3
Crimplok
™
Connectors
Quick, easy installation and superior
performance
To successfully design, install or operate today’s fiber
optic networks, you need components that offer
speed and reliability – from the fiber itself all the way
down to the connectors. That’s why 3M developed a
connector that combines the speed of non-adhesive
connectors with the performance characteristics
of epoxy and hot melt connectors. 3M
™
Crimplok
™
Connectors are the ideal solution for quickly making
fiber connections at the desk or for emergency
restoration work.
Crimplok connectors were designed to:
• Save time in installation
• Provide rugged, reliable performance, meeting or
exceeding current EIA/TIA-568B.3 specifications
• Install cleanly and simply with fewer parts and
tools
3M
™
Crimplok
™
ST Connector Multimode
Saves time
Available in both SC and ST, single-mode and
multimode connector versions, Crimplok connectors
are faster to install than epoxy connectors since
there is no set-up or curing time. Crimplok
connectors do not require special heating tools or
ovens, so time spent searching for electrical outlets
is eliminated. Polishing the connector is also a simple
process that can be performed in seconds.
3M
™
Crimplok
™
SC Connector Single-mode
cable jacket to prevent the fiber connection from
breaking when the cable is pulled.
The buffer retention insert and the crimp ring
combine to ensure that Crimplok connectors perform
extremely well and meet rigorous tensile strength
requirements in building wiring applications.
Provides reliable performance
The Crimplok connector incorporates proven 3M
malleable metal element fiber gripping technology.
There is no fiber splice or second joint inside the
connector, so there is no added attenuation at the
connection.
When the conformable metal element closes, it grips
a length of the fiber, eliminating fiber movement
associated with other crimp-style connectors.
The strength of the metallic element ensures that
Crimplok connectors meet industry standards for
temperature and humidity.
The plastic buffer retention insert also prevents fiber
movement by gripping the buffer without crushing it
when the crimp ring is crimped. On jacketed cable,
the crimp ring also grips the Kevlar
®
strands and
Installs cleanly and simply
Preparing and installing Crimplok connectors is as
simple as the concept behind them.
During installation, the fiber passes through the back
end of the connector, through the metallic element
and extends beyond the end of the activation tool.
Pressing the activation tool locking arm closes the
metal element around the fiber. It’s that simple.
The few tools required for installing a Crimplok
connector can be conveniently stored in a small tool
pouch.
3M
™
CriMplok
™
ConneCtorS
Features
Easy to install
Meets EIA/TIA-568A specifications
Non-adhesive design
Intermateability with standard connectors
No workstation setup required
Minimal tools required
No electricity required
Pre-radiused PC zirconia ceramic ferrule
Benefits
Saves time
Rugged, reliable performance
Clean and simple terminations
Convenience, quick restoration of existing systems
Saves time and money
Low-cost kit
Installation anywhere
Assured contact of fibers; stability through temperature change; quality performance
35
30
FREQUENCY
25
20
15
10
5
0
0.05
.01
.15
0.2
Mean 0.16 (dB)
Sigma 0.05
3M
™
CriMplok
™
SC ConneCtor
MultiMode 6900
Specifications
Attenuation @ 1300 mm (dB)
Reflection (dB)
Operational temperature
(cable dependent)
<0.2 typical (62.5/125 µm fiber)
≤-29
typical
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
-40° to 80°C (-40° to 176°F
)
0.25
0.3
Multimode ST and SC Insertion Loss (dB)
Storage temperature
(unassembled connector)
Environmental
60
50
FREQUENCY
40
30
20
10
0
24
26
28
30
32
AVG
MAX
MIN
STD
28.6
27
30.5
0.91
Humidity
Cold
Temperature life
Mechanical
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
34
36
Impact
Cyclic flex
Twist
Cable retention
Mating durability 500 matings
Materials
Connector ferrule
Connector body and housing
Boot
Identification
Fiber size
Mean loss 0.18 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
<0.22 change
Multimode ST and SC Return Loss (dB)
Zirconia ceramic
Thermoplastic polymer
Elastomeric resin
Black body, beige shell, black boot
125 µm multimode
Engineering thermoplastic
Ceramic
3M
™
Crimplok
™
SC Connector
Couplings
Housing
Sleeve
Note: Testing performed on cable assemblies with 3 mm jacketed cable and 900 µm buffered fiber.
