scope:

INTENT

The intent of this test is to evaluate the mechanical and optical compatibility of fiber optic cables and interconnecting devices when they are subject to axial compressive loading. [This test applies forces in the opposite direction to those applied using FOTP-6 (EIA-455-6A) "Cable Retention Test Procedure For Fiber Optic Cable Interconnecting Devices."]

Procedure I evaluates the ability of the device strain relief to keep the fiber optic cable from slipping with an axial compressive force applied.

Procedure II evaluates the ability of the interface to withstand cable buckling by allowing the cable to buckle when an axial compressive force is applied.

Potential failure modes for this test include:

Cable jacket damage.

Cable seal damage.

Cable clamp failure.

Fiber breakage or damage.

Excessive axial movement of the cable relative to the interconnecting device.

Degradation of the optical signal.