BMS-0000007 Rev 8 Part Labeling Specification

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Part Labeling Specification

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Contents
Section 1 Introduction ....................................................................................................... 2
Section 2 Document Purpose & Structure .......................................................................... 2
Section 3 Labeling Requirements ....................................................................................... 3
3.1 Barcode Content ........................................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Barcode Requirements ................................................................................................................. 4
3.3 Label Format ................................................................................................................................. 6
3.4 Label Position ................................................................................................................................ 7
Section 4 Printing .............................................................................................................. 7
Section 5 Label Materials ................................................................................................... 8
Section 6 Direct Part Marking ............................................................................................ 8
Section 7 Appendix............................................................................................................ 9
7.1 Abbreviations & Definitions .......................................................................................................... 9
Section 8 References ....................................................................................................... 10
Section 9 Revision History................................................................................................ 11
Publication Date: 10/13/2017 1 of 11

Section 1 Introduction
The Part Labeling Specification is intended both for internal Tesla use and for suppliers
who directly supply parts and/or materials to Tesla. It serves to work in conjunction with
relevant industry standards and to provide clarification of Tesla’s requirements and
expectations.
If a supplier has a pre-existing labeling format they propose to use for parts not specific
to Tesla, this can be submitted to Tesla for review; however, all efforts should be made to
follow the Tesla standard. All Tesla specific parts must follow this standard.
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Section 2 Document Purpose & Structure

The purpose of this document is to define the part label format, location, and material
requirements for part/component labels and packaging (excluding shipping packaging)
received by Tesla for inventory management and product genealogy.
For shipping label specifications, please refer to:
BMS-0000003 - Shipping Label Specification.
For part serial number format, please refer to:
BMS-0000002 - Serial Number Format Instruction.
All labels must adhere to the following industry standards unless explicitly stated
otherwise in this document:
AIAG B-4:2003: Part Identification and Tracking Application Standards

AIAG B-10:2004: Trading Partner Labels Implementation Guideline
Any deviation from this document must be approved by Tesla in writing.

Section 3 Labeling Requirements

3.1 Barcode Content
All barcodes must use data identifiers to identify the field of data being decoded. It details
the format to be used to uniquely identify parts and batch lots. Table 1 contains data
identifier information accepted by Tesla and is extracted from AIAG B-4:2003: Part
Identification and Tracking Application Standards
Item Data Description Traceability Length

Identifier Grade
1 P Part Number assigned by Tesla A Refer to BMS-
0000356
1a REV Part Revision number assigned by Tesla (PCBA A (PCBA Refer to BMS-
only) only) 0000356
2 S Serial Number A Refer to BMS-
0000002
Table 1 - Data Identifiers and Data Format for Traceability Grade A
In some cases, a barcode may be used on Traceability Grade B / C products. For

compatibility with the existing Tesla systems, the following format should be used in those
special cases. For traceability grade definitions, please refer to BMS-0000151 -
Traceability Specifications.
Item Data Description Traceability Length

Identifier Grade
1 P Part Number assigned by Tesla B/C Refer to BMS-
0000356
2 T Batch traceability number assigned by Tesla B/C Refer to BMS-
1T Batch traceability number assigned by Supplier B/C 0000002
Table 2 - Data Identifiers and Data Format for Traceability Grade B / C
Data separators must be used to delimit the data contained in individual data fields. The
data separator accepted by Tesla for part labels are specified in Table 2.
ASCII/ISO 646: Decimal output Hexadecimal output

: 58 3A
Table 3 - Data Separators.

For part number definition, please refer to BMS-0000356 - Part Number Definition.
Base No. Style Code Pedigree

1234567 -00 -A
Table 4 - Tesla Part Number Example.
Note that Tesla only accept alphanumeric characters and does not accept any special
characters.
Traceability Data Matrix + HRI Encoded Data String:

Grade
(P)1015486-01-C
A (S)TFR15011000246 P1015486-01-C:STFR15022000246
(P)1008790-00-B REV01
A
(S)ABC15022000246 P1008790-00-B:REV01:SABC15022000246
(PCBA only)
(P)1015486-01-C
B/C
(T)TFR15010000246 P1015486-01-C:TTFR15022000246
(Tesla)
(P)1015486-01-C
B/C
(1T)ABC15010000246 P1015486-01-C:1TABC15022000246
(Supplier)
Table 5 - Example barcodes considering traceability and complete data identifiers.
3.2 Barcode Requirements

All part labeling must include a 2D Bar code (QR Code or Data Matrix). The element size
for the 2D barcode should be 0.51mm (0.0075 in) or larger. The quiet zone must be a
minimum of 10 times the width of the narrowest element or 6.4mm (0.25 in), whichever
is greater. For PCBA, the maximum 2D barcode size shall be 0.23 in by 0.23 in. with minimal
quiet zone (for example, one element dimension).

