BS EN 61300-2-2:2008

What is BS EN 61300-2-2 - Mating durability tests about? 

BS EN 61300-2-2 is an International Standard that discusses the test and measurement procedures for fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components. 

BS EN 61300-2-2 evaluates the effects of several successive cycles of engagement and separation of fibre optic connectors or other interconnecting devices on optical performance and mechanical degradation of the component under normal usage conditions. 

The devices under test (DUT) are subjected to several successive cycles of engagement and separation. 

Who is BS EN 61300-2-2 - Mating durability tests for?  

BS EN 61300-2-2 on mating durability tests is useful for: 

• Manufacturers of fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components 
• Fibre optic technicians 
• Fibre optic installers 
• Testing authorities of mating durability test 
• Quality control personnel  

Why should you use BS EN 61300-2-2 - Mating durability tests? 

Mating durability is a concern for connector systems that require frequent mates and demates. 

BS EN 61300-2-2 evaluates the effects of several successive cycles of engagement and separation of fibre optic connectors or other interconnecting devices on optical performance and mechanical degradation of the component under normal usage conditions. BS EN 61300-2-2 provides you with a test method in which the device is tested under normal conditions of use. BS EN 61300-2-2 aids with the cycling process specified in the relevant specification. A cycle consists of one normal full engagement and separation of the coupling mechanism to be evaluated.  

The following details, as applicable, shall be specified in BS EN 61300-2-2: 

• Coupling mechanism to be cycled (if multiple mechanisms are involved) 
• Initial examinations and measurements during test and performance requirements 
• Value of change of attenuation and return loss allowed during the test 
• Measurement condition 
• Severity level 
• Final examinations and measurements and performance requirements 
• Deviations from the test procedure 
• Additional pass/fail criteria 

BS EN 61300-2-2 provides guidance on the test, examinations and measurement procedures for fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components so that users have access to high-quality connectivity.