3M Fiber Optic Polishing Total Solutions for Your Polishing Needs 3 Innovativeproducts for your unique polishing system 3M offers complete solutions for fiber optic connector polishing - with a full line of high performance precision abrasives, backed by the technical support of our experienced 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 costeffective results. Call the 3M Fiber Optic Applications Laboratory today to learn more: 866-866-0922. Or visit us on the web: www.3M.com/electronics 2 3MTM 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 0.05 - 30 micron grades, with or without PSA (Pressure Sensitive Adhesive) backing. 3MTM Diamond Lapping Film 661X / 668X This standard Diamond Lapping Film is comprised of tightly graded diamond minerals uniformly coated on a polyester film backing. It is able to cut and polish hard ceramic ferrules and glass fibers at the same rate and to the same level. Used to radius ferrule connectors or to refine the finish in preparation for the final polish. Available in 0.1 - 30 micron grades, with or without PSA backing. 3MTM Diamond Lapping Film 661XU / 661XU-PSA Tightly graded diamond mineral is precision coated on a polyester film backing. This durable construction provides consistent results throughout the life of the product. Available in 0.5, 1, 3 and 6 micron grades, with or without PSA backing. 3MTM Diamond Lapping Film - Type H - 662XW / 666XW Designed for radiusing and leveling operations that require added durability. Diamond Lapping Film Type H has a thicker diamond coating with a higher diamond concentration and a tougher resin for an increased cut rate and longer life. Type H lasts 2 to 3 times longer than standard DLF. Available in 0.5, 1, 1.5, 3, 6 and 9 micron grades, with or without PSA backing. 3MTM Diamond Lapping Film 660XV This long life, precision coated 3MTM Diamond Lapping Film is the newest and most durable film in 3M's Diamond Lapping Film product family. It combines a high cut rate with a great finish, and is designed for use on slower rpm polishing machines. Available in 1, 3, 6, and 9 micron grades. 3MTM TrizactTM Diamond Lapping Film 661XA / 661XA-PSA Micron graded diamond particles contained in a precisely microreplicated structure provide longer life, aggressive cut and superior finish over standard lapping film products. Available in 0.5, 2 and 9 micron grades, with or without PSA. 3MTM Polishing Film 291X, 491X, 591X / 298X, 498X, 598X Comprised of micron graded mineral that has been coated onto a fibrous (flocked) polyester film backing. These films are designed to break down into a slurry during use with water for MT-style fiber optic connectors. Available plain or with PSA. (961M/968M are available with no mineral coating.) 3MTM Lapping Film 863X, 863XW / 869X, 869XW These products are precision coated on a 3 mil polyester backing for the final step in polishing fiber optic connectors. 863XW has a higher mineral content than 863X, providing easier breakdown and faster polishing. Available with or without PSA backing. 3MTM Lapping Film 865X This advanced polishing film is engineered to last longer - helping you achieve higher yields, less rework and lower costs per parts. This is the longest lasting of 3M's final polish lapping films. 3 3MTM 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. 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. Polishing Processes for Ceramic Fiber Optic Connectors Connector Type Step See Table for Recommended Products Time (sec.) Remove Glass (De-nub) A Until nub is removed By hand Remove Epoxy A 30 - 60 200 - 350 Refine B 30 - 120 200 - 350 Refine B 30 - 120 200 - 350 Polish C 15 - 45 150 - 250 Grind Angle A 40 - 120 200 - 350 Radius Ferrule B 60 - 180 200 - 350 Refine B 30 - 120 200 - 350 Refine B 30 - 120 200 - 350 Polish C 15 - 60 150 - 250 Remove Glass (De-nub) A Until nub is removed By hand Remove Epoxy A 30 - 60 200 - 350 Refine B 30 - 120 200 - 350 Polish C 15 - 45 150 - 250 De-nub-Epoxy Removal A 30 - 60 75 - 125 Refine B 30 - 60 100 - 150 Polish C 90 - 120 100 - 150 Ceramic, Ultra PC, Pre-radiused ferrule Ceramic, Angle PC Ceramic, Super PC, Pre-radiused ferrule 1.25 mm LC and MU Connectors Pressure (g/conn) Recommended Lubricant: DI Water Table