Counterfeit Mitigation

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Standard Procedures

These are some of the standard steps we perform

  • Verify items are packaged in correct ESD packaging
  • Check logo for authenticity
  • Verify parts dimensions again manufacturers data sheet
  • Check Lot and date code against known suspect lots
  • Perform scratch test for marking permanency
  • Check leads for re tinning
  • Check items under magnification for inconsistencies
  • DECAP for die verification
  • X-ray testing for die anomalies
  • Electrical test for functionality

Our Counterfeit Mitigation in Practice

One counterfeit example we uncovered - TO5 Diode Array

These items were found to have a new lid installed over the old one to make it look like they were new.

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Our testing procedures are always evolving to stay ahead of the ever changing Quality Control needs.

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Lower Your Risk

with our experience

and training

Purchasing of obsolete parts can incur the risk of obtaining counterfeit items.  When you purchase these items from Cornerstone Components you can rest assured that we have the experience, and training needed to mitigate this risk. Our quality staff has decades of experience and is trained to catch any suspect items.  When necessary we have these items tested by third party test labs that literally wrote the book on counterfeit mitigation.

Zero Tolerance

for suspect counterfeit items

We have a zero tolerance policy when dealing with any suspect counterfeit items.  It starts with quarantining items for review and confirmation of their quality. Stringent testing by qualified personal either in house, our third party. Then if necessary, swift action is then taken to alert the appropriate governing bodies including GIDEP, ERAI and law enforcement.

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Be Sure

with Cornerstone Components

You can be sure that we at Cornerstone Components have the experience, and motivation to completely insolate you from any risk of receiving counterfeit parts.