JSS 50101 PDF

RAKSHA MANTRALAYA
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
JOINT SERVICES SPECIFICATION
ON
ENVIRONMENTAL TEST METHODS

FOR
SERVICE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
(GROUP CLASS 5999)
JSS 50101: 1996

Revision No. 1
Reaffirmed 2001
MANAKIKARAN NIDESHALAYA
RAKSHA UTPADAN TATHA POORTI VIBHAG
RAKSHA MANTRALAYA, 'H' BLOCK, DHQ PO
NEW DELHI - 110 011
DIRECTORATE OF STANDARDISATION
DEPARTMENT OF PRODUCTION & SUPPLIES
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, 'H'- BLOCK, DHQ PO
NEW DELHI - 110 011
JSS 50101: 1996
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RAKSHA MANTRALAYA
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
JOINT SERVICES SPECIFICATION
ON
ENVIRONMENTAL TEST METHODS

FOR
SERVICE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
(GROUP CLASS 5999)
MANAKIKARAN NIDESHALAYA
RAKSHA UTPADAN TATHA POORTI VIBHAG
RAKSHA MANTRALAYA, 'H' BLOCK, DHQ PO
NEW DELHI - 110 011
DIRECTORATE OF STANDARDISATION
DEPARTMENT OF PRODUCTION & SUPPLIES
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, 'H'- BLOCK, DHQ PO
NEW DELHI - 110 011
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LIST OF MEMBERS ASSOCIATED WITH REAFFIRMATION OF THIS

STANDARD
This reaffirmation of Joint Services Specification has been approved by Maj

Gen AR Nambiar, Chairman, Electronic Standardisation Sub Committee in the
meeting held on 24 Aug 2000/ by circulation.
2. The following members have been associated in approving the draft:
Sl. No. Name and Designation Organisation

1. Shri PK Jain, Sc ‘G’ LCSO, Bangalore
2. Shri MN Sen, Sc ‘G’ SSPL, new Delhi
3. Brig ML Mathur CQA (L), Bangalore
4. Shri VN Ray, Sc ‘F’ DSC, Bangalore
5. Shri V Gopalkrishnan, Sc ‘F’ LRDE, Bangalore
6. Shri S Krishnan, Sc ‘F’ LRDE, Bangalore
7. Shri S Mallikarjun, AGM BEL, Bangalore
8. Shri SK Kimothi, Addl Director STQC, DOE, New Delhi
9. Shri Prakash Chand, Sc ‘E’ DEAL, Dehradun
10. Cdr VKC Bakshi JCES, New Delhi
11. Lt Col J Nagarajun CQA (AVL), Avadi
12. Col Mahesh Chand D of L&I, DRDO
13. Gp Capt K Ramachandran, JDGCA DGL (Air HQ)
14. Lt Col Ravi Mandla, JD OS (L), AHQ
15. Shri A Pratap Kumar CRI, C/O BE (GAD)
16. Shri RS Yadav, DCSO DGAQA, New Delhi
17. Shri KG Shenai, DGM (QC) ITI, Bangalore
18. Shri M Arun Kumar, Chief Engineer ITI, Bangalore
19. Col RK Bhanot (RTD) ECIL, Delhi
20. Shri VV Surya Narayana, Sr Manager ECIL, Hyderabad
21. Shri Arjun Singh, SSO DQA (N), New Delhi
22. Shri JR Kamal, JDO DOS (L), NHQ
23. Shri SC Gupta, SE HQ TGEME, Delhi Cantt
24. Shri JR Dass, Sc ‘D’ DSC, Dehradun
25. Lt Col Satwant Singh Secretary, LSSC
26. Lt Col CJ Singh Dte of Signals, AHQ
27. - WE Dte (WE-7), AHQ
28. - DLRL, Hyderabad
29. - HAL, Hyderabad
30. - Dte of Rocket and Missile
31. - CQA (EW), Secunderabad
32. - CQA (S), Secunderabad
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RECORD OF AMENDMENTS
Amendment Amendment Amended by

Signature
pertains to:
Authority Name & Appointment &
No. Date Sl.No./ Para No./ Column (IN BLOCK Date
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CONTENTS
S.No. Page
No.
0. FOREWORD 1
SECTION-1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. SCOPE 2
2. RELATED SPECIFICATIONS 2
3. TERMINOLOGY 4
4. INDEX OF TESTS 4
5. DEGREES OF SEVERITY 6
6. COMPONENT CLASSIFICATION 8
7. STANDARD TEST SEQUENCE 8
8. NUMBER OF COMPONENTS FOR TESTING 9
9. MEASUREMENTS 9
10. SEALING TEST 9
11. DUST TEST 9
SECTION-2
STANDARD ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS
12. REFERENCE CONDITIONS 10
13. REFEREE CONDITIONS 10
14. ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS FOR TESTING 10
15. RECOVERY CONDITIONS 11
SECTION-3
NOTES FOR THE GUIDANCE OF TEST PERSONNEL
16. POSITIONING OF COMPONENTS IN THE TEST 12
CHAMBER
17. INSULATION RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT 12
18. VOLTAGE PROOF TEST 12
19. WORKING TEST 12
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SECTION-4
DESCRIPTION OF TESTS
TEST NUMBER -I ACCELERATION (STEADY STATE) 13
TEST NUMBER -2 AIR PRESSURE (LOW) 15
TEST NUMBER -3 CORROSIVE ATMOSPHERE 17
(INDUSTRIAL)
TEST NUMBER -4 CORROSIVE ATMOSPHERE (SALT 18
MIST)
TEST NUMBER -5 DAMP HEAT (CYCLIC) 22
TEST NUMBER -6 DAMP HEAT (MOISTURE 27
RESISTANCE)
TEST NUMBER -7 DAMP HEAT (STEADY STATE) 33
TEST NUMBER -8 DUST 37
TEST NUMBER -9 EXPLOSION 42
TEST NUMBER-10 FLAMMABILITY 43
TEST NUMBER-11 IMPACT (BUMP) 46
TEST NUMBER-11A IMPACT (RANDOM DROP) 51
TEST NUMBER-12 IMPACT (SHOCK) 58
TEST NUMBER-13 LIFE (ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL) 65
TEST NUMBER-14 MOULD GROWTH 68
TEST NUMBER-15 RESISTANCE TO SOLDERING 73
HEAT
TEST NUMBER-16 RESISTANCE TO SOLVENTS 79
TEST NUMBER-17 ROBUSTNESS OF TERMINATIONS 84
TEST NUMBER-I8A SEALING (STATIC AND 91
OPERATIONAL SEALS)
TEST NUMBER-18B SEALING (GAS LEAKAGE) 93
TEST NUMBER-18C SEALING (SEEPAGE OF FILLING 96
LIQUID)
TEST NUMBER-18D SEALING (TRACER GAS) 98
TEST NUMBER-18E SEALING (IMMERSION) 103
TEST NUMBER-19 SOLDERABILITY 107
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TEST NUMBER-20 TEMPERATURE CYCLING 113

TEST NUMBER-21 TEMPERATURE (COLD) 117
TEST NUMBER-22 TEMPERATURE (DRY HEAT) 119
TEST NUMBER-23 VIBRATION 121
TEST NUMBER-24 VIBRATION (RANDOM) 128
SECTION-5
1. SUGGESTIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT 134
APPENDIX-A METHOD OF ACHIEVING CONSTANT 135
RELATIVE HUMIDITY
APPENDIX-B TEST SET UP FOR TESTING STATIC 136
AND OPERATIONAL SEALS
APPENDIX-C GROUPING AND SEQUENCE OF TESTS 139
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0. FOREWORD
0.1 This specification has been prepared by the Electronic Components

Standardisation Organisation (LCSO) on behalf of Electronic Standardisation Sub
Committee (LSSC) on the authority of Standardisation Committee, Ministry of
Defence.
0.2 This specification has been approved by the Ministry of Defence and is
mandatory for use by the Defence Services.
0.3 This specification would be used to guide design, manufacture, quality

assurance and procurement of Service electronic components.
0.4 Quality Assurance Authority for the item covered by this specification is
CQA (L) for Army DQA (N) FOR NAVY AND DGAQA FOR AIR Force Enquiries
regarding this specification relating to any contractual conditions, shall be addressed to
the Quality Assurance Authority named in the tender or contract. Other technical
enquiries shall be referred to: -
The Officer-in-Charge,
Electronic Components Standardisation Organisation,
Electronics and Radar Development Establishment,
DRDO Complex,
C V Raman -Nagar,
Bangalore - 560 093.
0.5 Copies of this specification can be obtained on payment from -
The Controller,
Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Electronics),
Jayachamrajendra Nagar PO.,
Bangalore - 560 006.
0.6 This specification holds good only for the supply order for which it is
issued.
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SECTION-1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. SCOPE
1.1 This specification describes standard procedures and conditions for

environmental tests for Service electronic components. The tests specified herein are
intended to serve the need for predetermining the potential causes of failure of
components under Service environments. In some of the tests, the severity conditions
are varied in order to enable the designers to select components to meet the
requirements of the relevant equipment specification. .
1.2 The acceptable performance limits of the components during

environmental tests are not included in this specification. The relevant component
specification shall define the acceptable performance limits during and after the
specified environmental tests.
1.3 This specification shall always be invoked in the relevant component

specification so that equipment designers shall have a common basis of comparison
for the performance of components supplied to Joint Services Specifications.
1.4 The tests included in this specification do not cover all Service
environments and additional tests, where necessary, may need to be specified in the
relevant component specification.
1.5 The relevant component specification shall specify the deviations in test
procedure which may be necessary when applying the test and also any special
procedures which may be required.
2. RELATED SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 Joint Services Specifications
JSS 50102:1985 General specification and

(Revision No. I) procedure for the qualification
Reaffirmed 2000 approval and acceptance of
electronic components
JSS 51701:1975 Specification for metal clad base

Reaffirmed 1999 material (for printed wired boards
of thickness 0.8 mm or greater)
JSS 55555:2000 Environmental test methods for

Revision No. 2 electronic and electrical equipment
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2.2 Other Specifications
IS 193:1982 Soft solder

(fourth revision)
IS 460 (Part 1): 1985 Test sieves: Part I Wire -cloth test
sieves
(third revision)
Reaffirmed 1990
IS 1921:1975 Rosin-cored solder wire

(first revision)
(Amendment No. 1)
Reaffirmed 1991
IS 10005:1994 SI units and recommendations for

the use of their multiples and of
certain other unit
(second revision)
2.3 Source of supplies
2.3.1 Copies of Joint Services Specifications are obtainable on payment from: -
The Controller,
Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Electronics),
Jayachamrajendra Nagar PO,
Bangalore - 560 006
2.3.2 Copies of Indian Standards are obtainable on payment from: -
Bureau of Indian Standards

Manak Bhavan
9, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg,
New Delhi - 110 002
or
their regional/branch offices
3. TERMINOLOGY
The following, definitions shall apply: -
3.1 Ambient Temperature - The temperature of the mediurn surrounding the

components.
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3.2 Final Measurements - The measurements made at the conclusion of a test

so that a comparison with the initial measurements will show what effect the whole
test has had on the components.
3.3 Initial Measurements - The measurements made prior to a test to determine

the characteristics of the components.
3.4 Intermediate Measurements - The measurements made during the test to

determine the effects of the test conditions on the characteristics of the components.
3.5 Preconditioning - The treatment of a component with the object of

removing or partly counteracting effects of its previous history. Where called for, .it is
the first process in the test procedure.
3.6 Recovery - The treatment given to a component after testing in order that' it
may return to a stable state before final measurements.
3.7 Recovery Conditions - These are defined in Section 2.
3.8 Temperature Stability - Temperature stability is considered to have been

reached when the difference between the temperature at any specified point on the
component and the ambient temperature is less than 3° C.
NOTE - This specification is applicable when the component is in non-heat

generating state.
3.9 Test - A complete series of operations covered under a test heading.
3.10 Test Chamber - An enclosure having a working space in which the

components are exposed to the specified environmental test conditions.
3.11 Working Space - The space inside a test chamber in which the specified
environmental test conditions are maintained.
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4. INDEX OF TESTS
4.1 The environmental tests described in this specification are shown in Table
I.
TABLE I: ENVIRONMENTAL TESTS
(Clauses 4.1 and 5.1)
TEST TEST NUMBER OF SECTION 4
Acceleration (steady state) 1

Air pressure (low) 2
Corrosive atmosphere (industrial) 3
Corrosive atmosphere (salt mist) 4
Damp heat (cyclic) 5
Damp heat (moisture resistance) 6
Damp heat (steady state) 7
Dust . 8
Explosion 9
Flammability 10
Impact (bump) 11
Impact (random drop) 11A
Impact (shock) 12
Life (electrical/mechanical) 13
Mould growth 14
Resistance to soldering heat 15
Resistance to solvents 16
Robustness of terminations 17
Sealing 18A, 18B, 18C, 18D, 18E
Solderability 19
Temperature cycling 20
Temperature (cold) 21
Temperature (dry heat) 22
Vibration 23
Vibration (random) 24
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5. DEGREES OF SEVERITY
5.1 Some of tests given in Table I have degrees of severity as shown in Table
2.
TABLE 2: DEGREES OF SEVERITY

(Clause 5.1)
TEST SEVERITY VALUE

Acceleration' (m/s²)
A 10 170
A II 500
A 12 1,000
A 13 2,000
Acceleration (steady A 14 5,000
state) A 15 10,000
A 16 20,000
A 17 50,000
A 18 100,000
A 19 200,000
Pressure (kPa) Approximate
altitude (m) upto
P 10 106-86 1,000
P II 70 2,200
P 12 60 3,500
P 13 53 4,300
Air pressure P 14 30 8,500
(low) P 15 15 13,200
P 16 8.5 16,000
P 17 4.4 20,000
P 18 2.0 26,000
P 19 1.0 31,000
P 20 0.15 46,000
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TABLE 2 DEGREES OF SEVERITY (Continued)
TEST SEVERITY VALUE

Test Number 5 Test Number 7
No. of Cycles No. of Cycles
H 12 2 21
Damp heat H 13 6 56
H 14 Test Number 6
Peak acceleration Duration of pulse
(m/s²) (ms)
S 10 300 18
S II 300 II
S 12 500 II
S 13 750 6
Impact S 14 1,000 6
(Shock) S 15 5,000 1
S 16 10,000 0.5
S 17 15,000 0.5
S 18 30,000 0.2
Temperature (°C)
Temperature See Note 1 - 25
(cold) - 40
- 55
- 65
Temperature See Note I 70
(dry heat) and Note 2 85
100
125
150
200
350
500
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TABLE 2: DEGREES OF SEVERITY (Continued)
TEST SEVERITY VALUE

Frequency range Break value of Total endurances
(Hz) vibration amplitude test duration
+- 10% (hours)
V 10 10-55 0.75 mm 6
10-500 0.75 mm or 100 m/s 9
Vibration V11 whichever is less
V12 10-2000 0.75 mm or 100 m/s 9

whichever is less
V13
10-2000 0.75 mm or 150 m/s 12
V14 whichever is less
V15 10-2000 0.75 mm or 200 m/s 12

whichever is less
10-2000 0.75 mm or 500 m/s 12

whichever is less
NOTE-1 - Temperature severity is indicated as combined severity of temperature

(cold) and temperature (dry heat). For instance, T55/125 would indicate – 55" C as the
severity of temperature (cold) and 125° C as the severity of temperature (dry heat).
NOTE- 2 - The surface temperature of heat generatiag components will exceed the
ambient temperature. Therefore, a component when dissipating power in an ambient
temperature of 100° C, will have a surf temperature of X deg C which will cause the
surface temperature of the component to become 100° C + X degc. The relevant
component specification may limit the surface temperature for the purpose of rating, at
any specified air pressure.
6. COMPONENT CLASSIFICATION
6.1 The relevant component specification shall specify the severities of the
applicable environmental tests.
7. STANDARD TEST SEQUENCE
7.1 The tests shall normally be applied in a specified sequence conforming to

specified test groups or components as shown in Appendix "C'. Where deviations from
the sequence are justified, these will be indicated in the relevant component
specification.
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7.2 When an interval between two tests become necessary, NOTE 3 in

Appendix 'C' shall always apply.
8. NUMBER OF COMPONENTS FOR TESTING
8.1 The total number of components which shall be tested and the number of
components in each group shall be detailed in the relevant component specification.
9. MEASUREMENTS
9.1 Measurements relating to characteristics of a component are made initially,

at specified intervals during the tests and at the conclusion of the tests. This is to
establish any change in the characteristics due to the environmental condition applied
during the tests.
9.2 Final measurements made at the end of one test may be taken as the initial
measurements for the subsequent test.
9.3 Measurements on components may be made before the expiry of the full
recovery period, in case of failure; the measurement shall be repeated after the
specified recovery period (See 15.1).
10. SEALING TEST
10.1 Sealing test is not included in Appendix C' as it is regarded as an initial, -

intermediate or final measurement. The relevant component specification shall,
therefore, specify in which test group and at' what stage, this is to be performed.
11. DUST TEST
11.1 Dust test is not included in Appendix "C' as it is considered as a special test
for components. Where its application is warranted, the relevant component
specification shall include this test suitably in the sequence.
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SECTION-2
STANDARD ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS
12. REFERENCE CONDITIONS
12.1 If the characteristics of the component to be measure depend on

temperature and/or air pressure and the law c dependence is known, the values shall be
measured under the atmospheric conditions for testing (See 14)' and if necessary
corrected by calculation to the following reference values:
(a) Temperature 20 or 25° C

