scope:

This specification covers a series of plastic and metal components and devices used for the tying and support of cable, cable assemblies and wire in electrical, electronic and communication equipment, and in interconnection systems.

Components for cable harness tying and support covered by this specification shall be of the following types and classes, as specified (see 6.2):

Type I - Strap, Tie Down, Adjustable, Plastic Type II - Strap, Tie Down, Identification, Adjustable, Plastic Type III - Clamp, Loop, Plastic, Wire Support Type IV - Plastic Mounting Hardware for Type I and Type II Straps Type V - Clamp, Loop, Cushioned, Metal, Wire Support Type VI - Strap, Tie Down, Adjustable, Metal Class 1 - Components which conform to all the requirements of this specification and the applicable MS standard, or specifi cation sheet.

Beneficial comments (recommendations, additions, deletions) and any pertinent data which may be of use in improving this document should be addressed to: Systems Engineering and Standardization Department (SESD) (Code 93), Naval Air Engineering Center, Lakehurst, NJ 08733, by using the self-addressed Standardization Document Improvement Proposal (DD Form 1426) appearing at the end of this document or by letter.

Class 2 - Components which conform to the material, marking and performance requirements of this specification, are replaceable by Class 1 components and, where applicable, installed with a tool recommended by the component manu- facturer. Class 2 components shall be within the envelope dimensions of the replacement Class 1 components.

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