MSRC Training Courses
Certified Fiber Optic Specialist - Connectors (Mil Spec and Ruggedized)
This course is designed for qualified technicians who desire to learn
about fiber optic Mil-Spec and Ruggedized Connectors (MSRC).  The
course includes the M83526 connector, M83522 Ruggedized ST,
Pierside, F-Link (Fiber Optic and Electrical Inter-Connect System), and
the new Intelligent Release Interconnect System (IRIS) designed for
traffic control systems.  Attendees will learn how to assemble, terminate
and test these connectors.  

The minimum prerequisite for attending this course is the Basic Fiber
Optic Technician course with a current CFOT designation.
Certified Fiber Optic Specialist - Connectors (CFOS/C)

Prerequisites: Basic Technician (CFOT)
Skill Level: Certified Fiber Optic Specialist (CFOS/C) - (MSRC)
Duration: 8 - 16 Hours (Depending on number of course modules)
Fee Structure:
    M83526 Connector - $200
    M83526 Connector + M83522 Ruggedized ST Connector - $225
    Pierside Hermaphroditic Connector - $200

Optional CFOS/C-MSRC Exam: $50
Course Book: Mil Spec and Ruggedized Connector Technician Course
M83526 Connector
Intelligent Release Interconnect
System (IRIS)
F-Link Fiber Optic and Electrical
Inter-Connect System
BICSI members holding current
credentials receive BICSI
Continuing Education Credits for
successful completion of the Mil
Spec and Ruggedized Connector
(MSRC) course.  

  • RCDD - 14 credits,
  • Installer II - 14 credits
  • Technician - 14 credits
  • Certified Trainer - 14 credits
Installation Tools
Polishing Tools and
Curing Oven
Lapping Film and
Consumables
Enulta offers many of the special tools required to terminate the M83526, M83522 and Pierside connectors.  The list
includes stainless steel polishing pucks (E-2-1001, E-2-1002, E-2-1003), M83526 receptacle locking nut tool (E-2-1004),
M83526 wedge extraction tool (E-2-1005), M83526 termini spring compression tool (E-2-1006), and Pierside termini
insertion tool (E-2-1007).  Contact Enulta for availability and pricing.