Figure 1 - Quiet zone.
Error Correction:
Data Matrix: Error Correction Code (ECC) Level. ECC 200
QR Code: Error Correction (EC) Level. Error correction Level M (15% EC).
All barcodes must meet performance requirements according to the following standard
at the time of scanning at Tesla:
 ISO/IEC 15415:2011: Bar Code Symbol Print Quality Test Specification - Two-
Dimensional Symbols.
 ISO/IEC 16022:2006 Data Matrix Bar Code Symbology Specification.
 ISO/IEC 18004:2015 QR Code Bar Code Symbology Specification.
If 2D barcode is not available at time of launch, linear (1D) barcode according to ISO/IEC
15417:2007 Bar Code Symbology Specification - Code 128 can be used with Tesla
approval until capability is sufficient to support 2D barcodes. Data identifiers and HRI
(Human Readable Interpretation) are both required. Due to the separate 1D barcodes per
data field, data identifiers prevent scanning of the barcode.
Figure 2 - Code 128 example.

3.3 Label Format

Traceability Grade A part labeling shall consist of a barcode and an HRI of the barcode data.
Traceability grade B/C part label content is commodity specific and shall be as defined on the
released part drawing. HRI data must use Arial Narrow BOLD or Helvetica Condensed font
and be printed in uppercase with the exception of titles. Font size should be 6 pt. or larger,
with the exception of PCBA components, where 4 pt. font size is a minimum.
Company logos may be permitted for use as shown; however, the label format must be
submitted to Tesla for approval prior to introduction.
Below are acceptable label formats:
Part Number (P):

1047582-01-D
min. 10mm
Batch Number (1T):

ABC150110002460
Part Description:
LHD MAIN CARPET,PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
(P)1047582-01-D
min. 10mm
(1T)ABC150110002460
Figure 3 - Acceptable affixed label formats with optional company logo.
Small parts, such as PCB assemblies or parts built with processes that require special
consideration, may not support a full label due to size constraints or other reasons. Every
effort should be made to include both bar code and HRI on a single label; however, a label
can consist of only the barcode for scanning purposes with prior approval from Tesla. If
the PCBA to be labeled is too small to accept a label directly, the label shall instead be
placed on one of the break-away rails of the PCB array with Tesla approval. The label shall
be either placed on a tag attached to the PCBA or on the ESD protective packaging
containing the PCBA.

3.4 Label Position

For Grade A/B level traceability parts, all label locations must be specified on the Tesla
drawing as required in BMS-0000023 - Drawing Block and Notes Standard. If the labeling
location is not specified on the drawing, then a request for clarification and subsequent
drawing update is required. Labels shall not be visible to the customer after vehicle
installation.
For Grade A/B/C level traceability parts, serial or batch number information must be
placed on any packaging. BMS-0000003 Supplier-Generated Shipping Label Specification
standards will be followed.
The available area for a label will dictate size of the bar code, the label, and HRI font size,
but must adhere to the minimum sizes specified in this document. For PCBA, the label
size shall be 6.4 mm by 25.4 mm (0.25 in by 1.00 in) or 6.4 mm by 6.4 mm (0.25 in by 0.25
in). During the launch phase, Tesla and the supplier must reach an agreement on the 2D
element size to be used; to minimize the risk of scanning issues, the largest practical size
element dimension that fits within the available area is preferred.
Section 4 Printing
Printed labels shall be high contrast black print on a white label and must use a 2D Bar
code (QR Code or Data Matrix). Other label and print colors of high contrast to each other
may be considered, but must be approved by Tesla in writing.
Thermal transfer printers must use resin or resin/wax compound based ribbon. Use of
direct thermal transfer or wax based ribbons is not approved. Scratched or smeared
printing will not be accepted.
Section 5 Label Materials

Materials used must be compatible with the environmental conditions to which the
associated part will be subjected to during normal shipment, storage, and use. Labels
must remain readable and adhered to the part for the entire life of the part, not to be less
than five years after parts are placed in service. Unless otherwise approved by Tesla in
writing, labels shall be of the following materials:
 All material and adhesive substitutes must be UL/CSA and FMVSS302 approved.
 Material: 3M 7871 White Thermal transfer Polyester Label Material or equivalent.
 Face stock: 2.0 mil gloss radiant white polyester.
 Adhesive: 1.8 mil #350 permanent acrylic.

 Liner: 3.2 mil 55# densified Kraft.
 Printing Finish: Top coated for thermal transfer printing.
Labels on thermal system components such as HVAC unit, controls, condensers, radiator,
and plumbing, will proceed with UL compliant, but may be exempt from FMVSS302.
Section 6 Direct Part Marking

Direct part marking may be required or preferred if the part is too small or is exposed to
an environment unsuitable for adhesive labels. Other reasons may include cost or
manufacturing efficiency. Examples of direct part marking may include dot peening,
scribing, stamping, inkjet, or laser marking.
If direct part marking is identified on the part drawing, the marking must still follow the
specifications outlines in Section 3 of this document, material marking requirements
detailed in BMS-0000408 - Material Compliance Reporting, and must be approved by Tesla
in writing prior to introduction.