3M
™
CriMplok
™
St ConneCtor
MultiMode 6901
Specifications
Attenuation @ 1300 mm (dB)
Reflection (dB)
Operational temperature
(cable dependent)
Storage temperature
(unassembled connector)
Environmental
Humidity
Cold
Temperature life
Mechanical
Impact
Cyclic flex
Twist
Cable retention
Mating durability 500 matings
Materials
Connector ferrule
Connector body and housing
Boot
Identification
Fiber size
Couplings
Housing
Sleeve
Zirconia ceramic
Thermoplastic polymer
Elastomeric resin
Black body, beige shell, beige boot
125 µm multimode
Nickel plated zinc
Phosphor bronze
Mean loss 0.12 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Mean loss 0.11 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Mean loss 0.11 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Mean loss 0.12 dB; Mean reflection -27 dB
<0.3 change
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
<0.2 typical
≤-29
typical
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
-40° to 80°C (-40° to 176°F
)
Note: Testing performed on cable assemblies with 3 mm jacketed cable and 900 µm buffered fiber.
Malleable metal element assures fiber retention
and a reliable connection.
Thumb Pressure
End of
Activation
Tool
Metal
Element
Integrated
Scoring
Tool
The metal element inside the connector closes around the fiber.
3M
™
Crimplok
™
ST Connector
3M
™
CriMplok
™
ConneCtorS
Features
Installation in less than two minutes
Meets EIA/TIA-568A specifications
Non-adhesive design
Intermateability with standard connectors
No workstation setup required
Minimal tools required
No electricity required
Pre-radiused PC zirconia ceramic ferrule
Benefits
Saves time
Rugged, reliable performance
Clean and simple terminations
Convenience, quick restoration of existing systems
Saves time and money
Low-cost kit
Installation anywhere
Assured contact of fibers; stability through temperature change; quality performance
25
FREQUENCY
20
15
10
5
0
Mean 0.14 (dB)
Sigma 0.05
3M
™
CriMplok
™
SC ConneCtor
Single-Mode 8900
Specifications
Attenuation @ 1300 mm (dB)
Reflection (dB)
Operational temperature
(cable dependent)
<0.2 typical
≤-40
dB typical
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
-40° to 80°C (-40° to 176°F
)
0.05
.01
.15
0.2
0.25
0.3
Single-mode ST and SC Insertion Loss (dB)
Storage temperature
(unassembled connector)
Environmental
25
FREQUENCY
20
15
10
5
0
Mean 46.1 (dB)
Sigma 1.38
Humidity
Cold
Temperature life
Mechanical
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
Impact
Cyclic flex
Twist
Cable retention
Mating durability 500 matings
Materials
Connector ferrule
Connector body and housing
Boot
Identification
Ferrule size
Mean loss 0.18 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
<0.22 change
Single-mode ST and SC Return Loss (dB)
Zirconia ceramic
Thermoplastic polymer
Elastomeric resin
Black body, blue shell, black boot
126 µm single-mode
Engineering thermoplastic
Zirconia Ceramic
3M
™
Crimplok
™
SC Connector
Couplings
Housing
Sleeve
Note: Testing performed on cable assemblies with 3 mm jacketed cable and 900 µm buffered fiber.
3M
™
CriMplok
™
St ConneCtor
Single-Mode 8901
Specifications
Attenuation @ 1300 mm (dB)
Reflection (dB)
Operational temperature
(cable dependent)
Storage temperature
(unassembled connector)
Environmental
Humidity
Cold
Temperature life
Mechanical
Impact
Cyclic flex
Twist
Cable retention
Mating durability 500 matings
Materials
Connector ferrule
Connector body and housing
Boot
Identification
Ferrule size
Couplings
Housing
Sleeve
Zirconia ceramic
Thermoplastic polymer
Elastomeric resin
Black body, beige bayonnet cap, blue boot
126 µm single-mode
Nickel plated zinc
Zirconia ceramic
Mean loss 0.12 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Mean loss 0.11 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Mean loss 0.11 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Mean loss 0.12 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
<0.3 change
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
<0.2 typical
≤-40
dB typical
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
-40° to 80°C (-40° to 176°F
)
Note: Testing performed on cable assemblies with 3 mm jacketed cable and 900 µm buffered fiber.
Malleable metal element assures fiber retention
and a reliable connection.
Thumb Pressure
End of
Activation
Tool
Metal
Element
Integrated
Scoring
Tool
The metal element inside the connector closes around the fiber.
3M
™
Crimplok
™
ST Connector
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