{"product_id":"3m-st-hot-melt-connector-multimode-125-m","title":"3M ST Hot Melt Connector Multimode 125µm","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3M ST Hot Melt Connector is a field-installable fiber optic connector designed for rapid and efficient termination. Utilizing advanced pre-loaded adhesive technology, this connector eliminates the need for messy liquid epoxies, significantly reducing preparation and curing time for fiber technicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for multimode 125µm fiber applications, the connector allows for complete termination in two minutes or less. Its unique design is re-heatable, providing installers the flexibility to reposition the fiber if necessary during the termination process, which helps reduce waste and rework in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Termination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapable of being terminated in two minutes or less, increasing installation efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRe-heatable Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllows for fiber repositioning to ensure proper alignment and connection quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxy-Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUtilizes advanced adhesive technology, eliminating the requirement for separate epoxy application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Insertion Loss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a typical insertion loss of 0.2dB for high-performance signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultimode Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrecision-engineered for 125µm multimode fiber infrastructures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField Proven\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA standard choice for rapid field deployments where time and reliability are critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal Area Networks (LANs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber-to-the-Desk (FTTD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData center cable terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField repair of damaged fiber links\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber optic patch panel installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eST Hot Melt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultimode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical Insertion Loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTermination Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤ 2 Minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this connector require epoxy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it utilizes an advanced pre-loaded adhesive that is activated by heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse the connector if my first termination attempt is misaligned?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the adhesive is re-heatable, allowing you to re-adjust the fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of fiber is this connector compatible with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed specifically for 125µm multimode fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to terminate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe termination process is designed to be completed in two minutes or less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the typical insertion loss for this connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe typical loss is 0.2dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/3M-Hot-Melt-Connectors_1f230bef-f4b0-459b-98bd-b6375c14aea8.pdf?v=1792257092\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eProduct PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"3M","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50700997951586,"sku":"6100","price":42.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/6100w1ks-non-assem_1_1.jpg?v=1792257103","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/3m-st-hot-melt-connector-multimode-125-m","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}