MIL-STD-2042-1 Fiber Optic Cable Topology Installation Standard Methods For Naval Ships Cables Part 1 Of 7 PartsThis standard provides detailed methods for fiber optic cable selection, handling, marking, and repair.

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away, apply just enough heat to the tape to form and contour to the cable (see figure lBl-l0).

Abraded area

Tape

FIGURE lBl-l0. Tape contoured to cable.

Step 6 - Cut the cable jacket repair sleeve to the proper length (see table lBl-IV.)

Step 7 - CAUTION: Do not overheat the cable. Prolonged exposure of the jacket to temperatures above l60oC (320oF) may damage the cable jacket. Discontinue heating of the sleeve and allow the cable jacket to cool before reheating if the cable jacket shows any signs of bubbling.

Center the repair sleeve over the damaged area. Hold the heat gun approximately l00 mm (4 in) away and heat the center by applying heat evenly around the sleeve until it shrinks over cable (see figure lBl- ll). Working towards one end, shrink the sleeve to the cable until sealant is flowing at end of the sleeve. Repeat the procedure on the other half of the sleeve (see figure lBl-l2).

Heat source

FIGURE lBl-ll. Shrinking the sleeve.

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