3 Fiber Optic Polishing Total solutions for your polishing needs
3M offers complete solutions for fiber optic connector polishing – with a full line of high performance precision abrasives, backed by the technical service and support of our experienced, knowledgeable fiber optics specialists. We’re ready to help you generate the finish you need on a wide variety of connectors. We can optimize your polishing operation to produce cost-effective results. Call the 3M Fiber Optic Applications Laboratory today to learn more: 866-866-0922. Or visit us on the web: www.3M.
Innovative products for your unique polishing system 3M™ Lapping Films are available in sheets, discs and rolls for use on any type of polishing equipment. These films are especially designed for use in factory or field applications. 3M™ Lapping Film Precisely graded minerals are coated on a high strength, 3 mil polyester backing to provide a uniform, consistent finish. Available in silicon carbide film for glass and epoxy removal, and in aluminum oxide for leveling and polishing steps. Available in 0.
Selection Guide 3M’s Technical Service Representatives suggest using these polishing guidelines for polishing ceramic singlemode or multimode fiber optic connectors. In the top chart, locate your connector type, then refer to tables A, B, and C below to select one of the options for each step. These recommended sequences provide typical starting points. Your actual sequences may vary depending on your polishing equipment and finish requirements.
3M™ Polishing Film for MT Style Fiber Optic Connectors 3M™ Polishing Film helps you consistently meet geometry and fiber height requirements in your MT connector polishing operation. Precisely graded minerals coated on a fibrous backing enable you to generate fiber protrusion and attain the proper ferrule geometry.
3M Final Polish Products for Fiber Optic Connectors 3M™ Lapping Films 863X and 863XW offer a clean break from slurries 3M™ Lapping Film final polish products can deliver high yields, reducing the need for costly rework in final polishing of ceramic fiber optic connectors. The film easily produces optimal fiber height and minimal visual defects. It helps finished connectors meet Telecordia GR-326 standards.
3M™ Novec™ Contact Cleaner for Fiber Optic Connector Cleaning 3M™ Novec™ Contact Cleaner combines fast, effective cleaning performance with an excellent safety and environmental profile.
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