Qualification Test Report
501-134012
18MAR13 Rev A
VITA 66.1 Fiber-Optic Connector for Use with Multi-Mode MT
Ferrules
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Purpose
Testing was performed on the TE Connectivity VITA 66.1 Fiber-Optic Connector for Use with Multi-
Mode MT Ferrules to determine its conformance to the requirements of Product Specification 108-2467
Revision A.
1.2. Scope
This report covers the optical, mechanical, and environmental performance of the VITA 66.1 Fiber-
Optic Connector for Use with Multi-Mode MT Ferrules. Testing was performed at the Harrisburg Fiber
Optic Components Test Laboratory between 05Mar12 and 26Oct12. The test file number for this testing
is B125424-006. This documentation is on file at and available from the Harrisburg Fiber Optic
Components Test Laboratory.
1.3. Conclusion
The VITA 66.1 Fiber-Optic Connectors for Use with Multi-Mode MT Ferrules listed in paragraph 1.5.
conformed to the optical, mechanical, and environmental performance requirements of Product
Specification 108-2467 Revision A.
1.4. Product Description
The VITA 66.1 connector system provides a high-density, blind-mate optical interconnect in a
backplane/card configuration. The fiber-optic ribbon cable interconnect is fed through the backplane to
removable systems modules using standard-grade, Multi-Mode MT ferrules having up to 12 positions.
The connectors consist of housings accepting two MT ferrules. The MT ferrules/cable assemblies are
easily secured within the connector housings using the retainer plates provided with connector kits.
1.5. Test Specimens
Test specimens were representative of normal production lots. Specimens identified with the following
part numbers were used for test:
Part
Number
Description
Test
Group
1
Quantity
per Test
Group
2000973-1
Connector Kit, Receptacle, Backplane, Fiber Optic, MT, VITA 66.1 Style
5
2000974-1
Connector Kit, Plug, Module, Fiber Optic, MT, VITA 66.1 Style
5
1938482-3
Cable Assembly, Fiber Optic, MT-to-MT, 12-Fiber Ribbon, 50/125 µm
10
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1.6. Qualification Test Sequence
Test or Examination
Test Group (a)
1
Test Sequence (b)
Visual and mechanical inspection
1
Attenuation
2
Return loss
3
Thermal aging
4
Humidity, steady state
5
Temperature cycling
6
Vibration, sinusoidal
7
Vibration, random
8
Shock
9
Bench handling shock
10
Durability
11
End of service life
12, 14
Storage temperature endurance
13
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1.7. Environmental Conditions
Unless otherwise stated, the following environmental conditions prevailed during testing:
• Temperature: 15 to 35°C
• Relative Humidity: 20 to 80%
2. SUMMARY OF TESTING
2.1. Visual and Mechanical Inspection
A Certificate of Conformance (C of C) was issued by Product Assurance stating that all specimens in
this test package were produced, inspected, and accepted as conforming to product drawing
requirements, and were manufactured using the same core manufacturing processes and technologies
as production parts. The samples were visually examined and no damage or defects were found that
would prevent them from performing their intended function. Endface geometry of the cable
assemblies was measured and confirmed within TE specification limits for production-grade,
multimode, single-row MT ferrules.
2.2. Initial Attenuation of All Channels
All Initial Attenuation measurements met the requirements for maximum average attenuation of any
channel, sample average attenuation, and group average attenuation. Summary data for Initial
Attenuation performance at 850 nm and 1300 nm are presented in Table 2.2-1.
NOTE
(a) See paragraph 1.5.
(b) Numbers indicate sequence in which tests are performed.