Gil Seal Fiber

FOSC-350C Page 1 of 1
Technical Specification RUD 9003/A

PM: Maria Wu 06-2008
Prepared by: Peter Bos

R&D Manager Asia Pacific
Technical Specification for the Gel-Sealed
Approved by: Maria Wu Fiber-Optic Closure System (FOSC-350C)
Product Manager
The FOSC-350C closure system is a combination of a fiber management system and an in-line
cable closure designed to provide environmental and mechanical protection for joints of fiber
optic cables in underground and above-ground situations.
This document describes the performance requirements for the FOSC-350C closure system.
Functional testing conforms to the international test methods described in the IEC 61300 and
IEC 60068-2 series. The tests described and their severities have been selected to cover
outside plant applications (underground, buried and aerial).
Test methods are included when not described in the norms referenced.
Quality assurance procedures and a list of references complete the document.
The document is intended for use:
− by Tyco Electronics for internal qualification and re-qualification purposes
− by other organisations to:
− provide information on product performance
− act as a guide for test programmes
− analyse and compare product performance in, for example, tender situations
− by Tyco Electronics customers worldwide, except in countries where a customised
document has been prepared.
1 Product description 2
2 Requirements 3
2.1 General requirements 3
2.2 Functional tightness requirements 4
2.3 Functional optical requirements 7
3 Testing 9
3.1 General 9
3.2 Test procedures 10
4 Quality assurance provisions 22

4.1 Responsibility for quality 22
4.2 Qualification conformance 22
4.3 Manufacturing follow-up 22
5 References 23
1 Product description
The FOSC-350C is a cold applied in-line closure system housing up to 4 splicing trays (SE) or
8 splicing trays (SC) up to 96 single fusion splices or a loop of fiber tubes and 2 (SE) or 4 (SC)
splicing trays.
The closure body consists of two parts (bottom and top), sealed with Gel for both cable and
longitudinal seals. The closure can be installed, without the need of special tools.
All fiber cable elements are routed in such a way that no transmission degradation is seen after
accessing these cable elements. The minimum bend radius of the fibers after installation shall
be 30 mm throughout the whole closure system.
The closure accommodates 4 cable ports, two at each end that allow the installation of cables
with diameter 10 mm up to 20 mm or multi-out kit for max. 6 PCs up to 5mm drop cables.
Unused cable ports shall be closed with plugs.
The central or peripheral strength members of the cables are mechanically attached to the
inner hardware of the closure.
The closure is provided with integrated mounting features.
An electrical feed-through can be provided optionally in case an external grounding connection
is required.
A pressure access valve shall be available upon request for flash test purposes.
2 Requirements
2.1 General requirements
The products shall be capable of meeting the functional requirements as specified on the
following pages when installed in accordance with the applicable installation instructions, and
evaluated according to the methods of test described in this document.
Exposed metal parts shall be resistant to the corrosive influences they may encounter in
normal use.
The effect of fungus and UV on polymeric materials shall not adversely affect product
performance.
The effect of fungus shall be determined according to ISO 846 method A.
The effect of UV shall be assessed following ASTM G154 Cycle 2.
In both cases a suitable material property (e.g. tensile strength or impact strength) shall be
measured before and after exposure.
The products' components shall withstand storage at temperatures of -40 to 65°C and storage
humidity levels up to 93% RH.
The components of the FOSC-350C kit shall be free of defects that would adversely affect
product performance.
The splice closures shall be installable at temperatures between -5 and +45°C.
The closure system shall be installable without the use of specialised tools or equipment that is
not normally at the craftsperson’s disposal.
The splice closures shall allow the accommodation of the fibers with a minimum bend radius of
30 mm.
The kits shall contain all the necessary components for a complete installation.
All kit components that are likely to come into contact with personnel shall be non-toxic and
shall not be a potential environmental hazard.
Each kit shall have a label with the following information:
− Supplier's name
− Product designation
− Batch number
2.2 Functional tightness requirements1
Performance Intern.
Method and conditions Page Requirements
criteria Norm/ref
Performance criteria references
Appearance Examination with the IEC 61300-3-1 10 No defects which will

unaided naked eye adversely affect product
performance
Pressure loss Internal pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa IEC 61300-2-38 14 Difference in pressure
during test Temperature: at test temperature Method B before and after the test
Elapsed time: <12 hrs ≤ 2 kPa at the same
atmospheric conditions
Tightness Test temperature: RT IEC 61300-2-38 19 No continuous emission

Internal pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa Method A of bubbles
Test time: 15 minutes IEC 60068-2-17
Location: Just beneath surface Test Qc
Mechanical tests (tightness evaluation)
Axial tension Test temperatures: (-15 ± 2)°C and IEC 61300-2-4 10 Tightness
(+45 ± 2)°C Pressure loss during test
Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa sealed2 Displacement ≤ 3 mm
Load/cable: D/45 x 1000 N3
Test time: 1 hr each cable
Flexure Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa sealed2 IEC 61300-2-37 12 Tightness