(b) Air pressure 101.3 k Pa
NOTE-1 -20° C shall be preferred.
NOTE-2 - No requirement for relative humidity in given as a correction by

calculation is general not possible.
13. REFEREE CONDITIONS
13.1 If the characteristics of the component to be measure depend on

temperature, air pressure and relative humidity and the law of dependence is unknown,
the measurements shall be mad under one of the following conditions: -
a) Temperature: Relative humidity: Air pressure:

between 19°C and 21°C between 63 and 67 per between 86 k Pa
cent and 106 k Pa
b) Temperature: Relative humidity: Air pressure:
between 24 °C and 26°C between 48 and 52 per between 86 k Pa
cent and 106 k Pa
NOTE -1 - Suitable methods of achieving these relative Humidity’s are

described in Appendix "A'.
NOTE-2 - Referee condition (s) shall be preferred.
14. ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS FOR TESTING
14.1 Initial and final measurements shall be made under any combination of
temperature, relative humidity and air pressure within the following limits:
a) Temperature : 15 to 35 °C
b) Relative humidity : 4.5 to 75 per cent
c) Air pressure : 86 to 106 kPa
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14.2 Where it is' impracticable or unnecessary to make measurements under the

atmospheric conditions for testing stated above, a note to this effect, if required,
stating the actual conditions, shall be added to the test report.
15. RECOVERY CONDITIONS
15.1 Recovery conditions shall be the atmospheric conditions for testing unless
closer control of temperature and relative humidity is required, when the appropriate
referee conditions shall be used. The period applicable shall be specified in the
relevant component specification (See 9.3).
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SECTION- 3
NOTES FOR THE GUIDANCE OF TEST PERSONNEL
16. POSITIONING OF COMPONENTS IN THE TEST CHAMBER
16.1 Unless otherwise specified, components shall be mounted in various

orientations. The orientations adopted shall be recorded. Particular attention shall be
paid, especially in the case of heat dissipating components, to the spacing between
them. The total volume occupied by the components shall be small in relation to the
effective volume of the working space of the chamber. Necessary connections to the
test instruments and power supplies shall be made before commencing the test.
17. INSULATION RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT
17.1 Measurement of the insulation resistance of certain components may

require the use of special techniques such as :
17.1.1 Guard Rincg - A guard ring method shall preferably be used whenever it is
necessary to discriminate between leakage through the insulation and leakage due to
surface moisture.
17.1.2 Removal of Surface Moisture by an Air Blast - Where the test to be applied
within 15 minutes after removal from a damp heat chamber involves measurement of
insulation resistance, moisture on the external surfaces may make the measurement
unstable. A blast of air of relative humidity not greater than 75 per cent at normal
temperature may then be used if allowed in the relevant component specification, for
the minimum time required to remove visible surface moisture.
18. VOLTAGE PROOF TEST
18.1 This test shall be carried out with a current limiter in the supply circuit,
such that the current resulting from a short circuit of the component under test shall
not exceed 2 mA or any other value –specified in the relevant component
specification.
19. WORKING TEST
19.1 The working test to be applied to a component shall be specified in the

relevant component specification. This will normally take the form of the application
of working voltage to the components from a low impedance source. Protection shall
be provided by suitably rated low time-constant fuse or cutout.
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SECTION-4
DESCRIPTION OF TESTS
TEST NUMBER -1
ACCELERATION (STEADY STATE)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the structural suitability and
satisfactory performance of components during and after subjection to a steady state
acceleration.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 The specified acceleration shall be applied by means of a suitable

centrifuge.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Mounting of Components
3.1.1 The components shall be secured to the centrifuge either directly or by

means of a fixture as specified in 3.1.2 to 3.1.7.
3.1.2 Mounting fixtures shall be such as to subject the components to

acceleration in each plane and sense as specified.
3.1.3 Components having a unique method of mounting shall be so mounted. For

severities A16, A17, A18 and A19, suitable protection shall be provided for
component terminations.
3.1.4 The mounting of components not provided with unique means of mounting
shall be such that the test conditions applied should dynamically load the body and/or
terminations. Either the body and the terminations or the terminations only, may be
clamped, as specified by the relevant component specification.
3.1.5 Components with axial terminations weighing less than 15 grams shall be
secured to rigid pillars leaving 5 to 8 mm between the point of emergence of the
terminations and the pillars. Similar components weighing 15 grams and more shall be
clamped so as to avoid any stress on the terminations.
3.1.6 Components with radial terminations and components having unusual mass
distribution shall be mounted as specifies in the relevant component specification.
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3.1.7 External connections made to the components for power supply and
measurements shall add a minimum of mass and place a minimum of restraint on the
components.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 The relevant component specification shall specify the applicable

acceleration severity (see 5.1 of Section I Table 2).
3.2.2 The specified acceleration severity shall be applied to the components in

both senses in each of the three mutually perpendicular planes, unless otherwise
specified by the relevant component specification.
3.2.3 For AIO, All and A12 severities, the duration of the acceleration in each
sense shall be 5 minutes, so that the components are accelerated for a total period of
30 minutes.
3.2.4 For A13, A14 and A15 severities the duration of acceleration in each sense
shall be as specified in the relevant component specification.
3.2.5 For A16, A17, A18 and A19 severities, the duration of the acceleration in
each sense shall be I minute, so that, the components are accelerated for a total period'
of 6 minutes. For these four severities, the rise and decay times of the acceleration
shall each be not less than 20 seconds.
3.2.6 The acceleration measured at any point on the component shall be within
15 per cent of the specified value unless otherwise specified.
3.2.7 During the test, components shall be loaded and/or operated and measured,
if so specified by the relevant component specification.
4. INFORMATION TO BE GIVEN IN THE RELEVANT

COMPONENT SPECIFICATION
(a) Preconditioning, if any.

(b) Initial measurements.
(c) Details of test equipment if other than a centrifuge (see 2.1)
(d) Any special mounting requirements (see 3.1)
(e) The applicable severity (see 3.2.1).
(f) Test duration for A13, A14 and A15 severities (see 3.2.4).
(g) Details of electrical loading (see 3.2.7).
(h) Intermediate measurements and time intervals.
(j) Final measurements.
(k) Acceptable performance limits.
(1) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-2
AIR PRESSURE (LOW)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the ability of components to

withstand exposure conditions of air pressure (low).
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chamber used for this test shall be capable of maintaining the required
air pressure (low) to within ± 5 per cent of the appropriate severity over the period of
the test.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Testing
3.1.1 The components shall be placed in the chamber at the specified

temperature, if other than that specified for atmospheric conditions for testing and the
air pressure within the chamber shall be steadily reduced in 10 minutes or as specified
in the relevant component specification to the appropriate severity. The specified air
pressure (low) shall be maintained for the period specified.
3.1.2 While at the air pressure (low), the components shall be tested in
accordance with the relevant component specification.
3.1.3 At the end of the test period, the air pressure in the chamber shall be
returned steadily to normal using dry air in 10 minutes or as specified in the relevant
component specification. Care shall be taken that no condensation shall occur on the
components during their return to laboratory temperature in the testing chamber.
NOTE. - When this test is performed at low or high temperatures, the

chamber temperature shall be brought to the appropriate temperature
severity before reducing the air pressure.
3.2 Recovery
3.2.1 The components shall be removed from the test chamber and allowed to
remain under recovery conditions for a period of 1 to 2 hours or as specified by-the
relevant component specification (see Mote 3 to Appendix 'C' for exception).
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(c) The appropriate severity (see 3.1.1).
(d) The temperature (s) at which the test should be conducted, if other than
that specified for atmospheric conditions for testing (see 3.1.1).
(e) The duration of the test (see 3.1.1).
(f) Time duration for reduction of air pressure if oilier than 10 minutes (see
3.1.1) and time duration for restoration of air pressure to normal if other
than 10 minutes (see 3.1.3).
(g) Appropriate electrical loading.
(h) Intermediate measurements and time intervals (see 3.1-.2).
(1) Any deviation from the normal tests procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-3
CORROSIVE ATMOSPHERE (INDUSTRIAL)
UNDER CONSIDERATION
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TEST NUMBER-4
CORROSIVE ATMOSPHERE (SALT MIST)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the suitability of metals and
protective coatings (metallic and non-metallic) of components when subjected to a salt
laden atmosphere.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chamber and all its accessories shall be made of such materials that are
not themselves affected by the salt laden atmosphere or do not give rise to electrolytic
corrosion, when in contact with each other or the components.
2.2 The chamber shall consist of a lower part and an upper part connected
together. The components shall be placed in the upper part and the mist shall be
produced, in the lower part so that the spray does not directly impinge on the
components. Components shall be so arranged that no condensate can drip on them
and the spray circulates freely about all components to the same degree. The liquid
that comes in contact with the components during exposure shall not return to the salt
solution reservoir. The chamber shall be vented.
2.3 The working space of the chamber shall be capable of maintaining the
temperature of 35° C ± 2 degC. Satisfactory methods for controlling the temperature
accurately shall be by housing the apparatus in a properly controlled constant
temperature room, by thoroughly insulating the apparatus and preheating the air to the
proper temperature prior to atomization, and by jacketing the apart us and controlling
the temperature of the water or the air used. The use of immersion heaters within the
chamber shall be prohibited.
2.4 The conditions maintained at all part g of working space shall be such that
a suitable fog collecting receptacle placed at any point in the exposure zone shall
collect from 0.5 to 3.0 ml of solution per hour for each 80 cm' of horizontal collecting
area (10 cm dia) based on an average run of at least 16 hours. At least two clean fog
collecting receptacles shall be used, one placed near any nozzle and the other placed as
far as possible from all nozzles. The receptacles shall be fastened to ensure that they
are not shielded by the components and that no drops of solution from components or
other sources are collected. With nozzle made of material non-reactive to the salt
solution, suitable atomization has been obtained in chambers having a volume of less
than 0.34 m3- with the following conditions:
(a) Nozzle pressure from 83 to 124 k Pa.

(b) Orifices from 0.51 to 0.76 mm dia.
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(c) Atomization of approximately 2.9 liters of salt solution per 0.283 m- of

chamber volume per 24 hours.
When using chambers considerably in excess of 0.34 m^3 the above conditions may
have to be modified in order to meet the requirement for operating conditions.
2.5 The spray shall be produced by suitable atomizers employing compressed

air. The compressed air shall be free from all impurities such as oil and dirt. Means
shall be provided to humidify and warm the compressed air 9.5 required to meet the
operating conditions. The air pressure shall be suitable to produce a finely divided
dense fog with the atomizer or atomizers used. To insure against clogging, of the
atomizer by salt deposition, the air shall have a relative humidity of at least 85 per cent
Eor the 20 per cent solution and between 95 and 98 per cent for the 5 per cent solution,
at the point of release from the nozzle. A satisfactory method is to pass the air in very
fine bubbles through a tower containing heated water. The temperature of the water
should be 35° C, and often higher. The permissible temperature increases with
increasing volume of air and with decreasing heat insulation of the chamber and
temperature of its surroundings. It should not exceed a value above which an excess
of moisture is introduced into the chamber (for example, 44° C at an air pressure of 85
kPa), or a value which makes it impossible to meet the requirements for operating
temperature.
2.6 The salt solution used shall either be 5 or 20 per cent. The 5 per cent salt
solution shall, however, be preferred, unless the relevant component specification
specifies otherwise.
2.7 The distilled water used for making the salt solution shall not contain more
than 200 parts per million of total solids.
2.8 The composition and characteristics of the salt solution shall be as stated in
Table 4-1.
TABLE 4-1 COMPOSITION OF SALT SOLUTION

(Clause 2.8)
Requirements 20 Per Cent Solution 5 Per Cent Solution
Distilled water by mass 80 Parts 95 parts

Salt by mass 1/2/ 20 parts 5 parts
Specific Gravity 1.126 to 1.157 1.0268 to 1.0413
pH (35° C ± I degO 3./ 6.5 to 7.2 6.5 to 7.2
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l/ Sodium chloride .with not more than 0.1 per cent of sodium iodide and
not more than 0.3 per cent of total impurities.
2/ Tolerance ± 10 per cent.
3./ Only chemically pure grade hydrochloric acid or sodium hydroxide shall
be used to adjust the pH.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Preconditioning
3.1.1 Components shall be given a minimum of handling, par ocularly on the

significant surfaces, and shall be prepared fox test immediately before exposure.
Unless otherwise specified, uncoated metallic or metallic-coated components shall be
thoroughly cleaned of oil, dirt and grease, as necessary until the surface is free from
water break. The cleaning methods shall not include the use of corrosive solvents nor
solvents which deposit either corrosive or protective films, nor the use of abrasives
other than a paste of pure magnesium oxide. Components having an organic coating
shall not be solvent cleaned. Those portions of components which come in contact
with the support and, unless otherwise specified, in the case of coated components, cut
edges and surfaces not required to be coated, shall be protected with a suitable coating
of wax or similar substance impervious to moisture.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 Unless otherwise specified, flat components and, where practicable, other
components shall be supported in such a position that the significant surface is
approximately 15° from the vertical and parallel to the principal direction of horizontal
flow of the fog through the chamber. Other components shall be positioned so as to
ensure most uniform exposure. Wherever practicable, the components shall be
supported from the bottom or from the side. When the components are suspended from
the top, the suspension shall be by means of hooks made of glass or plastic material,
non-reactive to salt solution. The use of metal hooks is prohibited. The components
shall not shield one another from freely settling of salt mist and corrosion products.
Condensate of one component shall not fall upon any other.
3.2.2 The components shall be exposed to continuous salt-laden atmosphere in

the chamber, maintained at 35" C ± 2 degC for 48 hours unless 96 hours testing is
specified in the relevant component specification.
3.3 Recovery
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3.3.1 To aid in examination, the components shall then be rinsed in running

water not warmer than 38° C -with light brushing using a soft hair brush or plastic
bristle brush tb remove the salt deposits. The surplus water shall be removed by
shaking or as specified by the relevant component specification.
3.3.2 The components shall then remain under recovery conditions for a period
of I to 2 hours unless otherwise specified by the relevant component specification.

(a) Preconditioning (see 3.1).

(c) Concentration of salt solution, if other than 5 per cent (see 2.6).
(d) Duration of test, if other than 48 hours (see 3.2.2)
(e) Method of removal of surplus water, if other than by shaking (see
3.3.1).
(f) Period of recovery if other than I to 2 hours.
(g) Final measurements, if any.
(h) Acceptable performance limits.
(j) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-5
DAMP HEAT (CYCLIC)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object, of this test is to determine the suitability of components for use
and storage under condition of high relative humidity when combined with cyclic
temperature changes
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chamber shall be capable of controlling and varying cyclically the
temperature of the working space between 25" C ± 2 deg C and 55° C ± 2 deg C.
2.2 The chamber shall be capable of achieving in its working space the rate of
change of temperature as required in 3.1.4 to 3.1.8 and Fig 5-2.
2.3 The chamber shall be capable of maintaining 90 to 96 per cent relative

humidity during the period of high temperature and not less than 95 per cent relative
humidity during the rest of the cycle. To avoid the need for an instantaneous change in
the relative humidity at .the transition point of the cycle, it is permissible for the limits
of relative humidity to be widened as stated in 3. 1. 4 to 3. l.'8.
2.4 Condensed water shall be continuously drained from the chamber and shall
not be used again until it has been purified
2.5 When humidity conditions in the chamber are obtained by using

dematerialized water, this should have a resistively of not less than 500 ohm meters.
2.6 The temperature and relative humidity of the chamber shall be monitored
by sensing devices suitably located in the working space.
2.7 The conditions prevailing throughout the working space shall be uniform
and shall be as similar as possible to ,those prevailing in the immediate vicinity of the
sensing devices .
NOTE - In case of damp heat chambers employing steam injection, the air
velocity at the point accessible to the wet bulb thermometer shall be not
less than 3 m/s
2.8 The properties of the components or their loading shall not appreciably
influence the conditions within the working space of the chamber.
2.9 Any condensed water from the walls and roof of the chamber shall not fall
on the components.
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3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Testing
3.1.1 The components shall be introduced into the chamber while its working
space is under atmospheric conditions for testing.
3.1.2 The components shall be exposed to 25° C ± 2 degC and shall remain
under this condition till the temperature stability has been attained (see Fig 5-1).
During this period, the relative humidity shall be between 45 and 75 per cent.
3.1.3 The relative humidity of the chamber shall then be adjusted to 95 per cent.
The components shall remain exposed to 25° C ± 2 degC and a relative humidity of
not less than 95 per cent for I hour (see Fig 5-1).
3.1.4 The temperature of the chamber shall then be gradually raised to 55° C ± 2
degC. This shall be achieved in a period of 3 hours ± 30 minutes and at a rate which is
within the limits defined by the shaded area in Fig. 5-2. During this period, the relative
humidity shall be not less than 95 per cent, except during the last 15 minutes when it
shall be not less than 90 per cent (see Fig 5-2) . Condensation shall occur on the
surface of the components during this temperature rise period.
NOTE - The condition that condensation on the surface of the components

shall occur implies that the surface temperature of the components is below the dew
point of the working space of the chamber. This will necessitate that the construction
and size of the chamber are adequately related to the size and thermal capacity of the
components.
3.1.5 The temperature shall then be maintained at 55° C ± 2 deg C until

completion of 16 hours ± 30 minutes after the start of the cycle (see Fig. 5-2).
3.1.6 During this period the relative humidity shall be between 90 and 96 per
cent. For the first and the last 15 minute periods, it shall be not less than 90 per cent
(see Fig. 5-2). Condensation must not occur during the last 15 minutes.
3.1.7 The temperature she-ill then fall to 25° C ± 2 deg C within 3 to 6 hours.
The rate of fall for the first one and a half hours shall be such that if maintained as
indicated in Fig. 5-2; it would result in a temperature" of 25° C ± 2 deg C being
attained in 3 hours ± 15 minutes. During this period the relative humidity shall be not
less than 95 per cent, except for the first 15 minutes, when it shall be not less than 90
per cent (see Fig. 5-2).
3.1.8 The temperature shall then be maintained at 25° C ± 2 deg C with not less
than 95 -per cent relative humidity until the cycle of 24 hours is completed (see Fig. 5-
2). - This shall constitute one dam heat cycle.
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3.1.9 When more than one damp heat cycle are to be applied successively, these
conditions as stated in 3.1.4 to 3.1.8 shall be repeated (see Appendix C).
3.2 Recovery
3.2.1 The components shall then be removed from the chamber. After removal
from the chamber, surface condensation shall be removed from the components by
3.2.2 H12 and H13 severity components shall be subjected to a working test
within 15 minutes of removal from the chamber.
3.2.3 The components shall remain under recovery conditions for a period of I to
2 hours for H13 severity and 20 to 24 hours for H12 severity, unless otherwise


(c) The applicable severity (see 3.1.9)
(d) Method of removal of surface condensation (see 3.2.1)
(e) Details of working test (see 3.2.2).
(f) Intermediate measurements and time intervals.
(g) Period of recovery, if other than I to 2 hours for H13 severity and 20
to 24 hours for H12 severity.
(h) Final measurements.
(j) Acceptable performance limits.
(k) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-6
DAMP HEAT (MOISTURE RESISTANCE)
1. OBJECT
1.1. The object of this test is to determine in an accelerated manner, the

resistance of components and constituent materials to the deteriorative effects of the
high humidity and heat conditions typical of tropical environments.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 A damp heat chamber capable of satisfying the requirements specified in

2.1.1 to 2.1.9 shall be used for this test.
2.1.1 The chamber shall be capable of maintaining at any point in its working
space any temperature between 25° C ± 2 deg C and 65° C ±2 deg C. The material
used to fabricate the platform and stand offs, which support the components, shall be
non reactive in high humidity. Wood or plywood shall not be used because they are
resiniferous. Materials shall not be used if they contain formaldehyde or phenol in
their composition.
2.1.1.1 Opening of the chamber door - During the periods when the humidity is
ascending or descending, the chamber door shall not be opened. If the chamber door
must be opened, it should be opened during the 16th hour of an individual cycle.
When the chamber is at 25° C and the relative humidity tolerance must be maintained.
The chamber door should only be allowed to be opened for a short period of time.
2.1.2 The chamber shall be capable of achieving in its working space a rate of
change of temperature as specified in 3.2.1 to 3.2.8 and Fig. 6-1.
2.1.3 The chamber shall be capable of maintaining in its working space 90 to 100
per cent relative humidity at 25° C and 65° C as specified in 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.2.6. It
shall also be capable of maintaining a relative humidity of 80 to 100 per cent during
the temperature cycling periods as specified in 3.2.4.
NOTE - Allowance of 100 per cent relative humidity is intended to avoid

problems in reading values close to 100 per cent relative humidity, but
actual chamber operation shall be such as to avoid condensation.
2.1.4 Air circulation within the working space of the chamber shall be at a
minimum cubic rate per minute equivalent to 5 times the volume of working space of
the chamber.
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less than 3 m/s.
2.1.5 The temperature and relative humidity of the chamber shall be monitored
by sensing device located suitably in its working space.
2.1.6 Condensed water shall be continuously drained from the chamber and shall
not be used again until it has been purified.
2.1.7 When relative humidity conditions in the chamber are obtained by using
dematerialized water, this should have a resistively of not less than 500 ohm meters.
2.1.8 The properties of the components or their loading shall not appreciably
2.1.9 Any condensed water from the walls and roof of the chamber shall not fall
on the components.
2.1.10 For preconditioning the components, as specified in 3.1, a-dry heat

chamber shall be used. This dry heat chamber shall be capable of satisfying the
retirements specified for the test chamber for the temperature (dry heat) test (test
number 22).
2.1.11 For achieving the conditions specified in 3.2.7, if necessary, a separate-cold

chamber shall be used. This cold chamber shall be capable of satisfying the
requirements specified for the test chamber for the temperature (cold) test (test
number21).
2.1.12 For achieving the conditions specified in 3.2.8, a vibration generator shall
be used. This vibration generator shall be capable of satisfying the requirements
specified for the test equipment for the vibration test (test number 23).
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Preconditioning
3.1.1 Unless otherwise specified in the relevant component specification, the

