Design Review Checklist
Based on Sections 10 and 11 of the guide.
Readiness checks
- Interface definition is complete
- Electrical limits are defined and sourced where required
- Every rating/requirement is traced to a source document + revision, with verification status marked (verified / assumed / example / TBD)
- Assumptions are explicitly listed with the risk if each is wrong
- Current derating and wire-gauge compatibility are reviewed
- Locking, strain relief, and backshell strategy are defined
- Sealing and unmated protection are addressed
- Keying and mis-mate prevention are addressed
- Load-break / hot-plug / mate-under-power status recorded from the datasheet for every power-carrying interface (never assumed)
- Tooling and assembly process are defined
- Workmanship/acceptance standard identified (e.g. IPC/WHMA-A-620 or the program/customer equivalent)
- Documentation package exists (BOM, pinout, cable drawing, ICD)
Red-flag scan
| Red flag | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pin-count-only selection avoided | TBD | |
| Power and signal segregation reviewed | TBD | |
| Backshells included where needed | TBD | |
| Tooling identified | TBD | |
| Dust caps / dummy plugs included where needed | TBD | |
| Torque specs documented | TBD | |
| Wire seal sizing checked | TBD | |
| Mating connector included in BOM | TBD | |
| Load-break / mate-under-power status verified, not assumed | TBD | |
| Ratings traced to manufacturer/standard documents, not distributor listings | TBD | |
| Shield strategy documented with rationale (not a default) | TBD | |
| Touch safety when unmated addressed for power paths | TBD | |
| Fusing / fault current / inrush documented for power paths | TBD | |
| Service access reviewed | TBD | |
| Cable labels / identification defined | TBD |
Risk summary
| Connector / interface | Risk | Severity (H/M/L) | Corrective action |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |