Risk Management

At Microchip USA, we understand that maintaining the quality and reliability of the Integrated Circuits (ICs) and Semiconductors we provide is crucial to our clients’ success. That’s why we employ robust risk management practices centered around the use of third-party testing laboratories to ensure that every component we sell meets the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Why We Rely on Third-Party Testing Labs

Unlike many in-house labs that test the very products they sell, we believe this approach creates a conflict of interest. An internal lab, tied directly to the sales process, may have implicit biases, making it difficult to maintain complete objectivity. In contrast, third-party labs are independent and can provide unbiased, thorough, and professional verification of product integrity, as their reputation depends on accuracy.

By relying on these independent third-party labs, Microchip USA mitigates the risks of internal testing, such as:

• Reluctance to report defects that could damage the company's reputation.

• Limited expertise in specific areas of testing or certification.

• Lack of objectivity due to financial ties between the testing and selling processes.

Third-Party Labs We Trust

To ensure the utmost reliability of our ICs and Semiconductors, we partner with industry-leading third-party testing laboratories that specialize in detecting and preventing counterfeit or defective components. These independent labs possess state-of-the-art equipment and unmatched expertise, ensuring that every component is thoroughly tested and verified for quality.

Our Trusted Partners

Whitehorse Laboratories: Specializing in counterfeit detection and global supply chain threat prevention, Whitehorse operates in the United States, Asia, and Europe, ensuring worldwide coverage. Their expertise in testing, auditing, and logistics services makes them a critical partner for maintaining product integrity.

• Global ETS: Based in Odessa, Florida, Global ETS offers comprehensive component authentication and quality testing services. Their facility provides industry-leading services to prevent counterfeit and defective components from entering the supply chain.

• Precision Test Solutions: Operating out of Orlando, Florida, Precision Test Solutions tests electrical, electro-mechanical, and electro-optical components. They cater to military, space, and commercial industries, offering qualification testing with a focus on meeting the strictest standards.

• GD4 Test Services: With locations in Texas, Florida, and New York, GD4 offers a wide range of testing services. From integrated circuit verification to failure analysis GD4 ensures rigorous quality management standards.

Lab Certifications

• DLA

• AS9100

• ISO 17025

• GIDEP

• ANAB

• ANAB

• ILAC

• AS9100

• ISO 17025

• GIDEP

• ANAB

• ILAC

• ISO 9001

• AS9100

• ISO 17025

• AS6171

• AS6081

• ANSI/ESD S20.20

• DLA Lab Suitability

• QTSL

Testing Procedures to Mitigate Risks

To further reduce the risks of defective or counterfeit ICs and Semiconductors, our partners offer a wide array of testing services designed to uncover defects, ensure product integrity, and provide you with confidence in every component you purchase from us.

Key Testing Services Include:

• Decapsulation & Internal Dye Verification: Exposes the internal dye of the component for microscopic inspection to detect cracks, missing metal layers, or contamination.

• X-Ray Inspection & Analysis: Provides detailed images of the component’s internal structure, helping to identify hidden defects such as voids, shorts, or opens.

• External Visual Inspection: Conducted to check the external surface of the component for visible defects like cracks, missing solder balls, or contamination.

• Surface Texture Analysis: Utilizes scanning electron microscopes (SEM) to examine surface texture for scratches, pits, or other irregularities.

• Electrical Pin Correlation: Verifies electrical connections between the component’s pins, ensuring there are no malfunctions caused by pin defects or misalignment.

Why Our Approach Matters

At Microchip USA, our commitment to third-party testing ensures the highest level of quality and reliability for the components we supply. Independent testing not only helps mitigate risks of receiving counterfeit or defective ICs and Semiconductors, but it also ensures that every component functions as required, providing you with peace of mind and confidence in your projects.

By choosing Microchip USA, you gain a partner that prioritizes the quality and reliability of your components, ensuring they meet industry standards and perform as expected.