MIL-DTL-5688E
4. VERIFICATION
4.1 Conformance inspection. Conformance inspection shall be conducted on each
assembly. Conformance inspection shall consist of load testing.
4.2 Load testing. The applicable load shall be applied for the period of time specified as
follows:
Type of Cable Assembly
Duration of Load Application (Minimum)
5 seconds
Swaged Terminal 1/
1/ Applies to swaged terminals conforming to MIL-DTL-781.
4.2.1 Application of load. The load shall be applied evenly by dead load or by any
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suitable test machine in not less than 3 seconds. The load shall be applied to the fitting end of
the terminal in a manner similar to that for which it was designed. The release shall be made
evenly and gradually.
4.2.2 Rejection. Any cable terminal assemblies showing any slippage noticeable to the
unaided eye shall be rejected. A suitable marking of the cable terminal joint shall be made prior
to application of the load to aid in determination of any slippage.
4.2.3 Acceptance. Acceptance of the cable shall be indicated on a removable tag
attached to the cable.
5. Packaging. Not applicable.
6. NOTES
(This section contains information of a general or explanatory nature that may be helpful,
but is not mandatory.)
6.1 Intended use. This specification covers the proof testing and prestretching of wire
rope assemblies.
6.2 Subject term (key word) listing.
Wire rope
Terminals
Proof load
Swaged terminals
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