component shall be dried in the dry heat chamber (2.1.10) at 50°' C ±2 deg C for 24
hours. .
3.1.2 The temperature of the components shall then be reduce to that specified
for atmospheric conditions for testing or any oilier temperature specified by the
relevant component specification and maintained at this temperature for such a period
as to enable the components to attain temperature stability/ prior to carrying out the
initial measurements as required by the relevant component specification.
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3.2 Testing
3.2.1 The components shall then be introduced into the damp heat chamber
maintained at 25° C ±2 deg C and relative humidity of 90 to 100 per cent. Components
shall be mounted by their normal mounting means, in their normal mounting position,
but shall be positioned so that they do not contact each other and so that each
specimen receives essentially the same degree of humidity.
3.2.2 The temperature of the chamber shall then be gradually raised to ()5" C ±2
deg C. This shall be achieved in a period of two and half hours, the relative humidity
being maintained between 90 and 100 per cent throughout this period.
3.2.3 The temperature and relative humidity conditions shall be maintained for
five and half hours from the start of the cycle.
3.2.4 The temperature shall then be allowed to fall to 25" C + 10 deg C, -2 deg C
within a period of two and a half hours, the relative humidity being maintained
between 80 and 100 per cent.
3.2.5 The sequence of operation described in 3.2.2 to 3.2.4 shall then be

repeated.
3.2.6 The relative humidity shall then be raised .to a level of 90 to 100 per cent
and the temperature shall be maintained at 25° C ±2 deg C for a period of 8 hours.
This completes one cycle of the test. An additional sub-cycle as stated in 3.2.7 and
3.2.8 Shall be performed during any 5 of the first 9 cycles during this 8 hours
period.
3.2.7 At least I hour but not more than 4 hours after beginning of the conditions
stated in 3.2.6, the components shall be subjected to one of the following conditions:
3.2.7.1 Exposure to cold in the same chamber
(a) The components shall be exposed to cold by lowering the temperature

of the chamber. Beginning between 17 and 18 hours after the start of the
cycle the temperature of the chamber shall be allowed to fall to -10° C ± 2
degC. This temperature shall be reached at eighteen and a half hours after
the start of the cycle.
(b) Beginning at eighteen and a half hours after the start of the 'cycle the
temperature shall be maintained at -10° C ± 2 deg C for a period of 3 hours.
(c) Beginning at twenty-one and a half hours after the start of the cycle the
temperature shall be raised to 25° C ±2 deg C in a period of between half
and one and a half hours.
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3.2.7.2 Exposure to cold in a separate chamber
(a) The components shall be transferred from the humidity chamber to the
cold chamber within a period of 5 minutes.
(b) The components shall then be exposed to a temperature of -10° C ±2

deg C for a period of 3 hours.
3.2.8 Within 15 minutes after completion of the conditions stated in 3.2.7, the
components shall be vibrated in the frequency range of 10 to 55 Hz for 15 minutes, at
atmospheric conditions for testing, using simple harmonic motion, having an
amplitude of 0.75 mm (1.5 mm total excursion). The entire frequency range from 10
to 55 Hz and return to 10 Hz shall be traversed in approximately I minute. The
components shall then be maintained at 25° C ± 2 deg C and 90 to 100 per cent
relative humidity for the remaining period of the cycle.
NOTE - Unless otherwise specified in the relevant component

specification, sub-cycle 3.2.8 is not applicable to components which
include test schedules with requirements of Test No. 23 (Vibration). Such
components must routinely be subjected to, and pass the normal Vibration
test in the specified test schedule.
3.2.9 If specified by the relevant component specification, the components shall

be electrically loaded during the exposure to humidity conditions. When applicable,
polarization voltage shall be 100 V dc or as specified.
3.2.10 The components shall be subjected to 10 continuous cycles as shown in Fig

6-1. In the event of no more than one unintentional test interruption (power
interruption or equipment failure) prior to the completion of the specified number of
cycles (except for the last cycle), the cycle shall be repeated and the test may continue.
Unintentional interruptions occurring during the last cycle require a repeat of the cycle
plus an additional uninterrupted cycle. Any intentional interruption, or any
unintentional interruption of greater than 24 hours requires
a complete retest .
3.2.11 On completion of the conditions stated in 3.2.4 of the final cycle, when
measurements at high relative humidity are specified by the relevant component
specification, the components shall be maintained at 25° C ± 2 deg C with 90 to 100
per cent relative humidity for a period of one and a half to three and a half hours, after
which the specified measurements shall be made. Due to the difficulty in making
measurements under high relative humidity conditions, the relevant component
specification shall specify the necessary precautions to be observed while making such
measurements. When measurements after high humidity are called for the components
shall be removed from the humidity chamber at the end of the final cycle, and the final
measurements shall be carried out within a period of I to 2 hours and the components
shall not be subjected to any means of artificial drying.
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3.3 Recovery
of 24 hours or as specified by the relevant component specification.
3.3.3 Carrying of final measurements during the 24 hours of recovery period is

permitted. However, failures shall be based on the performance after the 24 hours
period only.

(a) Preconditioning (see 3.1).

(b) Temperature for initial measurements (see 3.1.2).
(c) Initial measurements.
(d) Details of electrical loading (see 3.2.9), and the polarization voltage if
other than 100 V dc.
(e) Precautions while making measurements under high humidity
conditions (see 3.2.11).
(f) Intermediate measurements and time intervals (see 3.2.11).
(g) Period of recovery, if other than 24 hours.
(h) Method of removal of surface condensation (see 3.3.1).
(l) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-7
DAMP HEAT (STEADY STATE)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the suitability of components for use
and storage under conditions of high relative humidity. This test is primarily intended
to enable the observation of the effect of high relative humidity at constant
temperature over a specified period.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chamber shall be capable of maintaining at any point in its working
space a temperature with a tolerance of ± 0.5 degC of any value between 40° C ± 2
deg C with a relative humidity between 90 and 95 per cent.
NOTE - The temperature tolerance of ± 2 deg C is introduced in order to

take account of absolute errors in the measurements of slow changes of this
temperature and of temperature variation in the working space. The
temperature control shall keep the short term temperature fluctuation
within ± 0.5 deg C.
2.2 Condensed water shall be continuously drained from the chamber and shall
not be used again until it has been purified.
2.3 When high relative humidity conditions in the chamber are obtained by
using demineralised water, this should have a resistivity of not less than 500 ohm
metres.
2.4 The temperature and relative humidity of the chamber shall be monitored
by sensing devices suitably located in the working space.
2.5 The conditions prevailing throughout the working space shall be uniform
and shall be as similar as possible to those prevailing in the immediate vicinity of the
sensing devices.
less than 3 m/s.
2.7 Any condensed, water from the walls and roof of the chamber shall not fall
on the components.
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3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Testing
3.1.1 At the time of introducing the components into the chamber, care shall be
taken to avoid condensation on the components; this can be done by preheating the
components above the dry bulb temperature. The components shall be introduced into
the chamber which shall then be maintained at the temperature of 40° C ± 2 deg C
with a relative humidity between 90 and 95 per cent.
3.1.2 The temperature and relative humidity as specified in 3.1.1 shall be

maintained continuously for a period of 21 or 56 days, as appropriate to the damp heat
severity of the components (see Appendix 'C').
3.1.3 If so specified by the relevant component specification, the components

shall be electrically loaded during this exposure.
3.2 Recovery
2 hours for H13 severity and 20 to 24. hours for H12 severity, unless otherwise
4. INFORMATION TO BE GIVEN IM THE RELEVANT

(a) Preccnic itioning, if any.

(b) Initial measurements
(c) The applicable severe-.y (see 3.1.2).
(d) Initials of electrical oaring (see 3.1.3).
(e) Details of working test. (Sea. 3:2.2).
(g) Period of recovery, if other than I to 2 hours florin H13 severity aim
20 to 24 hours for 1112 severity.
(h) Method of removal of surface condensation (see 3.2.1)
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2.7 Any condensed, water from the walls and roof of the chamber shall not fall
on the components.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1.1 At the time of introducing the components into the chamber, care shall be
taken to avoid condensation on the components, this can be done by preheating the
components above the dry bulb temperature. The components shall be introduced or
into the chamber which shall then be maintained at the temperature of 40° C ± 2 deg C
with a relative humidity between 90 and 95 per cent.
3.1.2 The temperature and relative humidity as specified in 3.1.1 shall be

maintained continuously for a period of 21 or 56 days, as appropriate to the damp heat
severity of the components (see Appendix 'C').
3.1.3 If so specified by the relevant component specification, the components

shall be electrically loaded during this exposure.
3.2 Recovery
2 hours for HIS severity and 20 to 24 hours for Hl2 severity, unless otherwise
specified by the relevant Component specification.

COMPONENT SPECTFICATIQN

(c) The applicable severity (see 3.1.2).
(d) Details of electrical loading (see 3.1.3).
(e) Details of working test (see 3:2.2).
(g) Period of recovery, if other than I to 2 hours for Hl3 severity and 20
to 24 hours for HIS severity.
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(h) Method of removal of surface condensation (see 3.2.1).

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TEST NUMBER-8
DUST
1. OBJECT

withstand conditions encountered in dust laden environments.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chamber shall be capable of circulating dust in its working space in
such a manner as to produce a dust concentration sufficient to deposit 25 ± 5 grams of
dust in the dust measuring device specified under 2.5.
NOTE: Fig 8-1 indicates a suggested layout for this chamber.
2.2 This chamber shall also be capable of maintaining its working space at a
temperature of 40° C ± 3 deg C with a relative humidity not exceeding 50 per cent. In
all other respects, this chamber shall satisfy the requirements specified for the test
chamber for the temperature (dry heat). Test Number 22.
2.3 The dust used for this test shall be dry. It shall be heated to 40° C ± 3
degC before the agitation of the dust in the chamber is commenced. A sufficient
quantity of the dust shall be available in the chamber originally in order to give the
specified dust concentration throughout the chamber when measured with the Dust
Measuring Device specified under 2.5.
2.4 The dust shall conform to the following requirements:
2.4.1 Physical characteristics:
(a) 100 per cent dust shall pass through 150 micron IS Sieve.
(b) 98 ±2 per cent dust shall pass through 106 micron IS Sieve.
(c) 90 ±2 per cent dust shall pass through 75 micron IS Sieve.
(d) 75 ±2 per cent dust shall pass through 45 micron IS Sieve.
NOTE: - Particulars of IS Sieves referred to in 2.4.1 shall conform to IS

460 (Part 1).
2.4.2 Chemical composition : The chemical composition of the dust shall be as

indicated in Table 8-1.
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TABLE 8-1: CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF DUST

(Clause 2.4.2)
SUBSTANCE PER CENT BY MASS

S1O 97 to 99
2
Fe 0 0 to 2
23
AI 0 0 to 1
23
T1O 0 to 2
2
Mg0 0 to 1
Ignition losses 0 to 1
The PERCENTAGE BY WEIGHT values shown against substances other than Si02
refers only to acceptable impurity levels.
2.5 A dust measuring device is shown in Fig. 8-2. The device shall be kept at
any place within the dust chamber. The air shall be circulated for 5 minutes and the
dust shall be allowed to settle down. The amount of dust collected in the device shall
be 25 ± 5 grams.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Testing
3.1.1 The components shall be introduced into the chamber under atmospheric
conditions for testing. The temperature of the chamber shall then be raised to 40° C ±3
deg C. The relative humidity shall be maintained at a value not exceeding 50 per cent.
3.1.2 After temperature stability has been attained, the components shall be
subjected to the stream of dust laden air for a period of I hour or any other period
specified in the relevant component specification. During this period the dust
concentration shall be maintained as in 2.1.
3.1.3 During the test, the components shall be electrically loaded and/or
operated, if so specified by the relevant component specification.
3.2 Recovery
3.2.1 The components shall be removed from the chamber and allowed to remain
under recovery conditions for a period of I to 2 hours or as specified by the relevant
component specification.
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3.2.2 The accumulated dust shall be removed before final measurements are
made by brushing, wiping or shaking, care being taken to avoid introduction of
additional dust into the component. Under no circumstances shall the dust be removed
by an air blast or by vacuum cleaning.

(a) Preconditioning, if any".

(c) Duration of testing if other than I hour (See 3.1.2).
(d) Details of electrical loading and mechanical operation (See 3.1.3).
(e) Intermediate measurements and time intervals.
(f) Period of recovery, if other than I to 2 hours.
(g) Final measurements.
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TEST NUMBER-9
EXPLOSION
UNDER CONSIDERATION
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TEST NUMBER-10
FLAMMABILITY
1. OBJECT
1.1.1 The object of this test is to determine whether components will support
combustion.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chamber shall consist of an enclosure protected from air currents, but
provided with means of venting fume's and admitting an, adequate supply of fresh air
at the bottom.
NOTE -1: A metal box about 600 mm wide, 900 mm high and 600 mm
deep, with a detachable front, a viewing window and suitable holes for.
Intake of" air and venting of fumes car be used.
NOTE-2: Adequate safety precautions shall be taken to protect personnel

from possible explosion of the components.
2.2 A suitable stand or support for the components involving a. minimum of.
heat .retransfer shall be used 'inside the chamber.
2.3 A spirit burner of the. Pattern shown in Fig 10 -I shall be used. The fuel
for-the burner shall be good quality 66 0.P.industrial methylated spirit containing nbfc
more than'5 per cent of wood naptha. The burner and the flame are considered
satisfactory if, a bare.copper wi.re 0.7l mm dia having a free length of notless than 100
mm in the flame in the position to be occupied by the components, melts in less than 6
seconds.
NOTE - The melting point of copper is 1083° C.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1.1 The components shall be mounted on the stand, placed within the test
chamber so that they are not shielded from the flame by the support. The precise
orientation of the components relative Co the flame, it not seated in the relevant
component specification, shall be that judged to be the most unfavorable or which
presents maximum surface to the test flame. The height of the components shall be so
adjusted that the lowest part of the body of the component is 51 ± 1mm from the top of
the burner as shown in Fig. 10-2.
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3.2 Testing
3.2.1 After confirming that the flame is satisfactory as specified in 2.3, the
burner shall be placed underneath the components in such a manner that they are
enveloped by the flame. The components shall be exposed to the flame to either I
minute or any lesser time necessary .to cause ignition.
3.2.2 If ignition of the components has occurred, it shall not continue for more
than 15 seconds or .any other period specified in the relevant component specification
after withdrawal of the flame.
3.2.3 The components shall be deemed to- have failed if burning particles
become detached from them.
4. INFORMATION TO BE GIVEN IN THE RELEVAUT


(b) Initial measurements, if any.
(c) Specific mounting (orientation) instructions (see 3.1.1).
(d) Permissible period of burning after withdrawal of flame, if other than
15 seconds (see 3.2.2).
(e) Final measurements, if any,
(f) Acceptable performance limits, if other than those specified in 3.2.2
and-3.2.3.
(g) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER -11
IMPACT (BUMP)
1. OBJECT

withstand repeated bumps without mechanical damage or malfunctioning.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 The bump test machine used for this test shall be capable of generating a
pulse approximating to one half cycle of a sine wave as shown by dotted lines in Fig
11-1. The ideal pulse shall have a peak acceleration of 400 m/s'2 with a duration of 6
ms. The acceleration and time duration shall be achieved within the tolerance shown
by thick lines in Fig. 11-1.
2.2 The bump repetition rate shall be such that, between impacts, the relative
motion within the component shall be substantially zero and the values of the
acceleration at the monitoring point shall be within the limits shown .in Fig. 11-1.
NOTE - A bump repetition rate of I to 3 bumps per second is usually

adequate to reduce secondary bumps to a minimum.
2.3 The actual velocity change shall be within ± 20 per cent of the value
corresponding to the nominal pulse i.e., 1.50 m/s. To determine the velocity change,
the actual pulse should be integrated from 0.4 D before the pulse to O.I D beyond the
pulse, where, D is the duration of the nominal pulse (see Fig. 11-1).
2.4 The positive or negative peak acceleration at the monitoring point

perpendicular to the 'intended direction of bumps shall not exceed at any time 30 per
cent of the nominal value of the peak acceleration in' the intended direction, when
determined with a measuring system conforming to 2.6 to 2.8.
2.5 When the bump test machine and fixtures are loaded with the components
and any other necessary load for the testing, the applied bumps shall, at the monitoring
point, have the characteristics specified in 2.1 to 2.4.
2.6 The acceleration measuring device shall be an accelerometer placed at the

monitoring point. This point shall be the component fixing point nearest to the centre
of the table surface, unless, there is a fixing point having a more rigid connection to
the table, in which case, the latter shall be chosen.
2.7 The accuracy of the measuring system shall be such that it can determine
the true value within the given tolerances.
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2.8 The frequency response of the overall measuring system including the
accelerometer shall be within the limits shown in Fig. II-2.
NOTE - When it is necessary to employ filters to reduce the effect of- any
high frequency resonance inherent in the accelerometer, it may be
necessary to examine the amplitude and phase characteristics of the
measuring system in order to avoid distortion of the reproduced waveform.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1.1 The components shall be mechanically secured to the bump test: machine
either directly or by means of fixture as specified in 3.1.2 to 3.1.7.
3.1.2 Mounting fixtures shall be such as to subject the components to bumps in

each plane and sense as specified.
3.1.3 Components having unique means of mounting shall be so mounted.
terminations. Either the body and the terminations, or the terminatifans only, may be
secured to rigid pillars leaving 5 to 8 between the point of emergence of the
terminations and the pillars. Similar components weighing 15 grams and more shall be
clamped so as to avoid any stress on the terminations.
3.1.6 Components with radial terminations and components laving unusual mass
distribution shall be mounted as specified in the relevant component specification.
measurements shall add a minimum of mass and place minimum of restraint on the
components.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 For the testing of components, the preferred number of bumps shall be
4000 ± 10.
3.2.2 The specified number of bumps shall be applied simultaneously in each

sense of three mutually perpendicular planes to 6 components, one mounted in each of
the six senses unless otherwise specified in the relevant component specification.
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NQTE - When the number of components available is less than six, the
specified number of bumps shall be applied to the reduced number of
components in such a manner that a test is made in each of the six senses.
According to the number of components, the test shall be applied as
follows:
(a) Three to five components - Three components shall be tested, each of

them in two of six possible senses.
(b) Two components - Each component shall be tested in three of the six
possible senses.
(c) One component - The component shall be tested in each of the six
possible senses.
The total number of bumps for each component shall, however, be limited to 4000 ±
10.
3.2.3 While being bumped, the components shall be electrically loaded and/or
operated and measured, if so specified by the relevant Component specification.


(c) Any special mounting requirements (see 3.1).
(d) Applicability of special procedure, if the number of components is
less than 6 (see note under 3 . 2 . 2 ) .
(e) The details of electrical loading and operation during the test (see
3.2.3).
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TEST NUMBER-11 A
IMPACT (RANDOM DROP)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the effect of random, repeated
impacts due to handling, transportation and other field service conditions on
components. The test is an accelerated test designed to indicate structural and
mechanical weaknesses of types not necessarily detected in shock and vibration tests.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 The random drop test machine consists of an assembly of either 2 or 4 steel
cages as shown in Fig IIA-I with provisions for rotation about a common axis.
2.2 The interior of each cage shall be as shown in Fig. IIA-2.
2.3 Steel sleeves as shown in Fig IIA-3 shall be used to mount the component.
2.4 A typical 4 cage machine is shown in Fig IIA-4.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1.1 The component shall be rigidly mounted by normal mounting means in- the
steel sleeve so that no part of the component, including terminations or external
hardware of the component, will extend beyond the sleeve.
3.1.2 When necessary, a suitable adapter may be used within the sleeve. End
caps shall not be used on the sleeves. Through bolts may be employed as needed to
mount the component in the sleeve.
3.1.3 Only one sleeve shall be placed in each cage during test. The number of
components mounted in each sleeve shall be limited only by the available space.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 Components shall be subjected to the random drop test for a period of 45
minutes at a' speed of approximately 5 revolutions per minute. The machine shall be
rotated in the direction shown in Fig. IIA-2.
3.2.2 Upon completion of the test, measurements shall be made as specified.
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(a) Initial measurements.

