Measures the forces or torques that are required to fully couple or uncouple a connector set. The connector set components are held in a fixture so that a controlled coupling force or torque can be applied. The force or torque is mesured during the entire coupling and/or uncoupling cycle. The procedure is applicable to either twist type or push-pull type coupling mechanisms.
ANSI/TIA/EIA 455-187-1991 history
1991ANSI/TIA/EIA 455-187-1991 FOTP-187, Engagement and Separation Force Measurement of Fiber Optic Connector Sets