MIL-DTL-83538D
3.8.3 Decoupling. When tested as specified in 4.6.4.3, the decoupling force required to achieve full
physical separation of the combined launcher receptacle/buffer plug assembly from the store receptacle
shall not exceed 320 Newtons (72 pounds) when applied along the Z axis ±10º (see figure 3). During this
decoupling, the buffer plug shall remain attached to the launcher receptacle.
3.8.4 Self-alignment. When tested as specified in 4.6.4.4, the self-alignment provisions between the
launcher receptacle/buffer plug assembly and the store receptacle shall be such that these assemblies
will mate even if they are simultaneously initially misaligned by the following (see figure 3 for axis and
angle definitions):
X axis: ± 2.03 mm (.08 inch)
Y axis: ± 2.03 mm (.08 inch)
Angle a: ± 3°
Angle b: ± 3°
Angle c: ± 3°
The following cumulative misalignments shall be tested:
1.
X, Y, a
2.
X, Y, b
3.
a, b, c
3.8.5 Maximum holding force. When tested in accordance with 4.6.37, the launcher receptacle, buffer
plug, and store receptacle shall be capable of withstanding a holding force of 578 newtons (130 pounds)
maximum, without damage that will impair normal operation of the connectors.
3.9 Durability. When tested as specified in 4.6.5, the launcher receptacle and store receptacle shall
comply with the performance requirements herein after 500 mating and unmating cycles, at each mating
interface.
3.10 Altitude immersion. For qualifications only. When tested as specified in 4.6.6, the mated
connector pair shall have a minimum insulation resistance as specified in 3.11.1 and dielectric
withstanding voltage as specified in 3.12.
3.11 Insulation resistance.
3.11.1 Insulation resistance at ambient temperature. When tested as specified in 4.6.7.1, the
insulation resistance between any pair of contacts and between any contact and the shell shall be greater
than 5,000 megohms. Insulation resistance after altitude immersion shall be 1,000 megohms minimum.
Insulation resistance after humidity shall be 100 megohms minimum.
3.11.2 Insulation resistance at elevated temperature. When tested as specified in 4.6.7.2, the
insulation resistance between any pair of contacts and between any contact and the shell shall be greater
than 1,000 megohms.
3.12 Dielectric withstanding voltage. Applies at sea level/altitude. When tested as specified in 4.6.8.1
or 4.6.8.2, the maximum leakage current shall be 2 milliamperes, and there shall be no evidence of
electric breakdown or flashover.
3.13 Insert retention. When tested as specified in 4.6.9, unmated connectors shall retain their inserts
in their proper location in the shell and there shall be no evidence of cracking, breaking, separation from
the shell, or loosening of parts.
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