Designing Qualification Test Plans IAW INDUSTRY STANDARDS
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Industry standards and conventions absolutely dictate all aspects of interconnect design
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) performance standards such as those required for qualification of the popular military / aerospace connector MIL- DTL-38999 Series III, are exacting and authoritative. Everything from mating cycles, DWV at sea level and at altitude, shell-to-shell electrical resistance, performance under severe vibration and shock, material temperature tolerance and more must be adhered to for qualification to the standard. These standards are often used by Glenair as benchmarks in the design of our Signature Series connectors such as the Series 806 Mil-Aero micro miniature circular. 1 The Oil & Gas industry has its own set of compliance standards, such as those published by the American Petroleum Institute, or API. The Glenair SeaKing™ Power connector, for example, is designed for full compatibility to API 16D and 17E-compliant test port applications including open- face pressure ratings to 10K PSI, high-voltage and high-amperage power loads, and support for both overmold and PBOF cable assemblies. 2 The FAA is the qualifying legal authority for equipment intended for use on commercial aircraft. In addition, individual OEMs may impose additional performance requirements. The Glenair Swing-Arm™ articulating 3-in-1 backshell series is an example of a Glenair interconnect technology that satisfies both FAA as well as major aircraft OEM performance requirements. 3
ConnectorMan “In this business, it’s critical to keep every stakeholder happy—including and especially the compliance agencies that ensure product quality, safety, and performance.”
QwikConnect • April 2021
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