MS051060 JEDEC Electronic Packaging Humidity Indicator Card - HUMIDITY INDICATOR CARDS

5, 10, 60% RH humidity indicator. Dry-packed semiconductors with 5/10% RH low-level checks and a 60% RH checkpoint.

Description

MS051060 monitors 5%, 10% and 60% relative humidity inside dry-packed barrier bags. It is intended for moisture-sensitive semiconductors and surface-mount devices, combining low-humidity checkpoints with a 60% RH check.

The supplied 2004 manufacturer sheet identifies this design with J-STD-033B. It associates the 60% spot with MSL 2 components and the lower spots with MSL 2a–5a components. Use the printed instructions and the applicable packaging procedure when interpreting a card.

The sample card instructs users not to place it into a bag if the 60% spot is pink. The listed spot arrangement should not be confused with a maximum humidity card: the supplied JEDEC sheet does not establish an irreversible exposure record for this model.

Key specifications

  • Indicator levels: 5, 10, 60% RH
  • Card dimensions: 2 × 3 in
  • Behaviour: 5/10/60% RH humidity indication
  • Pack configuration in supplier sheet: 125 cards per litre can; 5,000 per case

Applications

  • Dry-packed semiconductors with 5/10% RH low-level checks and a 60% RH checkpoint.
  • Visual inspection of desiccated barrier bags used for surface-mount component storage and handling.

Handling and storage

Keep unused cards sealed with desiccant in a cool, dry location. Avoid touching indicator spots and protect them from sunlight, water, steam and ammonia. Follow the card’s printed handling instructions and the packaging procedure for the components being protected.

Further information

Indicator levels

5, 10, 60% RH

Card dimensions

2 × 3 in

Pack configuration (supplier sheet)

125 cards per litre can; 5,000 per case

Indicator Behaviour

5/10/60% RH humidity indication

Indicator Colour Change

Blue/pink indication; follow the printed spot instructions

Standards referenced in supplier sheet

J-STD-033B

Drawings available on request.

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