(b) Any special mounting requirements.
(c) Final measurements.
(d) Acceptable performance limits.
(e) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-12
IMPACT - (SHOCK)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object, of this test is to determine the structural integrity and
performance of components when they are subjected to non-repetitive mechanical
shocks.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 When the shock test machine and the associated fixtures are loaded with
the component, the applied shocks shall, at the monitoring point, have any of the
characteristics specified in 2.2.
2.2 The shock test machine shall be capable of generating a I pulse

approximating to one of the following nominal acceleration versus time curves:
(a) Final-peak saw tooth curve which is an asymmetrical triangle with a

short fall time as shown by the dotted line in Fig. 12-2.
(b) Half-sine curve which is one half cycle of a sine wave as shown by the
dotted in fig. 12-3.
(c) Trapezoidal curve with short rise and fall times as shown by the dotted
line in Fig. 12-4.
2.3 The true value of the actual shock pulse shall be within the tolerances
shown by the solid lines in Fig.12-2, 12-3, 12-4.
2.4 For all pulse shapes, the actual velocity change shall I be within ± 10 per
cent of the value corresponding to the nominal pulse. To determine the velocity
change, the actual pulse should be integrated from 0.4 D before the pulse to O.I D
beyond the pulse, where D is the duration of the nominal pulse (see Fig. 12-2, 12-3,
12-4).
2.5 The positive or negative peak acceleration at the monitoring point

perpendicular to the intended shock direction, shall not exceed at arty time 30 per cent
of the value of peak Nl acceleration of nominal pulse in the intended direction, when
determined with a measuring system conforming to 2.6 to 2.8.
2.6 The shock pulse shall be measured by an accelerometer placed at the

monitoring point. This point shall be the component fixing point nearest to the centre
of the table surface, unless there is a fixing point having a more rigid connection to the
table, in which case, the latter point shall be chosen.
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2.7 The accuracy of the measuring system shall be such that it can determine
the true value of acceleration within the given tolerances.
2.8 The frequency response of the overall measuring system, including the
accelerometer, shall be "within the limits shown in Fig. 12-1.
NOTE - When it is necessary to employ filters to reduce the effect of any

high frequency resonances inherent in the accelerometer, it may be necessary to
examine the amplitude and phase characteristics of the measuring system in order to
avoid distortion of reproduced waveform.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1.1 The component shall be secured to the shock test machine either directly or
by means of fixture as specified in 3.1.2103.1.7.
3.1.2 Mounting fixture shall be such as to subject the components to shocks in

each plane and sense.
3.1.3 Components having a unique method of mounting shall be so mounted.
shall be such that the test conditions applied should dynamically loacT the body and/or
terminations. Either the body and the termination, or the termination only, may be
clamped, as specified by the relevent component specification.
3.1.5 Components with axial termination weighing less the 15 grams shall be
secured to rigid pillars leaving 5 to 8mm between the point of emergence of
terminations and the pillars. .Similar components weighing 15 grams and more shall
be clamped so as to avoid any stress on the terminations.
3.1.6 Components with radial termination and components having unusual mass
distribution shall be mounted as specified in the relevant component specification.
measurements shall add a minimum of mass and place a minimum restraint on the
components.
3.1.8 The relevant 'component specification shall state whether the gravitational
force is important, in case it is important, the components shall be so mounted that the
gravitational force acts in the same direction as it would be in Service vise. Where the
effect of gravitational force is not important, the components may be mounted in any
plane or sense.
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3.2 Testing
3.2.1 A shock severity for a selected pulse shape (see 2.2) shall be given by the
combination of the peak acceleration and the duration of the nominal pulse. The
relevant component specification shall choose the appropriate severity from those
listed in Table 12-1.
TABLE 12-1: SHOCK SEVERITIES

(Clause 3.2.1)
VELOCITY CHANGE
PEAK DURATION FINAL HALF TRAPOZOIDAL
SEVERITY ACCELRATION OF THE PEAK SINE m/s
(A) m/s PULSE ms m/s m/s
$ 10 300 18 7.65 3.37 4.77
$ 11 300 11 1.62 2.06 2.91
$ 12 500 11 2.69 3.43 4.86
$ 13 750 6 2.19 2.80 -
$ 14 1000 6 2.94 3.74 5.40
$ 15 5000 1 - 3.12 -
$ 16 10000 0.5 - 3.12 -
$ 17 15000 0.5 - 4.68 -
$ 18 30000 0.2 - 3.74 -
3.2.2 The half-sine pulse shape shall be the preferred pulse shape unless
otherwise specified in the relevant component specification.
3.2.3 The components mounted as described in 3.1 and electrically loaded if so

required by the relevant component specification shall be subjected to 3 successive
shocks of appropriate severity in both the senses in each of the 3 mutually
perpendicular planes so chosen that the faults are most likely to be revealed (i.e. a total
of 18 shocks).


(c) The appropriate shock severity.
(d) The pulse shape, if other than half-sine.
(e) Whether gravitational force is important (see 3.1.8).
(f) Any special mounting requirements (see 3.1).
(g) The details of electrical loading (see 3.2.3)
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Fig 12-1 FREQUENCY RESPONSE FOR MEASURING SYSTEM FOR IMPACT

(SHOCK) TEST
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TEST NUMBER-13
LIFE: (ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the effect on the components due to
exposure for a specified duration of time and/or for a specified number of mechanical
operations at elevated temperatures combined with or without specified electrical
stress.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The test chamber shall be capable of maintaining its working space at a
temperature of 70° C± 3 deg C or any other selected temperature (s) in the range of
severities of the temperature (dry heat) test within a tolerance of ± 3 deg C . In all
other respects the chamber shall conform to the requirements specified for the test
chamber for the temperature (dry heat) test (Test Number 22) -
2.2 While the components are maintained at the required temperature, it shall
be possible to apply the required electrical stress and/or mechanical operations, in the
manner specified by the relevant component specification.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Mounting of Components 3.1.1 Components shall be mounted as specified

by their normal mounting means. When group of components are to be subjected to
test simultaneously, the mounting distance between components shall be as specified
for the individual groups. When the distance is not specified, the mounting distance
shall be sufficient to minimize the temperature of one component affecting the
temperature of another. Components fabricated of different materials, which may have
detrimental effect on each other and alter the results of this test shall not be tested
simultaneously.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 The components mounted as specified in 3.1 shall be placed in the chamber
conforming to the requirements of 2.1 and shall be subjected to electrical and
or/mechanical stresses as specified by the relevant component specification. The
temperature of the chamber shall be adjusted to the specified value and shall be
maintained at this value throughout the test.
3.2.2 Unless otherwise specified by the relevant component specification, the

duration of this test shall be one of the values specified in Table 13.1.
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TABLE 13-1: TIME DURATION FOR LIFE TEST

(Clause 3.2.2)
TIME
HOURS
100
250
500
1000
2000
3000
5000
10000
30000
50000
3.2.3 If the number of mechanical operations are to be carried out instead of time
duration, unless otherwise specified by the relevant component specification, the
number of operations for this test shall be one of the values specified in Table 13-2.
TABLE 13-2 NUMBER OF OPERATIONS FOR LIFE TEST

(Clause 3.2.3)
NUMBER OF OPERATIONS
100
200
500
1000
2000
3000
5000
10000
15000
25000
50000
100000
200000
300000
500000
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3.2.4 Throughout the duration of this test, the required electrical and/or
mechanical stresses shall be applied to the components in the manner specified by the
relevant component specification which, if required, shall also specify monitoring or
measuring of selected electrical characteristics during this period.
3.3 Recovery
3.3.1 The components shall be removed from the chamber. The components
shall then be allowed to remain under recovery conditions for two hours, or such
longer period as is required to attain temperature stability.


(c) The temperature at which the test shall be carried out (see 3.2.1).
(d) Whether the test is to be repeated in part or whole at any other
temperature.
(e) The period, manner and rate of application of the electrical and/or
mechanical stresses (see 3.2.4)
(f) Duration of the test (see 3.2.2)
(g) The maximum permissible surface temperature of the components, if
applicable.
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TEST NUMBER-14
MOULD GROWTH
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine whether the components will resist
mould attack.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The test chamber used for small components shall conform to the
requirements stated in 2.1.1 to 2.1.5.
2.1.1 The chamber shall be capable of maintaining its working space at a

temperature between 28° C and 30° C.
2.1.2 Any periodic change of temperature inside the chamber shall not exceed a
rate of 1° C per hour.
2.1.3 The components and the control strips specified in 3.3 shall be contained
within glass containers with close fitting lids.
2.1.4 The containers shall have free water exposed at all times in the base to
maintain a relative humidity greater than 90 per cent inside them. The components and
control strips shall not rest in this water or be splashed by it. '
2.1.5 The lids of containers shall be removed for a few seconds once in a week to
ensure a regular supply of fresh oxygen to the growing moulds.
NOTE - If the chamber or the containers or both become contaminated, it is

desirable to clean the same. The preferred method is to sterilize the same
with the help of an autoclave. Where heating cannot be tolerated, an
alternative method is to dry fumigate with propylene oxide, finally washing
with water containing a detergent and ventilating to remove the oxide
fumes.
2.2 When components are too large for the containers mentioned in 2.1.3 they
shall be tested in a chamber conforming to the requirements stated in 2.2.1 to 2.2.5.
2.2.1 The chamber shall be capable of maintaining its working space at a

temperature between 28° C and 30° C.
2.2.2 Any periodic, change of temperature shall not exceed a rate of I" C per
hour.
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2.2.3 The chamber shall have no aided circulation of air within it and the relative
humidity shall be maintained at a value greater than 90 per cent by exposing a large
area of water slurry of potassium sulphate (K2SO4).
2.2.4 The chamber shall have a well sealed door to prevent exchange of
atmosphere between inside and outside.
2.2.5 The door of the chamber shall be opened for a few minutes, once a week to
renew the oxygen-supply and to add further water to the slurry.
NOTE - If the chamber becomes contaminated so that it is desirable to

clean it, the only cleaning procedure allowed shall be that described in the
Note under 2.1.5.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Cultures
3.1.1 The cultures used for this test shall be obtained from an official mould
research station.
NOTE - Owing to a large number of generations in the genetic history of

the standard cultures, it is possible for them to suffer variation in their
ability to atttack certain materials. The assessment of the ability requires a
high degree of mycological skill and the research station supplying these
cultures for test purposes should certify that they are as suitable for this test
procedure as those previously supplied and considered acceptable.
3.1.2 The following cultures shall be used together for performing this test.
Culture Strain
(a) Aspergillus niger V. Tieghem
(b) Aspergillus terreus Thorn.
(c) Aureobasidiurn pullulans (De Barry) Arnaud
(d) Paecilomyces varioti Bainier
(e) Penicillium funiculosurn Thorn
(f) Penicilliurn ochrochloron Biourge
(g) Seopulariopsis brevicaulis (Sacc) Bain Var.
Glabra Thom.
(h) Trichoderrna viride Pers. Ex Fr.
3.1.3 The cultures shall be supplied, as spores on agar medium in glass

containers with cotton plugs or as considered appropriate by the rnycological institute
supplying thern.
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3.1.4 The cultures shall be stored in a refrigerator at a temperature between 5° C

and 10° C. The cultures shall be used for preparing the test suspension when they are
between 14 and 21 days old. The stoppers shall not be removed until the mould
suspension is about to be made and only one suspension shall be made from the
opened container. A fresh unopened container shall be used for each batch of
suspension. The suspension shall be used on the same day during which it is prepared
and shall not be stored for future use.
3.2 Mould Suspensions
3.2.1 The mould suspension shall be prepared in distilled water to which has
been added 0.05 per cent of a non-fungicidal wetting agent. An agent based on N-
Methyl tauride (lgepon) or on diocty 1 sodium sulphosuccinate is suitable.
3.2.2 Ten millilitres of the water and the required wetting agent shall be added
gently to each phial or tube. A platinum or a nichronie wire shall be sterilized by
heating to red heat in a flame and allowed to cool. This wire shall be used to scrape
gently the surface of the culture to liberate the spores. The liquid shall be gently
agitated to disperse the spores without detaching mycelial fragments and the mould
suspension shall then be gently decanted into a flask.
3.2.3 All the eight dispersions shall be shaken vigorously together in a flask to
mix thoroughly and to break up any clumps of spores.
3.3 Control Strips
3.3.1 The control strips shall consist of '3 strips of pure white filter paper soaked
with nutrient salt solution described in 3. 3. 2.
3.3.2 The nutrient salt solution shall consist of a solution of the following
materials in distilled water.
(a) Potassium dihydrogen orthophosphate (KH2PO4) 0.7 g

(b) Potassium monohydrogen orthophosphate (KHPO) 0.3 g
(c) Magnesium sulphate (MgSO4 7H2O) 0.5 g
(d) Sodium nitrate (NaNO3) 2.0 g
(e) Potassium Chloride (KCI) 0.5 g
(f) Ferrous sulphate (FeSO4 7H20) 0.01 g
(g) Sucrose 30.0 g
3.3.3 The quantities specified in 3.3.2 are the amounts required for a litre of'
distilled water.
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3.3.4 The control strips shall be placed in a small glass dish and covered with the
nutrient salt solution. The strips shall be removed from this solution and allowed to
drain free of drips immediately before use.
3.3.5 The control strips shall be freshly prepared on the same day during which
they will be used for test.
3.3.6 A freshly prepared solution of nutrient salts shall be used for preparing
each batch of control strips.
3.4 Pre-conditioning
3.4.1 The components shall be visually examined.
3.4.2 The components shall then be cleaned in ethanol or in water containing a

detergent. Care shall be taken at all times to avoid touching the components with bare
hands.
3.4.3 The components, shall be sprayed with the mixed spore suspension in
water. The spray shall be generated by a nozzle large enough not to be 'blocked by the
fragments -of mycelium. The spray shall impinge on all surfaces of the components.
3.5 Testing
3.5.1 The three control strips shall also be sprayed with the same spore
suspension used for the components.
3.5.2 In case of small components, the components and 3 control strips are
placed within individual containers which are then introduced into the chamber (see
2.1), maintained between 28° C and 30° C.
3.5.3 In case of large components, the components and 3 control strips shall
together be introduced into the chamber (see 2.2), maintained between 28° C and 30°
C.
3.5.4 The components and the control strips shall be placed in the
container/chamber within 15 minutes of spraying and shall not be unduly disturbed,
except for opening container lids and/or chamber door each week, until completion of
the test.
3.5.5 If no mould growth is visible on any one of the control strips when first
opened 7 days after spraying, the test shall be considered void and shall be
recommenced.
3.5.6 Provided that the mould growth on the control strips indicates that the
conditions are suitable, the components shall be exposited continuously for 28 days.
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3.5.7 The components shall be removed from the container/chamber after 28

days of exposure and examined immediately under 10 power magnification. There
shall be no mould growth visible on the components.
NOTE - The mould growth if exposed to the drier atmosphere of 'the

laboratory will begin to dry and hence any microscopic examination must
be carried out quickly.
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TEST NUMBER-15
RESISTANCE TO SOLDERING HEAT
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the ability of a component to

withstand the heating effect associated with soldering.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 Solder Bath
2.1.1 The solder bath used for this test shall have a volume sufficieilt to ensure
that the temperature of the solder remains substantially uniform when the terminations
are introduced. It shall also be ensured that the terminations shall not be closer than 10
mm to the walls and base of the bath. The bath shall be capable of maintaining the
solder at the specified temperature.
NOTE - The molten solder may be agitated to assure that the temperature is
uniform. The surface of the solder shall be kept clean and bright.
2.1.2 The exposed area of the surface of the solder in the bath shall be reduced as
far as possible (for example, by the use of a sheet of asbestos) in order that the
component shall not be heated by direct radiation from the bath.
2.1.3 The solder bath shall be fitted with a mechanical dipping device capable of
immersing and withdrawing the terminations at a rate of 20 to 30 mm per second and
maintaining a dwell time as specified in Table 15-1.
2.2 Solder
2.2.1 The solder used shall be soft solder conforming to grade Sn 60 of IS 193.
2.2.2 The flux used shall be 25 per cent by mass of water white rosin and 75 per
cent by mass of 99 per cent isopropyl alcohol.
2.3 Mounting Board
2.3.1 A mounting board in accordance with JSS 51701 (Type GF Unclad), 64

cm^2 minimum area (8x8, 4x16 etc.). 1.6 ± 0.18 mm thick shall be used. Component
terminations holes shall be drilled from 0.05 to 0.5 mm diameter larger than the
termination diameter. Metal eyelets or feed through shall not be used.
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3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 General
3.1.1 The test shall be performed on all solder terminations attached to the
component part not specifically exempted in the relevant component specification.
Two separate solder dip procedures are covered in this test method (Procedure - I to
accommodate the common practice of hot solder dipping (tinning) of leaded
component parts, and Procedure - 2 to simulate a solder wave technique. One of the
following procedures shall be made applicable:
(a) Procedure I - In this procedure the specified number of terminations

(see 3.1.1) with any special preparation (see 3.1.4) shall be immersed in the
solder bath (see 2.1) to the depth specified. Terminations shall be
immersed simultaneously if the geometry of the component so permits.
The applicable test condition, A, B or C, will be specified in the relevant
component specification (see 3.1.2). Unless otherwise specified, Test
Condition "B' shall apply.
(b) Procedure 2 - In this procedure, the terminations of the components as

mounted on the board material (see 2.3) shall be immersed in the solder
bath (see 3.1) so that the bottom of the board rests on the molten solder.
The applicable test condition, D, E or F, shall be as specified in the
relevant component specification (see 3.1.2). Unless otherwise specified
Test Condition "D' shall apply.
3.1.2 The specific combination of solder dip method, solder bath temperature,
and immersion duration shall be selected from Test Conditions listed in the Table 15-
1.
TABLE 15-1: TEST CONDITIONS

(Clauses 2.1.3 and 3.1.2)
Test Condition Applicable for Temperature of Immersion Duration

Solder Bath (Dwell Time in seconds)
A Procedure 1 340 to 360° C 3 + 1/2-0
B 1/ Procedure 1 255 to 265° C 10 ± I
C Procedure 1 255 to 265° C 20 ± I
D 2/ Procedure 2 255 to 265° C 10 ± 2
E Procedure 2 255 to 265° C 20 ± 2
F Procedure 2 275 to 285° C 30 ± 2
NOTES - 1/ Preferred Test Condition under Procedure 1.
2/ Test Condition D under Procedure 2 is preferred for PCB through-hole

mounted components.
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3.1.3 The use of heat sinks or shielding, except for the mounting board of
Procedure 2 (see 2.3) is prohibited except when it is a part of the component. When
applicable, heat sinks or shielding shall be as specified in the relevant component
specification, including all of the details, such as materials., dimensions, method of
'attachment and location-of the necessary protection.
3.1.4 Any special preparation of components, prior to testing, shall be as

specified in the relevant component specification. This shall include details of
bending or any other reorientation of termination, cleaning, application of fluid,
pertaining, and the attachment of heat sinks or protective shielding (see 3.1.3).
Components mounted on a board shall not be in contact with each other, however,
they shall be in contact with the board. Hole placement shall be such that the shortest
possible termination length from the component body to the board shall be
accommodated.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 Procedure 1
3.2.1.1 Unless otherwise specified in the relevant component specification, the

wire terminations of components shall be immersed in such a manner as to leave a
clearance of 6 mm from the point, where the termination emerge from the body of cap
of the component.
3.2.1.2 Unless otherwise specified in the relevant component specification, the tag
terminations of components shall be immersed in a depth of 3 mm beyond the place
intended for the connection of wires referred to the free end or one half of the tag
length, whichever is less.
3.2.1.3 The terminations shall be immersed to the depth specified for the solder dip
for a period of 5 to 10 seconds in the flux which is maintained between 15° C and 35°
C.
3.2.1.4 The fluxed terminations shall then be mechanically immersed at a rate of

