Arlington VA. (January 4, 2024) – The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) TR-42.12 Engineering Committee on Optical Fiber and Cables has issued a call for interest for document TIA-455-16-A initially titled “FOTP-16 Salt Spray (Corrosion) Test for Fiber Optic Components”. TR-42.12 is developing guidelines in the area defined by the following scope: This document describes a test method intended to determine the effects of a controlled salt-laden atmosphere on fiber optic interconnecting devices, finishes, and mechanisms.
The stakeholders may include, but are not limited to: Telecom, Optical Fiber Manufacturers, Developers and Users.
TIA is actively seeking participation in these projects from the user and general interest communities.
For more information about TR-42 and how to participate in standards development with TIA, contact Cheryl Thibideau at standards-process@tiaonline.org.