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Tool, Stripper, Electrical Insulation, General Specification ForAS5768A (Current)11/26/2025
This specification covers design requirements, performance requirements, and methods of procurement for tools and associated accessories used to strip aerospace vehicle electrical wire and cable. Aerospace vehicle electrical wire has stranded conductors with protective plating and specialized insulation. Poor quality wire strippers or mismatched blades can compromise the performance of wiring.
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Arc Damage Assessment of Arc Plume and Physical DamageAIR6982 (Current)11/26/2025
Describes the relative measurement of assessing the damage zone of arc plasma to determine appropriate separation/segregation requirements between a wire harness and nearby components
AE-8A Elec Wiring and Fiber Optic Interconnect Sys Install
Cover Assembly, Electrical, for MS27212 Terminal Board AssemblyAS18029G (Current)10/31/2025
Scope is unavailable.
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Cover Assembly, Electrical, for MS27212 Terminal Board AssemblyAS18029F (Historical)10/15/2025
Scope is unavailable.
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Aircraft Electrical Wiring Organization - Key to an Autonomous AIF-0080-2024-00055/7/2024
An essential component for the advancement of autonomous flight lies in the development of an intelligent routing system designed to facilitate the maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical wiring. Utilizing software with the capability to present routed paths in a computer-aided design (CAD) format allows for a detailed representation of the rules governing the layout of wiring around structural supports and distribution channels. Despite this, three-dimensional (3D) methodologies have yet to fully incorporate critical data related to the characterization of individual wiring signals, hindering automatic routing. This paper underscores a competitive edge that can be achieved by expanding 3D capabilities to accurately depict the current state of wiring signals in terms of temperature, humidity, electromagnetic frequency, amperage, and other relevant factors. Achieving this involves integrating a non-intrusive smart sensing technology with the intelligent routing system to monitor and diagnose the health and integrity of the wiring system. With this integration, a more robust artificial intelligence (AI) system can leverage the obtained data to make more precise decisions, enhancing overall system performance.
Rhysing, Daryian
test 05/10/2023 11:00 am electricSAE-PP-079185/10/2023
test 05/10/2023 11:00 am
Dongari, Madhukar
115/200 Volt, 400 Hz Aircraft External Electrical Power Connector Contact Maintenance ProceduresAIR4365B (Current)9/30/2021
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) describes procedures for use in the field to determine if 115/200 Volt, 400 Hz aircraft external electrical power connectors are excessively worn, which may result in the inability of the external power plug to be retained, intermittent electrical performance and arcing.
AGE-3 Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Committee
Guide for Installation of Electrical Wire and Cable on Aircraft Landing GearAIR4004A (Current)8/9/2021
Recent field experience has indicated significant problems with some types of wire and cables as routed on aircraft landing gear. This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) is intended to identify environmental concerns the designer should consider, materials that appear to be most suitable for use in these areas, routing, clamping, and other protection techniques that are appropriate in these applications. In recent years aircraft certification regulatory agencies introduced new regulations regarding Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) to further enhance safety of the associated systems and aircraft overall.
A-5B Gears, Struts and Couplings Committee NEW Name Goes Her
Assembly and Soldering Criteria for High Quality/High Reliability Soldering Wire and Cable Termination in Aerospace VehiclesAS4461D (Current)7/23/2021
This standard is applicable to manual soldering and machine soldering processes utilizing controlled soldering devices, for electrical connections for wiring and cabling used in aerospace vehicles. Description of a component or device herein is not to be construed as authorizing the use of the component or device.
AE-8A Elec Wiring and Fiber Optic Interconnect Sys Install
Guide for Identification of Terminal Lugs in Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems (EWIS)ARP6807A (Current)5/24/2021
The intent of the SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) is to provide a process for users to identify the part number of AS7928 terminal lugs installed in civilian or military applications, although it can also be used to identify terminals that have been stored incorrectly. This ARP is subject to change to keep pace with experience and technical advances of AS7928 terminals. A current set of tables are provided to list and identify current AS7928 terminal lug configurations per the associated specification detail sheet and terminal lug configuration. Specific configuration details, graphic, size, and marking information for each individual terminal lug is provided to assist the product user with accurate selection for replacement or identification.
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Cable Marking for Circuit Identification in Multi-Voltage Power Distribution SystemsJ3176_202101 (Current)1/13/2021
This SAE Standard establishes the minimum circuit identification and requirements for Multi-Voltage Power Distribution Systems (MVPDS) for use on trucks and buses. A Multi-Voltage Power Distribution System is one that distributes two or three voltages, up to 60 VDC, to power the controls, instruments, and devices.
