SIST EN 61300-3-1:2006
(Main)Fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components - Basic test and measurement procedures -- Part 3-1: Examinations and measurements - Visual examination
Fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components - Basic test and measurement procedures -- Part 3-1: Examinations and measurements - Visual examination
This part of EN 61300 provides criteria for the visual and mechanical examination of fibre optic piece parts, connectors and passive components. The examination method may be used at any stage of the qualification or quality conformance inspection process, as a stand-alone test, or as required by the relevant specification. Visual examination of the polished end-face is defined in IEC/PAS 61300-3-35 and does not form part of this document.
Lichtwellenleiter - Verbindungselemente und passive Bauteile - Grundlegende Prüf- und Messverfahren -- Teil 3-1: Untersuchungen und Messungen - Sichtprüfung
Dispositifs d'interconnexion et composants passifs à fibres optiques - Méthodes fondamentales d'essais et de mesures -- Partie 3-1: Examens et mesures - Examen visuel
La présente partie de la EN 61300 fournit les critères pour l'examen visuel et mécanique des pièces élémentaires, des connecteurs et des composants passifs à fibre optique. La méthode d'examen peut être utilisée à tout stade du processus de qualification ou de contrôle de la qualité, en tant qu'essai isolé ou en réponse aux exigences de la spécification applicable. L'examen visuel de la face terminale polie est défini dans la CEI/PAS 61300-3-35 et ne fait pas partie du présent document.
Naprave za medsebojno povezovanje optičnih kablov in pasivne komponente – Osnovni preskusni in merilni postopki – 3-1. del: Pregledi in meritve – Vizualni pregled (IEC 61300-3-1:2005)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 28-Feb-2006
- Technical Committee
- iTEL - Communication cables
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Mar-2006
- Due Date
- 01-Mar-2006
- Completion Date
- 01-Mar-2006
Relations
- Effective Date
- 07-Jun-2022
- Effective Date
- 13-May-2010
Overview
SIST EN 61300-3-1:2006 is a European standard specifying basic test and measurement procedures for fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components, focusing specifically on visual examination techniques. Developed by the CLC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization), this standard outlines the criteria and methods used for the visual and mechanical inspection of fibre optic piece parts, connectors, and passive components. It is an essential reference in the quality control and qualification testing process for manufacturers and testers of fibre optic components. This edition supersedes the earlier 1997 version, providing updated methodologies to ensure reliable, repeatable assessments.
Key Topics
Scope and Applicability:
Applies to the visual and mechanical examination of fibre optic connectors and passive components throughout various stages of manufacturing, qualification, and quality conformance inspections. It is intended as a standalone test or as required by other specifications. Polished end-face inspections are covered by a separate standard (IEC/PAS 61300-3-35).Examination Methods:
- Method 1 - Visual Examination:
- 1a Unaided Visual Inspection: Direct visual inspection without optical aids. Used to detect obvious defects such as scratches, cracks, contamination, or missing parts. Also useful for verifying markings and general workmanship.
- 1b Aided Visual Inspection: Utilizes optical magnifiers (2× to 5× magnification) and illuminators (neutral white light at ~3000 K) to enhance defect detection and verify detailed features like fibre alignment and surface contamination.
- Method 2 - Mechanical Examination:
- Focuses on dimensional and mass measurements using tools such as micrometers, measure scopes, profile projectors, and electric balances to verify conformance with specifications.
- Method 1 - Visual Examination:
Equipment Requirements:
- Optical magnifiers equipped with achromatic lenses to prevent distortion.
- Neutral white light sources with proper temperature correction and ventilation to avoid heat damage.
- Precision mechanical measuring instruments that meet or exceed specified accuracy and precision levels.
- Special gauges and color samples may be required depending on component type and specification parameters.
Testing Procedures:
Detailed step-by-step workflows ensure consistent test conditions, including specimen cleaning prior to examination, proper handling to prevent damage, and accurate use of measuring equipment.Specification Details:
Manufacturers and testers are advised to specify the exact type of testing, component configurations, measurement techniques, and acceptance criteria to ensure clear and reproducible quality assessments.
Applications
- Quality Assurance: Use EN 61300-3-1 to perform thorough visual and mechanical inspections during production and final quality checks of fibre optic connectors and passive devices.
- Component Qualification: Guide qualification testing protocols to confirm that new or modified fibre optic components meet international quality and design specifications before market release.
- Failure Analysis: Employ standard visual examination methods to investigate and identify defects (scratches, contamination, dimensional discrepancies) that may affect component performance.
- Compliance and Certification: Help manufacturers maintain alignment with international best practices for fibre optic interconnecting devices, facilitating smoother certification and market acceptance.
Related Standards
- IEC/PAS 61300-3-35: Defines visual inspection procedures specific to the polished end-face of fibre optic connectors, complementing the general examination methods described in EN 61300-3-1.
- IEC 61300-1: Provides general guidance and basic test and measurement procedures for fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components, serving as an overarching framework for the part 3-1 standard.
