05400792464 3M Interconnect Solutions, 05400792464 Datasheet
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Instructions SC & FC/PC3 Pull-Proof Fiber Optic Connectors Termination Procedures for Single-mode and Multimode Field-Mountable Connectors using Epoxy Issue 1, May 1993 ...
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Contents: A) Warnings, Recommendations and Overview ................................................................................................ 3 B) Jacketed Cable Preparation .......................................................................................................................... 5 C) Mounting ........................................................................................................................................................ 8 D) Scoring .......................................................................................................................................................... 12 E) Standard Polishing Process for Single-mode and Multimode Connectors (>30dB) ..................................... 13 F) Polishing Process for Single-mode Connector ...
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SECTION A Warnings, Recommendations and Overview 1. Most fibers can be mechanically stripped without the aid of chemicals or heat. If the fiber is not mechanically strippable, contact 3M's Training Department or the cable manufacturer for their recommendations. 2. The ...
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Warnings, Recommendations and Overview This manual is for terminating the following field mountable connectors: SC Single-mode Product Number 125 m 8305 126 m 8306 127 m 8307 SC Multimode 125 m 6306 FC Single-mode 125 m 8202 126 m 8203 ...
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SECTION B Jacketed Cable Preparation This section is for mounting the 3M brand SC and FC/PC3 field- mountable connectors on 2.4 mm cable and 3.0 mm cable. The process for mounting on 900 m buffered fiber can be found in ...
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SECTION B Jacketed Cable Preparation 5. SLIP THE STRAIN RELIEF BOOT AND THE CORRECT CRIMP RING ONTO THE CABLE DO NOT FORGET TO DO THIS STEP. The boot will not fit over a mounted connector assembly essential ...
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SECTION B Jacketed Cable Preparation 9. BUFFER REMOVAL With the modified No-Nik tool's arrow pointing in the direction of the stripping, remove the fiber's buffer in small bites, about 3/16" (5 mm). Be sure to remove the stripped material from ...
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SECTION C Mounting 1. INSPECT THE CONNECTOR Before mounting, hold the connector light to ensure that the capillary hole of the ceramic ferrule is clear. If the hole is obstructed, blow it clear with air or use ...
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SECTION C Mounting 4. PREPARE THE SYRINGE AND EPOXY Remove the plunger and protective cap from the syringe and place both parts on a clean convenient surface along with the dispensing tip. The epoxy supplied has been specifically designed for ...
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SECTION C Mounting 8. THREAD THE CONNECTOR ONTO THE FIBER Slide the crimp ring up the cable within 1/2" (13 mm) of the end of the jacket. Hold the cable in one hand directly behind the crimp ring and hold ...
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SECTION C Mounting 11. SECURE THE STRAIN RELIEF BOOT Use the syringe to apply two dabs of epoxy onto the larger half of the crimp ring (Fig. C12). While holding the load adapter, slide the boot up over the crimp ...
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Scoring 1. CAREFULLY REMOVE THE LOAD ADAPTER 2. SCORE THE FIBER Hold the connector in a vertical position with the fiber pointing upward. Score the fiber by drawing the scoring blade lightly against the fiber, just above the epoxy bead ...
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SECTION E Standard Polishing Process for Single-mode and Multimode Connectors (>30dB) Note: See Section F to achieve >40 dB Return Loss. 1. PREPARE THE 5 m POLISHING SURFACE Clean the surface of the soft polishing pad with a lint-free cloth ...
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SECTION E Standard Polishing Process for Single-mode and Multimode Connectors 3. PERFORM THE 5 m FINISH While holding the polishing jig in your hand, insert the connector so that the ferrule end does not protrude past the bottom of the ...
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SECTION E Standard Polishing Process for Single-mode and Multimode Connectors 4. PREPARE TO PERFORM THE 1 m FINISH Using an isopropyl alcohol dampened lint-free cloth, clean the ferrule, the polishing jig, and the 5 m lapping acetate. Blow all pieces ...
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SECTION F Polishing Process for Single-mode Connector Return Loss >40dB This process will need to be used for single-mode finishes with a reflection requirement of 40dB or better. This specification is outlined in Bellcore TR-NWT-00326 Issue 3. 1. PREPARE THE ...
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SECTION F Polishing Process for Single-mode Connector Return Loss >40dB 4. PERFORM THE 5 m FINISH While holding the polishing jig in your hand, insert the connector so that the ferrule end does not protrude past the bottom of the ...
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SECTION F Polishing Process for Single-mode Connector Return Loss >40dB 6. PERFORM THE 1.5 m FINISH Insert the ferrule into the jig and lower it gently onto the 1.5 m acetate. Using medium pressure (equivalent force), ...
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SECTION F Polishing Process for Single-mode Connector Return Loss >40dB 7. PREPARE TO PERFORM THE FINAL POLISH Using an isopropyl alcohol dampened lint-free cloth, clean the ferrule and the polishing jig. Clean a sheet of the final polishing film and ...
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SECTION G Final Cleaning 1. BLOW THE DUST CAP WITH COMPRESSED AIR 2. WIPE THE CERAMIC FERRULE WITH AN ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL DAMPENED LINT-FREE CLOTH (Fig. G1) Be sure to wipe the entire length of the ferrule and the ferrule tip. ...
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SECTION H Mounting Unjacketed/900 m Buffered Fiber 7. THREAD THE CONNECTOR ONTO THE FIBER Slide the strain relief tube with the crimp ring within 1/2" (13 mm) of the buffer. While holding the fiber directly behind the strain relief tube, ...
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SECTION I Connector Assembly and Installation 1. CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY Once the SC connector has been mounted and polished, the housing can be installed onto the body. A. Standard Density Applications While holding the connector firmly by the boot, align the ...
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SECTION I Connector Assembly and Installation 4. SC CONNECTOR - HIGH DENSITY MATING Installation A. Clean the connector and coupling as described above. B. Hold the connector by the boot. C. Align the connector chamfers with the coupling (Fig. I5) ...
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SECTION J 3M brand SC and FC/PC3 Epoxy Field Termination Kits DESCRIPTION 3M brand SC and FC/PC3 Epoxy Field Termination Kit (110V) 3M brand SC and FC/PC3 Epoxy Field Termination Kit (220V) KIT COMPONENTS Scissors Cable Stripper Modified No-Nik Stripper ...