Entering Other MIL-HDBK-217 Optical Devices
The following table describes the part parameters required for other subcategories of optical devices when a MIL-HDBK-217 model is selected for the calculation. The other subcategories supported by this model are:
Detector, Isolator, Emitter
Fiber Optic Item
Parameter
Type
Description
Quality Level
Choice List
Required only for the Detector, Isolator, Emitter subcategory.
The quality screening level used in the manufacturing of the device. Choices are:
JANTXV
JANTX
JAN
Commercial
Plastic
Type
Choice List [Parts Count also]
The type of device. Choices vary by subcategory.
Length (Km)
Real [Parts Count also]
Required only for the Fiber Optic Item subcategory.
The length of the connector or cable in kilometers.
[Temperature Parameters}
Real (Degrees C)
For more information, see Comprehensive Temperature Parameters.
[Derating Parameters]
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For more information, see Derating Parameters.