20 to 30 mm per second into the solder bath, which has just previously been skimmed
of dross and burnt flux. The solder bath shall be maintained at the temperature as
applicable for the specified Test Condition (see 3.1.1 (a) and 3.1.2).
3.2.1.5 The terminations shall be allowed to remain in the solder bath for the dwell
time as applicable for the specified Test Condition (see 3.1.1 (a) and 3.1.2) at the end
of which period, they shall be withdrawn mechanically from the solder bath at a rate of
20 to 30 mm per second.
3.2.1.6 After the dip, the components shall be allowed to cool and stabilize at
laboratory ambient conditions and then visually examined. There shall be no evidence
of damage due to heating on the surface of the components when examined under 10
power magnification.
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3.2.1.7 Any additional examinations and measurements to be made before and

after tests, shall be as per the relevant component specification. When specified, an
internal examination of the component shall also be made after the test to check for
solder re flow or heat damage.
3.2.2 Procedure 2
3.2.2.1 Mounting of Components on the Board Material – The following guide lines
shall be applicable (See Fig. 15-1):
(a) Wire terminations - Wire terminations shall be brought through the

board holes and bent atleast 30° from a line perpendicular to the board.
The terminations shall extend .27mm to 2.54 mm from the bottom of the
board. Axial terminations shall be bent at a 90° angle at a point between
1.52 mm and 2.05 mm from the body, eyelet fillet or weld unless otherwise
specified (See Fig. 15-1).
(b) Pin terminations - Where the component is designed with rigid pin
terminations, the full length of the termination &'hall be retained. Pin fc-
erminations shall not be cut or bent.
3.2.2.2 When flux is used, the conditions stipulated at 3.2.1.3 will be applicable.
3.2.2.3 The terminations mounted on the board material shall be immersed in the
solder bath which has just previously been skimmed of dross and burnt flux, so that
the bottom of the board rests on the molten solder. The solder bath shall be maintained
at the temperature as applicable for the specified test condition (See 3. 1. I (b) and
3.1.2).
3.2.2.4 The terminations shall be allowed to remain immersed in the solder bath
for the dwell time as applicable for specified Test Condition (See 3.1.1 (b) and 3.1.2),
at the end of which period, the board shall be removed from the vicinity of the molten
layer of solder.
3.2.2.5 After the dip, the components shall be allowed to cool and stabilize at
laboratory ambient conditions and then visually examined. There shall be no damage
due to heating on the surface of the components when examined under 10 power
magnification.
3.2.2.6 When specified, an internal examination of the component shall also be

made after the test to check for solder re flow or heat damage.
3.3 Recovery
2 hours or as specified in the relevant component specification.
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(c) Applicable procedure (see 3.1.2).
(d) Details of heat sinks or shielding (see 3.1.3).
(e) Special preparation of the components, if any (see 3.1.4).
(f) Period of recovery if other than I to 2 hours.
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TEST NUMBER-16
RESISTANCE TO SOLVENTS
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the deleterious effects caused on
components when subjected to solvents and processes (normally used to clean solder
flux, finger prints and other contaminants from printed wiring and terminal board
assemblies etc.) and to verify that the markings or colour codings remain legible, and
without discolouration. This test can also be used to verify that component protective
coatings and encapsulant materials are not degraded to the point where electrical or
mechanical integrity is disturbed when subjected to
such solvents and processes.
NOTE - When this test is referenced, care should be exercised to assure that
conflicting requirements, as far as the properties of the specified finishes
and markings are concerned, are not invoked.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 A suitable container made of non reactive material and of a sufficient size
to permit complete immersion of the components in the solvent solutions (See 2.2)
shall be used.
2.2 The solvent solutions (See NOTE) used in this test shall consist of the
following:
(a) SOLVENT SOLUTION - I (l/): A mixture of one part by volume of

isopropyl alcohol, and three parts by volume of mineral spirits or three
parts by volume of a mixture 'of 80 per cent by volume of kerosene and 20
per cent by volume of ethyl benzene.
(b) SOLVENT SOLUTION - 2 (2./) : A terpene defluxer consisting of a

minimum of 90 per cent d-limonene and 10 per cent surfactant.
(c) SOLVENT SOLUTION - 3 (3./) : A mixure of 42 parts by volume of

water (I megohm - cm minimum resistivity), one part by volume of
propylene glycol monomethyl ether (glycol ether PM, I - methoxy-2 -
propanol), and one part by volume of monoethanolamine.
NOTE - The above three solvent formulations are considered typical and
representative of the solvents used in printed wiring assembly processing
of electronic components. Processing conditions are representative of
processes used for printed wiring assembly.
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HOWEVER. THE TWO SOLVENT SOLUTIONS (SOLVENT

SOLUTION-2 AND SOLVENT SOLUTION-3) HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AND
INCLUDED IN THIS TEST ON A TRIAL BASIS ONLY TILL SUCH TIME THEIR
FREE AVAILABILITY IS ESTABLISHED, AND ADEQUATE DATA BASE ON
THEIR CHARACTERISTICS IS AVAILABLE. ACCORDINGLY, FOR THE
PRESENT, ONLY ONE SOLVENT SOLUTION (SOLVENT SOLUTION-1)
SHALL BE MADE APPLICABLE FOR THE CONDUCT OF THIS TEST, UNTIL
THE STATUS REVIEW PLANNED FOR 1996-97.
1. /: Analytical Reagent (AR) Grade.equivalent to Grade "A' of TT-I-735.
1/: A commonly used terpene defluxer is BIOACT EC-7R 'BIOACT' is

registered trade mark of Petroferm INC.
l/: Normal safety precautions for handling this solution are as

applicable for diluted ammonium hydroxide.
2.2.1 The above solvent solutions exhibit some potential for health and safety
hazards. The following safety precautions shall be strictly observed, apart from the
safety precautions listed in the appropriate solvent manufacturers material safety data
sheet.
(a) Avoid contact with eyes

(b) Avoid Prolonged contact with skin
(c) Avoid open flame
(d) Avoid contact with very hot surfaces
(e) Provide adequate ventilation.
2.3 A suitable brush (for example, tooth brush) with handle made of non
reactive material shall be used. The brush shall have three or four long rows of hard
bristles 25 to 30 mm long. Each row shall contain eight to twelve tufts, the free ends of
which shall lie substantially in the same plane, A separate brush shall be used for each
solvent solution and when there is any evidence of softening, bending, wear or loss of
bristles, it shall be discarded.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Testing (Normal Test Procedures)
3.1.1 The components to be subjected to this test shall be divided into 3 equal
lots. Each lot shall be individually subjected to solvent action as specified below:
(a) The first lot shall be subjected to solvent solution as specified in 2.2 (a).
(b) The second lot shall be subjected to solvent solution as specified in 2.2
(b).
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(c) The third lot shall be subjected to solvent solution as specified in 2.2
(c).
3.1.2 The solvent solution shall be maintained at a temperature of 25° C ±5 deg

C in the case of test solvent solutions specified at 2.2 (a) and 2.2 (b), and at 65° C -2
deg C, +5 deg C in the case of test solvent solution specified at 2.2 (c). The
component shall be completely immersed for 3 minutes +0.5 minute, -0 minute in the
solvent solution in the container specified in 2.1.
3.1.3 Immediately following immersion, the bristle portion of the brush,

specified in 2.3, shall be dipped in the solution until wetted and the component shall
be brushed with normal hand pressure (approximately 60 to 90 g pressure applied
normal to the surface) for ten strokes on the portion of the component where marking
has been applied, unless otherwise specified in the relevant component specification,
using the brush specified 2.3. The brush strokes shall be directed in a forward direction
across the surface of the component under test.
3.1.4 Immediately after brushing, the above procedure shall be repeated two
more times leading to a total of 3 immersions followed by brushing each time.
3.1.5 After completion of the third immersion and brushing, the components
shall be rinsed in water at approximately 25° C (in the case of test solvent solutions
specified at 2.2 (b) and 2,2 (c)) and all surfaces air blown dry. In the case of test
solvent solution specified at 2.2 a) rinsing in water is not applicable and the
components shall be air blown dry. The components shall then be inspected in
accordance with 3.3.1 and 3.3.2 to determine the extent, if any, of deterioration that
has occurred.
3.1.6 A summary of the above steps for Resistance to Solvents Test is given in
the Table below:
SUMMARY TABLE FOR RESISTANCE TO SOLVENTS

(Clauses 3.1.1 to 3.1.5 and 3.3)
SOLVENT - I SOLVENT - 2 SOLVENT - 3

(a) (b) (c)
A mixture of one part Terpene Defluxer A mixure of 42 parts by
by volume of volume of water, one part
isopropyl alcohol and by volume of propylene
three parts by volume glycol monomethyl ether,
of mineral spirits or a one -part by volume of
mixture of 80 per cent monoethanolamine.
by volume of
kerosene and 20 per
cent by volume of
ethyl benzene.
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Immersion 3 +0.5, -0 Immersion 3 +0.5, -0 minutes, Immersion 3 +0.5, -0

minutes, 25°C ±5 deg 25°C ±5 deg C minutes,
C 65°C +5 deg C, -2 deg C
Brush 10 strokes (wet Brush 10 strokes (wet bristles) Brush 10 strokes (wet
bristles) 60 to 90 g 60 to 90 g pressure bristles) 60 to 90 g pressure
pressure
Immersion 3 +0.5, -0 Immersion 3 +0.5, -0 minutes, Immersion 3 +0.5, -0
minutes, 25° C ±5 deg 25° C ±5 deg C minutes,
C 25° C ±5 deg C, -2 degC
Brush 10 strokes (wet Brush 10 strokes (wet bristles) Brush 10 strokes (wet
bristles) 60 to 90 g 60 to 90 g pressure bristles) 60 to 90 g pressure
pressure
Air blow dry Rinse in water Air blow dry Rinse in water Air blow dry
Inspect at 3X Inspect at 3X maximum for Inspect at 3X maximum for
maximum for marking. Inspect at IOX marking. Inspect at IOX
marking. Inspect at maximum for part damage maximum for part damage
IOX maximum for
part damage
3.2 Testing (Special Test Procedures)
3.2.1 Optional spray exposure procedure for the third lot - The components shall
be located on a test surface of known area which is located 15 ±2.5 cm below a spray
nozzle which discharges 0.62 ±0.02 litres per min of solution per 6.5 square cm of
surface area at a pressure of 138 ± 34 kPa. The solvent shall be held at a temperature
range 63 to 70° C. The components shall be subjected to this spray for a period of 10
minutes. After the completion of the spray exposure, the specimens shall be
thoroughly rinsed in water and all surfaces air blown dry and inspected in accordance
with 3.3.1 and 3.3.2 to determine the extent, if any, of deterioration that has occured.
If this optional exposure procedure is specified, brushing of the samples in the third lot
is not required. If conflict arises from the use of the sprird lot is not required. If
conflict arises from the use of the spray option, the brush method on the third lot shall
be used as the referee procedure.
3.2.2 Immersion test for components with marking protected by sleeving

Components with protective sleevings shall be divide into three lots and subjected to
normal test procedures specified under 3.1, with the following deviations being
applicable:
(a) The portion where the brush strokes are to be applied after immersion
of the component will .be the area on. the sleeving directly above the
area of marking.
(b) After the third immersion and brushing, the components shall be air
blown dry, the step of "rinsing in water' being not applicable.
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(c) The extent of deterioration, if any, on both the component and the
sleeving shall be determined.
3.3 Examination after Testing
3.3.1 Marking resistance to solvents - After subjection to the test, any evidence
of the damage to specified markings which are observed to be missing in whole or in
part, faded, smeared, blurred or shifted (dislodged) to the extent they cannot be readily
identified from a distance or atleast 15 cm with normal laboratory illumination and
without the aid of magnification or with a viewer having a magnification no greater
than 3X shall constitute a failure.
3,3.2 Component protective coating, encapsulation material and sleevincr resistance -

After subjection to the test, the components shall be examined for cracks, separations,
crazing, swelling, softening and degradation of body material and caps and seals, if
present, or any other damage or degradation that has occurred due to solvent exposure
and which effects the mechanical integrity or reliability shall constitute 'a failure. The
examination shall be made with a viewer having a magnification of I OX maximum.

(a) Preconditioning, if any

(b) Initial measurements
(c) The portion of the specimen to .be brushed (See 3.1.3)
(d) Final measurements
(e) Acceptable performance limits
(f) Any deviation from the normal test procedure
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TEST NUMBER -17
ROBUSTNESS OF TERMINATIONS
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the ability of terminations of

components to withstand mechanical stresses likely to be applied during normal
assembly or mounting operations.
2. TEST PROCEDURE
2.1 General
2.1.1 One or more of the following procedures shall be made applicable.
(a) Procedure I: Tensile - In this procedure, a tensile test shall be applied

on terminations of components.
(b) Procedure 2: Bending (wire terminations) – In this procedure, a

bending test shall be applied on terminations of components.
(c) Procedure 3: Bending (tag and strip terminations) - in this procedure, a

bending test shall be applied on tag and strip terminations of
components.
(d) Procedure 4: Torsion (axial wire terminations) - In this procedure, a

torsion test shall be applied on axial wire terminations of components.
(e) Procedures 5: Torque (screw terminations) – In this procedure, a

torque test shall be applied on screw terminations of components.
(f) Procedure 6: Torque (non-wire rigid terminations) - in this procedure, a

torque test shall be applied on non-wire rigid terminations of
components.
2.2 TESTING
2.2.1 Procedure 1: Tensile
2.2.1.1 The body of the components shall be clamped and the terminations shall be
loaded in turn in cheir normal position relative to the body in the direction of the axes
of the terminations (See Fig 17-1).
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2.2.1.2 Unless otherwise specified in the relevant component specification, one of

the following loadings shall be applied gradually to the terminations and maintained
for a period of 10 seconds:
(a) 2.5 N
(b) 5 N
(c) 10 N
(d) 20 N
(e) 40 N
2.2.2 Procedure 2 ; Bending (Wire Terminations )
2.2.2.1 The components shall have a load applied to their terminations equal to
half of that specified for procedure 1 or any other value specified by the relevant
component specification. The load shall be freely suspended from each termination in
turn at a point within 6 mm from the free end of the termination, the body of the
component being held so that the terminations are in their normal position relative to
the components.
2.2.2.2 The body of the components shall then be inclined slowly so as to bend the
termination through 90'° from normal and back to normal, the entire action taking
place in one quadrant (see Fig.17-2). This operation is defined as one bend. The rate of
bending shall be 3 seconds per bend in each direction. The number of bending
operations shall be 3 unless otherwise specified in the relevant component
specification.
2.2.2.3 Where the terminations are weaker in one plane than in the others they
shall be tested in the direction most likely to damage the components or several tests,
each on a separate component shall be made.
2.2.2.4 Consecutive bends shall be in the same direction.
2.2.3 Procedure 3: Bending (Tacr and Strip terminations)
2.2.3.1 The tag terminations of the components, capable of being bent with fingers
shall be so bent either 2 or 5 times, as specified in the relevant component
specification in alternate directions (see Fig.17-3). The rate of bending shall be
approximately 3 seconds per bend in each direction.
2.2.3.2 Those terminations which are not capable of being bent with the fingers
shall be tested in accordance with the relevant component specification.
2.2.4 Procedure 4 : Torsion (axial Wire Terminations)
2.2.4.1 Each termination of the components shall be bent through 90° at a point 6
mm from the point of emergence of the termination. The radius of curvature of the
bend shall be approximately 0.75 mm (see Fig 17-4).
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2.2.4.2 The free end of the termination shall then be clamped at a point 1.2 ± 0.4
mm from the bend (see Fig. 17-5).
2.2.4.3 The body of the components or the clamping device shall then be rotated
about the original axis of the termination at the rate of I rotation per 5 seconds.
2.2.4.4 Successive rotations shall be in alternate directions.
2.2.4.5 The termination shall be subjected to one of following conditions as

specified by the relevant component specification:
(a) 3 rotations of 360° each.

(b) 2 rotations of 180° each.
Unless otherwise specified by the relevant component specification, 3

rotations of 360° each shall apply.
2.2.5 Procedure 5 : Torque (screw Terminations)
2.2.5.1 The relevant component specification shall specify the value of torque from
Table 17.1 based on the thread diameter of the nut or screw.
TABLE 17.1 - VALUES OF TORQUE

(Clause 2.2.5.1)
THREAD DIAMETER TORQUE

(mm) (Nm)
2.6 0.39
3.0 0.49
3.5 0.78
4.0 1.17
5.0 1.76
5.5 2.156
6.0 2.45
2.2.5.2 The nuts or screws of the terminations of the components shall be gradually
tightened till the specified torque is reached.
2.2.5.3 The torque shall be applied in a plane perpendicular to the axis of the
termination (see Fig. 17.6).
2.2.5.4 The specified torque shall be maintained for 5 to 15 seconds.
2.2.5.5 The nuts or screws shall then be loosened.
2.2.5.6 Procedure 6: Torque (Non-Wire Rigid Terminations)

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2.2.6.1 The relevant component specification shall specify the value of the torque
from Table 17.2 based on the equivalent diameter of the external portion of the
termination assembly. The equivalent diameter is defined as equal to twice the
distance from the termination axis to the point of normal wire connection, as shown in
Fig. 17-7.
TABLE 17.2 VALUES OF TOROUE

(Clause 2.2.6.1)
EQUIVALENT DIAMETER TORQUE

(mm) (mNm)
upbo 1.6 0
1.7 to 3.2 56.5
3.3 to 4.8 127.1
4.9 to 7.9 282.5
8.0 to 12.7 565.0
greater than 12.7 as specified in the
relevant component
specification
2.2.6.2 The method of application and duration of the torque shall be as in

procedure 5 unless otherwise specified in the relevant component specification.

COMPONENT

(c) Applicable procedure (s)
(d) For procedure I, the load to applied. (see 2.2.1.2) and acceptable
performance limits.
(e) For procedure 2, the load to be applied (see 2.2.2.1), the number of
bends if other than 3 bends (see 2.2.2.2) and the direction of bend.
(see 2.2.2.3).
(f) For procedure 3, the details of bending (see 2.2.3.1 and 2.2.3.2) and
the number of bends.
(g) For procedure 4, the details of rotation (see 2.2.4.5) if other than 3
rotations of 360".
(h) For procedure 5, the torque to be applied (see 2.2.5.1).
(j) For procedure 6, the torque to be applied (see 2.2.6.1) details of
torque application if other than those specified (see 2.2.6.2).
(k) Final measurements.
(1) Acceptable performance limits.
(m) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER - 18A
SEALING (STATIC AND OPERATIONAL SEALS)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the air tightness of sealing features of
electronic components.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 A sealed chamber capable of withstanding and maintaining pressure

differentials as specified shall be used.
2.2 The chanter shall be fitted with an air inlet nozzle, air line and a suitable
valve (see Fig Bl at Appendix B).
2.3 The components shall be mounted on the lid of the chamber.
2.4 The components shall be connected to a suitable operating mechanism for

mechanical operation.
NOTE - A test set up suitable for pressure differentials of upto 108 kPa is
described in Appendix B.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 GENERAL
3.1.1 For the purpose of this test, seals shall be classified as follows :
(a) Type A seals - Type A seals are static seals (for example, mounting
bushes having seals under permanent Compression such as rubber gaskets
or seals of connectors and adapters).
(b) Type B seals - Type B seals are operational seals (for example, spindle
and switch lever seals)
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 Unless otherwise specified, a differential air pressure as specified below

shall be applied across each seal or simultaneously across a group of seals forming an
assembly.
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(a) 98 to 108 k Pa for type A seals in the direction specified by the relevant
(b) 98 to 108 k Pa for Type B seals, in each direction.
3.2.2 Type B seals shall be tested in the static condition and also while being
mechanically operated, if so required by the relevant component specification.
3.2.3 The leakage rate of the components shall be measured while they are under
the specified pressure differential.

a) Classification of seal.
b) Preconditioning, if any.
c) Differential air pressure to be applied (see 3.2.1)
d) Whether Type B seals should be tested in the static condition or
while being operated or both, anil details of mechanical operation, if
applicable.
e) Direction of pressure differential for Type A seals (see 3.2.1(a).
f) Acceptable leakage rate limits.
g) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-18B
SEALING GAS LEAKAGE
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the effectiveness or component seals
having an included gas filled space (for example components not completely filled
with impregnant)
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chamber used for procedure I (see 3.1.1 (a)) shall conform to the
requirements stated in 2.1.1 to 2.1.3.
2.1.1 The chamber shall be capable of being evacuated to the required low
pressure.
2.1.2 The chamber shall contain a bath with sufficient liquid to enable the
components to be completely immersed to a depth of not less than 10 mm above the
uppermost part of the enclosure or seal of the components to be tested.
2.1.3 The liquid used in the bath shall be maintained between 15° C and 30° C
and sha.ll have the following characteristics:
(a) Specific gravity at 20° C - 0.890