A - De-Nub and Epoxy Removal Mineral Available Micron Sizes 6 9 12 15 5 3M Diamond Lapping Films, 661X, 662XW, 661XU, 660XV D BLU 3MTM TrizactTM Diamond Lapping Film, 661XA D GRY TM 3MTM Lapping Film, 461X S/C GRY GRY 3MTM Lapping Film, 261X A/O BRN BLU BLU (Blue) GRN (Green) LAV (Lavender) BRN (Brown) TL (Teal) YEL (Yellow) MNL (Manila) 3MTM Diamond Lapping Films, 661X, 662XW, 661XU, 660XV ORN (Orange) EGS (Eggshell) OFW (Off-White) WHT (White) 3MTM TrizactTM Diamond Lapping Film, 661XA PNK (Pink) TRL (Translucent) A/O S/C D SiO2 Aluminum Oxide Silicon Carbide Diamond Silicon Dioxide ORN* GRY* YEL GRN* GRN *Common for Angle Grinding GRY (Gray) Mineral Key 30 Table B - Refine (Level Connector) Mineral Available Micron Sizes 0.5 1 D MNL LAV D GRY 3 4 PNK 6 9 BRN GRY 3M Lapping Film, 462X, 463X or 452X S/C GRY 3MTM Lapping Film, 261X, 262X or 263X A/O GRN TM 2 GRY TL PNK Table C - Polish (Finish) Mineral Available Micron Sizes 0.02 3MTM Lapping Film 865X SiO2 3MTM Lapping Film 863X* or 863XW* SiO2 3M Lapping Film 263X* A/O 3MTM Lapping Films 261X* A/O TM 0.05 0.1 0.3 Size not specified. TRL EGS WHT OFW *Available with PSA Backing 4 3MTM 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 Polishing Film can provide: * Control of fiber protrusion * High throughput * Less cleaning than a slurry process * Low rejects Suggested Process for Polishing MT Fiber Optic Connectors 3M Technical Service Engineers recommend using the following sequences for polishing MT fiber optic connectors. These sequences provide typical starting points. Your actual process may vary depending on your polishing equipment and finish requirements. 3MTM Polishing Film Product I.D. Mineral Micron Grade 298X Aluminum Oxide 0.5 Color Pink 298X Aluminum Oxide 1 Green 498X Silicon Carbide 3 Gray 598X Cerium Oxide 0.5 Peach Thermoset MT (Singlemode or Multimode) Micron Grade Mineral Product I.D. Description Color Remove Epoxy 15 Silicon Carbide 468X 3MTM Lapping Film Gray Step 2 3 Silicon Carbide 468XW 3MTM Lapping Film Gray Step 3 3 Silicon Carbide 498X 3M Polishing Film Gray Step TM Repeat Step 3 with fresh abrasive for increased protrusion Step 4 1 Aluminum Oxide 298X 3MTM Polishing Film Green Step 5 0.5 Cerium Oxide 598X 3MTM Polishing Film Peach Thermoplastic MT (Singlemode or Multimode) Micron Grade Mineral Product I.D. Description Color Remove Epoxy 15 Silicon Carbide 468X 3M Lapping Film Gray Step 2 3 Silicon Carbide 468XW 3MTM Lapping Film Gray Step 3 1 Aluminum Oxide 298X 3MTM Polishing Film Green Step 4 0.5 Cerium Oxide 598X 3MTM Polishing Film Peach Micron Grade Mineral Product I.D. Description Color Remove Epoxy* 15 Silicon Carbide 468X 3M Lapping Film Gray Step 2 (cut angle) 15 Silicon Carbide 468X 3MTM Lapping Film Gray Step 3 3 Silicon Carbide 468XW 3MTM Lapping Film Gray Step 4 3 Silicon Carbide 498X 3MTM Polishing Film Gray Step TM Thermoplastic Angled MT Step TM Repeat Step 4 with fresh abrasive for increased protrusion Step 5 1 Aluminum Oxide 298X 3MTM Polishing Film Green Step 6 0.5 Cerium Oxide 598X 3MTM Polishing Film Peach *Remove epoxy in flat fixture For multimode, add or replace last step with Final Polish Film 865X, 863X or 863XW for 5 seconds. All products listed above are available without PSA. 5 3M Final Polish Products for Fiber Optic Connectors 3MTM Lapping Films 865X, 863X and 863XW Offer a Clean Break From Slurries 3MTM 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, allowing finished connectors to meet Telecordia GR-326 standards. These high-performing films feature silicon dioxide particles coated on a 3 mil, high-strength polyester backing. 3M final polish products are part of a complete lineup of lapping films designed for fiber optic connector polishing. They provide precision polishing alternatives to messy slurries that require time-intensive cleanup. Lapping Films 865X, 863X and 863XW With a choice of three film variations designed for the final step in the polishing sequence, 3M lets you select the film based on your requirements. Films 865X, 863X and 863XW are available in discs, sheets and rolls. Film 865X Film 863X Film 863XW Performance Characteristics Performance Characteristics Performance Characteristics * Longest life 3M final polishing film * Polishes more