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Quality Control Standards for Starlink-Compatible Accessories

  • 2026-07-04

Quality Control Standards for Starlink-Compatible Accessories

Document Reference: XLC-QC-001
Applicable To: All Tejoy Products
Certification: ISO 9001:2015
Approved By: Tejoy Quality Management Team

Table of Contents

1. Quality Philosophy

At Tejoy, quality is not a department — it is integrated into every stage of production. Our goal is zero defects delivered to the customer. We achieve this through rigorous incoming inspection, in-process monitoring, final functional testing, and continuous improvement based on field data.

Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015, audited annually by SGS. We maintain a quality defect rate below 0.5% across all product lines, verified by third-party inspections.

We stand behind every product. If a defect is found, we replace it within 15 business days — no questions asked.

2. Applicable Standards

StandardScopeStatus
ISO 9001:2015Quality Management SystemCertified
FCC Part 15Electromagnetic emissions (power adapters)Compliant
CE (EN 55032/55035)EMC and safety for European marketCompliant
RoHS (EU 2015/863)Restriction of hazardous substancesCompliant
REACH (EC 1907/2006)Chemical safety of materialsCompliant
ASTM B117Salt spray corrosion testing500 hours rated
ASTM D4329UV exposure testing5-year equivalent
UL 8750 (pending)LED and power supply safetyIn process

3. 4-Stage QC Process

Stage 1: Incoming Quality Control (IQC)

MaterialInspectionAcceptance Criteria
Steel / AluminumDimensional, material grade verification, surface finishANSI/ASQ Z1.4 AQL 1.0
Plastic ResinMelt flow index, color match, impact resistanceSupplier COA + in-house verification
Cables / WireConductor gauge, insulation thickness, continuity100% on critical lots
Hardware (bolts, nuts)Thread gauge, hardness test, plating thicknessANSI/ASME B1.1 Class 2A

Stage 2: In-Process QC (IPQC)

  • First Article Inspection (FAI) at start of every production run
  • Patrol inspection every 2 hours: dimensional, visual, assembly fit
  • Sampling rate: 20% for critical dimensions, 10% for visual
  • Any defect triggers 100% inspection of the preceding batch
  • Process capability monitoring (CpK) for critical processes

Stage 3: Final Quality Control (FQC)

  • 100% functional testing for all products:
  • Mounts: Fit test with standard Starlink base plate and hardware
  • Adapters: Load test at rated current for 30 minutes
  • Cables: Continuity, insulation resistance (>100 M Ohm)
  • Assemblies: Torque test on all fasteners
  • Dimensional inspection: Sampling per AQL 2.5
  • Visual inspection: 100% for surface defects, scratches, discoloration

Stage 4: Outgoing Quality Control (OQC)

  • Statistical sampling per AQL 2.5 (normal), AQL 1.0 (critical items)
  • Packaging integrity check: label accuracy, barcode scan, seal inspection
  • Quantity verification: 100% count for orders under 10,000 units
  • Documentation: Certificate of Conformance, inspection report, test results
  • Third-party inspection available upon request (SGS, Bureau Veritas, TUV)

4. Product-Specific Testing Protocols

Mounts (Pipe, Wall, Roof)

TestMethodPass Criteria
Static load testApply 20 kg vertical load, 5 minutesNo permanent deformation
Torque retentionTighten to spec, measure after 24h at 60 deg CLoss < 10% of initial torque
Salt spray resistanceASTM B117, 500 hoursNo red rust on critical surfaces
UV agingASTM D4329, 1,000 hoursNo cracking, color change Delta E < 3
Vibration testIEC 60068-2-6, 5-150 Hz, 2gNo loosening, no damage

Power Adapters

TestMethodPass Criteria
Output voltage accuracyMeasure at rated load+/- 3% of nominal
Overcurrent protectionApply 150% rated currentShutdown within 2 seconds
Short circuit protectionShort output terminalsAutomatic recovery within 5 seconds
Temperature riseFull load, 25 deg C ambient, 4 hoursCase temp < 60 deg C
Dielectric strength1,500V AC, 1 minuteNo breakdown, leakage < 5mA

Cables

TestMethodPass Criteria
Continuity100% of pins testedAll pins continuous, no shorts
Insulation resistance500V DC, 1 minute> 100 M Ohm
Connector retention10N pull test, 1 minuteNo disconnection, no damage
Bend test+/- 90 deg, 10,000 cyclesNo conductor breakage
Cold bend-40 deg C, 4 hours, bend 180 degNo jacket cracking

5. Testing Equipment

EquipmentPurposeCalibration
Universal Testing MachineTensile, compression, flexural testingAnnual (certified)
Salt Spray ChamberCorrosion testing (ASTM B117)Annual
UV Weathering TesterUV aging (ASTM D4329)Bi-annual
Thermal Cycling ChamberTemperature cycling (-40 to +85 deg C)Annual
CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)Precision dimensional inspectionAnnual
Torque Wrench CalibratorTorque tool verificationQuarterly
Hi-Pot TesterDielectric strength testingAnnual
MegohmmeterInsulation resistance measurementAnnual

6. Defect Classification

ClassDefinitionActionAQL
CriticalSafety hazard (exposed live wire, sharp burrs, fire risk)100% sort + corrective action0% (zero tolerance)
MajorFunctional failure (does not fit, no output, corrosion)100% sort + process correctionAQL 1.0
MinorCosmetic issue (scratch, color variation, packaging damage)AQL sampling + visual standard updateAQL 2.5
Zero-Defect Policy: Critical defects are not tolerated at any sampling level. If a single critical defect is found in a lot, the entire lot is quarantined and 100% inspected. The root cause is investigated and corrected before production resumes.

7. Frequently Asked Questions

Can I request third-party inspection of my order?

A: Yes. We welcome third-party inspections from SGS, Bureau Veritas, TUV Rheinland, or any accredited inspection agency. The cost is borne by the buyer. We provide full access to production lines and finished goods for inspection.

What happens if a defect is found after shipment?

A: Notify us within 30 days of receipt. We will request photos or returned samples for analysis. If confirmed as a manufacturing defect, we issue replacement or credit within 15 business days. Shipping cost for replacements is borne by Tejoy.

Do you provide test reports with each shipment?

A: Yes. Each shipment includes a Certificate of Conformance (CoC) signed by our QC manager. Upon request, we also provide the Inspection Report (dimensional, functional, visual) and material certifications.

Quality You Can Rely On

Tejoy ISO 9001 Certified Quality

Industry-leading QC standards with defect rates below 0.5%. OEM/ODM partnerships welcome.

Email: ceo@tejoy.com

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