Keysight Technologies N5252A, User Manual

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Principles of Connector Care
Proper connector care and connection techniques are critical for accurate and repeatable
measurements. Refer to
Table 20 below for tips on connector care.
Prior to making connections to your analyzer, carefully review the information about how to
properly inspect, clean, and gauge connectors. Refer to the calibration kit documentation for
detailed connector care information.
For additional connector care instruction, contact Keysight Technologies. Refer to
“Contacting
Keysight” on page 61 .
Table 20 Connector Care Quick Reference Guide
Handling and Storage
Do Not Do
•
Keep connectors clean
•
Extend sleeve or connector nut
•
Use plastic end-caps during storage
•
Touch mating-plane surfaces
•
Set connectors contact-end down
•
Store connectors or adapters loose
Visual Inspection
Do Not Do
•
Inspect all connectors carefully
•
Look for metal particles, scratches, and dents
Connector Cleaning
Do Do Not
a.
Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instrument’s power cord removed,
and in a well-ventilated area. Allow all residual alcohol moisture to evaporate, and the fumes to
dissipate, prior to energizing the instrument.
•
Use any abrasives
•
Get liquid into plastic support beads
•
Try compressed air first
•
Use isopropyl alcohol
a
•
Clean connector threads
Gauge Use with Connectors
Do Not
Do
•
Clean and zero the guage before use
•
Use the correct gauge type
•
Use correct end of calibration block
•
Gauge all connectors before first use
Making Connections
Do Not Do
•
Align connectors carefully
•
Make preliminary connection contact lightly
•
Turn only the connector nut
•
Use a torque wrench for final connection
•
Apply bending force to connection
•
Over tighten preliminary connection
•
Twist or screw any connection
•
Tighten past torque wrench “break” point
•
Use an out-of-specification connector
•
Use a damaged connector - ever
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