EN 61751:1998

FOREWORD
INTRODUCTION
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Laser reliability and quality assurance procedure
  4.1 Demonstration of product quality
  4.2 Testing responsibilities
  4.3 Quality Improvement Programmes (QIPs)
5 Tests
  5.1 Structural similarity
  5.2 Burn-in and screening (when applicable in the DS)
6 Activities
  6.1 Analysis of reliability results
  6.2 Technical visits to LMMs
  6.3 Design/process changes
  6.4 Deliveries
  6.5 Supplier documentation
Annex A (normative) Laser diode and laser module failure mechanisms
Annex B (informative) Guide
Annex ZA (normative) Normative references to international
         publications with their corresponding European
         publications

The aim of this standard is: - to establish a standard method of assessing the reliability of laser modules in order to minimize risks and to promote product development and reliability; - to establish means by which the distribution of failures with time can be determined. This should enable the determination of equipment failure rates for specified end of life criteria.