IPC-8981 - Standard Only

This standard defines classification levels and testing thresholds to assess the reliability of e-textile wearables in their intended end-use environments. It establishes baseline criteria for evaluating durability under mechanical stressors—such as abrasion, flexing, and UV exposure—and environmental conditions including perspiration, washing, water/saltwater, alkalis, and acids. Supported by 14 IPC Test Methods developed specifically for e-textile products, the standard also provides guidance for identifying affected and critical areas for reliability testing.