities of the other members through any means.2.3 All the member associations shall honestly fulfill their duties according to this General Rules of WECC in order to guarantee future rights and benefits for all.2.4 This WECC realizes that the frequency of changes in the world economic and industrial environment requires ongoing investment and innovation from the World Electronics Industry to meet accelerating demands for flexibility and responsiveness.2.5 This Council provides a forum where member associations from the Global Electronic Circuits Industry can cooperate for the benefit and improvement of society as a whole, through development, coordination, and implementation of strategies and programs in the fields of technology, marketing, resource development, environment, and economic/political affairs. This Council carries out the following activities for a benefit common to all the member associations organizing the Electronic Circuits Industry.· Market Research (Information)· Global Standardization (Technology)· Personnel Training (Resource Development)· Technology Development (Technology)· Trade Affairs (Economic/Political Activity)· Environmental Concerns (Environment)· Trade Shows/Expos (Local Color/Originality, Technology and Information)· World Conventions (Regional Color/Originality, Information, Technology, Management, Resource Development, etc.· Others as necessary2.6 When the WECC comes to the agreement to govern the activities above, a committee for each activity shall be organized by all the WECC member associations and shall be authorized to fulfill the duties.

Chapter 2: Meetings of the WECC and WECC MembershipArticle 3. WECC MeetingTo promote the above activities, the WECC meetings shall be held once a year in conjunction with any international events such as CPCA Show, EPC Show, IPC Expo, JPCA Show, or TPCA Show. The Chairperson of the WECC meeting shall be appointed from the host sponsoring association. A proposal of the meeting agenda shall be prepared as consulted by the Secretary General and the Host, and it shall thereafter be sent to all the member associations for review and comment at least three months before the date of the meeting. The comment period shall be open until the week before the meeting. Minutes shall be distributed by the Secretary General to member associations within 60 days after the date of the meeting.

Article 4. Meeting Dates and LocationsThe meeting date(s) and location(s) shall be established at the final meeting of the year. The official meeting invitation including meeting agenda, meeting place, schedule and hotel information shall be sent by the host organization 2 months before the meeting.

Article 5. Composition and Rules of Order

5.1 The Council shall consist of one Voting Representative from each of the WECC member organizations. Each member association shall designate their Voting Representative and Official Alternate Delegate.5.2 Each member of the Council shall have one vote. In case of a tie, the Chairman may exercise the right to break such tie through one additional vote.5.3 Each member association may designate one Representative from the association secretariat. The Representatives may attend all WECC meetings but shall not have voting rights unless they are the designated Proxy or Alternate Voting Representative of their association.5.4 The Chairperson nominated by the Host Sponsoring association shall be the Voting Representative for that association at the sponsored Meeting.5.5 All the WECC member organizations shall obey the rules and guidelines described above. The WECC shall have ultimate jurisdiction over all activities under the WECC. In any case of dispute or contention, the decisions of the WECC shall prevail.

Article 6. Eligibility for MembershipThis Council shall be formed by trade associations whose members are involved in the Electronic Circuits Industry. For the purpose of the General Rules, Electronic Circuits Industry is defined as Electronic Board manufacturing including Printed Wiring Boards and/or Module Boards (Packaging Boards for semiconductor devices, MCM Boards, optoelectronic modules and others); and providing Interconnection & Packaging, Electronics Manufacturing or Semiconductor Device Packaging Services. To be eligible for membership, an Association shall conform to the following requirements:6.1 Shall be an association formed by members of the Electronic Circuits Industry and representing a specific country or region.6.2 Shall agree in writing to abide by the General Rules and Principles adopted by the WECC.6.3 Shall agree to provide a delegate to attend all meetings of the WECC and other committee meetings as necessary.6.4 Shall be in a position to contribute to the activities of the WECC, and shall provide for continuity of participation in WECC meetings and activities. Failure to meet this obligation for two successive meetings shall be cause for review of the association’s membership in WECC.6.5 Shall accept responsibility for their own association’s expenses related to participation in WECC meetings and events except as otherwise supported by the host/sponsoring organization as noted in Article 8.6.6 Shall agree to consult the concerned WECC member to meet a mutual consensus, if a member association wishes to materialize a planned activity at another country or region than its responsible area, which the headquarters is based upon. The WECC should be informed if a mutual consensus is not achieved.

