August 8, 2005—An agreement has been reached to have cable assembler Fiber Instruments Sales Inc. (FIS), create hybrid cables using 3M VF-45 patch cords. FIS will make assemblies with 3M VF-45 connectors on one end and on the other an FC, SC, ST, MT-RJ or LC connector using singlemode or multimode GGP (Glass/Glass/Polymer) fiber cable. 3M also will supply GGP fiber cable for use in making additional high-strength patch cords using any of the listed connectors.
3M GGP fiber optic cable has a proven record of high performance and the ability to bend tightly and take abuse, according to FIS, adding that GGP fiber has 20 percent lower bending stress than conventional optical fiber. Cables have operated with a less than 0.4-in.-bend radius for more than five years without failure.
A permanent, protective polymer coating around the glass helps protect it not only from the environment but also from nicks and scratches that commonly occur to bare glass during handling and termination. The protective layer is designed to increase reliability and provide a longer life. GGP fiber optic cable assembles are ideal for panel-to-panel jumpers, equipment back planes, test equipment interconnection, and other applications that require reliability and mechanical strength.
FIS is a manufacturer and full-line distributor of communication fiber optic test equipment, connectors, cable and cable assemblies, tools and tool kits, fiber optic consumable products, category 5 and 6 active network equipment, and fiber optic security systems and components. For more information, visit the Web site.
3M telecommunications products, technologies, and services allow the world’s service providers to offer high bandwidth connectivity from the central office into the customer premises with complete network solutions, among other products and services. For more 3M information, see the Web site.