(b) Kinematic viscosity at 20° C - 25 X 10-4 m2/s
(c) Kinematic viscosity at 50° C - 9X10-4 m2/s
NOTE- A suitable liquid is degassed transformer oil.
2.2 The chamber used for Procedure 2 (see 3.1.1 (b)) shall conform to the
requirements stated in 2.2.1 and 2.2.2.
2.2.1 The chamber shall contain a bath with sufficient liquid to enable the
components to be completely immersed to a depth of not less than 10 mm above the
uppermost part of the enclosure or seal of the components to be tested.
2.2.2 The liquid used in the bath shall be maintained at a temperature of 1 to 5°

C above the temperature (dry heat) severity of the components.
NOTE - Water with a wetting agent or any other suitable liquid having a
kinematic, viscosity of not more than 22 X 10^-5 m'/s at 38° C may used.
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3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 General
3.1.1 One of the following procedures shall be made applicable:
(a) Procedure 1 - This shall consist of immersion of the components in a

suitable liquid, and evacuating the chamber to the specified low air
pressure.
(b) Procedure .2 - This shall consist of immersing the components in a

liquid maintained at a high temperature.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 Procedure 1
3.2.1.1 The components shall be immersed in- the liquid bath with their seals
uppermost.
3.2.1.2 The air pressure inside the chamber containing the liquid bath shall then be
reduced to a value of 1.33 kPa within one minute and shall be maintained at this
pressure for I minute, unless repetitive bubbling has been observed at any
intermediate pressure.
3.2.1.3 Components having seals on more than one face shall be tested in
accordance with 3.2.1.1 and 3.2.1.2 with each face in the uppermost position.
3.2.1.4 There shall be no leakage as determined by repetitive bubbles emerging

from the components.
NOTE - It is essential that the low air pressure be attained promptly so that
initial frothing may clear rapidly and not mask the bubbles due to leak
from the components. Holes as small as 2 um in diameter will be indicated
by this method. However, when the air space within the component is
small or the leakage large, the bubbles may disappear in the first frothing.
3.2.2 Procedure 2
3.2.2.1 The components which shall be at a temperature between 15° C and 35° C
shall be immersed in the liquid bath maintained at the specified high temperature for I
minute with their seals uppermost.
3.2.2.2 Components having seals on more than one face shall be tested in
accordance with 3.2.2.1 with each face in the uppermost position.
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3.2.2.3 There shall be no leakage as determined by repetitive bubbles emerging

from the components -

(a) Pre-conditioning, if any.
(b) The applicable procedure
(c) Temperature for procedure 2 (see 2.2.2).
(d) Any special details of liquid for the bath.
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TESTING NUMBER -18C
SEALING (SEEPAGE OF FILLING LIQUID)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the effectiveness of seals of

components filled with liquid.
NOTE - This test may also be used for components having filling which is
solid at the laboratory ambient temperature but which liquefies at the
specified test temperature.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 A dry heat chamber capable of maintaining its working space at the
temperature specified (see 3.1.1) shall be used. In all other respects, the dry heat
chamber shall conform to the requirements specified for the chamber for the
temperature (dry heat) test (Test Number 22).
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Testing
3.1.1 Components, with their seals downwards, shall be placed in the chamber
whose temperature shall then be raised until the surface temperature of the
components is I to 5° C above the appropriate temperature (dry heat) severity and
shall be maintained at this temperature for 10 minutes. The components shall then be
removed from the chamber and allowed to stand for 10 minutes under atmospheric
conditions for testing.
3.1.2 Components having seals on more than one face shall be tested in
accordance with the above procedure, with each sealed face in the downward position.
3.1.3 The components shall be visually examined for seepage of liquid. Unless
otherwise specified by the relevant component specification, there shall be no
seepage. The relevant component specification, may however, specify a permissible
seepage and its method of detection.


(b) The temperature (dry heat) severity (see 3.1.1)
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(c) The method of detecting seepage and permissible seepage (see 3.1.3)
(d) Acceptable performance limits.
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TEST NUMBER -18D
SEALING (TRACER GAS)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to detect leakage rates between the values of 10-4
and 10'-9 Pa .dm- per second in components.
NOTE - For rapid testing, as in batch acceptance tests, the usable

sensitivity is approximately 10^-4 pa.dm^3 per second.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 When performing this test in accordance with procedures 1, 2, 3A and 4

(see 3.1.1) a tracer gas such as helium, argon or any other rare gas or a mixture of
such a gas with nitrogen (such as 90 per cent nitrogen and 10 per cent helium) shall be
used. The tracer gas used in procedure 3B (see 3.2.4) shall be radioactive gas krypton
85.
2.2 A commercially available mass spectrometer type leak detector, preset to

read a tracer gas content, shall be used to measure the leakage rate of the tracer gas
through a faulty seal for procedure 1, 2, 3A and 4 of this test. Any other suitable
instrument calibrated to read a tracer gas content properly with a suitable leakage-
detection sensitivity, can also be used.
2.3 Any commercially available equipment, using the principle of radioactive

gas detection to measure leaks, shall be used for procedure 33 of this test.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 General
3.1.1 One of the following procedures shall be made applicable:
(a) Procedure I - This procedure shall be made applicable for components

which have an unsealed evacuation tube that can be connected to the
leak detector for test purposes and in which leaks occur from outside to
inside.
(b) Procedure 2- This procedure shall be made applicable for components

which have an unsealed evacuation tube that will permit pressurising
with a tracer gas and in which leaks occur from inside to outside.
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(c) Procedure 3A - This proced-ure shall be made applicable for

components which are not filled with a tracer gas and which can be
tested without breaking their seals by forcing the tracer gas into the
leaks and determining its escape by a suitable method.
(d) Procedure 3B - This procedure shall be made applicable for

components which are not filled with a tracer gas and which can be
tested without breaking their seals by forcing radioactive gas into the
leaks and determining the quantity of the radioactive gas that has
entered.
(e) Procedure 4 - This procedure shall be made applicable for components

which are normally supplied backfilled with a tracer gas and which are
to be tested without breaking their seals for leaks from inside to
outside.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 Procedure I
3.2.1.1 The mass spectrometer type leak detector shall be coupled to the unsealed
evacuation tube of the components and a vacuum created within the components.
3.2.1.2 The coupling connections between the components and the leak detector
shall be perfectly sealed.
3.2.1.3 The components shall then be subjected to the tracer gas atmosphere either
by 'surrounding them with the tracer gas or by spraying them thoroughly with a jet of
the tracer gas.
3.2.1.4 If a leak exists in the specimen, an amount of gas will I be drawn through it
and passed into the leak detector, which will indicate the leakage rate. This shall be
recorded.
3.2.1.5 The components shall then be filled with air or gas at a specified pressure
and the evacuation tubes shall be pinched off and sealed.
3.2.1.6 The seal of the evacuation tubes shall be verified by either procedure 3A
or procedure 4.
3.2.2 Procedure 2
3.2.2.1 The mass spectrometer type leak detector shall be coupled to a suitable
vacuum chamber. The components shall be placed in the chamber and a tube leading
from the gas source shall be connected to the unsealed evacuation tubes of the
components.
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3.2.2.2 The coupling connections between the components and the gas source
shall be perfectly sealed.
3.2.2.3 The chamber shall then be evacuated and the gas shall be forced into the
components under pressure.
3.2.2.4 If a leak exists an amount of gas will pass through the specimen into the
chamber and then into the leak detector, which will indicate the leakage rate. This
shall be recorded., If pressure cycling is required, the relevant component
specification shall state the number of times the pressure cycling is to be applied. The
leakage rate shall be read at the end of each cycle.
3.2.2.5 The component shall be filled with air or gas at a specified pressure and
the evacuation tubes shall then be pinched off and sealed.
3.2.2.6 The seal of the evacuation tubes shall be verified by either procedure 3A
or procedure 4.
3.2.3 Procedure 3A
3.2.3.1 The components shall be placed in sealed chamber which is then

pressurised with a tracer gas. Unless otherwise specified in the relevant component
specification, the pressure shall be 413 kPa and tlie duration shall be a minimum of 4
hours. The conditions stated in the 3.2.3.2 and 3.2.3.3 shall be completed within 30
minutes after pressurisation.
3.2.3.2 The pressure shall then be relieved. The components shall then be
transferred preferably to another chamber which is connected to the evacuating
system and the mass spectrometer type leak detector.
3.2.3.3 Any gas that was previously forced into the specimen (see 3.2.3.1) will
thus be drawn out and indicated by the leak detector. The leakage rate shall then be
read and recorded.
3.2.3.4 The components shall be checked for gross leak by procedure specified by
the relevant component specification.
NOTE - This procedure shall not be applied to components crated with

organic materials. Further in order to avoid spurious indications,'
contaminants or surface coatings that may conceal existing leaks and
tracer gas which may be absorbed or adsorbed on the surface of the
component shall be removed.
3.2.4 Procedure 3B
3.2.4.1 The components shall be placed in a sealed chamber Which is then

pressurised with gas Krypton 85. The pressure and the duration of pressurisation shall
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be as specified in the relevant component specification. Unless otherwise specified in

the relevant component specification, the conditions stated in 3.2.4.2 shall be
completed within 30 minutes after the pressurisation.
3.2.4.2 The components shall then be removed from the chamber and the internal
content of radioactive gas shall be determined by the counter. The quantity of
radioactive gas is then expressed in, terms of leakage rate.
3.2.4.3 The components, shall be checked for gross leak by a suitable procedure as
NOTE - This procedure shall not be applied to components coated with

organic materials. Further, in order to avoid spurious indications, contaminants or
surface coatings that may conceal existing leaks and tracer gas which may be
absorbed or adsorbed on the surface of the components shall be removed.
3.2.5 Procedure 4
3.2.5.1 The components which are backfilled and sealed with a tracer gas during
production shall be placed in a chamber connected to the mass spectrometer type leak
detector and the chamber shall then be evacuated. The low pressure value and the
time duration required for achieving it shall be specified by the relevant component
specification.
3.2.5.2 The internal pressure of the specimen is one atmosphere or greater

depending on the backfilling pressure, so that the tracer gas is forced through any
defect or poor seal into the chamber and then to the leak detector, which will indicate
the leakage rate. This shall be recorded
3.2.5.3 If specified in the relevant, component specification, the components shall

be perforated in order to determine if gas is actually present.
3.2.5.4 The components shall be checked for gross leak by a suitable procedure
4. INFORMATION TO BE GIVEN IN THE COMPONENT
(b) Applicable procedure
(c) Acceptable leakage rate.
(d) For procedure I, details of pressure (See 3.2.1.5) and the procedure
for leakage rate verification (see 3.2.1.3)
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(e) For procedure 2, the number of pressure cycles to be given (See

3.2.2.4), pressure of gas (see 3.2.2.5) and the procedure for leakage
rate verification (see 3,2.2.6)
(f) For procedure- 3A, the pressure, the duration of pressurisation, and
the interval permitted between the pressurisation and the testing, if
other than those specified (See 3.2.3.1) and the gross leak erification
procedure (see 3.2.3.4)
(g) For procedure 3B, the pressure, the duration of pressurisation, and
the interval permitted between the pressurisation and the testing, if
other than that specified (See 3.2.4.1) and the gross leak verification
procedure (see 3.2.4.3)
(h) For procedure 4, the low pressure value and time duration (See'
3.2.5.1) and details of gross leak verification procedure (see 3.2.5.4)
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TEST NUMBER-18E
SEALING (IMMERSION)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the effectiveness of seals of

components when subjected to specified immersion conditions.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 A suitable water tank or a high pressure water chamber capable of

providing the conditions stated in Table 18E-1 shall be used for procedure I" (see
3.1.1(a),).
2.2 Suitable hot -and cold baths of salt or tap water capable of providing the
conditions stated in Table 18E-2 shall be used for procedure 2' (see 3.1.1(b)).
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 General
3.1.1 One of the following procedures shall be made applicable: -
(a) Procedure I - The components shall be subjected to the specified depth

of immersion in a water tank or to an equivalent pressure in a high
pressure water chamber.
NOTE - This procedure may be used for components whose water

tightness under specified conditions of pressure and time is to be
determined.
(b) Procedure 2 - The components shall be subjected to successive cycles

of immersion in hot and cold baths.
NOTE - This procedure may be used to detect a defective terminal

assembly or a partially closed seam or moulded enclosure of a
component by subjecting it to alternate thermal stresses.
3.2 Preconditioning
3.2.1 The relevant component specification shall indicate, if required, whether

aging of gaskets is necessary before subjecting the components to this test.
3.3 Testing
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3.3.1 Procedure - I
3.3.1.1 The components shall beoriented in the position as specified in the

relevent component specification while immersing in a. water tank or a high pressure
water chamber.
3.3.1.2 The components shall then be subjected to immersion at the appropriate

severity (see Table 18E - 1) as required by the relevant component specification.
TABLE 18E-1 : SEVERITIES FOR PROCEDURE I

(Clause 3.3.1.2)
SEVERITY HEAD OF WATER CORRESPONDING

m EXCESS PRESSURE at
25° C
k Pa
1 0.15 1.47
2 0.40 3.91
3 1.00 9.70
4 1.50 14.7
5 4 39.1
6 6 58.7
7 10 97.8
8 15 147.0
3.3.1.3 When a tank is used, the specified head of water shall be measured above
the highest point of the component.
3.3.1.4 When a high pressure water chamber is used, the excess pressure shall be
adjusted to one of the values given in Table 18E-1.
3.3.1.5 The components shall remain immersed for a duration as required by the
relevant component specification. The preferred duration shall be either 30 minutes, 2
hours or 24 hours.
3.3.1.6 The temperature of the components shall be not less than the temperature
of the water, and not more than 10° C above the temperature of water,, which shall
not exceed 35° C.
3.3.2 Procedure 2
3.3.2.1 he components shall be subjected to successive cycles of immersion, each

cycle consisting of immersion in a hot bath of tap water at a temperature of 65° C +5
deg C, -0 deg C followed by an immersion in a cold bath. The number of cycles, the
duration of each immersion and the nature and temperature of cold bath shall be as
indicated in Table 18E-2.
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TABLE 18E-2: SEVERITIES FOR PROCEDEURE 2

(Clause 3.3.2.1)
SEVERITY NUMBER OF DURATION OF NATURE OF TEMPERATURE

CYCLES EACH COLD BATH OF COLD BATH
IMMERSION
min
1 2 15 Tap water 25° C +10 deg C -

5 deg C
2 2 15 Saturated solution of 25° C +10 deg C -
sodium chloride and 5 deg C
water
3 5 60 Saturated solution of
sodium chloride and
water
3.3.2.2 The transfer of the components from one bath to the other shall be
accomplished as rapidly as practicable.
NOTE - When electrical measurements are made after immersion cycling

to obtain evidence of leakage, the use of salt solution instead of tap water
will facilitate detection of water penetration
3.4 Recovery
3.4.1 In case of procedure 2, the components shall be thoroughly and quickly

rinsed in tap water.
3.4.2 The components shall be thoroughly dried externally by wiping or by

applying a blast of air at atmospheric conditions for testing as required by the relevant
3.4.3 The components shall then remain under recovery conditions for I to 2
hours for procedure I and 4 to 24 hours for procedure 2 or as required by the relevant

COMPONENT SPECIFICATION.
(a) Preconditioning, if any (see 3.2.1)
(b) Applicable procedure and severity.
(c) Duration of test for procedure 1.
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(d) Method of drying the components (see 3.4.2)
(e) Duration of recovery, if other than I to 2 hours for procedure I, and if

other than 4 to 24 hours for procedure 2.
(f) Final measurements, if required.
(g) Acceptable performance limits.
(h) Any deviation from the normal best procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-19
SOLDER ABILITY
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the ability of component

terminations to wet easily by a new coating of solder. An accelerated aging test is
included in this test method which simulates a combination of various storage
conditions.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 Solder Bath
2.1.1 The solder bath used for this test shall have a volume sufficient to ensure
that the temperature of the solder remains substantially uniform when terminations are
introduced. The bath shall be capable of maintaining the solder at the specified
temperature.
2.1.2 The exposed area of the surface of the solder in the bath shall be reduced
as far as possible (for example, by the use of a sheet of asbestos) in order that the
component shall not be heated by direct radiation from the bath.
2.1.3 The solder bath shall be fitted with a mechanical dipping device capable of
immersing and withdrawing the terminations at a rate of 20 to 30 mm per second and
maintaining a dwell time of 4.5 to 5.5 seconds.
2.1.4 The solder used shall be soft solder conforming to grade Sn 60 of IS: 193.
2.1.5 The flux used shall be 25 per cent by mass of Water White Resin and 75
per cent by mass of 99 per cent Isopropyl Alcohol.
2.2 Soldering Iron
2.2.1 The soldering iron used for this test shall be temperature controlled type
with three wire cord and tip grounding, and shall have one of the following bit sizes :
(a) 8 mm diameter with 32 mm exposed length reduced to a wedge shape

over a length of approximately 10 mm, which is designated as Size A.
(b) 3 mm diameter with 12 mm exposed length reduced to a wedge shape

over a length of approximately 5 mm, which is designated as Size B.
2.2.2 The surface of the bit shall be smooth and properly tinned.
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2.2.3 The temperature of the bit shall be 350° C ±5 deg C .
2.2.4 The solder used shall be 60/40 tin-lead alloy with a non-activated wood
rosin core conforming to IS: 1921.
2.3 Steam Arcing Apparatus
2.3.1 The steam aging apparatus used for this test shall be a non-corrodible
container of sufficient size to allow the support of the component above the boiling
distilled or deionizer water used for steam generation. The non-corrodible cover of the
container shall be such that its open area allows for a constant temperature of all
terminations within the container. A suitable non-corrodible method of supporting the
components shall be used. Perforations or slots as a mea-ns of support are permitted
for this purpose. All material in contact with steam,
water or units shall be non-corrosive and non-reactive to the contents. The steam
aging apparatus shall be capable of maintaining the steam temperature, as indicated
Table 19-1.
TABLE 19-1 : STEAM TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS
Altitude Average local boiling Steam temperature

point (°C) limits (°C)
0 to 305 ni 100 93 ± 3
> 305 to 610 m 99 92 ± 3
> 610 to 915 m 98 91 ± 3
> 915 to 1220 m 97 90 ± 3
>1220 to 1525 m 96 89 ± 3
>1525 to 1830 m 95 88 ± 3
The steam aging apparatus shall be periodically cleaned in a suitable

manner and rinsed with deionized or distilled water. The cleaning frequency shall be a
minimum of once a week (production usage) or prior to each use.
2.4 Standard Copper Wrapping Wire
2.4.1 The standard wrapping wire specified in 3.1.6 shall be a copper wire
fabricated from soft or drawn and annealed copper with a diameter of 0.635 ± 0.127
mm. The wrapping wire shall be prepared, as follows:
(a) Straighten and cut wire into convenient lengths (50 mm minimum).
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(b) Degrease by immersion in appropriate cleaner for two minutes.
(c) Clean in 10 per cent solution by mass of fluroboric acid (HBF^) in

water for 5 minutes with agitation.
(d) Rinse acid off as follows:
i) Two cold water rinses.
ii) Two Isopropyl Alcohol rinses.
(e) Immersion in flux (see 2.1.5).
(f) Dip in molten solder for 5 seconds at 245" C ±5 deg C.
(g) To remove or dissolve the residual flux, wash or rinse in Isopropyl

Alcohol.
(h) Standard wrapping wire shall be stored in a clean, covered container

if not used immediately.
(j) The usable life of the standard wrapping wire shall not exceed 48
hours. If not lised within 48 hours after preparation, it shall be reprocessed
as specified in 2.4.1 (a) through 2.4.1 (d).
NOTE - All chemicals shall be of commercial grade or better. Fresh

solvents shall be used as often as is necessary to preclude contamination.
CAUTION - The above steps may involve substances that are flammable,-
toxic to eyes, skin and respiratory tract, or present serious burn potential. Eye and skin
protection are required, including heat resistant gloves when handling hot objects.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 General
3.1.1 This test shall be performed on the number of units (components) as

specified in the relevant, componsent specification. During handling, care shall be
exercised to prevent the surfaces of the terminations to be tested from being abraded
or contaminated. Testing shall consist of the following operations :
(a) Proper preparation of the terminations (see 3.1.4), if applicable.
(b) Aging of all terminations (see 3.1.5).
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(c) Application of Flux and immersion of terminations into colder (pee