Truck and Bus Electrical Systems Committee
Cable, Thermocouple Extension, Shielded and UnshieldedAS5419B (Current)6/2/2020
This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) covers the requirements for thermocouple extension cable. Manufacturers of primary thermocouple wire in accordance with this specification must be qualified to the similar wire type specified in Table 1.
AE-8D Wire and Cable Committee
Connectors, Electrical, Reverse Bayonet, General Specification forAS95234A (Historical)3/25/2020
AS95234 includes reverse bayonet coupling, high current electrical connectors that are water tight and principally used in shipboard, ground vehicles and ground support equipment applications at serve voltages from 200 to 3000 V-rms and temperatures between -55 °C and +125 °C (-67 °F and +257 °F). See 6.1.5 for applications details. For aerospace application connectors, refer to AS50881.
AE-8C1 Connectors Committee
Fluoride Offgassing in Fluoropolymer InsulationsARP6229 (Current)3/24/2020
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) shall be limited to information about corrosion caused by fluoride offgassing of fluoropolymer-based wire insulation. It reviews published reports of corrosion caused by this phenomenon, describes scenarios where this may be a concern, mitigation options, and references a test method which can be used to evaluate wire insulations where needed.
AE-8D Wire and Cable Committee
Coiled Electrical Cable - Truck and BusJ2222_202002 (Current)2/25/2020
This SAE Standard establishes the minimum performance and endurance requirements for coiled electrical cables used for hookup between trucks, trailers, and dollies for 12 VDC nominal applications. The component standards SAE J2394 (replaced SAE J1067) for cable and SAE J560 for connectors must be consulted to determine the complete performance and endurance requirements of the system. Related TMC Recommended Practices may be consulted for information associated with selection, installation, and inspection of these coiled electrical cables. This document is intended to set out requirements for the majority of conditions rather than for specialized applications or environments.
Truck and Bus Electrical Systems Committee
15 Pole Connector Between Towing Vehicles and Trailers with 12 Volt Nominal SupplyJ2691_202002 (Historical)2/25/2020
This SAE Standard establishes the minimum construction and performance requirements for a 15 pole connector between towing vehicles and trailers, for trucks, trailers, and dollies, for 12 VDC nominal applications in conjunction with SAE J2742. The connector accommodates both power and ISO 11992-1 signal circuits along with dual ground wires to accommodate grounding requirements within the constraints of the SAE J2691 terminal capacity.
Truck and Bus Electrical Systems Committee
High Temperature Insulated Terminal LugsARP506B (Current)2/3/2020
This Aerospace Recommended Practice outlines requirements for high temperature insulated crimp style terminal lugs for use in electrical wiring in ground or flight equipment.
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Device Creates Electricity from SnowfallTBMG-3571212/1/2019
Researchers have designed a device that creates electricity from falling snow. The device is inexpensive, small, thin, and flexible like a sheet of plastic. It can work in remote areas because it provides its own power and does not need batteries. The device is also a weather station that can tell how much snow is falling, the direction the snow is falling, and the direction and speed of the wind.
Maintenance of Design Voltage - Snowmobile Electrical SystemsJ277_201909 (Current)9/25/2019
This SAE Recommended Practice provides test methods and requirements for maintenance of design voltage in snowmobile electrical systems. It pertains to both battery-equipped and battery-less systems.
Snowmobile Technical Committee
Aircraft Electrical InstallationsARP4404C (Current)9/19/2019
It is the purpose of this document to present design recommendations that will provide a basis for satisfactory and safe electrical installations in transport aircraft. This document is not intended to be a complete electrical installation design handbook. However, the requirements for safety extend so thoroughly throughout the electric systems that few areas of the installation are untouched by the document. It is recognized that individual circumstances may alter the details of any design. It is, therefore, important that this document not be considered mandatory but be used as a guide to good electrical application and installation design. Transport aircraft electric systems have rapidly increased in importance over a number of years until they are now used for many functions necessary to the successful operation of the aircraft. An ever increasing number of these functions are critical to the safety of the aircraft and its occupants. The greatly increased power available in electric systems is another factor in aircraft safety. These considerations make it essential that aircraft electrical design practices be carefully considered from the standpoint of safety and reliability. It is believed that this document will be of value in pointing out potential difficulties and in solving many of the problems.
