Incoming AQL 2% Low - 8% high. Average around 4 4 1/2%. We are the end user. 2% I believe is an established industry average. ----- Original Message ----- From: Dieselberg, Ron To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Wednesday, May 29, 2002 1:56 PM Subject: [TN] One of our Quality Managers has asked me to quiz the TechNet for information on solder defect rates. We think we are pretty good and want to compare against others in the industry. He has asked for rates for hand soldering and also machine (automatic) soldering. We deal in two basic product lines; IR products and Space/Communications. Any information regarding solder defect rates in the hand soldering and or automatic soldering areas would be appreciated. Thank you. Ron Dieselberg Trainer/Auditor CMC ELECTRONICS CINCINNATI [log in to unmask]