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)

Cut off short strips of the adhesive tape. Roll the tape with your fingers and press it into the cable voids. Repeat the process until all of the BOF cable voids are filled (see figure lDl-2).

Multiple-Tube Cable

(7-Tube Cable Shown)

Balled Adhesive

Tape

Shrink

Sleeve

Single Tube

Cable

Blown Optical

Fiber Tube

Tube

Connector

FIGURE lDl-2. Tape contoured to the cable.

NOTE: Alternatively, MIL-I-3064 type HF plastic sealer may be used to fill/build up around the BOF tubes.

Step 2l -Apply one wrap of the sealant tape around the entire area, starting at the multiple-tube cable jacket and ending approximately 25 mm (l in) from the end of the single tube cable shrink sleeves (See figure lDl-

3).

Step 22 -WARNING: Application of too much heat will cause the adhesive to flow and may cause burns if it comes in contact with the skin.

Holding the heat gun approximately l00 mm (4 in) away, apply just enough heat to the tape to form and contour the tape to the tubes.