AE-8A Elec Wiring and Fiber Optic Interconnect Sys Install
Etching of Fluoropolymer InsulationsARP6167 (Current)6/11/2019
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes the etching of fluoropolymer electrical wire insulations to ensure that all facets of the process from the chemistry to the processing, to the storage and handling are well defined.
AE-8A Elec Wiring and Fiber Optic Interconnect Sys Install
Products of Tomorrow: June 2019TBMG-345986/1/2019
This column presents technologies that have applications in commercial areas, possibly creating the products of tomorrow. To learn more about each technology, see the contact information provided for that innovation.
CRIMP TOOLS, TYPE 1, HAND OR POWER ACTUATED, WIRE TERMINATION, HYDRAULIC TOOL FOR WIRE BARREL SIZES 0000 THROUGH 8AS22520/48 (Historical)5/7/2019
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Study of Replacing the Traditional Electromechanical Relay with the Full Semiconductor Solution of Bussed Electrical Center2019-01-04844/2/2019
To face the challenges of CO2 emission and automated driving, the electrical distribution system (EDS), as the basis of all electronic loads, needs to be continuously changed. Traditional bussed electrical center (BEC) has limited functions such as simple switch and fuse protection, while the full semiconductor solution of smart BEC can provide more accurate diagnosis, faster response, higher reliability with lower power loss and smaller space. This paper will introduce the practical function of the smart BEC: in normal operation of the car, the voltage and current of the loads can be detected by the smart BEC. Once in abnormal, immediate feedback will be transferred from smart BEC to the whole system and a related response will be triggered in time, while the cost of power harness can also be optimized. In parking mode, the quiescent current of the loads from KL30 can be detected by smart BEC, which could prevent against leakage. Automated driving is a hot topic, many people focus on functional safety and redundancy of the actuators in the car, which can only be realized by the safe power supply. Therefore, this paper will also describe the fail safe and fail operational of power supply with smart BEC. Of course, replacing traditional relays with semiconductors will face many challenges, such as the switch off energy for inductive load, inrush current for capacitive load, thermal problem of the system, cost optimization and so on. The paper will introduce the solutions to these challenges. These solutions have practical significance because they are based on analysis of the loads in the real car. Finally, the paper will show the actual comparison with the traditional BEC and the smart BEC in terms of weight, size, power loss, wiring saving, and cost in the real car.
Tian, Xia, Shen, Ning, Wang, Xingwei
Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) as a Dielectric Material for Multi-Gigabit, Single Pair Ethernet Cable for Automotive2019-01-04834/2/2019
Testing of wire insulation (dielectric) materials for dielectric constant and dissipation factor from -40°C - 150°C is presented. These test results are inserted into known cable attenuation equations to reveal what material is superior within a 1-10GHz frequency band.
Kennefick, Daniel
High Frequency Impedance and Electromagnetic Interference Suppression of Lithium-Ion Power Battery Pack2019-01-10604/2/2019
When electric vehicle speeds up or slows down, rapidly changing current and voltage (di/dt and du/dt) would occurs in its lithium-ion power battery. In this way, the impedance of power battery would changes with parasitic parameters because that the ion transport in electrolytes would influence diffusion effect and polarization effect of battery. Thus, the lithium-ion battery cannot be regarded as ideal component in high frequency, which could cause unpredictable problem in electromagnetic interference (EMI). However, most previous studies took lithium-ion power batteries as disturbed objects or transmission routes, which ignore the electromagnetic interference of battery itself. Based on it, this paper analyses the internal mechanism of EMI in lithium-ion power battery, and simulates the distribution of electromagnetic field as well as it corresponding interference suppression measures. Firstly, the test platform for parameter extraction of battery cell is built. The parasitic parameters are extracted through testing. The high-frequency equivalent circuit of power battery is consequently established. Secondly, peripheral circuit of lithium-ion battery (DC/AC system) is established to obtain the current at DC bus, which would be imported to an electromagnetic simulation tool as excitation source to conduct co-simulation of field and circuit for distribution of electromagnetic field in battery. Thirdly, the lithium-ion battery pack is optimally designed in EMI. The structure and parameters of the filter are selected according to energy distribution frequency band of EMI signal. Results of simulation and testing turn out that the designed filter could decrease EMI effectively.