slowly than 863XW * Higher mineral content than 863X enables faster polishing * C onsistent performance * More controlled cut rate Polishing Machine Compatibility/Backings * L ess rework Polishing Machine Compatibility/Backings * P ositive protrusion Polishing Machine Compatibility/Backings * Designed for use on machines that run at lower speeds and lower pressures * For use on most polishing machines and fixtures, including machines that run at higher speeds and higher pressure * Excellent for use on all polishing equipment * Designed for use on fixtures with individual pressure control that allow connectors to float independently * Available with pressure sensitive adhesive backing Product ID is 869X Fiber Height Values for Number of Uses on 2.5mm and 1.25mm Ceramic Connectors 3MTM Lapping Film 865X Backreflection Results 30 20 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 -10 -20 20 10 0 -30 -40 Frequency Fiber Height (nm) 30 0 * Available with pressure sensitive adhesive backing. Product ID is 869XW 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 Backreflection (-db) Uses 3M Film 865X - 2.5mm 3M Film 863X - 2.5mm Competitor 1 - 2.5mm 6 Competitor 2 - 2.5mm 3M Film 865X - 1.25mm Competitor 1 - 1.25mm Using 3MTM Lapping Film 865X, 863X, or 863XW for your final polishing step helps you easily meet Telecordia back reflection standards. 3MTM NovecTM Contact Cleaner for Fiber Optic Connector Cleaning 3MTM NovecTM Contact Cleaner combines fast, effective cleaning performance with an excellent safety and environmental profile. Designed for a variety of assembly level and field maintenance cleaning tasks, Novec contact cleaner uses an advanced 3M solvent technology that offers a number of significant advantages over many conventional spray cleaners, including: * Fast drying * Streak free * Low in toxicity * Non-flammable Novec Contact Cleaner also features an excellent environmental profile. The product is non-ozone depleting, is exempt from the U.S. EPA's and most state and district definitions of a volatile organic compound (VOC) and contains no nPB or HAPS. It is based on a sustainable technology and offers an alternative for cleaners containing HCFC-141b or HCFC-225. * Removes particulates, oils, light grease, silicones, dust and other soils from connector end faces * Quick drying and non-corrosive * Safe for plastics and metals Performance The photos below compare identical connectors that were wiped with isopropanol (IPA) and Novec Contact Cleaner. The Novec Contact Cleaner does not leave residual contamination on the surface that can affect fiber optic circuit performance. Ceramic Connector Cleaned with IPA MT Connector Cleaned with IPA Ceramic Connector Cleaned with Novec Contact Cleaner MT Connector Cleaned with Novec Contact Cleaner 7 For Additional Information To request additional product information or to arrange for sales assistance, call toll free: 1-800-251-8634. Address correspondence to: 3M Electronics Markets Materials Division, Building 21-1W-10, 900 Bush Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55144-1000. Our fax number is 651-778-4244 or 1-877-369-2923. In Canada, phone: 1-800-364-3577. In Puerto Rico, phone: 1-787-750-3000. In Mexico, phone: 52-70-04-00. For technical assistance call the Fiber Optics Applications Development Lab toll free, 1-866-866-0922 Important Notice: Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use. Warranty; Limited Remedy; Limited Liability: 3M's product warranty is stated in its Product Literature available upon request. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If this product is defective within the warranty period stated above, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M's option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage arising from this 3M product, regardless of the legal theory asserted. 3 Electronics Markets Materials Division 3M Electronics 3M Center, Building 21-1W-10 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 www.3M.com/electronics 1-800-251-8634 Please recycle. Printed in USA. Issued: 1/09 (c) 3M 2009 All rights reserved. 6650 HB 60-4400-4259-0 3M, Trizact and Novec are trademarks of 3M Company. 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