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Document ID:   MIL-PRF-64266       Scroll down to access document images
Spec/Std Sheet:  20

Overview
Title:  Connectors, Fibers Optic, Circular, Plug and Receptacle Style, Multiple Removable Termini, Screw Threads, Backshell, Split, Single Fiber Cables, Banding Adapter/Cable Strain Relief Interface, Environment Resisting
Scope:  The performance requirements specified herein cover a backshell intended for use with a MIL- PRF-64266 or MIL-DTL-38999 connector plug or receptacle in a fiber optic only application. This backshell is intended for the cable harness configuration in which a bundle of single fiber cables (simplex optical cables) are routed through material, such as cable wrap, to the connector plug or receptacle. This backshell is used for interface with the connector plug or receptacle on one end and contains an interface (platform) to secure the cable wrap with a banding strap on the other end. As an alternative, this platform may be used to secure a cable strain relief (such as heat shrink) to the cable entrance end of the backshell. Environmental resistant features include ability to restrict movement, position, and twist of each cable in addition to eliminate or reduce penetration of various environments. This backshell is one of a split (clam shell) shell configuration consisting of a front adapter, rear adapter, and two (split) shell halves. Split shell halves offer a means of easy access for inspection, troubleshooting and repair.
Status:  Active Document Date:  28-FEB-2025      
  Next Review Due:  27-FEB-2030
6060 Doc Category:   Performance Specification  
QPL/QML:  QPL-64266 NOT 1

Responsibilities
Lead Standardization Activity:  CC  DLA Land and Maritime  
  Preparing Activity: SH  Naval Sea Systems Command (Ship Systems)
Coordination:  Full  
Army Custodian:  CR   US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, C5ISR Center  
Navy Custodian:  SH   Naval Sea Systems Command (Ship Systems)  
Air Force Custodian:  85   Air Force Life Cycle Management Center - Electronic Components, Wire and Ca  
DLA Custodian:  CC   DLA Land and Maritime  

Amendments to military specifications or specification sheets issued after August 1, 2003 are incorporated in the modified document.
Revision History Click on column headings for a description of column content.
MediaDocument Part DescriptionDist StmtDocument DatePagesSize
Document ImageAmendment 2 (all previous amendments incorporated)A28-FEB-202514509.3 KB
Document ImageNotice 1 - ValidationA20-SEP-201912.1 KB
Document ImageAmendment 1 (amendment incorporated)A01-DEC-201414366.1 KB
Document ImageBase Document A29-OCT-201314180.2 KB

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