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January 2, 2025 | IPCEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
IPC invites skilled soldering experts to participate in the UK Regional Qualification for the IPC Hand Soldering Competition (HSC) on February 4-6, 2025, at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre.
- Competition Details:
- Date: February 4-6, 2025
- Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM GMT (3:30 AM – 9:30 AM CST)
- Location: Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, Farnborough, UK
Participants will compete for the UK National title by soldering a complex printed circuit board within 60 minutes, adhering to IPC-A-610 Class 3 criteria. Judges, comprised of IPC Master Instructors (MITs), will evaluate soldering quality, assembly process, electrical functionality, and speed.
Prizes:
- 1st Place: €300
- 2nd Place: €200
- 3rd Place: €100
Winner of the UK Regional Qualification will be invited to compete in the IPC Hand Soldering World Championship at productronica in Munich, Germany.
Company Team Award: Companies entering two or three competitors will be eligible for the Hand Soldering Best Company Team Award, based on the combined scores of their participants.
Registration:
- Registration is free and open to all skilled soldering professionals.
- Registration Deadline: Friday, January 31, 2025
- Register online at [Link to Registration Form]
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