Zhang, Ji, Lv, Yu
Consideration of Corrosion Behavior of Aluminum Wire at Crimped Terminal and Effective Anti-Corrosion Treatment2019-01-04864/2/2019
The demand for weight reduction of vehicles is growing in compliance with CO2 emission control requirements. Also, demand for copper is on the rise with an increase in the number of electric vehicles because their motors and wiring require a lot of copper. This has raised concerns about higher copper prices and vehicle weight. Recently, attempts to reduce vehicle weight have been actively made by partially replacing copper with aluminum, which is lighter and less expensive. Although the use of aluminum wires on limited areas of some vehicles has already been reported, that on all areas has not been reported yet. The authors focus on reducing weight of wiring harnesses, which is about 20 kg per vehicle, and consider using aluminum instead of copper as the conductor of the electrical wires. One of the factors impeding the use of aluminum wires in wider areas is galvanic corrosion occurring at crimped terminals. Since aluminum causes galvanic corrosion when the metal is in electrical contact with a different metal in an electrolyte, it is essential to prevent this phenomenon from occurring at crimped terminals in mounting aluminum wires on vehicles. An anti-corrosion treatment needs to effectively prevent the occurrence of corrosion at the locations where aluminum wires are used. To devise an appropriate anti-corrosion treatment, it is necessary to grasp how aluminum wires corrode at the crimped terminals. This paper describes findings from a study of corrosion behavior of aluminum wires at crimped terminals for the purpose of developing an effective anti-corrosion treatment to increase the area onto which aluminum wires can be used.
Kawaguchi, Takuya, Fukaura, Keiji, Nakamura, Yuki, Mochizuki, Makoto, Otani, Satoshi
Cable Assemblies, Electrical Power, for Portable Ground Support Test EquipmentAS25481A (Current)1/3/2019
This document defines cables that are used to provide electrical power for U.S. Department of Defense avionics support and test equipment.
AGE-3 Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Committee
Cutting Tools, Wire, Electrical, General Specification forAS6173A (Current)12/12/2018
This standard covers design requirements, performance requirements, and methods of procurement for tools and associated accessories used to cut aerospace vehicle electrical wire and cable. Aerospace vehicle electrical wire has stranded conductors with protective plating and specialized insulation. Poor quality wire cutting can compromise the performance of wiring.
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Ultralight Gloves Provide Realistic Haptic FeedbackTBMG-3338212/1/2018
Engineers and software developers are seeking to create technology that lets users touch, grasp, and manipulate virtual objects while feeling like they are actually touching something in the real world. An ultralight glove — weighing less than 8 grams per finger — was developed that enables users to feel and manipulate virtual objects. The system provides extremely realistic haptic feedback and could run on a battery, allowing for freedom of movement.
Tubing, Electrical Insulation Standard Wall, Extruded Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)AMS3653G (Current)11/27/2018
This specification covers extruded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) in the form of flexible tubing.
AMS P Polymeric Materials Committee
Tubing, Electrical Insulation Thin Wall, Extruded Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)AMS3655D (Current)11/20/2018
This specification covers extruded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) in the form of flexible tubing.
AMS P Polymeric Materials Committee
Tubing, Electrical Insulation Light Wall, Extruded Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)AMS3654E (Current)11/16/2018
This specification covers extruded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) in the form of flexible tubing.
AMS P Polymeric Materials Committee
INSULATION SLEEVING, ELECTRICAL, HEAT SHRINKABLE, POLYOLEFIN, FLEXIBLE, CROSSLINKEDAS23053/5A (Current)11/5/2018
AE-8D Wire and Cable Committee
Flexible Organic Sensor Acts as Self-Powered Heart MonitorTBMG-3325211/1/2018
Self-powered devices that can be fit directly on human skin or tissue have great potential for medical applications. They could be used as physiological sensors for the real-time monitoring of heart or brain function in the human body. However, practical realization has been impractical due to the bulkiness of batteries and insufficient power supply, or due to noise interference from the electrical supply, impeding conformability and long-term operation.