Test temperatures: (-15 ± 2)°C and Pressure loss during test
(+45 ± 2)°C Appearance
Force: 30° bending or
max. 500 N force
Force application: 400 mm from closure end
No. of cycles: 5 per cable
Impact Test temperatures: (-15 ± 2)°C and IEC 61300-2-12 13 Pressure loss during test
(+45 ± 2)°C Method B Appearance
Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa sealed2 Tightness
Impact tool: Steel ball
Weight: 1 kg
Drop height: 2m
Locations: 1 at closure midpoint, top
Number of impacts: 1
1 All testing is at room temperature (RT): +23 ± 3°C, unless otherwise stated.
2 Sealed at test temperature.
3 D is the cable outside diameter in mm. If this value exceeds the cable strength, a suitably
lower force shall be used.
2.2 Functional tightness requirements (continued)4
Performance Intern.
criteria Norm/ref
Mechanical tests (tightness evaluation)
Static load Test temperatures: (-15 ± 2)°C and IEC 61300-2-10 17 Pressure loss during test
Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa sealed5 Tightness
Load/surface area 1000 N/25 cm²
Time: 10 min
Torsion Test temperatures: (-15 ± 2)°C and IEC 61300-2-5 19 Pressure loss during test
5
Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa sealed Tightness
Torque Max. 90° rotation or
max. 50 Nm
Torque application: 400 mm from end of
closure
Vibration Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa regulated IEC 61300-2-1 20 Tightness

Frequency: (10 ± 1) Hz sinusoidal IEC 60068-2-6 Appearance
Amplitude: 3 mm Test Fc
Cable clamping: 500 mm from closure end
Duration: 10 days
5 Sealed at test temperature.
2.2 Functional tightness requirements (continued)6
Performance Intern.
criteria Norm/ref
Environmental tests (tightness evaluation)
Re-entries Number: 3 IEC 61300-2-33 15 Tightness

Aging between each Appearance
re-entry: Minimum 1 cycle
- Temperature range: -40°C/+65°C
- Dwell time: 4 hrs
- Transition: 2 hrs
Test pressure: 40 kPa regulated
Resistance to Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa regulated IEC 61300-2-34 16 Tightness

aggressive media Media: pH 2, pH 12 Appearance
Kerosene (lamp oil) ISO1998/I 1.005
Petroleum jelly
Diesel fuel for cars EN 590
Test time: 5 days
Resistance to Test temperature: (+50 ± 2)°C IEC 61300-2-34 16 Tightness

stress cracking Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa regulated Appearance
Medium: 10% Igepal
Test time: 5 days
Salt fog Test temperature (+35 ± 2)°C IEC 61300-2-26 17 Tightness

Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa regulated IEC 60068-2-11 Appearance
Medium: 5% NaCl in water Test Ka
Test time: 5 days
Temperature Lowest temperature: (-40 ± 2)°C IEC 61300-2-22 18 Tightness

cycling Highest temperature: (+65 ± 2)°C IEC 60068-2-14 Appearance
Dwell/transition time: 4 hrs/2 hrs Test Nb
Internal pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa regulated
Number of cycles: 20
Waterhead Column height: 5 m water IEC 61300-2-23 21 No water ingress

Test pressure at RT: 0 kPa sealed Method 2
Duration: 7 days
2.3 Functional optical requirements
Performance Intern.
criteria Norm/ref
Performance criteria references (optical evaluation)
Appearance Examination of IEC 61300-3-1 10 No defects which would

product with the adversely affect product
unaided naked eye performance
Change in Source wavelength: 1310 nm, 1550 nm IEC 61300-3-3 11 δIL ≤ 0.2 dB per incoming
attenuation and 1625 nm7 fiber during the test at
1310 and 1550 nm
δIL ≤ 0.5 dB per
incoming fiber during the
test at 1625 nm
δIL ≤ 0.1 dB per
incoming fiber after the
test
Residual loss Source wavelength: 1550 nm IEC 61300-3-28 15 δIL ≤ 0.1 dB after the
test in active circuit (10
splices)
Notes
− All optical losses refer to the initial optical signal at the start of the test.
− An “incoming fiber” is defined as a part of an optical circuit containing the fiber entering the
product, spliced to a fiber leaving the product. One optical circuit contains 10 spliced
“incoming fibers”. Light will sequentially flow through all the “incoming fibers”.
− Fiber type used for all test samples:
Fiber characteristics
Fiber type: Non dispersion shifted (ITU-T G.652)
Proofstress test: ≥ 0.7 GPa
Mode field diameter at 1310 nm: 9.2 µm ± 0.4 µm
Mode field diameter at 1550 nm: 10.4 µm ± 0.8 µm
Cabled fiber cut off wavelength: ≤ 1260 nm
1550 nm loss performance: < 0.1 dB for 100 turns on 50 mm mandrel diameter
Fiber curl: > 4.0 meter radius
Cladding diameter: 125.0 µm ± 1.0 µm
Non coloured coating diameter: 245 µm ± 5 µm
7 Cable should be specified for 1625 nm transmission (temperature range, bending diameter).
If not the 1625 nm data will only be indicative.
2.3 Functional optical requirements (continued)8
Performance Intern.
criteria Norm/ref
Mechanical tests (optical evaluation)
Flexure Force: 30° bending or max. IEC 61300-2-37 13 Appearance

