Datasheet

108-36034

Rev A 4 of 6

3.7. Retention of Qualification

Test Group (a)

1 2

Test or Examination

Test Sequence (b)

Examination of Product 1, 8 1, 7

Termination Resistance, Specified Current 3, 6

Dielectric Withstanding Voltage 3, 7

Insulation Resistance 2, 6

Mating Force 2

Separating Force 4

Thermal Shock 4

Humidity-Temperature Cycling 5 5 (c)

Figure 3

4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

4.1. Qualification Testing

A. Sample Selection

Connector housings and contacts shall be prepared in accordance with applicable Instruction

Sheets. They shall be selected at random from current production. Test groups shall consist of 5

connectors of the type for which qualification is desired. The contacts shall be wired using wire

having insulation ratings compatible with connectors being tested and wire conductor of maximum

size for which the applicable contact is designed

4.2. Retention of Qualification

If, in a five-year period, no changes to the product or process occur, the product shall be subjected to

the two groups of the testing described in the test sequence, see Figure 3. Justification for exceeding

this time limit must be documented and approved by the division manager.

4.3. Requalification Testing

If changes significantly affecting form, fit, or function are made to the product or to the manufacturing

process, product assurance shall coordinate requalification testing, consisting of all or part of the

original testing sequence as determined by development/product, quality, and reliability

4.4. Acceptance

Acceptance is based on verification that the product meets the requirements of Figure 1. Failures

attributed to equipment, test setup, or operator deficiencies shall not disqualify the product. When

product failure occurs, corrective action shall be taken and samples resubmitted for qualification.

Testing to confirm corrective action is required before resubmittal.

NOTE

(a) See Para 4.1.A.

(b) Numbers indicate sequence in which tests are performed.