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7. STORAGE
7.1 SHORT TERM STORAGE
Prior to installation, the connectors are sensitive to environments where grit and dirt are present. To
prevent ingress of the above, they should be stored in a clean dry area and be protected by bubble
wrap or similar wrapping material. Protection caps must be fitted if supplied. Elastomeric components
such as hose and connector termination kits should not be stored near natural or artificial sources of
ozone (e.g. high voltage electrical equipment, laser printers, welding operations). Also, elastomeric
components must not be exposed to combustion gases, organic vapour or equipment which generate
organic vapours.
7.2 LONG TERM STORAGE
The connectors must be stored in a clean dry area and be protected by bubble wrap or similar. Suitable
protection caps must be fitted (instrumentation connectors require sealed caps), and the storage
temperature should be between -40°C and 70°C (Project Specific Connectors storage Temperature
may vary). Humidity of the store room should be below 75%. Very moist or very dry conditions should
be avoided. The Plug connector should be protected from strong sunlight and strong artificial light
with a high ultra violet content. Moulded connectors should be placed within black bags to avoid direct
sunlight. Elastomeric components such as hose and connector termination kits should not be stored
near natural or artificial sources of ozone (e.g. high voltage electrical equipment, laser printers,
welding operations). Also, elastomeric components must not be exposed to combustion gases,
organic vapour or equipment which generate organic vapours. The connectors should not be allowed
to come into contact with solvents, oil, greases or any other semi-solid materials. If glanded
connectors are to be stored bolted into their interfaces ensure the cable entry point into the gland is
covered to prevent water ingress.
7.3 STORAGE OF CONNECTOR TERMINATION KITS
Elastomeric components supplied in termination or re-termination kits should be kept in their
packaging until required for use. The date of expiry stated on the packaging should be observed, as
should the following storage conditions.
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Temperature
– the storage temperature shall be between 15 and 25°C and the components
will be stored away from direct heat sources. If the storage temperature falls below 15°C the
components shall be handled carefully and the temperature of the components shall be raised
to approximately 30°C prior to use.
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Humidity
– the relative humidity shall be at a level that prevents condensation occurring as a
result of temperature fluctuations.
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Light
– the elastomeric components shall be protected from light sources including direct
sunlight and artificial light having a high ultraviolet content.
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Ozone
– elastomeric components shall not be stored near ozone generating equipment (e.g.
high voltage electrical equipment, laser printers) or operations (e.g. welding). The storage
area must also be free from combustion gases and organic vapour and equipment that
generate organic vapours.
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Stress
– components shall be stored free from superimposed tensions and compressive
stresses or other causes of deformation.
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Radiation
– components shall be protected from all sources of ionizing radiation.
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