Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies
Pigtails, Jumpers (simplex and duplex), Fanouts,
Pre-connectorized Multi-Fiber Cable
Hybrid Cable Assemblies – a combination of two different connector designs terminated on one fiber optic cable. These hybrids offer ease of connectivity between
transmission and receiver equipment, and other components which incorporate different connector designs.
Duplex Cable Assemblies – a combination of four connectors are mounted on duplex fiber optic cable. Duplex cable assemblies offer ease of connectivity between transmission and receiver equipment which incorporate dual transmission paths.
Pigtails – 3M can provide pigtails (i.e. one connectorized end only) on jacketed and unjacketed fiber optic cable. Cable assemblies used in patch panels (Fiber Distribution
Units) are an essential interface between fiber outside plant cable and optical equipment.
Cable assemblies also provide interconnect capabilities between equipment and distribution panels and equipment to equipment.
To support the customer’s needs for application specific cable assemblies, 3M has the following products to offer: pigtails, jumpers, Accuribbon* fanouts, and
pre-connectorized multi-fiber cable assemblies.
Standard Cable Assemblies – a single-mode or multimode optical fiber cable terminated on both ends with a
connector. 3M’s factory mounting capabilities assure highest transmission quality.
Cable Assembly
Specifications
Specification Fiber Type SC SC Angled ST*
Attenuation 1300(dB) Single-mode Mean 0.25, sigma 0.1 Mean 0.25, sigma 0.1 Mean 0.25, sigma 0.15 Multimode Mean 0.15, sigma 0.05 – Mean 0.15, sigma 0.05 Reflection (dB) Single-mode ≤-50, Mean -58 ≤-70, Mean -80 ≤-50, mean -58
Multimode ≤-25, Mean -27 – ≤-25, Mean -27 Connection durability (dB) Single-mode <0.2 change <0.2 change <0.1 change
Multimode <0.2 change – <0.2 change
Number of matings Single-mode 500 500 500
Multimode 500 – 500
Operational temperature Single-mode -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C
Connector only Multimode -40° to 85°C – -40° to 85°C
(cable dependent)
Storage temperature Single-mode -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C Multimode -40° to 85°C – -40° to 85°C Material
Connector plug Single-mode – –
Multimode – –
Connector housing Single-mode Engineering thermoplastic Engineering thermoplastic Nickel plated zinc Multimode Engineering thermoplastic – Nickel plated zinc Connector ferrule Single-mode Zirconia ceramic 8° Angle Zirconia ceramic Multimode Zirconia ceramic Zirconia ceramic Zirconia ceramic Alignment sleeve Single-mode Zirconia ceramic Zirconia ceramic Zirconia ceramic
Multimode Zirconia ceramic – Metal
Boot Single-mode Polyester Polyester Estane®
Multimode Polyester – Estane®
Backbone Single-mode Aluminum Aluminum Zinc alloy
Multimode Aluminum – Zinc alloy
Flame retardant Single-mode UL-94 V-O UL-94 V-O UL-94 V-O
Multimode UL-94 V-O – UL-94 V-O
Fanouts – The 12 fiber Accuribbon* Fanout is
pre-connectorized for easy termination in the Fiber Distribution Frame by mechanical or fusion splicing. Pre-Connectorized Multi-Fiber Cable – 3M offers a variety of cables terminated at one or both ends with the connector of your choice for easy installation in vault to frame applications.
Application Specific Assemblies – Our capabilities include termination of various styles of cables and connectors for those customers with unique requirements.
Features Benefits
Precision factory mounting Highest transmission quality and polishing
Multiple combinations of Ease of connectivity between connectors and cables transmission and receiving
equipment, with different connector standards. 3M developed processes Experienced assemblers and
processes enhance performance Factory tested Assures low reflectance
(single-mode) & low light loss
Push-Pull ST* FC-PC FC Angled Biconic FDDI
Mean 0.25, sigma 0.15 Mean 0.25, sigma 0.15 – Mean 0.35, sigma 0.15
Mean 0.15, sigma 0.05 Mean 0.15, sigma 0.05 mean 0.20, sigma 0.10 Mean 0.5, sigma 0.15 0.6 dB Max., 0.4 dB Typ
≤-50, Mean -58 ≤-50, Mean -58 ≤70, mean 80 -30 typical – ≤-25, Mean -27 ≤-25, Mean -27 – -12 typical –
<0.1 change <0.2 change <0.2 change – <0.2 change <0.2 change <0.2 change – <0.2 change <0.2 change
500 500 500 500 – 500 500 – 1000 500 -10° to 40°C -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C -40° to 80°C – -10° to 40°C -40° to 85°C – -40° to 80°C -40° to 80°C -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C – -40° to 85°C – -40° to 85°C -40° to 85°C – – – 70% Silica – – – – Filled epoxy –
Engineering thermoplastic Engineering thermoplastic – Engineering thermoplastic Engineering thermoplastic Engineering thermoplastic Engineering thermoplastic – Engineering thermoplastic Engineering thermoplastic
Zirconia ceramic Zirconia ceramic 8° Angle Zirconia ceramic – –
Zirconia ceramic Zirconia ceramic – –
Zirconia ceramic Zirconia ceramic Zirconia ceramic 70% Silica filled epoxy – Metal Zirconia ceramic – 70% Silica filled epoxy Metal Santoprene (non-flam.) Polyester Polyester Estane® –
Santoprene (non-flam.) Polyester – Estane® –
Polymer Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum –
Polymer Aluminum – Aluminum –
UL-94 V-O UL-94 V-O UL-94 V-O UL-94 V-O –
UL-94 V-O – UL-94 V-O – UL-94 V-O
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Accuribbon
*Fanout
The Accuribbon* Fanout is a pre-connectorized assembly
which can be mechanically or fusion spliced to 12 fiber ribbon for termination in the fiber distribution frame. The 12 fiber AT&T Accuribbon is separated into individual fibers which are protected with 1.7 mm PVC tubing and terminated with connectors.
