For the devices stored beyond their shelf life, are there any evaluation recommendation?
Each customer's definition is different. Evaluations can be considered from several aspects:
- Check if the moisture barrier bag is damaged.
- Check if the humidity indicator card has changed color.
- Inspect the IC leads under a microscope for any discoloration or abnormalities.
- Evaluate the soldering performance of the IC in the laboratory
- Run a control lot first to observe any anomalies throughout the process.
- Follow evaluation requirements as per each company's procedures.