DC Arc Fault Detection Methods in MEA Distribution Systems2018-01-193410/30/2018
Direct current (DC) for primary power distribution is a promising solution that is being explored by aircraft system integrators for MEA applications to enable the paralleling of non-synchronized engine off-take generators, and to enable the reduction of energy conversion stages required to supply electronically actuated loads. However, a significant challenge in the use of DC systems is the reliable detection of arc faults. Arcing presents a significant fire risk to aircraft and their presence can result in critical system damage and potentially fatal conditions. Series arc faults in DC systems are particularly challenging to detect as the associated reduction in system current eliminates the use of conventional overcurrent and current differential methods for fault detection. This paper provides an overview of series arc faults in DC systems and presents both simulation and hardware results to illustrate key trends, characteristics and discriminating features. It also presents a comprehensive review of arc fault detection and diagnosis techniques that have been proposed for a wide range of aerospace and other applications. The paper concludes with a discussion on the unique challenges and opportunities for the application of both deterministic and probabilistic methods in MEA systems.
Thomas, Jeffy, Telford, Rory, Rakhra, Puran, Norman, Patrick, Burt, Graeme
INSULATION SLEEVING, ELECTRICAL, HEAT SHRINKABLE, POLYOLEFIN 1/, DUAL-WALL, OUTER WALL CROSSLINKEDAS23053/4A (Current)9/26/2018
AE-8D Wire and Cable Committee
Direct-Current Detector for Emergency Responder SafetyTBMG-328639/1/2018
The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has developed a direct-current detector technology to help emergency responders safely detect high voltages, which they have licensed to North Carolina-based Hotstick USA.
Brain Pacemaker Shows Promise in Slowing Alzheimer’sTBMG-289554/1/2018
Researchers conducted a study aimed at slowing the decline of problem solving and decision-making skills in patients who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease.
Marine Propulsion System WiringJ378_201802 (Current)2/24/2018
This SAE Recommended Practice covers the requirements for all marine inboard engine wiring, wiring assemblies, wiring components, and wiring connectors connected to microprocessors associated with the operation of the propulsion system, operating at 50 V or less. EXCEPTION—Outboard engines and engines in Personal Water Craft (PWC). NOTE: See ABYC E11 for additional requirements related to electrical installations on small craft.
Marine Technical Steering Committee
Coiled Electrical Cable - Truck and BusJ2222_201802 (Historical)2/15/2018
This SAE Standard establishes the minimum performance and endurance requirements for coiled electrical cables used for hookup between trucks, trailers and dollies. The component standards SAE J2394 (replaced SAE J1067) for cable and SAE J560 for connectors must be consulted to determine the complete performance and endurance requirements of the system. Related TMC Recommended Practices may be consulted for information associated with selection, installation and inspection of these coiled electrical cables. This document is intended to set out requirements for the majority of conditions rather than for specialized applications or environments.
Truck and Bus Electrical Systems Committee
Optical Networking TerminologyAIR6004 (Current)1/23/2018
AS-3 Fiber Optics and Applied Photonics Committee
Guide for Identification of Terminal Lugs in Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems (EWIS)ARP6807 (Historical)11/21/2017
The intent of the SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) is to provide a process for users to identify the part number of AS7928 terminal lugs installed in civilian or military applications, although it can also can be used to identify terminals that have been stored incorrectly. This ARP is subject to change to keep pace with experience and technical advances of AS7928 terminals. A current set of tables are provided to list and identify current AS7928 terminal lug configurations per the associated specification detail sheet and terminal lug configuration. Specific configuration details, graphic, size and marking information for each individual terminal lug is provided to assist the product user with accurate selection for replacement or identification.
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Verification of New Conductor Alloys for AS29606 Conductors QualificationAS6324 (Current)11/15/2017
AS6324 specifies the requirements for comparative testing of new copper and copper alloy conductors to AS29606 qualified conductors. AS29606 approved conductors are used for the construction of insulated wire defined in SAE Aerospace wire standards (i.e., AS22759, AS81044, etc.). AS6324 defines testing which meets or exceeds the minimum test requirements of AS29606 and AS22759 and its detailed specification sheets.
AE-8D Wire and Cable Committee
Investigation on the Effects of Medium and High Voltage Power Cables in Direct Contact with Vehicles and Passengers2017-36-030911/7/2017
In Brazil there is a significant number of medium and high voltage power cables falling on vehicles causing catastrophic accidents leading to serious injuries and deceases. It is advised that the car works as a shield so passengers inside the vehicle should not open doors and windows, but to the knowledge of the authors no work has presented a quantified study showing details like electromagnetic field intensity and 3D plots to really illustrate this situation. This work uses numerical simulation to replicate a scenario of a high power cable in direct contact with a vehicle and numerous positions of human body models inside and outside of the vehicle. Electromagnetic field is calculated showing the shielding effectiveness of the vehicle chassis. Also, current density are calculated to show the path of the current including the human body models. Safety guidelines are presented based on electromagnetic field strength and several scenarios are simulated and quantified.
