CECC 23 100-801:1998

Overview

CECC 23 100-801:1998 is a Capability Detail Specification published under the CLC framework for single and double-sided printed boards with plain (non‑metallized) holes. It defines the capability criteria and recognition requirements for manufacturers and suppliers producing printed circuit boards (PCBs) that have conductor patterns on one or both sides and use plain drilled holes (not plated through). The standard supersedes EN 123100-800:1992 and has later national adoption entries (e.g., SIST CECC 23 100-801:2002).

Key topics and requirements

The standard focuses on capability and production-recognition aspects rather than detailed design rules. Key technical topics typically included are:

• Scope of applicability for single‑ and double‑sided PCBs with plain holes (non‑metallized).
• Manufacturer capability criteria required for recognition/qualification to produce these board types.
• Material and construction considerations, including board substrates and conductor pattern definitions (general, not prescriptive materials).
• Drilled-hole characteristics: identification and classification of plain (non‑plated) holes.
• Inspection and acceptance principles for manufacturing processes and finished boards.
• Documentation and traceability requirements for production lots and capability records.
• Testing and quality control expectations to demonstrate consistent production capability (functional and dimensional verification). Note: The standard establishes capability recognition criteria; it does not replace specific electrical or mechanical design rules provided by other design standards.

Applications

This specification is practical for:

• PCB manufacturers and fabricators seeking capability recognition for producing single- and double-sided boards with plain holes.
• Quality assurance and procurement teams who need to specify supplier capability and acceptance conditions in contracts.
• Contract electronics manufacturers (EMS) and subcontractors that handle legacy or simple PCB assemblies.
• Regulatory or conformity assessment bodies involved in maintaining supplier registers or capability lists. Industries that commonly use single/double-sided boards with plain holes include consumer electronics, industrial controls, instrumentation and legacy systems.

Related standards

• Superseded: EN 123100-800:1992 (replaced by CECC 23 100-801:1998)
• National adoption example: SIST CECC 23 100-801:2002
• For board design and detailed manufacturing tolerances, consult complementary PCB design/manufacturing standards and industry guidelines.

Keywords: CECC 23 100-801, printed circuit boards, single-sided printed boards, double-sided printed boards, plain holes, capability detail specification, PCB manufacturer recognition, CLC.