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
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.
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
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.
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.
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3M™ Crimplok™ SC Connector Single-mode
3M™ Crimplok™ ST Connector Multimode
3M™ CriMplok™ SC ConneCtor
MultiMode 6900
Specifications
Attenuation @ 1300 mm (dB) <0.2 typical (62.5/125 µm fiber)
Reflection (dB) ≤-29 typical
Operational temperature
(cable dependent)
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
Storage temperature
(unassembled connector)
-40° to 80°C (-40° to 176°F)
Environmental
Humidity Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Cold Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Temperature life Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Mechanical
Impact Mean loss 0.18 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Cyclic flex Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Twist Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Cable retention Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Mating durability 500 matings <0.22 change
Materials
Connector ferrule
Connector body and housing
Boot
Zirconia ceramic
Thermoplastic polymer
Elastomeric resin
Identification Black body, beige shell, black boot
Fiber size 125 µm multimode
Couplings
Housing
Sleeve
Engineering thermoplastic
Ceramic
3M™ CriMplok™ ConneCtorS
Features Benefits
Easy to install Saves time
Meets EIA/TIA-568A specifications Rugged, reliable performance
Non-adhesive design Clean and simple terminations
Intermateability with standard connectors Convenience, quick restoration of existing systems
No workstation setup required Saves time and money
Minimal tools required Low-cost kit
No electricity required Installation anywhere
Pre-radiused PC zirconia ceramic ferrule Assured contact of fibers; stability through temperature change; quality performance
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0.05 .01 .15 0.2 0.25 0.3
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
Multimode ST and SC Insertion Loss (dB)
FREQUENCY
Mean 0.16 (dB)
Sigma 0.05
0
24 26 28 30 32 34 36
10
20
30
40
50
60
FREQUENCY
AVG 28.6
MAX 27
MIN 30.5
STD 0.91
Multimode ST and SC Return Loss (dB)
Note: Testing performed on cable assemblies with 3 mm jacketed cable and 900 µm buffered fiber.
3M™ Crimplok™ SC Connector
3M™ CriMplok™ St ConneCtor
MultiMode 6901
Specifications
Attenuation @ 1300 mm (dB) <0.2 typical
Reflection (dB) ≤-29 typical
Operational temperature
(cable dependent)
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
Storage temperature
(unassembled connector)
-40° to 80°C (-40° to 176°F)
Environmental
Humidity Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Cold Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Temperature life Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -25 dB
Mechanical
Impact Mean loss 0.12 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Cyclic flex Mean loss 0.11 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Twist Mean loss 0.11 dB; Mean reflection -28 dB
Cable retention Mean loss 0.12 dB; Mean reflection -27 dB
Mating durability 500 matings <0.3 change
Materials
Connector ferrule
Connector body and housing
Boot
Zirconia ceramic
Thermoplastic polymer
Elastomeric resin
Identification Black body, beige shell, beige boot
Fiber size 125 µm multimode
Couplings
Housing
Sleeve
Nickel plated zinc
Phosphor bronze
Note: Testing performed on cable assemblies with 3 mm jacketed cable and 900 µm buffered fiber.
The metal element inside the connector closes around the fiber.
Malleable metal element assures fiber retention
and a reliable connection.
End of
Activation
Tool
Metal
Element
Thumb Pressure
Integrated
Scoring
Tool
3M™ Crimplok™ ST Connector
3M™ CriMplok™ SC ConneCtor
Single-Mode 8900
Specifications
Attenuation @ 1300 mm (dB) <0.2 typical
Reflection (dB) ≤-40 dB typical
Operational temperature
(cable dependent)
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
Storage temperature
(unassembled connector)
-40° to 80°C (-40° to 176°F)
Environmental
Humidity Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Cold Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Temperature life Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Mechanical
Impact Mean loss 0.18 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Cyclic flex Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Twist Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Cable retention Mean loss 0.16 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Mating durability 500 matings <0.22 change
Materials
Connector ferrule
Connector body and housing
Boot
Zirconia ceramic
Thermoplastic polymer
Elastomeric resin
Identification Black body, blue shell, black boot
Ferrule size 126 µm single-mode
Couplings
Housing
Sleeve
Engineering thermoplastic
Zirconia Ceramic
3M™ CriMplok™ ConneCtorS
Features Benefits
Installation in less than two minutes Saves time
Meets EIA/TIA-568A specifications Rugged, reliable performance
Non-adhesive design Clean and simple terminations
Intermateability with standard connectors Convenience, quick restoration of existing systems
No workstation setup required Saves time and money
Minimal tools required Low-cost kit
No electricity required Installation anywhere
Pre-radiused PC zirconia ceramic ferrule Assured contact of fibers; stability through temperature change; quality performance
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5
10
15
20
25
FREQUENCY
0.05 .01 .15 0.2 0.25 0.3
Mean 0.14 (dB)
Sigma 0.05
Single-mode ST and SC Insertion Loss (dB)
0
43 44 46 48 49 50
5
10
15
20
25
FREQUENCY
Mean 46.1 (dB)
Sigma 1.38
45 47
Single-mode ST and SC Return Loss (dB)
Note: Testing performed on cable assemblies with 3 mm jacketed cable and 900 µm buffered fiber.
