page_title: Direct part marking
hierarchical_section_title: Direct part marking
caption_attribution_description: Datamatrix marcado por micropercusión. Foto cedida por el fabricante de máquinas marcadoras CYMAQ
context_page_description: Direct part marking is a process to permanently mark parts with product information including serial numbers, part numbers, date codes, and barcodes. This is done to allow the tracking of parts through the full life cycle.
  The interpretation of 'permanent' often depends on the context the part is used. In the aerospace industry an aircraft part may be in service for over 30 years. Within telecom and computer industries the life cycle may only last a few years.
  DPM is often used by automotive, aerospace, and electronic manufacturers to facilitate a reliable identification of their parts. This can assist in data logging for safety, warranty issues and satisfy regulatory requirements. Also the United States Department of Defense demands a physical mark on tangible assets in conjunction with the Item Unique Identification.
context_section_description: Direct part marking (DPM) is a process to permanently mark parts with product information including serial numbers, part numbers, date codes, and  barcodes. This is done to allow the tracking of parts through the full life cycle.
  The interpretation of 'permanent' often depends on the context the part is used. In the aerospace industry an aircraft part may be in service for over 30 years. Within telecom and computer industries the life cycle may only last a few years.
  DPM is often used by automotive, aerospace, and electronic manufacturers to facilitate a reliable identification of their parts. This can assist in data logging for safety, warranty issues and satisfy regulatory requirements. Also the United States Department of Defense demands a physical mark on tangible assets in conjunction with the Item Unique Identification.
caption: An example of a Data Matrix marked on the surface
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