500 N force Residual loss
Force application: 400 mm from end of
closure
Installation Installation of cut, None 14 Residual loss

looped cable inside
closure (EN)
Reconfiguration Closure handling: unroll cable IEC 61300-2-33 15 Residual loss

addition of drop cable
splicing fibers
Shock Severity: 15 g (150 m/s²) IEC 61300-2-9 17 Appearance

Duration: 11 milliseconds IEC 60068-2-27 Residual loss
Wave form: half sine Test Ea
Number of shocks: 3 up & 3 down
Axes: 3 mutually
perpendicular
Torsion Torque: Max. 90° rotation or IEC 61300-2-5 20 Appearance

max 50 Nm Residual loss
Torque application: 400 mm from end of
closure
Vibration Sweep range: (5-500) Hz at IEC 61300-2-1 21 Appearance

1 octave/minute IEC 60068-2-6 Residual loss
- crossover frequency: 9 Hz Test Fc
- severity below 9 Hz: 3.5 mm
- severity above 9 Hz: 10 m/s² (∼ 1 g)
Axes: 3 mutually
perpendicular
Duration: 10 cycles/axis
Temperature Lowest temperature: (-40 ± 2)°C9 IEC 61300-2-22 18 Appearance

cycling Highest temperature: (+65 ± 2)°C9 IEC 60068-2-14 Change in attenuation
Dwell time: 4 hrs Test Nb
Transition time: 2 hrs
Number of cycles: 20
9 If this temperature falls outside the range specified for any of the cables being used, the test
temperature must be modified accordingly.
3 Testing
3.1 General
The construction and configuration of test samples shall be as described in the test plan
agreed between Tyco Electronics and the customer.
For internal qualification or requalification the number of samples being tested shall be
depending on the object and the purpose of the test programme.
For the optical tests minimum 1 circuit, containing minimum 10 fusion splices, shall be built in
one sample.
All installations shall be performed according to Tyco Electronics’ standard installation
instructions and at room temperature, unless otherwise stated.
If relevant for the test, samples shall be installed with cables. If it is required to use cables with
lower performance capabilities, the test parameters will need to be appropriately modified.
Tightness test samples shall be installed over unspliced optical cable. The cable ends shall be
capped. Test samples shall include both maximum and minimum cable diameters as specified
in the applicable installation instructions. It is not necessary to use all cable ports.
For test pressure access, a valve shall be installed in the closure body or on cable caps.
Unless specified otherwise, internal pressurization is achieved with an air supply held to
± 2 kPa of the specified value.
Testing is at room temperature10 unless otherwise specified. When tests are specified at
temperatures other than ambient, the samples shall be preconditioned for a period of at least
4 hours at those temperatures.
Pressure measurements before and after the test shall be carried out with the same pressure
measurement equipment and at the same atmospheric conditions (temperature and pressure).
When a difference is observed in atmospheric conditions, the pressure shall be calculated with
the law p.V/T=cte.
10 Standard laboratory conditions of (+23 ± 3)ºC

3.2 Test procedures
3.2.1 Appearance
This test is included to ensure that no obvious defects are present that would affect product
performance.
Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-3-1.

The closure system and components shall be inspected for flaws, defects, pinholes, cracks or
inclusions visible to the naked eye.
3.2.2 Axial tension
This test is designed to simulate cable/closure manipulation. It specifically addresses seal

performance.

Testing shall be done at -15°C and +45°C.
Samples shall be conditioned at -15°C or +45°C whilst pressurized internally at 40 kPa
regulated.
After conditioning, the pressure supply shall be disconnected in such a way that an internal
pressure of 40 kPa remains inside the closure.
The internal pressure shall be measured and recorded (see page 14).
The closure shall be clamped, and a force shall be applied to each of the extending cables
individually for a period of one hour.
The force per cable shall be calculated according to the equation:
D (cable outside diameter in mm)/45mm x 1000 N (maximum 1000 N).
After completion of the test, internal pressure loss shall be checked (page 14) and samples
shall be conditioned at room temperature.
After visual inspection, the samples shall be subjected to the tightness test as described on
page 19.
After the test the permanent displacement of the cable elements in the cable attachment shall
be smaller than 3 mm.
3.2.3 Change in attenuation
This is the criterion test for optical measurements during and after the test. The value quoted
assumes the use of a stable qualified splice/protector, well installed.