Article 7. Application/Approval Process for New Membership7.1 WECC member associations may be national or international in scope and shall be recognized by general consensus in the Industry as viable functioning entities. The WECC welcomes and encourages new memberships. Current members in good standing are encouraged to recommend other associations as candidate members.7.2 Candidate associations shall make a written application to the Secretary General of the WECC indicating their desire to become a member and providing demonstration of their conformance to the Eligibility for Membership in Article 6 above.7.3 The written application may include a current Membership Directory or listing of the candidate association, a summary of activities, and should include statements listing resources, programs, or other means for compliance or agreement with Articles 1, 2, 5, and 6 above.7.4 The Candidate Association shall provide sufficient copies of their application and supporting materials to the Secretary General to enable forwarding of the application and materials to all current WECC members in good standing.7.5 The WECC Secretary General shall circulate the complete application and related materials to each WECC member association within 15 days of receipt of the application, along with an accept/reject ballot. Current member associations shall have 30 days to return their ballot to the Secretary General. If no negative ballots are received within 30 days, election to member status is automatic and the new member may nominate a delegate to the WECC immediately. If any negative votes or comments are received, the matter shall be decided at the next WECC Meeting.7.6 The Secretary General shall have the responsibility to inform the Candidate Association and voting members of the WECC in writing of all decisions relating to their application within 5 days of the close of the comment/voting period noted in 7.5. 7.7 Appeal: the decision of the WECC is final and is not subject to appeal. Unsuccessful candidates may resubmit their application after one calendar year from the date of the initial application.

Article 8. Requirements to be a Host Sponsor8.1 A sponsor for a WECC event shall be a member of the WECC8.2 Host association agrees to abide by all General Rules adopted by the WECC.8.3 A candidate Host association shall take responsibility for formulation of proposals for meeting agenda, meeting schedule, background information pertaining to the meeting, location, logistics, and hotel information in consultation with the Secretary General. Said proposal shall be then approved by the WECC.8.4 The Host association shall underwrite the expenses directly connected to the WECC meeting, such as facilities and refreshments. Translation, if required, is to be at the expense of the association requiring translation. The Host association shall help to prepare the translator for the meeting. The Host recognizes the need to provide an atmosphere where delegates from all over the world may work together smoothly, and recognizes that preparation for WECC meetings requires special consideration in this regard.

Chapter 3: WECC Duties and Responsibilities

Article 9: Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe WECC shall be responsible for the formulation of all rules relative to the WECC. These include, but are not necessarily limited to:9.1 Fulfillment of the Mission9.2 Promotion of activities in adherence to the WECC Principles9.3 Formulation and review of the General Rules9.4 WECC Meeting locations and dates9.5 Eligibility Requirements for the WECC member associations9.6 Approval/provision of financial support for activities as necessary9.7 Distribution of profits to or assessment of losses to be covered by member associations from council-financed activities9.8 Activities ownership and structures9.9 Committee formation and responsibilities9.10 Committee authority approvalEach WECC Meeting has the power to make whatever changes to the General Rules deemed appropriate and necessary for the continued success of the WECC.

Chapter 4. Promotion for WECC ActivitiesArticle 10. WECC Committee Structure and OrganizationThe Committee organization for WECC activities shall consist of the following:10.1 The WECC Meeting – which shall have ultimate jurisdiction over all the General Rules, activities, finances for WECC projects, meeting dates and locations. In any case of dispute or contention, the decisions of the WECC shall prevail.10.2 The Secretary General and The Deputy Secretary General

10.2-1 The Secretary General – shall be named by the WECC, and shall serve a term of 2 years. The Secretary General may be re-appointed to consecutive terms. Duties and responsibilities of the Secretary General include:

Preparation and distribution of all agenda, minutes and records of the WECC meetings. Responsibility for all representatives of each member association of the WECC. Providing assistance to the WECC Meeting Chairperson of the Host association who convenes the meeting Providing coordination and administrative support for activities as necessary

10.2-2 The Deputy Secretary General – who shall be in a position to assist executing tasks of The Secretary General. The Deputy Secretary General is appointed by the Secretary General, who is responsible to report the appointment for the WECC. In the situation, which the Secretary General is unable to execute the roles due to contingency, the Deputy Secretary General acts as the Secretary General, on behalf. Termination of the term of the Deputy Secretary General is as same as the end of the term of the Secretary General, who has made the appointment. However, the Deputy Secretary General may be re-appointed.10.2-3 In order to execute tasks as the Secretary General and the Deputy Secretary General in the WECC Activities, they shall remain neutral and free from the interests of the trade association(s) to which they belong.