Mologni, Juliano, Ribas, Jefferson, Siqueira, Cesareo
CONNECTOR ACCESSORIES, ELECTRICAL BOOTS AND SLEEVES, TRANSITIONS, HEAT-SHRINKABLE, CATEGORY 7AS85049/142C (Current)10/3/2017
AE-8C1 Connectors Committee
600-20 Air Transport Avionics Equipment InterfacesARINC600-20 (Current)7/11/2017
ARINC 600 is a mechanical packaging standard that is used with the ARINC 700-series of digital avionics equipment. It provides mechanical, electrical, and environmental interfaces between LRUs and the racks or cabinets in which they are installed, as well as connector shell definitions, and connector insert layouts and mounting dimensions. Supplement 20 clarifies connector insert arrangements with new diagrams and corrects typographical errors in descriptive text for connector mated pairs.
Airlines Electronic Engineering Committee
Torque Recommendations for Attaching Electrical Wiring Devices to Terminal Boards or Blocks, Studs, Posts, etc.ARP1928A (Historical)6/12/2017
AE-8C2 Terminating Devices and Tooling Committee
Performance Specification for Automotive Wire Harness Retainer ClipsUSCAR44 (Historical)5/10/2017
This specification describes a method and acceptance criteria for testing automotive wire harness retainer clips. Retainer clips are plastic parts that hold a wire harness or electrical connector in a specific position. Typical plastic retainers work by having a set of "branches" that can be inserted into a hole sized to be easy to install but provide acceptable retention. This specification tests retainer clips for mechanical retention when exposed to the mechanical and environmental stresses typically found in automotive applications over a 15-year service life. This specification has several test options to allow the test to match to the expected service conditions. The variability of applications typically arises a) from different ambient temperatures near the clip, different proximity to automotive fluids, different exposure to standing water or water spray and different thicknesses of the holes that the clip is inserted into. Clips are typically inserted into sheet or rolled metal from 0.6mm to 8mm thick so this specification focuses on that range. Outside of this range requires a custom test. The procedures described in this document have been evaluated for the design types shown in Table 2.3. Use of USCAR-44 for other than a design shown in Table 2.3 may or may not produce acceptable test correlation to actual experience but USCAR has not reviewed any data. USCAR-44 can be used at all phases of development, production, and field analysis since it is a performance test and not a process validation or quality assessment. No retainer may be represented as having met USCAR/EWCAP specifications unless conformance to all applicable requirements of this specification have been verified and documented. All required verification and documentation must be provided by the supplier of the part. If testing is performed by another source, it does not relieve the primary supplier of responsibility for documentation (DVP&R) of all test results and for verification that all samples tested met all applicable acceptance criteria. This specification describes a method and acceptance criteria for testing automotive wire harness retainer clips. Retainer clips are plastic parts that hold a wire harness or electrical connector in a specific position. Typical plastic retainers work by having a set of "branches" that can be inserted into a hole sized to be easy to install but provide acceptable retention. This specification tests retainer clips for mechanical retention when exposed to the mechanical and environmental stresses typically found in automotive applications over a 15-year service life. This specification has several test options to allow the test to match to the expected service conditions. The variability of applications typically arises a) from different ambient temperatures near the clip, different proximity to automotive fluids, different exposure to standing water or water spray and different thicknesses of the holes that the clip is inserted into. Clips are typically inserted into sheet or rolled metal from 0.6mm to 8mm thick so this specification focuses on that range. Outside of this range requires a custom test. The procedures described in this document have been evaluated for the design types shown in Table 2.3. Use of USCAR-44 for other than a design shown in Table 2.3 may or may not produce acceptable test correlation to actual experience but USCAR has not reviewed any data. USCAR-44 can be used at all phases of development, production, and field analysis since it is a performance test and not a process validation or quality assessment. No retainer may be represented as having met USCAR/EWCAP specifications unless conformance to all applicable requirements of this specification have been verified and documented. All required verification and documentation must be provided by the supplier of the part. If testing is performed by another source, it does not relieve the primary supplier of responsibility for documentation (DVP&R) of all test results and for verification that all samples tested met all applicable acceptance criteria.
USCAR
Flat Cable Technology for Aerospace ApplicationsTBMG-266744/1/2017
There are those who think all cables are created equal. Well, they're not.
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