Mass Termination, Flat Cable – Notching spec in IPC-A-620
Target - Class 1,2,3
• The connector mounting notches are cut parallel to the conductors
and does not reduce the wire insulation.
• The notch length and width allows correct connector
mounting including strain relief clips or covers if used.
Acceptable - Class 1,2,3
• Variations in parallelism of the notch do not interfere with the
mounting and crimping of the connector or reduce conductor
insulation.
• Tooling marks do not break the surface of the insulation.

Defect - Class 1,2,3
• Notching that cuts, nicks or exposes the conductors.
• Variations in parallelism of the notch interfere with the
mounting and crimping of the connector or reduce conductor
insulation.
• Tooling marks break the surface of the insulation.






