Drop Testing (handling shock)
Overview
The object is generally to assess the performance of packaged and unpackaged equipment to the exposure of handling shocks.
Common Standards
• IEC 60068-2-32 Free Fall
• IEC 60068-2-31 Rough handling shocks for equipment type specimens
Common product standards – incorporate a handling test
• GR-3108-CORE Generic requirements for network equipment in the outside plant- telecom/datacom
• GR-3160-CORE NEBS requirements for Data Center Equipment - telecom/datacom
• GR-3178-CORE Generic requirements for Wireless Transceiver Facilities
• GR-950-CORE Generic requirements for Optical Network closures and systems – telecom/datacom
• GR-487-CORE Generic requirements for outdoor electronic equipment cabinets -telecom/datacom
• GR-63-CORE NEBS requirements for Central Offices- telecom/datacom
• ETSI EN 300 019 – Environmental classification/tests for Telecom equipment
• GMW3172, MBN LV124, DC10611, VW 80000 automotive standards for electrical components.
Bureau Veritas Littleton Equipment/Capabilities
• Forklift, overhead crane, quick release for large items, crates, pallets
• Hand drops for small packages and equipment.