Hand soldering of high density printed boards demands skilled operators to ensure a zero-defect soldering process and this contest will recognise the best skills in hand soldering complex printed board assemblies.
Over three days, participants will compete against each other to build a functional electronics assembly within a 45-minute time limit. Assemblies will be judged on soldering in accordance with IPC-A-610E Class 3 criteria, the speed at which the assembly was produced and overall electrical functionality of the assembly. IPC-A-610 Master Instructors will serve as judges.
The cash prizes are €300 for first place, €200 for second place and €100 for third place. The first place winner will also earn a chance to compete against the best hand soldering technicians from around the world at the IPC World Championship at IPC APEX EXPO in Las Vegas, in March 2016.