Section 7 Appendix
7.1 Abbreviations & Definitions
Batch Number A homogeneous group or batch of parts that were processed in a consistent
manner in a single production run over a limited time, with consistent raw
materials, equipment and processing. A lot may refer to a subset of the Batch.
A batch may be divided into numerous lots while a lot can be traced back to
only a single batch. For the purpose of this procedure both a Batch and a Lot
are a homogeneous group or batch of parts processed in a consistent manner.
Data Identifier A specified character, or string of characters, that defines the intended use of
(DI) the data element that follows. For the purposes of automatic data capture
technologies, Data Identifier means the alphanumeric identifiers, as defined in
ISO 15418, UCC/EAN Application Identifiers and FACT Data Identifiers and
Maintenance and ANSI MH10.8.2.
Direct Part A marking applied directly to a parts surface.
Marking
Element In a linear or multi-row bar code symbology, the nominal unit of measure in a
symbol character (X dimension). In a data matrix, a single cell of the matrix used
to encode one bit of the codeword.
Human A human readable interpretation should be surrounding the data matrix but
Readable not interfering with it. Message headers/trailers and data field separators
Interpretation should not be displayed in the HRI. The data identifiers should appear in
(HRI) parenthesis.
Quiet Zone A quiet zone is the area or border around a data matrix code that does not
contain any information. The quiet zone is separates the code from its
surroundings and a minimum width improves change of machine decodability.
Serial Number A number used to uniquely identify an individual part or subsystem to allow
one to trace back to processing information applicable for that individual part
or subsystem. Serial numbers may be used to trace back to functional test
records, dimensional measurements, production dates, operator names,
equipment used, heat treatment, raw material properties, etc.

Section 8 References
AIAG B-10:2004: Trading Partner Labels Implementation Guideline.
AIAG B-4:2003: Part Identification and Tracking Application Standards.
BMS-0000002 - Serial Number Format Instruction.
BMS-0000003 - Shipping Label Specification.
BMS-0000023 - Drawing Block and Notes Standard.
BMS-0000151 - Traceability Specifications.
BMS-0000356 - Part Number Definition.
BMS-0000408 - Material Compliance Reporting.
ISO/IEC 15415:2011: Bar Code Symbol Print Quality Test Specification - Two-Dimensional
Symbols.
ISO/IEC 15417:2007 Bar Code Symbology Specification.
ISO/IEC 16022:2006 Data Matrix Bar Code Symbology Specification.
ISO/IEC 18004:2015 QR Code Bar Code Symbology Specification.

Section 9 Revision History

Rev. No. Date Originator Section Description of Change
01 04/2011 Claudia Initial release
Summers
02 07/2011 Claudia Section 5 addition of exception for
Summers components not impacted by the FMVSS 302
scope of compliance addressing labels.
03 11/2011 Claudia Introduction 2D and data string.
Summers
04 04/2013 Laurie Paez Correction action provided for lot
designation when read error occurs only by
eliminating the designate “1” from the
identifiers.
05 11/10/14 Laurie Paez Removed incorrect Barcode Information
added example Label
06 07/21/2016 James Pang ALL Majority of sections re-written, corrected or
otherwise altered. Label format updated,
incorrect barcode specifications removed,
data identifiers corrected. Serial number
format only referenced in BMS-0000002
07 02/03/2017 Sourabh 3.1, Reflect the changes to the Serial Number
Biyani 3.2, formatting (BMS-0000002) in this document.
3.3
08 10/01/2017 Laszlo ALL Incorporated BMS-0000165 (PCBA) specific
Gunderud labelling requirements. Updated Grade B/C
traceability requirements to drawing defined.

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The supplier acknowledges that this document constitutes proprietary and confidential business information of Tesla Motors, Inc.

Part Labeling Specification

Publication Date: 10/13/2017 1 of 11

As a business partner, your feedback is extremely valued and we encourage you to

Section 2 Document Purpose & Structure

For shipping label specifications, please refer to:

BMS-0000003 - Shipping Label Specification.

For part serial number format, please refer to:

BMS-0000002 - Serial Number Format Instruction.

AIAG B-4:2003: Part Identification and Tracking Application Standards

Any deviation from this document must be approved by Tesla in writing.

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Section 3 Labeling Requirements

Item Data Description Traceability Length

In some cases, a barcode may be used on Traceability Grade B / C products. For

Item Data Description Traceability Length

ASCII/ISO 646: Decimal output Hexadecimal output

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Base No. Style Code Pedigree

Traceability Data Matrix + HRI Encoded Data String:

Table 5 - Example barcodes considering traceability and complete data identifiers.

3.2 Barcode Requirements

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Figure 1 - Quiet zone.

Figure 2 - Code 128 example.

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3.3 Label Format

Below are acceptable label formats:

Part Number (P):

Batch Number (1T):

Figure 3 - Acceptable affixed label formats with optional company logo.

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3.4 Label Position

Section 5 Label Materials

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Section 6 Direct Part Marking

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Section 9 Revision History

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