CAI-QMICR-01: QMicro Receptacle Connector Customer Assembly Instructions
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POPULATE THE INSERT
Insert the Fiber Optic Termini into the back of the Insert Cavities. Place the Termini Retainer Plate
between the 900 µm fibers making sure that the springs are between the Fiber Optic Termini and
Termini Retainer Plate. Apply a drop of Loctite 222 to the Socket Head Cap Screw and use Hex Tool
PT-503 to screw the Termini Retainer Plate into the Insert. Torque the Socket Head Screw to the
values in the above Torque Table using Torque-Measuring Head Drive PT-590 and Bit Size 5/64” PT-
599. Use a pair of Long Nose Pliers PT- 532 to ensure the termini are fully seated against the ball
lenses.
FINAL ASSEMBLY
Use the Hex Driver PT-503 to align the key and install the insert into the Jam Nut or Flange Adapter
Body. Rotate the body clockwise until the insert locates internal key. Push the insert forward. The Insert
should protrude from the front face of the body to indicate it is seated properly. The seal should be
visible around the insert as seen in the image below.
NOTE: Orientation of the connectors is seen below
