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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MIL-STD-2042-lB(SH)

Damaged area

Optical Fiber Cable Component

(4 places) (typical)

Outer jacket

FIGURE lBl-l6. Damaged cable.

Step 3 - Abrade the jacket circumferentially to the dimension shown using emery cloth or a fine file (see figure lBl-l7).

Abrade jacket

B A (Damaged

area)

FIGURE lBl-l7. Cable preparation.

Step 4 - Clean the abraded area with alcohol and blow dry with air.

Step 5 - Fill any large depressions or voids with adhesive tape as required to restore the cable contour as follows:

WARNING: Application of too much heat will cause the adhesive to flow and may cause burns if it comes in contact with the skin.

Cut off short strips of adhesive tape and heat them slightly with the heat gun to soften them. Roll the tape with your fingers and press them into the damaged area. Repeat process until the damaged area is filled, then, holding the heat gun approximately l00 mm (4 in) away, apply just enough heat to the tape to form and contour to the cable (see figure lBl-l8).

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