This is defined as a measured attenuation that is exhibited by stable transmission
measurements taken before, during and after a test.
The optical power shall be monitored using an optical source and a detector operating at
1310 nm, 1550 nm and 1625 nm.
The preferred test set-up is shown below:

Temperature
Transducer
Climatic Test Chamber
Switch 1 Switch 2 and 3

Detector
Test
Source sample
OTDR
Reference
IEEE 488 Interface bus
Controller
Source: 1310 nm ± 20 nm, 1550 nm ± 20 nm and 1625 ± 25 nm.

Switch: Repeatability better than 0.04 dB.
The in- and outgoing fibers of each circuit are spliced onto the connection fibers of the
equipment. Splices shall be made using good-quality fusion splices.
During and after the test the optical power in each circuit shall be measured with the light
source and detector at all specified wavelengths.
A change of more than 0.2 dB at 1310 nm and 1550 nm per incoming fiber during the test from
the initial value constitutes a failure.
A change of more than 0.5 dB at 1625 nm per incoming fiber during the test from the initial
value constitutes a failure.
A change of more than 0.1 dB at 1310 mm, 1550 nm and 1625 nm per incoming fiber after the
test from the initial value constitutes a failure.
Note: The above-mentioned loss criteria are per incoming fiber. Since one circuit can contain
several incoming fibers, it is possible that the total circuit generates higher losses. In this case
the loss contribution per incoming fiber needs to be checked. This can be done by OTDR or by
reducing the number of incoming fibers per circuit.
3.2.4 Flexure (tightness evaluation)
This test simulates cable/closure manipulation and focuses on cable seal performance.

regulated.
The closure system shall be clamped on a smooth, flat, horizontal surface.
Each cable shall be clamped in turn at 400 mm from the end of the closure.
Cables shall be bent individually to an angle of 30° (or a maximum force application of 500 N)
each side of neutral in the same plane.
Each bending operation shall be held for 5 minutes.
A cable shall then be returned to its original position and the procedure repeated in the
opposite direction.
The procedure shall be repeated with each cable protruding from the closure system.
After 5 cycles on each cable, internal pressure loss shall be checked (page 14) and samples
After conditioning, specimens shall be examined with the unaided eye for damage that would
impair product functionality (Appearance, page 10).
page 19.
3.2.5 Flexure (optical evaluation)
This test simulates cable/closure manipulation and focuses on optical system performance.
Movement of the cable can cause fiber movement in the cable to organizer transition inside the
closure.

The optical test sample shall be built as described on page 14.
Drop cable
Track Joint External Node

In
Drop cable Looped Cable
Fibers
Out
The active circuit of the test sample shall be connected to the optical test equipment as
described on page 15.
The closure system shall be clamped on a smooth, flat, horizontal surface.
Each cable shall be clamped in turn at 400 mm from the end of the closure.
Cables shall be bent individually to an angle of 30° (or a maximum force application of 500 N)
each side of neutral in the same plane.
Each bending operation shall be held for 5 minutes.
A cable shall then be returned to its original position and the procedure repeated in the
opposite direction.
The procedure shall be repeated with each cable protruding from the closure system.
Residual loss shall be checked as described on page 15.
After completion of the test specimens shall be examined with the unaided eye for damage that
would impair product functionality (Appearance, page 10).
3.2.6 Impact
This test is included to cover the effect of falling objects (by accident), e.g. tools, etc. on the
closure.
Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-2-12, Method B.

regulated.
A sample shall be placed on a smooth, flat, horizontal surface with its longitudinal axis parallel
to it.
A steel ball weighing 1 kg shall be suspended at a height of 2 meter above the centre of the
test specimen then allowed to fall under the influence of gravity.
After the test, internal pressure loss shall be checked (page 14) and samples shall be
conditioned at room temperature.
page 19.
3.2.7 Installation of closure (optical evaluation)
Checks the influence on the optical performance of a fiber optic channel when cut is made and
installed in an EN.
An optical sample is prepared as follows:
Track Joint
In
Fibers
Out
The extremities 2X 25 meter looped cable (minimum 24 fibers) are brought into the closure.
The fibers from one cable end are spliced to the fibers at the other cable end in such a way
that light will sequentially flow through 9 selected fibers. Splices shall be made by using good-
quality fusion splices. The fibers of a Drop Cable are spliced to the above-mentioned circuit to
make an external connection to a light source and an optical power meter. The active circuit
contains 10 fusion splices in the closure.
The remaining dark fibers are stored inside the tray.
The optical circuit of the test sample is connected to the test equipment as described on page
14 and the optical power is recorded. The equipment will not be disconnected during the
following installation test.
In the middle of the cable loop a cut will be made. The looped fibers are brought into the
External Node (EN) closure and spliced again.
Drop cable
In Track Joint External Node

