Objective Evidence Made Easy:
No Headaches, Just Results!
Demonstrating compliance with IPC standards is crucial for winning contracts; it's not just a checkbox but a key factor that distinguishes you from the competition!
BUILT for CMs.
TRUSTED by OEMs.
One purchase. Independent certification. Defensible evidence.
Compare the different OE in a Box configurations
Each kit is tuned for a different production profile, from straightforward SMT programs to high-density mixed technology lines.
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| Feature / Capability | SMT Essentials | Full Process / Mixed Technology | High Density Mixed Technology |
| Ideal For | Surface Mount Technology + Manual Soldering + Rework | Mixed Technology SMT + Through-Hole + Selective Soldering + Rework | Advanced lines with fine-pitch, HDI, complex assemblies |
| Process Coverage | SMT only | SMT + PTH + secondary ops | Full mixed-tech + HDI + micro-assembly |
| Workflow Complexity | Low | Medium | High |
| Tooling & Fixtures | Standard SMT tooling | Mixed-tech fixtures, wave/selective support | Precision HDI tooling, micro-assembly fixtures |
| Automation Level | Foundational | Expanded automation across processes | Full automation + advanced controls |
| Data & Analytics | Basic SMT KPIs | Cross-process analytics | High-resolution process data + predictive insights |
| Quality Controls | Standard SMT checks | AOI + ICT + functional test integration | Advanced AOI, AXI, micro-defect detection |
| Integrations | SMT equipment only | SMT + PTH + test systems | Full ecosystem including HDI, micro-assembly, advanced inspection |
Competitive Advantage
OE in a Box makes it easy for you to get that competitive advantage for your process. You get a ready-made, standardized, defensible Objective Evidence program in a single purchase.
Expert-Backed Certification
With OE in a Box, you gain access to industry experts who deliver independent certification for one low cost.
With OE in a Box we take care of the annoying stuff
so you won't have to...
Now, OE in a Box makes SIR and Objective Evidence
fast, repeatable, and audit-ready!
Run your process
Ship the cards back
Receive defensible Objective Evidence
What's in the Box?
- 10 Test Cards
- Components (on tape and reel) for 10 complete assemblies
- Stencil shipped separately (provided by MetalEtch)
- Sealable ESD bags for easy return
- Quick start information with process parameters
- Return shipping label
Everything you need to create an IPC compliant Objective Evidence Report, designed to meet industry standards.
Download Assembly Files
Pick & Place files available in CSV and TXT formats for each kit to assist with your assembly workflow.
TXT files are alternate Pick & Place (PnP) outputs, not reference or instruction files.
Full Process / Mixed Technology
Selected: Full_Process_Top.csv
SMT Essential
Selected: SMT_Essential.csv
High Density
Selected: High_Density_Top.csv