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3.6.16 Fuel immersion. When tested in accordance with 4.7.17, electrical or mechanical performance
shall not be impaired.
3.6.17 Altitude humidity cycling. All connectors shall withstand the electrical integrity portion of the
altitude humidity cycling test as specified in 4.7.18.2.
3.6.18 Ozone exposure. After ozone exposure, as specified in 4.7.19, rubber parts shall show no
evidence of cracking or other damage that will affect performance adversely. A certified statement of the
materials manufacturer may be submitted in lieu of performing the test.
3.6.19 Corrosion resistance. After passing the corrosion test specified in 4.7.20, the base metal of
plated parts of the connectors shall not be exposed.
3.6.20 Sulphide immersion. The finish of mated connectors shall not become tarnished when tested in
accordance with 4.7.21.
3.6.21 Maintenance aging. When connectors are tested as specified in 4.7.22, they shall show no
evidence of severe mechanical damage and the coupling device shall remain functional.
3.6.22 Shield clamp resistance (except classes H and Y). The maximum resistance shall be as
specified (see 3.1) when tested in accordance with 4.7.23.
3.7 Marking. Connectors and associated fittings shall be permanently and legibly marked in
accordance with the general marking requirements of MIL-STD-130 the military PIN (see 1.2.1) and the
manufacturer's federal supply code (H4-1). The marking location is optional; when practicable, a location
should be picked that will least likely be covered in cable assembly or installation.
3.8 Workmanship. The connectors, including all parts and accessories, shall be constructed and
finished in a thoroughly workman like manner. Particular attention shall be paid to neatness and
thoroughness of soldering, freedom from burrs, and sharp edges, and freedom from loose, spattered, or
excess solder, metal chips and other foreign material.
3.9 Assembly instructions. Complete assembly instructions shall be furnished by the vendor with each
connector procured under this specification (see 6.4).
3.10 Recycled, recovered, or environmentally preferable materials. Recycled, recovered, or
environmentally preferable materials should be used to the maximum extent possible, provided that the
material meets or exceeds the operational and maintenance requirements, and promotes economically
advantageous life cycle costs.
4. VERIFICATION
4.1 Classification of inspection. The inspection requirements specified herein are classified as follows:
a. Qualification inspection (see 4.5).
b. Conformance inspection (see 4.6).
4.2 Test equipment and inspection facilities. Test and measuring equipment and inspection facilities of
sufficient accuracy, quality, and quantity to permit performance of the required inspection shall be
established and maintained by the contractor. The establishment and maintenance of a calibration system
to control the accuracy of the measuring and test equipment shall be required.
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