TIA-455-186:1991
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FOTP-186 Gauge Retention Force Measurement for Fiber Optic Components
| Published By | Publication Date | Number of Pages |
| TIA | 1991 | 12 |
INTRODUCTION
Intent
This procedure is used to measure the retention characteristics
of the resilient member of a fiber optic component (most commonly a
connector). It is specifically intended for use when it is
impracticable to define acceptance/rejection criteria for resilient
members by the use of size dimensions.
Description
The method is applicable to either male or female resilient
members. For the case of a male member, a ring gauge is forced over
the member and the minimum frictional force to pull it off is
assessed by its ability to pick up a weight. The procedure is
identical for a female resilient member except that a gauge pin is
substituted for the ring gauge.
Alternative Procedures
This test procedure is an alternative to the measurement
procedure, titled Gauge Retention Force, of IEC 874-1, Third
Edition.