10.3 The WECC Standards Committee – shall be responsible for worldwide standardization in the field of Electronic Circuits Technology. This committee can cover the following subjects as examples: mechanical characterization of Electronic Circuits including Electronic Boards and Electronic Packaging, processes and materials, design automation, Electronic Board and process related technologies, conformity assessment schemes, and studies of the demands of the electronics industry upon the technology.10.3-1 The WECC Standard Committee shall be responsible for the publication plan, a comprehensive work plan, documentation, and coordinated efforts mainly with the relevant IEC technical committees. This committee shall consist of one voting representative from each of the WECC member associations. Each member association shall designate its voting representative. The Chairperson and the Secretary shall be named by the Committee and confirmed by the Council.10.3-2 Any working committee formed for WECC standardization shall have representation from all the WECC member associations as necessary.

10.4 ECWC Steering Committee– The Electronic Circuits World Conventions (ECWCs) falls under the purview of the WECC. This ECWC Steering committee is responsible for making formal proposals for overall concepts, a clear purpose, a planned venue, an operation manual, schedules and programs, and budgeting for ECWC events. The Steering Committee shall be made up of members representing Asia, Europe and the Americas. Each region is entitled to nominate two representative members from the member associations to serve on the ECWC Steering Committee. The Chairperson of the Steering Committee shall be from the Host organization of the upcoming ECWC and shall be named by the WECC Meeting.10.4-1. The ECWC Steering Committee shall organize a Program Committee that shall be responsible for the format and program content of the ECWC including selection of papers. Each WECC member association is entitled to nominate at least one (maximum two) delegate(s) on the Program Committee.10.4-2. Any committee or working group formed in support of an ECWC shall have representation from all the WECC member associations so far as is practical. The Chairperson shall be from the Host Organization and shall be named by the ECWC Steering Committee.

10.5 Other Activities – to fulfill a particular task, ad hoc committees, working groups, or task forces may from time to time be established between WECC member associations. To operate as WECC bodies, these groups shall be confirmed by the WECC Meetings, and activities shall be reported at WECC or distributed through the Secretary General.

10.6 The Staff Meeting – shall be formed by the representative staff members of each WECC member association. This meeting shall administer and manage the WECC itself and the WECC activities. The WECC Secretary General is appointed as the Chairperson of the staff meeting.

Chapter 5: Revised General RulesArticle 11. Changes in the General Rules of the WECCIf any changes are made in the General Rules during any future WECC meetings, then a revised General Rules shall be prepared by the Secretary General to include all such changes. Such revised General Rules shall be presented and approved at the subsequent WECC meeting.

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The General Rules of WECC were approved by all the representatives of CPCA-China Printed Circuit Association, EFIP-European Federation of Interconnection and Packaging, IPC-Association Connecting Electronics Industries, IPCA-Indian Printed Circuit Association, JPCA-Japan Printed Circuit Association, and TPCA-Taiwan Printed Circuit Association, at the 5th WECC Meeting chaired by Mr. Charles Wu, Chairman of TPCA in Taipei, November 20, 2000.

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February 20-22, 2002 New Delhi, India IPCAIndia Soft 2002

March 12-14, 2002, Shanghai, China CPCAThe 11th International Electronic Circuits ExhibitionThe CPCA Show has come onto the stage for PCB trade annually in Shanghai for 10 years and enjoys a good reputation. The visitors from CPCA and WECC members comprise a stable group of professionals from home and abroad. At present, the number has got to more than 20,000.The CPCA Show possesses a worldwide net linked with other professional organizations and associations. It keeps a fine cooperation with main medias of the same trade in the world.

March 24-28, 2002 Long Beach, CA IPCIPC Printed Circuits EXPO can help you explore the boundaries of yields and company performance. Keep up with the latest industry developments from embedded passives to opto-electronics by attending the industry's

premier technical conference. Contribute to the IPC standards that you company relies on

Visit more than 1000 exhibit booths featuring new products and technologies. Meet hundreds of suppliers of chemicals, laminates, materials, equipment, software and services.

Sharpen your skills and build on your knowledge at our full-day and half-day educational programs - 35 to choose from! Get motivated at two FREE keynote addresses. Network with the best in the industry at the CCA golf tournament, receptions and social activities.

April 18-19, 2002 Rome Italy EIPCJoint EIPC Picsel Spring ConferenceThe Spring Conference offers both speakers and delegates a unique platform for exchanging information on the current market conditions, future outlooks, technological developments, controlling, marketing and specific information on strategies for survival in the PCB industry.