- Other parts of IEC 61300 series cover additional testing and measurement aspects to support comprehensive quality assessment of fibre optic components.
Keywords: SIST EN 61300-3-1:2006, fibre optic connectors, passive components, visual examination, mechanical examination, test procedures, quality inspection, optical magnifier, dimensional measurement, fibre optics standard, CLC standard, IEC 61300 series.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 61300-3-1:2006 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components - Basic test and measurement procedures -- Part 3-1: Examinations and measurements - Visual examination". This standard covers: This part of EN 61300 provides criteria for the visual and mechanical examination of fibre optic piece parts, connectors and passive components. The examination method may be used at any stage of the qualification or quality conformance inspection process, as a stand-alone test, or as required by the relevant specification. Visual examination of the polished end-face is defined in IEC/PAS 61300-3-35 and does not form part of this document.
This part of EN 61300 provides criteria for the visual and mechanical examination of fibre optic piece parts, connectors and passive components. The examination method may be used at any stage of the qualification or quality conformance inspection process, as a stand-alone test, or as required by the relevant specification. Visual examination of the polished end-face is defined in IEC/PAS 61300-3-35 and does not form part of this document.
SIST EN 61300-3-1:2006 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.180.20 - Fibre optic interconnecting devices. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 61300-3-1:2006 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 61300-3-1:1999, SIST EN 61300-3-1:1999. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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SLOVENSKI SIST EN 61300-3-1:2006
STANDARD
marec 2006
Naprave za medsebojno povezovanje optičnih kablov in pasivne komponente
– Osnovni preskusni in merilni postopki – 3-1. del: Pregledi in meritve –
Vizualni pregled (IEC 61300-3-1:2005)
Fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components - Basic test and
measurement procedures - Part 3-1: Examinations and measurements - Visual
examination (IEC 61300-3-1:2005)
ICS 33.180.20 Referenčna številka
© Standard je založil in izdal Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje ali kopiranje celote ali delov tega dokumenta ni dovoljeno
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 61300-3-1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM December 2005
ICS 33.180.20 Supersedes EN 61300-3-1:1997
English version
Fibre optic interconnecting devices and passive components –
Basic test and measurement procedures
Part 3-1: Examinations and measurements –
Visual examination
(IEC 61300-3-1:2005)
Dispositifs d'interconnexion et Lichtwellenleiter –
composants passifs à fibres optiques – Verbindungselemente und passive
Méthodes fondamentales d'essais Bauteile –
et de mesures Grundlegende Prüf- und Messverfahren
Partie 3-1: Examens et mesures – Teil 3-1: Untersuchungen und Messungen –
Examen visuel Sichtprüfung
(CEI 61300-3-1:2005) (IEC 61300-3-1:2005)
This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2005-10-01. CENELEC members are bound to
comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
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Ref. No. EN 61300-3-1:2005 E
Foreword
The text of document 86B/2172/FDIS, future edition 2 of IEC 61300-3-1, prepared by SC 86B, Fibre
optic interconnecting devices and passive components, of IEC TC 86, Fibre optics, was submitted to
the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and was approved by CENELEC as EN 61300-3-1 on 2005-10-01.
This European Standard supersedes EN 61300-3-1:1997.
It constitutes a technical revision on reference methods and equipments for particular parts of the
components.
The following dates were fixed:
– latest date by which the EN has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2006-07-01
– latest date by which the national standards conflicting
with the EN have to be withdrawn (dow) 2008-10-01
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Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 61300-3-1:2005 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard without any modification.
In the official version, for Bibliography, the following note has to be added for the standard indicated:
IEC 61300-1 NOTE Harmonized as EN 61300-1:2003 (not modified).
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NORME CEI
INTERNATIONALE
IEC
61300-3-1
INTERNATIONAL
Deuxième édition
STANDARD
Second edition
2005-09
Dispositifs d'interconnexion et composants
passifs à fibres optiques –
Méthodes fondamentales d'essais et de mesures –
Partie 3-1:
Examens et mesures – Examen visuel
Fibre optic interconnecting devices
and passive components –
Basic test and measurement procedures –
Part 3-1:
Examinations and measurements –
Visual examination
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61300-3-1 IEC:2005 – 3 –
CONTENTS
FOREWORD.5
1 Scope.9
2 General description.9
3 Apparatus.9
3.1 Visual examination .9
3.2 Mechanical examination.11
4 Procedure.11
4.1 Method 1a – Unaided visual examination .11
4.2 Method 1b – Aided visual examination .11
4.3 Method 2 – Mechanical examination .13
5 Details to be specified.13
Annex A (informative).15
Bibliography .17
61300-3-1 IEC:2005 – 5 –
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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FIBRE OPTIC INTERCONNECTING DEVICES
AND PASSIVE COMPONENTS −
BASIC TEST AND MEASUREMENT PROCEDURES −
Part 3-1: Examinations and measurements –
Visual examination
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