Fibers
Out
In the EN closure the non-active fibers of the drop cable are routed randomly in between these
active fibers (will be used during reconfiguration test).
After the installation of the EN node, the optical power from the circuit is measured again and
compared with the initial values. The change in optical signal shall meet the requirements as
3.2.8 Pressure loss during test
This is the criterion test for the tightness of a product during the test. The value quoted
assumes the difference between 2 pressure measurements made within 12 hours.
Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-2-38, Method B with pressure losses
being calculated from measurements taken before and after a test with:
− the feeder line removed,
− using the same pressure measurement equipment, and
− at equal atmospheric conditions (temperature and pressure).
The pressure test equipment shall have a resolution of 0.1 kPa.
The maximum time between the 2 measurements shall be 12 hrs (to minimize the changes in
atmospheric conditions).
A pressure loss of more than 2 kPa will constitute a failure.
3.2.9 Reconfiguration
This is the criterion test to check the influence on the optical signal transmission of active
circuits after doing typical handling operations that could be performed by the crafts personnel
on the product.
Testing shall be in accordance with IEC 61300-2-33.

The optical test samples shall be built as described on page 14.
The active circuit will be connected to optical test equipment as described on page 15.
Test procedure
The cables are coiled up with the minimum allowed bending diameter of the cable.
The following sequence is carried out on the External Node (EN) closure:
− Unroll the cable loop.
− Rotate the closure in such a way that a torsion of -90° and +90° is created in the cables.
− Move the closure in such a way that the cables are bent over -30° and +30° at the cable
ports of the closure.
− Mount the closure on an installation table and open the closure.
− Select a non-active fiber of the looped cable and splice it to the fibers of the drop cable.
Store the fibers in the tray.
− Close the closure.
− Coil up the cable respecting the minimum allowed bending diameter of the cable.
The optical signal shall be measured after the test. The residual loss requirement (see
page 15) shall be met.
3.2.10 Re-entry
This is the criterion test to check the tightness performance of a closure that will be re-entered
several times during its lifetime.

Samples shall be subjected to a tightness test as described on page 19.
The test samples shall be pressurised with 40 kPa regulated. Samples shall be supported in
racks during testing in such a way that they are thermally isolated. There shall be free
circulation of air both between specimens and between the specimens and the chamber
surfaces.
They shall be subjected to minimum 1 cycle defined as follows:
Time Temperature or range

4 hrs +20°C
1 hr +20°C to +65°C
4 hrs +60°C
2 hrs +60°C to -40°C
4 hrs -40°C
1 hr -40°C to +20°C
4 hrs +20°C
After this cycle, samples shall again be subjected to a tightness test as described on page 19.
The closures are opened and the closure will be closed again. In total 3 re-entries will be
carried out on each test sample.
After testing, samples shall be examined with the naked eye for signs of defects and subjected
to the tightness test described on page 19.
3.2.11 Residual loss
This is the criterion test to check the influence on the optical signal transmission of active
circuits after doing typical handling operations that could be performed by the crafts personnel
on the product.

Residual loss shall be measured using an optical source and a detector operating at
1550 nm ± 20 nm . The test set-up is shown below:
Power Meter
Source Detector
IEEE 488
DUT Controller
Average optical signal

Splices shall be made using good-quality fusion splices.
2 pigtails shall be spliced to the fibers of the optical circuit to make external connections to a
light source and an optical power meter.
After the test the residual loss at 1550 nm in the fiber circuit shall be measured. A change of
more than 0.1 dB from the initial value constitutes a failure.
3.2.12 Resistance to aggressive media
This test checks the effect of accidental short-term exposure of external parts to various
chemicals. The test also simulates possible soil-contamination.
Testing shall be according to IEC 61300-2-34.

Samples shall be pressurized internally at 40 kPa regulated.
They shall then be submerged for 5 days in one of the chemicals listed below:
− pH 2 solution of hydrochloric acid
− pH 12 solution of sodium hydroxide
− Kerosene (lamp oil), ISO 1998/I 1.005
− Diesel fuel for cars, EN 590.
Resistance to petroleum jelly shall be tested by smearing samples with petroleum jelly which
has been heated just enough (approximately 70°C) to allow it to be evenly smeared.
After testing, undried samples shall be examined with the naked eye for signs of corrosion
(Appearance, page 10) and subjected to the tightness test described on page 19.
3.2.13 Resistance to stress cracking
This test checks the possibility of stress cracking in a detergent solution.
Testing shall be according to IEC 61300-2-34.

Test closure systems shall be submerged for 5 days in a 10% solution of Igepal maintained at
50°C.
After testing, undried samples shall be examined with the naked eye for cracks (Appearance,
page 10) and subjected to the tightness test described on page 19.
3.2.14 Salt fog
This checks the corrosion resistance of the selected metallic materials on the outside of the
closure. It will also show whether the closure can be re-entered after exposure to a corrosive
medium.
Testing shall be according to IEC 60068-2-11 Test Ka.

