MIL-DTL-28781E
6. NOTES
(This section contains information of a general or explanatory nature that may be helpful, but is not
mandatory.)
6.1 Intended use. The cable described in this specification is intended for use in shore stations and
facilities.
6.2 Acquisition requirements. Acquisition documents should specify the following:
a. Title, number, and date of the specification.
b. Number of pairs in cable (see 1.2).
c. If required, the specific issue of individual documents referenced (see 2.2.1 and 2.3).
d. If a first article inspection should not be performed (see 3.1.1).
e. Length of first article samples, if other than as specified in 4.2.
6.3 First article. Invitations for bids should provide that the Government reserves the right to waive
the requirement for first article samples for those bidders offering a product which has been previously
acquired or tested by the Government. Also, bidders offering such products who wish to rely on such
production or test must furnish evidence with the bid that prior Government approval is presently
appropriate for the pending procurement (see 4.4).
6.3.1 Size of cable. The invitations for bids should specify the size (number of pairs) of cable to be
tested under first article test requirements. (If all constructions are acquired, the 26-pair construction
should normally be specified.)
6.4 Packaging. MIL-DTL-12000 has been used in the past to specify requirements for the
preservation, packing, unitization, and marking of cable, cord, and wire for storage and domestic and
overseas shipments.
6.4.1 Reels. Cables should be furnished on non-returnable reels which should contain lengths as
specified in 6.2. The cable lengths should have both ends brought out so that cable can be readily tested
without unreeling. The reels should be constructed with flanges of sufficient thickness to protect the cable
from damage during handling, shipment, and storage. The diameter of the reel core should be not less
than 20 times the diameter of the cable.
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