Military
Fiber Optic Testing
MET is one of the few laboratories on the east coast approved by Defense Center Supply Columbus to perform testing and qualification of fiber optic components for military applications.
MET Labs is the obvious choice for MIL-STD testing because of the following unique features:
- Close proximity to the main military and government organizations and contractors such as Navy, NASA, John Hopkins Applied Physics Lab, etc.
- Expert engineering staff
- Millions of dollars worth of state of the art fiber optic component
test and measurement equipment
- Large, environmentally controlled laboratory space
| Some of the standards which MET employs for DSCC fiber optic component testing include: |
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| MIL-PRF-24623 |
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Splice, Fiber Optic Cable |
| MIL-PRF-28876 |
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Connectors, Fiber Optic Cable |
| MIL-PRF-29504 |
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Termini, Fiber Optic Connector |
| MIL-C-83522 |
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Connectors, Fiber Optic Cable |
| MIL-PRF-83526 |
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Connectors, Fiber Optic Cable |
| MIL-PRF-85045 |
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Cables, Fiber Optics |
Testing can include:
- Optical measurement and characterization
- EMC
- Environmental and chemical
- Biological (Fungus)
- Mechanical
(vibration, shock, etc)
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| MET has been granted DSCC commercial laboratory suitability status for the following standards: |
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| MIL-PRF-28876 |
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General Specification for Connectors, Fiber Optic, Circular, Plug and Receptacle Style, Multiple Removable Termini |
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| MIL-PRF-29504 |
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General Specification for Termini, Fiber Optic Connector, Removable |
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| MIL-C-83522 |
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General Specification for Connectors, Fiber Optic, Single Terminus |
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| MIL-STD- 1344 |
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Test Methods for Electrical Connections |
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Interoperability, Shock, Electromagnetic Effects, Ozone Exposure, Circular Runout and Tensile Loading as per Method 2009 |
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| MIL-I-24728 |
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General Specification for Interconnection Box, Fiber Optic, Metric |
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Thermal Shock, Temperature Life, Temperature Humidity Cycling, Operating Temperature, Vibration, Water Pressure, Visual and Mechanical Inspection, Mass and Size, Identification Markings |
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| MIL-PRF-85045 |
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General Specification for Cables, Fiber Optics, (Metric) |
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Crosstalk, Temperature Cycling, Temperature Humidity Cycling, Storage Temperature, Thermal Shock, Weathering, Fungus Resistance |
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| MIL-DTL-83526 |
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General Specification for Connectors, Fiber Optic, Circular, Environmental Resistant, Hermaphroditic |
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Ambient Light Susceptibility |
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| MIL-PRF-49291 |
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General Specification for Fiber, Optical, (Metric) |
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Temperature Cycling, Temperature Humidity Cycling |
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| MIL-STD-202 |
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Test Method Standard, Electronic and Electrical Component Parts |
| Test Specifications |
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Temperature Life as per Method 108 |
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| EIA-455-21 |
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Mating Durability of Fiber Optic Interconnecting Devices |
| Testing Specifications |
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Mating Durability |
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| MIL-SD-810 |
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Test Method Standard, Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests |
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Testing Specifications Pressure Altitude as per Method 500 |
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| We are always looking for new programs and new sponsorships. Please inquire about other test opportunities and the many benefits that come with sponsoring MET Laboratories. |
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Aerospace
MET performs fiber optics component and cable testing in accordance with many SAE standards such as:
- AS5382 – Fiber Optics cable
- AS5675 – Cable assemblies
- MA 5405 – Splices
- AS 5590 – Connectors
Our engineering personnel will offer you many test schemes and solutions to fit your specific needs or customized products.
Please call for your specific needs.
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