| Stage | Key Activities | Equipment / Method | Output Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Incoming Inspection | - Verify material certificates - Check material specifications and surface condition - Conduct spectral analysis by sampling (if necessary) | - Vernier calipers, micrometers - Spectrometer - Hardness tester | Incoming Quality Control Report (IQC Report) |
| 2. First Article Inspection (FAI) | - Full dimensional measurement of the first piece or first few pieces of a production batch - Compare against all drawing requirements | - CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) - Vision measuring machine - Surface roughness tester | First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) |
| 3. In-process Inspection | - Regularly sample and inspect parts during production - Monitor stability of critical dimensions - Check machined surface quality | - Shop floor gauges (calipers, micrometers, etc.) - SPC (Statistical Process Control) charts | In-process Quality Control Record (IPQC Record) |
| 4. Final Inspection | - 100% visual inspection (scratches, burrs, rust, etc.) - 100% or AQL sampling inspection of critical dimensions - Verify surface treatment (film thickness, color, adhesion) - Review all previous inspection data | - CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) - Various precision measuring tools | Final Inspection Report / Certificate of Quality (CQC) Full Dimension Report / FAI (upon request) |
| 5. Outgoing / Shipping | - Verify product quantity and batch number - Check packaging integrity and protection - Ensure documentation (reports, certificates) is complete | - Checklist | Packing List / Shipping Report |