ANSI APPROVED
This test is intended to verify that filling and flooding compounds will not flow from a filled fiber optic cable at stated temperatures.(Footnote 1)
NOTE: Filling and flooding compounds minimize water penetration and assist in isolating fibers from outside environmental concerns.
Footnote 1 – For a similar test for other than fiber optic filled telecommunications cable, refer to the compound Flow test of ASTM D 4565.
