Overview:
In recognition of the growing problem of counterfeit components entering the global supply chain, ACI is putting it’s arsenal of technology to the task of identifying and reporting seemingly counterfeit product. In further recognition of the unique needs of the distribution and manufacturing community, ACI offers analysis of the parts inside two business days.This will allow the customer the time to make any financial or production decisions.

Who Should Use this Service?
Independent distributors, franchised distributors, OEM’s, CM’s and anybody who needs verification that the product received is as it is represented to be.

Services Offered:

• For best results, submit samples of same date and lot codes
  
• Maximum of five samples at a time
• Turn around time of two business days from receipt of samples
• Inspection of suspected counterfeit components to the IDEA-STD-1010-A Standard.
  
  Analysis includes:
  VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION
  • All microscopy services
  • Lead integrity analysis
  • Marking removal analysis (black topping, laser marking, chemical washing)
    
    
  SOLVENCY TESTING TO DETERMINE MARKING PERMANENCY
  • Date code changes / lot code changes
  • Marking verification (part numbers, logos, inc marks)
  • Detection of simulated laser markings
  • Lead-Free remarking
    
    
  X- RAY ANALYSIS
  • Internal component inspection
  • Lead free analysis of Rohs compliant parts
    
    
  COMPREHENSIVE REPORT OUTLINING FINDINGS SENT BOTH ELECTRONICALLY AND THROUGH THE MAIL.

Benefits:

The financial loss to customers falling victim to counterfeit parts is a global problem exceeding $15 billion dollars a year. Testing the components and detecting irregularities within three business days will allow customers time to make appropriate financial or production line decisions.

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