Test closure systems shall be placed in the salt fog chamber for 5 days.
A 5% NaCl in water solution will be vaporised onto the sample at a temperature of +35°C.
After that test the closure shall be opened and the metal parts shall be examined with the
naked eye for signs of corrosion (Appearance, page 10) and subjected to the tightness test
3.2.15 Shock
This checks the optical effect of sudden, sharp movements on fiber and splice storage.
Testing shall be according to IEC 61300-2-9 and IEC 60068-2-27 Test Ea.
The active circuit shall be connected to optical test equipment as described on page 15..
The cables extending from the test specimens shall be clamped so that they remain parallel to
each other during testing.
Samples shall be strapped onto a vibration bank and subjected to 3 shocks in each direction
(up and down) for 3 mutually perpendicular axes.
Shocks shall have a half-sine waveform and an acceleration of 150 m/s² and a duration of
11 ms.
Residual loss shall be checked as described on page 15.
would impair product functionality (Appearance, page 10).
3.2.16 Static load
This test simulates the effect of a person accidentally standing on the closure.

Samples shall be conditioned at -15°C or +45°C while pressurized internally at 40 kPa
regulated.
A static load of 1000N shall be placed at the centre of the closure using a circular compression
die of 25 cm² surface area for a period of 10 minutes.
After the test, internal pressure loss shall be checked (page 14) and samples shall be
conditioned at room temperature.
page 19.
3.2.17 Temperature cycling (tightness evaluation)
This is an accelerated ageing test designed to highlight possible material incompatibility. It is

also a lifetime simulation of seal integrity. The temperature range selected covers both indoor
and outdoor closure applications but may be modified to accommodate cable specifications as
necessary.
Testing shall be according to IEC 61300-2-22 (and IEC 60068-2-14, Test Nb).
For mechanical evaluation (using tightness as the criterion test) installed closure systems shall
be pressurized internally at 40 kPa regulated.
Samples shall be supported in racks during testing in such a way that they are thermally
isolated.
There shall be free circulation of air both between specimens and between the specimens and
the chamber surfaces.
They shall be subjected to 20 cycles defined as follows:

2 hr -40°C to +65°C
4 hr +65°C
2 hr +65°C to -40°C
4 hr -40°C
After testing, specimens shall be examined with the naked eye (Appearance, page 10), and
then subjected to the tightness test described on page 19.
3.2.18 Temperature cycling (optical evaluation)
This is a lifetime simulation of optical performance. The temperature range selected covers
both indoor and outdoor closure applications but may need to be modified (to less severe
extremes) to accommodate cable specifications as necessary.

Temperature cycling test shall be according to IEC 61300-2-22.
Samples for optical evaluation are closed but not pressurized.
Samples shall be supported in racks during testing in such a way that they are thermally
isolated, and there shall be free circulation of air both between specimens and between the
specimens and the chamber surfaces.
They shall be subjected to 20 cycles defined as follows:

2 hr -40°C to +65°C
4 hr +65°C
2 hr +65°C to -40°C
4 hr -40°C
The change in attenuation during and after the test is checked for each circuit as described on
page 11.
After completion of the test, specimens shall be examined with the unaided eye for damage
that would impair product functionality.
3.2.19 Tightness
This is the criterion test to check the integrity of the seals both after installation and after
mechanical or environmental testing.
Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-2-38, Method A (and IEC 60068-2-17
Test Qc).
The tightness of installed closures shall be checked by pressurizing to 40 kPa for a period of
15 minutes while immersed just below the surface of a water bath at room temperature.
A sample shall be considered tight if there is no continuous stream of air bubbles escaping
from it.
3.2.20 Torsion (tightness evaluation)
This test simulates cable/closure manipulation and focuses on the performance of the seals of
the product.

Samples shall be conditioned at -15°C or +45°C while pressurized internally at 40 kPa
regulated.
After conditioning, the pressure supply will be disconnected in such a way that an internal
Each extending cable shall in turn be clamped rigidly at a distance of 400 mm from the closure
base.
The closure system shall be axially rotated, with the degree of turn restricted to whichever of
the following limits is reached first:
− a torque of 50 Nm
− a rotation angle of 90 degrees
It shall be retained in that position for a period of 5 minutes, then be returned to its original
position and the procedure repeated in the opposite direction.
After 5 cycles on each cable, internal pressure loss shall be checked (page 14) and samples
page 19.
3.2.21 Torsion (optical evaluation)
This test simulates cable/closure manipulation and focuses on optical system performance.
Torsion of the cable can cause fiber movement in the cable to organizer transition inside the
closure.