The Accuribbon fiber is transitioned through a small plastic module. The terminated ends of the fibers are spaced 24 or 48 inches from the fanout module. The length of Accuribbon extending from the module is specified by the customer.
The 3M Fibrlok™ 2612 Multi-Fiber Optical Splice is
available for fast mechanical splicing of ribbon or ribbonized fiber. This splicing system is ideal for Accuribbon* Fanout installations with a minimum
investment in time and tooling.
Specifications
Attenuation
Average loss per end 0.45 dB
Maximum 1.0 dB
Reflection (ceramic ferrules)
Average return loss per end -45 dB Operating temperature -40° to 80°C
Pre-Connectorized Multi-Fiber Cable
As leaders in the fiber optic assembly market, 3M continues to fulfill the changing needs of the industry with the provision of pre-terminated multi-fiber cables. Pre-connectorized Cable Assemblies are used in applications such as intra-building networks and military field applications.
Pre-connectorized Multi-Fiber Cables are factory terminated at one or both ends with the customer’s choice of connectors. These single-mode and multimode assemblies are tested to meet specific fiber connector requirements in response to customer demand as per their application.
The cables listed in the ordering chart below are currently stocked; however, because of advanced capabilities, 3M can offer connector terminations on virtually any type of fiber cable. 3M also offers Pre-connectorized Multi-Fiber Cable already installed in a Fiber Distribution Unit. This simplifies cable installation and eliminates connector terminations at the customer site, reducing the total installation cost. Requests for Pre-connectorized Fiber Distribution Units or cable types which are not currently listed can be directed to 3M Customer Service.
To facilitate ordering, an order matrix for
Pre-Connectorized Multi-Fiber Cable is provided herein. By filling out this matrix, end users can specify their exact requirements and eliminate any possible ordering errors.
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Once completed, the ordering matrix on page 7 can then be faxed to your 3M Customer Service Representative for confirmation of your part number.
Order Matrix for
Pre-Connectorized Multi-fiber Cable
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Connector End #2
Breakout Length: Standard. 2 ft. Connector Type: (check) SM MM
Biconic ST Push/Pull ST FC/PC SC SC Angle N/A FC Angle N/A # of fibers term: Cable Single-mode Siecor (900 µm subunits): EA 4 fiber __________________ EB 6 fiber __________________ GY 12 fiber _________________ EC 24 fiber _________________ ED 36 fiber _________________ EE 72 fiber _________________ Siecor (2.4 mm subunits): GJ 6 fiber __________________ FW 12 fiber _________________ Total Length (in meters) Company Name ___________________________________________________ Contact Name _____________________________________________________ Contact Phone # __________________ 3M Part # ______________________ Date ___________________________ Cust. Part # _____________________
3M Central Order Dept. FAX #: 512/984 3408 800/626 0329 Phone #: 800/426 8688, push #1 Connector End #1
Breakout Length: Standard 2 ft. Connector Type: (check) SM MM
Biconic ST Push/Pull ST FC/PC SC SC Angle N/A FC Angle N/A # of fibers term:
STEP 5
FIVE STEPS in completing the PRE-CONNECTORIZED MULTI-FIBER CABLE ASSEMBLY ORDER MATRIX. 1. Determine the type of connectors to be terminated (ex. Biconic, ST, FC/PC). Determine # of fibers (ex. 4,6,12, all) to be
terminated on end #1.
2. Check (✓) cable type to be used and fill in desired length.
3. Determine if product is to be a pigtail (only one end terminated) or cable assembly (both ends terminated). If cable assembly, check type of connector to be terminated on end #2. Fill in # of fibers to be terminated on end #2.
4. Fill in company name, your name, phone #, customer part number (if applicable), 3M part number if known (otherwise customer service will fill in) and today’s date.
5. Fax to 3M Central Order Dept. 512/984 3408. Or Call 800/426 8688. Push #1, Information will be reviewed and a customer service coordinator will call you to verify the 3M part number and quote a price.
This page can be photocopied and used as a preliminary order form by sending a copy to our Central Order Department.
Important Notice
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of all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which warranties are hereby expressly disclaimed. SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE USER OR ANY OTHER PERSON UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY, FOR ANY INJURY OR FOR ANY DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUSTAINED OR INCURRED BY REASON OF THE USE OF ANY OF THE SELLER’S PRODUCTS THAT WERE DEFECTIVE.
*ST and Accuribbon are registered trademarks of AT&T.
**Estane is a registered trademark of Goodyear.
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