3.2.1.3 and 3.2.1.4) for Procedure I -Solder Bath Method (see 3.1.2 (a)) or
application of solder to terminations for Procedure 2 - Soldering Iron
Method (see 3.1.2 (b)).
(d) Examination and evaluation of the tested portions of the terminations

upon completion of the solder application (see 3.2.1.7 and 3.2.2.4).
3.1.2 One of the following two procedures shall be made applicable:
a) Procedure I - Solder Bath Method - This procedure shall consist of

dipping the terminations of components for a period of 4.5 to 5.5 seconds
in a solder bath (see 2.1) maintained between 240° C and 250° C.
NOTE - This procedure applies to wire as well as tag terminations.
b) Procedure 2 - Soldering Iron Method – This procedure shall consist of

applying the solder (see 2.2.4) to the terminations of components for a
period of 10 seconds' by means of a soldering -iron (see 2.2.1).
3.1.3 Unless otherwise specified in the relevant component specification

Procedure I shall be preferred.
3.1.4 No wiping, cleaning, scraping or abrasive cleaning of the terminations

shall be performed. Any special preparation of the terminations, such as bending or
reorientation prior to the test, shall be specified in the relevant component
specification. If the insulation on stranded wires has to be removed, it shall be done in
a manner not to loosen the strands in the wire.
3.1.5 Aging - Prior to the application of flux and solder all terminations shall be
subjected to aging by exposure of the surfaces to be tested to steam in the container
specified in 2.3. The components shall be suspended so that no portion of the
terminations is more than 60 mm or less than 40 mm above the distilled or deionized
water for 8 hours ± 30 minutes with a maximum of 10 minutes interruption. The cover
specified in 2.3.1 shall be in place during aging. If necessary, additional distilled or
deionized water shall be gradually added in small quantities so that the steam
temperature, measured at the component level, remains essentially constant as
specified in Table under 2.3.1. Precautions shall be taken to prevent terminations
touching each other and also to prevent condensation forming on the body of the
component from draining into the terminations. Standard wire shall be subjected to
only I hour of steam aging (with insulation removed) with no interruption allowed.
3.1.6 Post Aging - Upon completion of aging (see 3.1.5) the components shall
be immediately removed from the steam aging container and dried in ambient air.
The terminations so dried shall be subjected to the solderability testing procedures as
specified (see 3.2) within 72 hours of completion of aging.
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3.1.7 Application of Standard Copper Wrapping Wire - All aged specimens of

lugs, tabs, stranded wire greater than 1mm dia and solid wire greater than 1.14 mm
dia shall have a wrap of 11/2 turns of the standard wire around the portion of the wire
to be tested. The standard wrapping wire as described in 2.4.1 shall be wrapped in
such manner that it will not move during the solder dip. Special instructions
concerning the portion of the terminations to be wrapped shall be specified in the
relevant component specification. For lugs and tabs designed to accept wire smaller
than 0.635 mm diameter, the standard wrapping wire specified in 2.4.1 shall be the
size for which the lugs and tabs are designed.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 Procedure I - Solder Bath Method
3.2.1.1 The wire terminations of components shall be immersed in such a manner

as to leave a clearance of 6 mm from the point where the termination emerges from
the body or cap of the component.
3.2.1.2 The tag terminations of components shall be immersed to a depth of. 3 mm

beyond .the place intended for the connection of wires referred to the free end or one
half of' the tag length, whichever islets.
3.2.1.3 The terminations shall be immersed for a period of 5 to 10 seconds in the

flux which is maintained between 15° C and 35° C" and drained for 5 to 20 seconds
before solder dip.
3.2.1.4 The dross and burnt flux; shall be skimmed from the surface of the molten
solder. The molten solder shall then be stirred with a clean, stainless steel paddle to
assure that the solder bath is at uniform temperature between 240° C'and 250° C. The
surface of the molten solder shall be skimmed again just prior to the immersion of the
terminations. The fluxed terminations shall then be mechanically immersed at a rate
of 20 to 30 mm per second into the solder bath.
3.2.1.5 The terminations shall be allowed to remain in the solder bath for 4.5 to
5.5 seconds at the end of which period they shall be withdrawn mechanically .from
the solder bath at a rate of 20 to 30 mm per second.
3.2.1.6 After the dipping process, the terminations shall be allowed to air cool At
ambient to 38° C or- lower prior to exposure to the cleaning solvent. The residual flux
shall be removed by dipping the terminations in clean Isopropyl Alcohol if necessary,
a soft cloth moistened with clean 91 per cent isopropyl Alcohol shall be used to
remove all remaining flux.
3.2.1.7 The terminations shall then be examined under 10 power magnification. It

shall be seen that a minimum of 95 per cent of the solderable surface of the
terminations is covered by
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continuous coating of solder and the pinholes and voids are not concentrated in one
area. In the case of wrapped lugs, tabs or wire (see 3.1.6), the criteria for acceptable
solderability is, as follows :
(a) Ninety five per cent of the total length of fillet, between the standard
wrap wire and the termination is tangent to the surface of the termination
being tested and free from pinholes, non wetting or dewetting.
(b) There is no ragged or interrupted line at the point: of tangency between

the fillet and the termination under test. In case of dispute the per cent
fillet length with defects shall be determined by actual measurement.
3.2.2 Procedure 2 - Soldering Iron Method
3.2.2.1 The solder shall be applied to the terminations of the components by

means of the soldering iron to the extent specified under 3.2.1.1 to 3.2.1.2 for a period
of 10 seconds.
3.2.2.2 Tinning, as evidenced by free flowing of solder, with proper wetting of

termination, shall be completed within the first 2 seconds, unless otherwise specified
in the relevant component specification.
3.2.2.3 The terminations shall be wiped with a lint-free cloth whilst the solder is
still molten.
3.2.2.4 The terminations shall then be examined under 10 power magnification. It

shall be seen that a minimum of 95 per cent of the solderable surface is covered by a
continuous coating of solder and the pinholes and voids are not concentrated in one
area.
3.3 Recovery
3.3.1 The components shall remain under recovery conditions for I to 2 hours or
as specified in the relevant component specification.


(b) Applicable procedure (see 3.1.2).
(c) Size of soldering bit for Procedure 2.
(d) Special preparation of terminations, if any (see 3.1.4).
(e) Period of recovery, if other than I to 2 hours.
(f) Acceptable performance limits (see 3.2.1.7 and 3.2.2.4).
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TEST NUMBER 20
TEMPERATURE CYCLING
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the resistance of components when
subjected to alternate exposures of specified extremes of high and low temperatures.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 A cold chamber and a dry heat chamber which shall be capable of
maintaining the temperatures of their working space within ±3 deg C of the specified
value as required for procedure I (see 3.2.1) and procedure 2 (see 3.2.2) shall be used
For this test. In all other respects, these chambers shall conform to the requirements of
those specified for the temperature (cold) test (Test Number 21) and temperature (dry
heat) test (Test Number 22) respectively. The location of chamber shall "be such as to
allow a rapid transfer of components from one chamber to other.
2.2 For procedure 3 (see 3.2.3) and procedure 4 (see 3.2.4) suitable hot and
cold liquid baths, which shall, if necessary, incorporate suitable facilities for rapid
transfer of the components from one bath to other, shall be used. The baths shall be so
constructed that at no moment, during the test. shall the temperature of the cold bath
rise 2° C above and the temperature of the hot-bath fall 2" C below the specified
temperatures of the col.d and hot baths respectively.
Note - The following are considered as suitable liquids for the baths:
(a) Ethyl alcohol (C2H5OH) for the temperature range of -65 to +35° C
(This liquid is known as Ethanol but industrial methylated spirit may be
used as a substitute).
(b) Phenyl methyl silicone for the temperature range of -50 to +200°C.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 General
3.1.1 One of the following procedures shall be used :
(a) Procedure I - in this procedure, a dry heat chamber and a cold chamber
shall be used. The components shall be transferred from one chamber to
the other after exposure in each chamber for a period of 30 minutes. The
transfer time from one chamber to the other shall be between 10 and 15
minutes.
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(b) Procedure 2 - In this procedure, a dry heat chamber and a cold chamber
shall be used. The components shall be transferred from one chamber to
the other after exposure in each chamber for a period of I hour or any other
period specified in the relevant component specification. The transfer time
from one chamber to the other shall be not more than 3 minutes.
(c) Procedure -3 - In this procedure, a hot bath and a cold bath shall be
used. The components shall be transferred from one bath to the other after
exposure in the hot bath for a minimum of 15 seconds and in the cold bath
for a mimimum of 5 seconds. The transfer time from one bath to the other
shall be not more than 3 seconds -
(d) Procedure 4 - This is same as procedure 3, except that the time at the
high temperature shall be a minimum of 5 minutes, the time at the low
temperature shall be a minimum of 5 minutes, and the transfer time shall
be less 10 seconds.
3.2 Testing
3.2.1 Procedure I
3.2.1.1 The components shall be introduced into the cold chamber while it is
maintained at the appropriate temperature (cold) severity.
3.2.1.2 The components shall be exposed to these conditions for a period of 30

minutes.
3.2.1.3 The components shall then be removed from the cold chamber and
exposed to atmospheric conditions for testing for a period of 10 to 15 minutes.
3.2.1.4 The components shall then be introduced into the dry heat chamber which
is maintained at the appropriate temperature (dry heat) severity.
3.2.1.5 The components shall be exposed to these conditions for a period of 30

minutes.
3.2.1.6 The components shall then be removed from the dry heat chamber and
exposed to atmospheric conditions for testing for a period of 10 to 15 minutes.
3.2.1.7 The above procedure under 3.2.1.1 to 3.2.1.6 shall constitute one cycle.
The components shall be subjected to a total of 5 such cycles.
3.2.2 Procedure 2
3.2.2.1 This procedure shall be the same as that specified under 3.2.1.1 to 3.2.1.6
but with an exposure period of I hour or any other period as 'specified by the relevant
component specification in each of the cold and dry heat chambers and a transfer time
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from one chamber to the other of not exceeding 3 minutes. This procedure constitutes
one cycle.
3.2.2.2 The total number of cycles as specified in 3.2.2.1 to which the components
shall be subjected shall be 10 cycles or as specified by the relevant component
specification.
3.2.3 Procedure 3
3.2.3.1 The components shall be preconditioned by immersing them in a hot bath

which is maintained at the specified temperature for a minumum of 15 seconds.
3.2.3.2 Immediately at the conclusion of the preconditioning period, the

components shall be transferred to the cold bath which is maintained at the specified
temperature and shall remain immersed in the cold bath for a minumum of 5 seconds.
3.2.3.3 The components shall then be transferred to the hot bath which is
maintained' at the specified temperature and shall remain immersed in the .hot bath
for a minumum of 15 seconds.
3.2.3.4 The transfer time from one bath to other shall be not more than 3 seconds.
3.2.3.5 The above procedure under 3.2.3.2 to 3.2.3.4 shall constitute one cycle.
The components shall be subjected to a total of 5 such cycles.
3.2.4 Procedure 4
3.2.4.1 The testing shall be done as described in clauses 3.2.3.1 to 3.2.3.5. However,
the time durations shall be as specified in 3.1.1(d).
3.3 Recovery
3.3.1 The components shall be allowed to remain under recovery conditions .for
a period adequate for attaining temperature stability.

(a) The applicable procedure (see 3.1)
(b) Preconditioning, if any
(c) Initial measurements.
(d) Severities of high and low temperatures.
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(e) Period of exposure; if other than 30 minutes for procedure I.
(f) Period of exposure if other than I hour and total number of cycles if
other than 10 for procedure 2.
(g) Period of recovery.
(k.) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER - 21
TEMPERATURE (COLD)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of. this test is to determine the suitability of components for use
and storage at specified low ambient temperature conditions..
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chanter shall be capable of maintaining its working space within ±3
degC of the appropriate temperature (cold) severity.
2.2 The low temperature conditions in the chamber shall be achieved by

circulating cold air and these conditions shall be maintained uniformly throughout the
working space of the chamber.
2.3 Temperature within the chamber shall be monitored by a temperature

sensing device suitably located in its working space.
2.4 The design and construction of the chamber shall be such that any heat
dissipated by the components during testing, shall not appreciably influence the
conditions within the chamber.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Testing
3.1.1 Unless otherwise specified, the components shall be introduced into the
chamber which is maintained at the appropriate temperature (cold) severity.
NOTE - The relevant component specification, if necessary, may specify

the introduction of the components into the chamber under atmospheric
conditions for testing. In this case, the temperature of the chamber shall be
gradually lowered to the appropriate temperature (cold) severity. The rate
of change of temperature shall not exceed 1°" C per minute, averaged over
a period of not more than 5 minutes.
3.1.2 The components shall then be exposed to the appropriate temperature

(cold) severity for a period of 2 hours or as specified in the relevant component
specification.
3.1.3 If so required by the relevant component specification, the components

shall be electrically loaded during this period.
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3.1.4 While still at the low temperature, the components shall be tested if so
3.1.5 In case the procedure shown in the note under 3.1.1 has been invoked in
the relevant component specification, at the end of the exposure period, the
components shall remain in the chamber and the temperature shall be gradually raised
to a value within the atmospheric conditions for testing. The rate of change of
temperature shall not exceed I degC per minute, averaged over a period of not more
than 5 minutes.
3.2 RECOVERY
3.2.1 The components shall be removed from the chamber and shall remain
under recovery conditions for a period of I to 2 hours or as specified by the relevant
3.2.2 Condensed moisture shall be removed from the component by shaking or

by such other methods as may be specified in the relevant component specification.
of I to 2 hours or as specified by the relevant component specification.


(c) The appropriate temperature (cold), severity.
(d) Details of electrical loading (see 3.1.3)
(e) Period of testing if other than 2 hours (see 3.1.2)
(f). Intermediate measurements and time intervals (see 3.1.4)
(g) Periods of recovery, if other than I to 2 hours, (see 3 .2 .1 and 3 .2.3).
(k) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER - 22
TEMPERATURE (DRY HEAT)
1. OBJECT
1.1 The object of this test is to determine the suitability of components for use
and storage at specified high ambient temperature conditions.
2. TEST CHAMBER
2.1 The chamber shall be capable, of maintaining its working space within ±3
degC of the appropriate temperature (dry heat) severity and a relative humidity not
exceeding 50 per cent.
2.2 The high temp'erature conditions in the chamber shall be achieved by

circulating hot air and these conditions shall be maintained uniformly throughout the
working space of the chamber.
2.3 The heating elements of the chamber shall be baffled to prevent direct
radiation on the components under test.
2.4 The temperature within the chamber shall be monitored by a temperature

sensing device suitably located in its working space.
2.5 The design and construction of the chamber shall be such that any heat
dissipated by the components during testing shall not appreciably influence the
conditions within the chamber.
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Testing
3.1.1 Unless otherwise specified by the relevant component specification, the

components shall be introduced into the chamber which is maintained at the
appropriate, temperature (dry
heat) severity.
NOTE - The relevant component specification, if necessary, may specify

the introduction of the components into the chamber unde.r atmospheric conditions
for testing. In this case, the temperature of the chamber shall be gradually raised to the
appropriate temperature (dry heat) severity. The rate of change of temperature shall
not exceed 1° C per minute, averaged over a period of not more than 5 minutes.
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3.1.2 The components shall be exposed to the appropriate temperature (dry heat)
severity for a period of 16 hours.
3.1.3 If so required by the relevant component specification, the components

shall be electrically loaded during this period. The spacing of the components must be
adequate to minimize inter-radiations and local gradients, .in case they are loaded.
3.1.4 While still at the high temperature, the components shall be tested if so
3.1.5 In case the procedure shown in the note under 3.1.1 has been invoked in
the relevant component specification, at the end of the exposure period, the
components shall remain in the chamber and the temperature shall be gradually
lowered to a value within the atmospheric conditions for testing. The rate of change of
temperature shall not exceed 1° C per minute, averaged over a period of not more than
5 minutes.
3.2 Recovery
3.2.1 The components shall be removed from the chamber and shall remain
under recovery conditions for a period of I to 2 hours or as specified in the relevant


(c) The appropriate temperature (dry heat) severity.
(d) Details of electrical loading (see 3.1.3).
(e) Intermediate measurements and time intervals (see 3.1.4)
(f) Period of recovery, if other than I to 2 hours.
(h) Acceptable performance limits
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TEST NUMBER-23
VIBRATION
1. OBJECT

withstand specified vibration conditions.
2. TEST EOUIPMENT
2.1 The vibration generator shall be capable of imparting to the components

sinusoidal motions as specified in Table 23-1 below (see also Fig 23-1). This motion
shall be substantially in phase and in straight parallel lines at the fixing points of the
components. Transverse motion shall not exceed 20 per cent of the motion in the
intended direction.
TABLE 23-1 SINUSOIDAL VIBRATION SEVERITIES

(Clause 2.1 and 3.3.8)
SEVERITY FREQUENCY PEAK VALUE OF VIBRATION TOTAL

RANGE AMPLITUDE ± 10 PER CENT ENDURANCE
Hz TEST
DURATION
V10 10-55 0.75mm 6h
V11 10-500 0.75 mm or 100 m/s-2 whichever 9h
is less
is less
is less
is less
is less
3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 General
3.1.1 A vibration severity is given by the combination of frequency range,

vibration amplitude and endurance duration. The relevant component specification
shall choose the appropriate severity from those listed in the table under 2.1 and Fig.
23-1.
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3.1.2 A sweep which is the traverse of the specific frequency range once in each
direction shall be continuous and logarithmic and the sweep rate shall be
approximately one octave per minute. Whilst searching for resonances, the sweep rate
may be decreased or the sweeping stopped temporarily, if necessary. Undue dwell
time shall be avoided.
3.1.3 Measurements of frequency for resonance determination shall be made

with a tolerance of ± 0.5 per cent or ±0.5 Hz whichever is greater. Frequency
tolerance in other cases shall be ± I Hz for values up to 50 Hz and ± 2 per cent for
values above 50 Hz.
3.1.4 This test shall be divided into the following three distinct stages for the all
the procedures specified under 3.1.7 except for procedure 5.
3.1.4.1 Initial Resonance Search - The component shall be vibrated over the
whole range of specified .frequencies at the specified amplitude. It is checked
functionally and examined for any frequency dependent effects such as mechanical
resonances and malfunctioning. These vibration characteristics as well as the
frequencies and amplitudes at which they occur are noted. The initial resonance
search is carried out for information only for procedures I and 3 and is always
required for procedures 2 and 4.
3.1.4.2 Endurance testing - One or more of the following procedure shall be

used.
(a) Endurance testing by sweeping -. Endurance testing by sweeping is

carried out at specified amplitude, frequency range and duration.
(b) Endurance testing at resonance frequencies - Endurance testing at

resonance frequencies is carried out at resonance frequencies of specified
amplitude for a specified duration.
(c) Endurance testing at predetermined frequencies - Endurance testing

at one or more specified frequencies (or narrow band of frequencies) is
carried out at specified amplitude for specified duration.
3.1.4.3 Final resonance search - After the endurance testing, the component is
retested functionally and re-examined for vibration characteristics as in the initial
resonance search. The frequencies for each effect, determined in the initial and later in
the final resonance searches are compared. The final resonance search is carried out
for information only.
3.1.5 The component shall be vibrated in three mutually perpendicular axes in

turn, which should be so chosen that faults are most likely to be revealed.
3.1.6 The three test stages (see 3.1.4) shall be performed in sequence in the same
direction and repeated for the other directions. The relevant component specification
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may, however, vary this sequence so as to allow the initial -resonance search to be
carried out in more than one direction before starting the endurance testing.
3.1.7 One of the following procedures shall be used.
3.1.7.1 Procedure I - This is the preferred procedure and shall consist of the following
sequence of testing:
(a) Initial resonance search.