The active circuit will be connected to the optical test equipment as described on page 15.
The closure systems shall be clamped on a smooth, flat, horizontal surface.
Each extending cable shall in turn be clamped rigidly at a distance of 400 mm from the closure
end.
The closure system shall be axially rotated, with the degree of turn restricted to whichever of
the following limits is reached first:
− a torque of 50 Nm
− a rotation angle of 90 degrees
It shall be retained in that position for a period of 5 minutes, then be returned to its original
position and the procedure shall be repeated in the opposite direction.
This will be repeated for each cable, in total 5 cycles per cable.
The residual loss shall be checked as described on page 15.
would impair product functionality (page 10).
3.2.22 Vibration (tightness evaluation)
This test simulates cable movement in the ports and tests the performance of the seals. The
conditions relate to vibration caused by passing traffic.
Testing shall be in accordance with IEC 61300-2-1 (and IEC 60068-2-6, Test Fc).
The closure shall be mounted horizontally on a vibration bank, the cables shall be clamped at a
distance of 500 mm from the closure end.
The closure shall be subjected to a vibration test with the following parameters:
Parameter Value
Frequency: (10 ± 1) Hz
Cycle: Sinusoidal
Amplitude: 3 mm
Duration: 10 days
After testing, specimens shall be examined with the naked eye (appearance page 10) and then
subjected to the tightness test described on page 19.
3.2.23 Vibration (optical evaluation)
This vibration test highlights possible problems caused by resonance effects. The effect on
fiber and splice storage is checked. The conditions relate to vibration caused by passing traffic.
Testing shall be in accordance with IEC 61300-2-1.

The closure shall be mounted on a vibration bank and shall be subjected to a sweep range of
5-500 Hz at 1 octave/minute with the following parameters:
Parameter Value
Crossover frequency: 9 Hz
Amplitude below 9 Hz: 3.5 mm
Acceleration above 9 Hz: 10 m/s² (~ 1 g)
The test shall be repeated for each of 3 mutually perpendicular axes, 10 cycles per axis.
Residual loss shall be checked after the test as described on page 15.
would impair product functionality (page 10).
3.2.24 Waterhead
This test is included to ensure that no obvious defects are present that would affect product
performance when the product is immersed in water.
Testing shall be according to IEC 61300-2-23, Method 2.

The sample shall be sealed without any overpressure at room temperature.
The sample is then placed in a sealed water tank.
The water pressure inside the tank is brought to an equivalent of a 5-meter water column.
After 7 days of immersion the sample is checked for any water ingress.
4 Quality assurance provisions
Quality provisions are based upon the philosophy of TQM (Total Quality Management) with a
system approved to EN ISO 9001 by Lloyds Register Quality Assurance.
4.1 Responsibility for quality
Unless otherwise stated in the customer order, it shall be Tyco Electronics' responsibility to
assure qualification and lot conformance to this specification. Tyco Electronics may utilize its
own or other testing and inspection facilities acceptable to the customer.
4.2 Qualification conformance
For the purposes of internal qualification, the program shall consist of examinations and tests
to determine conformance with the requirements of this specification.
It shall be performed once, on introduction of the product.
Subsequent design changes shall be partially or fully re-qualified depending upon their area of
impact in the context of product functionality.
Regular requalification testing shall be performed as defined by the Quality Department.
4.3 Manufacturing follow-up
Tyco Electronics products target Six Sigma levels of performance by the integration of capable
processes from the development throughout the entire supply chain. The goal is to reduce
variability to achieve zero defects for products and services. Systems used are based on
preventive and statistical techniques during development and manufacturing.
This also includes suppliers of materials, components or systems. Dedicated procedures for
supplier selection, development and follow-up are implemented to ensure conformance to TQM
and specification requirements.
Best demonstrated practices are identified and implemented throughout the company, with
a continuing challenge to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
5 References
Reference * Title
ASTM G154 cycle 2 Standard Practice for Operating Light- and Water-exposure
Apparatus (Fluorescent UV-condensation Type) for Exposure of
Non-metallic Materials.
EN 590 Automotive Fuels - Diesel - Requirements and Methods of Test.
IEC 60068- Basic Environmental Testing Procedures:
2-6 Test Fc: Vibration (Sinusoidal).
2-11 Test Ka: Salt Fog.
2-14 Test Nb: Change of Temperature with specified Rate of Change.
2-17 Test Qc: Sealing Tests - Gas Leakage (Bubble Test).
2-27 Test Ea: Shock Test.
IEC 61300- Fiber Optic interconnecting devices and passive components.
Part 2: Basic test and measurement procedures:
2-1 Vibration (Sinusoidal).
2-4 Fiber/Cable Retention.
2-5 Torsion/Twist.
2-9 Shock.
2-10 Crush Resistance.
2-12 (1995) Impact.
2-22 Change of Temperature.
2-23 Sealing for Non-pressurized Closures of Fiber Optic Devices.
2-26 Salt Mist.
2-33 Assembly and Disassembly of Closures.
2-34 Resistance to Solvents and Contaminating Fluids.
2-37 Cable Bending for Closures.
2-38 Sealing for Pressurized Closures of Fiber Optic Devices.
Part 3: Examination and measurements
3-1 Visual Examination
3-3 Monitoring Change In Attenuation And In Return Loss (Multiple
Paths).
3-28 Transient Loss.
ISO 1998/I Petroleum Industry - Vocabulary - Part 1.
ISO 846 Method A Resistance of Synthetic Polymeric Materials to Fungi and Bacteria.
ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems - Requirements.
ITU-T G.652 Characteristics of Single-Mode Fibre Optic Cable.
TEL 2006/1 Purchasing.
The documents lists here shall form a part of this specification.