3M™ Crimplok™ SC Connector
3M™ CriMplok™ St ConneCtor
Single-Mode 8901
Specifications
Attenuation @ 1300 mm (dB) <0.2 typical
Reflection (dB) ≤-40 dB typical
Operational temperature
(cable dependent)
-10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F)
Storage temperature
(unassembled connector)
-40° to 80°C (-40° to 176°F)
Environmental
Humidity Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Cold Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Temperature life Max loss increase < 0.20 dB;
Reflection < -40 dB
Mechanical
Impact Mean loss 0.12 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Cyclic flex Mean loss 0.11 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Twist Mean loss 0.11 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Cable retention Mean loss 0.12 dB; Mean reflection -40 dB
Mating durability 500 matings <0.3 change
Materials
Connector ferrule
Connector body and housing
Boot
Zirconia ceramic
Thermoplastic polymer
Elastomeric resin
Identification Black body, beige bayonnet cap, blue boot
Ferrule size 126 µm single-mode
Couplings
Housing
Sleeve
Nickel plated zinc
Zirconia ceramic
Note: Testing performed on cable assemblies with 3 mm jacketed cable and 900 µm buffered fiber.
The metal element inside the connector closes around the fiber.
Malleable metal element assures fiber retention
and a reliable connection.
End of
Activation
Tool
Metal
Element
Thumb Pressure
Integrated
Scoring
Tool
3M™ Crimplok™ ST Connector
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3M Telecommunications
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3M™ CriMplok™ ConnneCtorS
Ordering Information
To order, specify the correct product number from the chart below. For more information, please contact your authorized
3M distributor or a 3M Communication Markets Division sales representative at 800/426 8688.
Product # Description Packaging Order Minimum
6900 Crimplok Connector, SC MM, 125 µm 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
6901 Crimplok Connector, ST MM, 125 µm 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
8900 Crimplok Connector, SC SM, 126 µm 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
8901 Crimplok Connector, ST SM, 126 µm 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
6900-1K-S Crimplok Connector, SC MM, 125 µm 1/bag, 1000 bags/case 1000 each
6901-1K-S Crimplok Connector, ST MM, 125 µm 1/bag, 1000 bags/case 1000 each
8900-1K-S Crimplok Connector, SC SM, 126 µm 1/bag, 1000 bags/case 1000 each
8901-1K-S Crimplok Connector, ST SM, 126 µm 1/bag, 1000 bags/case 1000 each
6955 Crimplok Termination Kit 1/case 1 each
6955-P Polishing Tool 1/case 1 each
6955-T Activation Tool, ST/SC 1/case 1 each
6112 ST Multimode Simplex Coupling 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
6113 ST Multimode Duplex Coupling 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
6310 SC Multimode Simplex Coupling 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
6313 SC Multimode Duplex Coupling 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
8113 ST Single-mode Duplex Coupling 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
8119 ST Single-mode Simplex Coupling 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
8310 SC Single-mode Simplex Coupling 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
8313 SC Single-mode Duplex Coupling 1/bag, 60 bags/case 60 each
Tools for the Crimplok Connector are
stored in a small tool pouch.
3M™ Crimplok™ Termination Kit 69553M™ Crimplok™ Activation Tool 6955-T
