BS EN 2591 is a series on elements of electrical and optical connection. An optical fibre connector is a flexible device that connects fibre cables requiring a quick connection and disconnection.
BS EN 2591-6406 specifies a method of evaluating the operational mechanical endurance of optical connection elements with optical contacts. BS EN 2591-6406 shall be used together with EN 2591-100.
BS EN 2591-6406 on the method to test mechanical endurance of optical elements is useful for:
Aerospace is a term used to collectively refer to the atmosphere and outer space. Aerospace activity is very diverse, with a multitude of commercial, industrial, and military applications. Aerospace engineering consists of aeronautics and astronautics. Aerospace organizations research, design, manufacture, operate, or maintain aircraft and spacecraft. The use of fibre optic cables in the transmission of cable signals has grown massively over the years. To the supplier, these types of cables are ideal for transmitting signals as they have greater bandwidth and speed.
To the consumer, optical connectors prove to be cheaper and provide a better experience than copper wire. With the high level of data security required in military and aerospace applications, optical connectors offer the ideal solution for data transmission in these areas. Due to these reasons, it is important to ensure that the mechanical endurance of optical elements is checked as it helps to produce a reliable product. BS EN 2591-6406 provides guidelines to fulfil quality checks of optical products. Using BS EN 2591-6406 you can specify a method of evaluating the operational mechanical endurance of optical connection elements with optical contacts.
EN 2591-6406:2001