The version in effect at the date of issue of this specification shall apply, unless otherwise
indicated.
Other equivalent national standards may be used as substitutes for international ones.
* Copies of the documents referred to may be obtained from
ASTM www.astm.org
European Committee for Standardisation www.cenorm.be
International Electrotechnical Commission www.iec.ch
International Standards Organisation www.iso.ch
International Telecommunications Union www.itu.int
TEL XXXX tcomosp@tycoelectronics.com
Tyco Electronics Raychem Shanghai Tyco Electronics, TE logo and FIST are trademarks.
The information given herein, including drawings, illustrations and schematics which are intended for illustration purposes only,
287 QinJiang road is believed to be reliable. However, Tyco Electronics makes no warranties as to its accuracy or completeness and disclaims any
CaoHeJing Hi-Tech Development Park liability in connection with its use. Tyco Electronics’ obligations shall only be as set forth in Tyco Electronics’ Standard Terms
Shanghai, 200233, China and Conditions of Sale for this product and in no case will Tyco Electronics be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential
damages arising out of the sale, resale, use or misuse of the product. Users of Tyco Electronics products should make their
www.tycoelectronics.com own evaluation to determine the suitability of each such product for the specific application.
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Technical Specification RUD 9003/A

Prepared by: Peter Bos

2.2 Functional tightness requirements 4

2.3 Functional optical requirements 7

3.2 Test procedures 10

4 Quality assurance provisions 22

4.2 Qualification conformance 22

4.3 Manufacturing follow-up 22

2.1 General requirements

2.2 Functional tightness requirements1

Performance criteria references

Appearance Examination with the IEC 61300-3-1 10 No defects which will

Tightness Test temperature: RT IEC 61300-2-38 19 No continuous emission

Mechanical tests (tightness evaluation)

Flexure Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa sealed2 IEC 61300-2-37 12 Tightness

2.2 Functional tightness requirements (continued)4

Mechanical tests (tightness evaluation)

Vibration Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa regulated IEC 61300-2-1 20 Tightness

2.2 Functional tightness requirements (continued)6

Environmental tests (tightness evaluation)

Re-entries Number: 3 IEC 61300-2-33 15 Tightness

Resistance to Test pressure: (40 ± 2) kPa regulated IEC 61300-2-34 16 Tightness

Resistance to Test temperature: (+50 ± 2)°C IEC 61300-2-34 16 Tightness

Salt fog Test temperature (+35 ± 2)°C IEC 61300-2-26 17 Tightness

Temperature Lowest temperature: (-40 ± 2)°C IEC 61300-2-22 18 Tightness

Waterhead Column height: 5 m water IEC 61300-2-23 21 No water ingress

2.3 Functional optical requirements

Performance criteria references (optical evaluation)

Appearance Examination of IEC 61300-3-1 10 No defects which would

2.3 Functional optical requirements (continued)8

Mechanical tests (optical evaluation)

Flexure Force: 30° bending or max. IEC 61300-2-37 13 Appearance

Installation Installation of cut, None 14 Residual loss

Reconfiguration Closure handling: unroll cable IEC 61300-2-33 15 Residual loss

Shock Severity: 15 g (150 m/s²) IEC 61300-2-9 17 Appearance

Torsion Torque: Max. 90° rotation or IEC 61300-2-5 20 Appearance

Vibration Sweep range: (5-500) Hz at IEC 61300-2-1 21 Appearance

Temperature Lowest temperature: (-40 ± 2)°C9 IEC 61300-2-22 18 Appearance

10 Standard laboratory conditions of (+23 ± 3)ºC

3.2 Test procedures

Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-3-1.

3.2.2 Axial tension

This test is designed to simulate cable/closure manipulation. It specifically addresses seal

Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-2-4.

3.2.3 Change in attenuation

Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-3-3.

The preferred test set-up is shown below:

Climatic Test Chamber

Switch 1 Switch 2 and 3

IEEE 488 Interface bus

Source: 1310 nm ± 20 nm, 1550 nm ± 20 nm and 1625 ± 25 nm.

3.2.4 Flexure (tightness evaluation)

Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-2-37.

3.2.5 Flexure (optical evaluation)

Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-2-37.

Track Joint External Node

Testing shall be performed in accordance with IEC 61300-2-12, Method B.

3.2.7 Installation of closure (optical evaluation)

An optical sample is prepared as follows:

In Track Joint External Node

Drop cable Looped Cable

3.2.8 Pressure loss during test