(b) Endurance' testing by sweeping.
(c) Final resonance search.
3.1.7.2 Procedure 2. - This procedure shall consist of the following sequence of

testing:

(b) Endurance testing at resonance frequencies.
NOTE - This procedure is suitable for components with a very small

number of resonance frequencies. The existence of these resonance
frequencies will be found during the initial resonance search.
3.1.7.3 Procedure 3 -' This procedure shall consist of the following sequence of
testing:
(b) Endurance testing by predetermined frequencies.
NOTE - Endurance testing by this procedure is needed for components

when the vibration environment encountered in Service is known to
impose significant stresses at dominant frequencies only.
3.1.7.4 Procedure 4. This procedure shall consist of the following sequence of

testing :

(b) Endurance testing by sweeping.
(c) Endurance testing at resonance frequencies.
(d) Final resonance search.
NOTE - This procedure is applicable when a component has a few very

dominant resonance frequencies in addition to many less dominant ones.
In such circumstances there may be a need for endurance conditioning by
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sweeping to be supplemented by endurance conditioning at the dominant

resonance frequencies.
3.1.7.5 Procedure 5 - This procedure shall consist of endurance testing by

sweeping.
NOTE - This procedure is specifically applicable to very small components

where it is known that there are no resonances within the specified
frequency range.
3.2.1 The component shall be secured to the vibration generator either directly
or by means of a fixture as specified in 3.2.2 to 3.2.6.
3.2.2 Mounting fixtures shall be such as to enable the component to be vibrated

along the specified axes for testing (see 3.1.5). The relevant component specification
should state, if significant, the maximum level of magnetic interference to which the
component may be subjected.
3.2.3 Components having a unique method of mounting shall be so mounted.
terminations. Either the body and the terminations, or the terminations only, may be
secured to rigid pillars leaving 5 to 8 mm between the points of emergence of the
terminations and the pillars. Similar components weighing 15 grams 'and more shall
be clamped so as to avoid any stress on the terminations.
3.2.6 Components with radial terminations and components having unusual

mass distribution shall be mounted as specified in the relevant component
specification.
measurements shall add a minimum of mass and place a minimum of restraint on the
components.
3.3 Testing
3.3.1 The relevant component specification shall choose the required procedure
(see 3.1.7) for testing.
3.3.2 Initial resonance search (see 3.1.4.1) shall be carried out at the appropriate
vibration severity (see 3.1.1). If found necessary, for a more precise determination of
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the resonance characteristics, the vibration amplitude may, however, be decreased to

any convenient value.
3.3.3 During the intial resonance search, the frequencies at which either
deterioration in performance or mechanical resonances occur shall be noted.
3.3.4 The components shall be functioning during the initial resonance search if
so required by the relevant component specification.
3.3.5 Where the mechanical vibration characteristics can not be assessed

satisfactorily because of the loading of the component an additional initial resonance
search may be carried out with the components not loaded.
3.3.6 The endurance testing (see 3.1.4.2) shall then be carried out as appropriate
to the procedure selected (see 3.3.1)
3.3.7 Where components are mounted on vibration isolators, the relevant

component specification shall state whether or not the fundamental resonance
frequencies of the components on vibration isolators should be chosen for the
endurance testing.
3.3.8 The endurance testing time (see Table 23-1) shall be equally divided
amongst the resonance/predetermined frequencies and/or axes unless otherwise
specified in the relevant component specification.
3.3.9 The components shall be loaded and their performance checked during the
endurance testing, if so required by the relevant component specification.
3.3.10 Final resonance search (see 3.1.4.3) shall then be carried out at the same
amplitude and in the same manner as the initial resonance search.
3.3.11 The relevant component specification shall state the action to be taken if
any shift in resonance frequency or frequencies has been noticed in the final
resonance search.

(a) Intial measurements.
(b) Any Special mounting requirements (see 3.2)
(c) The order of the three mutually perpendicular axes (see 3.1.5)
(d) If the sequence of the .three test stages is to be varied, the details of
this variation (see 3.1.6)
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(e) Applicable procedure (see 3.3.1) if other than procedure I
(f) Details of electrical loading and mechanical functioning of the

components for initial and final resonance searches and also for
endurance testing
(g) Intermediate measurements and time intervals
(h) Maximum level of magnetic interference allowed, if necessary (see

3.2.2)
(j) Details of predetermined frequencies for procedure 3
(k) The appropriate severity (see 3.3.2)
(1) If there is a necessity to repeat resonance search without load (see

3.3.5)
(m) Whether the fundamental resonance frequency of the component on

vibration isolators shall be chosen for endurance testing (see 3.3.7),
if applicable.
(n) How the total endurance testing duration shall be divided, if not
equally (see 3.3.8)
(p) Action to be taken if there is- shift in resonance frequencies (see

3.3.11)
(q) Final measurements.
(r) Acceptable performance limits.
(s) Any deviation from the normal test procedure.
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TEST NUMBER-24
VIBRATION (RANDOM)
1. OBJECT

withstand the dynamic stress exerted by random vibration applied between the upper
and lower frequency limits for simulating the vibration that is experienced in various
modern Service field environments like missiles, high thrust jets and rocket engines.
2. TEST EQUIPMENT
2.1 Vibration System - The Vibration System shall consist of a vibration

machine and auxiliary equipment having the features given below:
2.1.1 The vibration machine together with its auxiliary equipment shall
becapable of generating a random vibration, for which the magnitude has a guassian
(normal) amplitude distribution, except that the acceleration magnitude of the peak
values can be limited to a minimum three times the rms (three sigma (a) limits).
2.1.2 The machine shall be capable of being equalized so that the magnitude of
its spectral density curve will be between the specified limits (for example. See Fig.
24-1 and Fig. 24-2), when the test item or a substitute equivalent mass, is
appropriately secured to vibration machine.
NOTE: The equalization of an electro dynamic vibration machine system

is the adjustment of the gain of the electrical amplifier and control system
so that ratio of the out put vibration amplitude to the input signal
amplitude is a -constant value (or given values) through out the required
frequency spectrum.
2.1.3 Control and analysis of vibration
2.1.3.1 Spectral density curves - The out put of the vibration machine shall be
graphically presented as power spectral density versus frequency. The spectral density
values shall be within +40 and -30 per cent (± 1.5 dB) of the specified values between
a lower specified frequency and 1000 Hz, and within +100 and -50 per cent (± 3 dB)
of the specified values between 1000 and 2000 Hz. A filter bandwidth will be a
maximum of 1/3 octave or a frequency of 25 Hz, whichever is greater.
NOTE - Power 'spectral density is the mean square value of an oscillation

passed by a narrow band filter per unit filter bandwidth. For this
application it is expressed as G^2/f where G'2/f. is the mean square value
of acceleration expressed in gravitational units per number of cycles of
filter bandwidth. The spectral density curves are usually plotted either on a
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logarithmic scale or in units of decibels (dB). The number of decibels is

defined by the equation:
G²/f G²/ \/f

dB = 10 log ________ = 20 log ________
G² r/f Gr/ \/f
The rms value of acceleration within a frequency band between f1 and f2

is:
[ f2 ]1/2
[ [ g² df ]
G = [ [ ----- ]
rms [ [ f ]
[ f1 ]
Where G² r/f is a given reference value of power spectral density,

usually the maximum specified value.
2.1.3.2 Digtribution Curves - A probability density distribution curve may be

obtained and compared with a guassian distribution curve. The experimentally
obtained curve should not differ from the guassian curve by more than ±10 per cent of
the maximum value directions, and in the order specified, as applicable. The
measurement made before, during, and after the test shall be in accordance with 3.5
and if the specimen shall be monitored during test, the detail shall be as specified in
3.1 and 3.2.
3.5 Measurements - The measurement shall be performed before, during and

after the test as specified in the relevant component specification.

(a) Monitoring instrumentation, if capable (See 3.1 and 3 . 2 )
(b) Number and location of test points (See 3.2)
(c) Method of mounting and orientation (See 3.3)
(d) Test condition (I or II), letter (A - K); and duration of test (See 3.4)
(e) Order of application of Vibration direction, if applicable (See 3.4)
(f) Measurements before, during and after test (See 3.5)
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3. TEST PROCEDURE
3.1 Monitoring - Monitoring involves measurements of the) vibration

excitation and of the test item performance. The required monitoring of specimen
during test shall be specified in the relevant component specification along with
details of the monitoring circuit, including the method and points of connection to the
specimen.
3.2 Vibration input - The vibration magnitude shall be monitored on a

vibration machine, on mounting fixtures, at locations that are as near as practicable to
the test item mounting points. When the vibration input is measured at more than one
point, the minimum input vibration shall normally be made to correspond to the
specified test curve (see Fig. 24-1 and 24-2). For massive test item and fixtures, and
for large force exciters or multiple vibration exciters, the input control value may be
an average of the average magnitudes of three or more inputs. Accelerations in
transverse direction, measured at the test attachment points shall be limited to 100 per
cent of the applied vibration. The relevant component specification shall specify the
number and location of the test points.
3.3 Method of Mounting - The specimen shall be mounted as specified in the

relevant component specification. The orientation of the specimen or direction(s) of
the applied vibration motion, and any special test fixtures or jigs required to run the
test shall also be specified in the relevant component specification with sufficient
detail to assure reproducibility of the input motion applied to of the specimen. These
details shall include the dimensions, the materials, temper etc. as applicable.
3.4 Testing - The test specimen, or a substitute equivalent mass, shall be

mounted in accordance with 3.3,. and the monitoring equipment attached, if
applicable, in accordance with 3.1 and 3.2. The vibration machine shall then be
operated and equalized or compensated to deliver the required frequencies and
intensities conforming to the curves specified in test condition I (Fig 24-1) or test
condition II (Fig 24-2), as specified. If the order of application of the different
directions is critical, it also shall be specified in the relevant component specification.
The specimen shall then be subjected to the vibration specified by the test condition
letter (See Table 24-1 and 24-2') for the duration of either 3 minutes, 15 minutes, 1%
hours -or 8 hours, as specified in the relevant component specification, in each of
three mutually perpendicular directions, and in the order specified, as applicable. The
measurements made before, during and after the test shall be in accordance with 3.5
and if the specimen shall be monitored during test, the detail shall be as specified in
3.1 and 3.2.
3.5 Measurements - The measurement shall be performed before, during and

after the test as specified in the relevant component specification.
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(a) Monitoring instrumentation, if capable (See 3.1 and 3.2)
(b) Number and location of test points (See 3.2)
(c) Method of mounting and orientation (See 3.3)
(d) Test condition (I or II) , letter (A-K) ; and duration of test (See 3.4)
(f) Measurement before, during and after test (See 3.5)
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SECTION-5
1. SUGGESTIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT
1.1 Any suggestion for improvement in this document may be forwarded to: -
The Director,
Directorate of Standardisation,
Ministry of Defence,
"H' Block, DHQ PO,
New Delhi - 110 O1l.
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APPENDIX A
(Clause 13.1 of Section 2)
A. METHOD OF ACHIEVING CONSTANT RELATIVE HUMIDITY
A-l Atmospheres of various relative humidities can be obtained conveniently

in an enclosed chamber in which a saturated solution of a suitable salt is exposed to
the atmosphere in the chamber.
A-2 Salt capable of providing relative humidities at the temperatures stated are
given in Table A-l.
TABLE A-l SALTS FOR SATURATED SOLUTIONS

(Clause A-2)
RELATIVE TEMPERATURE SALTS

HUMIDITY RANGE
{%) (°C)
48 to 52 22 to 26 Calcium nitrite (Ca(NO2)2 4H2O)
63 to 67 18 to 22 Sodium nitrite (NaNO^2)
73 to 77 15 to 35 Sodium chloride (NaCI)
90 to 95 38 to 42 Potassium di hydrogen phosphate

(KH2PO4)
95 to 98 24 to 30 Potassium sulphate (K2SO4)
A-3 The saturated salt solution shall be exposed so that maximum surface is in
contact with the air in the chamber, for example, by covering the floor of the chamber
with a tray containing the saturated salt solution. There shall be an excess of solid salt
in the liquid to ensure that the solution remains saturated. The surface- of the liquid
shall be free from any crust or film of grease, dirt etc.
A-4 To ensure uniform conditions throughout the chamber, a fan shall circulate
air over the surface of the saturated solution and around the components. Care shall be
taken to allow free exposure of all the components to the conditions in the chamber.
A-5 If the velocity of the air is greater than 3 m/s, the relative humidity may be
measured by wet and dry bulb thermometers. As an alternative to wet and dry bulb
thermometers which require a known air velocity, a dew point thimble may be
inserted into the chamber and used when the fan is not working. In either method, a
viewing window is. necessary to avoid opening the chamber.
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APPENDIX B
(Clause 2.4 of Test Number-ISA)
B. TEST SET UP FOR TESTING STATIC UND OPERATIONAL

SEALS
B.l PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
B.l.l The component shall be mounted on the lid (of adequate thickness) of
small sealed test chamber which is fitted with an air inlet nozzle, air line and valve
(see Fig B-l)
B.l.2 Air shall then be pumped into the sealed component under test or test
chamber, until the desired air pressure for the test is reached. This set up shall then be
submerged in a liquid at the specified temperature, If the component leaks, a stream of
air bubbles will be observed escaping from it.
B.l. 3 A transparent, funnel shall be fitted with a long tube, the end of which can
be sealed by a tap. The funnel shall then be submerged in the liquid with the tap open.
Liquid shall then be drawn up the tube until it is filled and the tap is then closed. The
tube shall be held in a vertical position and the mouth of the funnel moved over the
component so 'that the stream of air bubbles can be collected. The transparent funnel
or collector enables this to be done quickly. The air bubbles rise and travel up the
neck of the funnel into the tube and collect at the top causing a depression of the
liquid column. This set up is shown in Fig. B-2.
B-l.4 The rate of depression of the liquid meniscus is a measure of the leakage
rate 'and can be measured by means of a calibrated scale and a timing mechanism, the
air leakage rate being expressed in the form of cubic capacity per unit time.
B-l. 5 The apparatus operates over a wide temperature range provided suitable
liquids are chosen which at low temperature have a low viscosity and at high
temperature remain stable almost to boiling point. Stability here means the non-escape
of gases (or other movement which would mask the escape of air bubbles) and low
volatility. Alcohol is a suitable liquid for the low temperature tests and paraffin for the
high temperature tests.
B.2 OPERATION
B.2.1 The liquid in the container shall be first brought to the required
temperature of the test and constantly stirred in order to keep temperature of the liquid
uniform during the period of the test.
B.2.2 The air in the test chamber shall be at the requisite pressure which the test
condition demands. The test chamber shall then be carefully immersed in the liquid,
the location of any leak being immediately disclosed by a train of air bubbles rising to
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the surface. A suitable time interval shall be allowed for the component to attain
temperature stability.
B.2.3 The funnel of the collector shall be placed in the liquid with its mouth
submerged and some of the liquid is drawn up the tube, by suction through a flask.
B.2.4 The funnel end shall then be moved over the stream(s) of air bubbles so
that they are all collected and rise up the neck into the tube. Care must be taken to
keep the collector tube vertical and also to maintain the depth of immersion of the
mouth of the funnel at the same constant level as is used for calibration purposes.
B.2.5 The tube of the collector is calibrated in cubic centimetres and any leakage
rate can be calculated by measuring the depression of the liquid meniscus during a
known interval of time. The result can be readily expressed in cubic centimetres per
hour.
B.3 CALIBRATION AND ACCURACY
B.3.1 The collector can be calibrated by drawing up a quantity of liquid into the
tube and sealing off. A hypodermic syringe shall then be used as an air pump and
known volumes of air shall be injected, in steps, through the liquid into the mouth of
the funnel. At each step, the level of the displaced liquid shall be marked on the tube,
or its scale until a suitable complete scale is obtained. During calibration, the mouth
of the funnel shall be kept at a constant depth of immersion. Otherwise, a small
calibration error may occur due to a change in pressure in the column caused by any
variations in the head of liquid.
B.3.2 The air-leakage rate can be measured at any temperature or pressure,

provided the whole of the tube and scale is maintained at the specified temperature.
Normally, leakage rates shall be expressed at the laboratory ambient temperature and
pressure and this can readily be done because the collected air at the top of the tube
quickly attains the laboratory ambient temperature.
B.3.3 The overall accuracy of measurement of leakage rates depends on the

individual accuracy of measurement of a number of factors, the chief among them
being :
(a) The air pressure.

(b) The stability of the air pressure
(c) The volume of air in the collector tube.
(d) The time taken to attain a specified volume.
(e) The head or pressure of the liquid in the collector.
(f) The temperature of the liquid.
B.3.4 The errors introduced by the measurement of pressure (a) are directly
proportional to the leakage rate and these errors, together with the errors introduced
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by the measurement of temperature (f), can be assumed to be the overall accuracy of

the apparatus since the errors introduced by (b), (c), (d) and (e) will normally be very
small compared with (a) and can, therefore, be ignored.
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APPENDIX ‘C’
Clause 7, 10, 11 of Section 1, 3.1.9 of test number 5 and 5 and 3.1.2 of test
number 7)
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RAKSHA MANTRALAYA

JOINT SERVICES SPECIFICATION

ENVIRONMENTAL TEST METHODS

(GROUP CLASS 5999)

JSS 50101: 1996

JOINT SERVICES SPECIFICATION

ENVIRONMENTAL TEST METHODS

(GROUP CLASS 5999)

LIST OF MEMBERS ASSOCIATED WITH REAFFIRMATION OF THIS

This reaffirmation of Joint Services Specification has been approved by Maj

2. The following members have been associated in approving the draft:

Sl. No. Name and Designation Organisation

Amendment Amendment Amended by

TEST NUMBER-20 TEMPERATURE CYCLING 113

0.1 This specification has been prepared by the Electronic Components

0.3 This specification would be used to guide design, manufacture, quality

0.5 Copies of this specification can be obtained on payment from -

1.1 This specification describes standard procedures and conditions for

1.2 The acceptable performance limits of the components during

1.3 This specification shall always be invoked in the relevant component

2.1 Joint Services Specifications

JSS 50102:1985 General specification and

JSS 51701:1975 Specification for metal clad base

JSS 55555:2000 Environmental test methods for

2.2 Other Specifications

IS 193:1982 Soft solder

IS 1921:1975 Rosin-cored solder wire

IS 10005:1994 SI units and recommendations for

2.3 Source of supplies

2.3.1 Copies of Joint Services Specifications are obtainable on payment from: -

2.3.2 Copies of Indian Standards are obtainable on payment from: -

Bureau of Indian Standards

The following, definitions shall apply: -

3.1 Ambient Temperature - The temperature of the mediurn surrounding the

3.2 Final Measurements - The measurements made at the conclusion of a test

3.3 Initial Measurements - The measurements made prior to a test to determine

3.4 Intermediate Measurements - The measurements made during the test to

3.5 Preconditioning - The treatment of a component with the object of

3.7 Recovery Conditions - These are defined in Section 2.

3.8 Temperature Stability - Temperature stability is considered to have been

NOTE - This specification is applicable when the component is in non-heat

3.9 Test - A complete series of operations covered under a test heading.

3.10 Test Chamber - An enclosure having a working space in which the

TEST TEST NUMBER OF SECTION 4

Acceleration (steady state) 1

TABLE 2: DEGREES OF SEVERITY

TEST SEVERITY VALUE

TABLE 2 DEGREES OF SEVERITY (Continued)

TEST SEVERITY VALUE

TABLE 2: DEGREES OF SEVERITY (Continued)

TEST SEVERITY VALUE

V12 10-2000 0.75 mm or 100 m/s 9

V15 10-2000 0.75 mm or 200 m/s 12

10-2000 0.75 mm or 500 m/s 12

NOTE-1 - Temperature severity is indicated as combined severity of temperature

7. STANDARD TEST SEQUENCE

7.1 The tests shall normally be applied in a specified sequence conforming to

7.2 When an interval between two tests become necessary, NOTE 3 in

8. NUMBER OF COMPONENTS FOR TESTING