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80E00 Electrical Sampling Modules User Manual
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H Reduce connector wear by keeping connectors clean and by connecting them
properly.
H Replace calibration devices with worn connectors and use an adapter on the
input connector, when applicable, to minimize wear.
H Inspect connector mating-plane surfaces for dents, scratches, and for dirt and
particles. Check for damage due to uneven or excessive misalignment or
wear.
H Carefully inspect the contact fingers in the female center conductor when
using slotted connectors. Damage, which is not always easy to see, can result
in poor electrical contact. This is especially important when mating precision
to nonprecision devices.
Clean connectors are essential for ensuring the integrity of RF and coaxial
connections. This section covers precautions, cleaning connector threads,
cleaning the mating plane surfaces, and inspecting the connector.
Overview To follow proper cleaning procedures Control elements & resources
Cleaning
Precautions
1. Ground the hose nozzle to prevent ESD. See
Electrostatic Discharge on page 38.
2. Air or nitrogen source should have an effective oil-vapor
filter and liquid condensation trap just before the outlet
hose.
3. Always use protective eyewear when using compressed
air or nitrogen.
4. Set the pressure to less than 414 kPa (60 psi) to control
the vel ocity of the air stream. Compressed air can cause
ESD when directed into a connector.
5. Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and
flame. Store properly, and in case of fire, use alcohol
foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide, since water may
not work.
6. Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation and
avoid cont act with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash
thoroughly after handling.
7. In case of a spill, soak up with sand or earth, and flush
spill area.
8. Dispose of isopropyl alcohol in accordance with the
applicable f ederal , state and local regulations.
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wrist strap
Cleaning C onnectors