June 5-7, 2002 Tokyo, Japan JPCAJPCA Show 2002 is the industry's own- and only-organized trade-show to offer the Electronic Circuits Platform to create Electronics Packaging business and Black-box technologies formed by the whole Industry's network to respective customers.The purpose of the event is to be held for the creation of a venue featuring latest Electronic Board and Electronic Circuits Packaging Technologies from Design, materials, processing, and manufacturing to end-products originating both Japan and overseas, and to provide valuable information today's customers require, and create great opportunities for new business. To contribute to the further development of Electronic Circuits industries, and to enhance manufacturing efficiency and maximize profits.

June 20, 2002 Paris, France GFIEThis convention will cover the various aspects of environmental protection in components and electronics manufacturing industries. It will focus on base materials substitutes, new equipments and processes, in view of present or future regulations.The following topics have been selected: European regulations - Deadlines What's new in USA and Germany Waste collection - legal aspects Lead free - Main substitute alloys - Patents Reliability - Whiskers - Intermetals - Actual performances How to manage the "Lead/Lead free" transition period Impact of Temperature increase on:

Production equipments (Waves - Ovens) Components (Passive, Active, PCBs, MCM, BGA...)

Production line manager's stand point New test and inspection methods Bromides banishment - What impact on assembly processes Roadmap - Main steps to comply with regulation Electronics industry and environment concern in general

October 7-9, 2002 Cologne, Germany (in conjunction with EPC 2002) ECWC9The Electronic Circuits World Convention is one of the most important events in the European printed/circuit interconnection industry calendar for the year 2002, and is supported by the WECC. The purpose of the ECWC9 is to provide a forum for the interchange of Technical and Management concepts used on a worldwide basis. ECWC9 will focus on the latest research and the new-future innovation on interconnection, packaging, and assembly of electronic and opto-electronic circuits. Delegates and visitors from throughout the world will attend this event, offering presenters the opportunity to reach a wide audience of decision makers and leaders of the international packaging and interconnection industry.

October 8-10, 2002 Cologne, Germany EPC 2002The Electronic Circuits World Convention is one of the most important events in the European printed/circuit interconnection industry calendar for the year 2002, and is supported by the WECC. EPC 20002 is organized by the European Institute of Printed Circuits (EIPC), under the EFIP umbrella. EPC2002 is set to be even better, with international participation, a world-class exhibition, and the world’s premier technology conference for the industry.

October 16, 2002 Cheltenham Park Hotel PCIFThe chosen theme for the conference is "Journey into the Unknown" and papers will cover the following subjects: Environmental Issues

Future Strategies Manufacturing Market Conditions Supply Chain Training

November 1-3, 2002 Taipei, Taiwan TPCATPCA Show 2002 is the perfect opportunity for Taiwan's suppliers and manufacturers to interact face-to-face with other countries. The TPCA Show seeks to improve communications so that they can better understand the needs not only for their customers, but also their local government and the community in Taiwan. With this cooperation, they hope TPCA will be able to make an even stronger contribution to the industry and to Taiwan. This year's exhibition, in its third year, features a total of 250 primary and co-exhibitors with nearly 1000 exhibitions representing a 45% increase in size from the TPCA Show 2001. Over 60,000 visitors representing the PCB-related industries of the world are expected. This exposition offers a unique opportunity for the Taiwan and the World PCB-related industry manufacturers to meet together.

March 29- April 2, 2003 Anaheim, CA IPCThe IPC SMEMA Council presents APEX; a show that's more than simply for the industry, it's by the industry. APEX is the only place you'll see electronics assembly and test equipment from every major supplier as well as an array of materials and services that support electronics manufacturing. And complementing it are all IPC's world-class technical conference sessions, educational programs, and IPC standards meetings.

Contact WECCMasato Shishido- shishido@jpcanet.or.jpDavid Bergman- bergda@ipc.org

WECC Standards Released The goal of the WECC standardization process is to achieve fast global coverage and uniform implementation of standards of interest to the electronic interconnection industry.

IPC/JPCA 2315 Design Guide for High Density Interconnect (HDI) and Microvias

JPCA/IPC-6202 Performance Guide Manual for Single- and Double- Sided Flexible Printed Wiring Boards

JPCA/IPC-4104 Specification for High Density Interconnect (HDI) and Microvia Material

IPC/JPCA Terms and Definitions, Test Methods, and Design Examples for Build-up/High Density Interconnect (HDI) Printed Wiring Boards