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3: Introduction

4: Copper Jacks

5: Patch Panels

6: Faceplates

7: Copper Cable and Patch Cords

8: Telephony

9: Fibrlok Optical Splice Range

10: Hot Melt™ Fibre Optic Connector

11: Crimplok™ Fibre Optic Connector

12: No Polish Fibre Connector

13: VF-45 Fibre Optic Interconnect

14: Fibre Patch Leads

15: Fibre Panels

16: Outlets and Couplings

17: Fibre cable

18: Wall Mounted Patch and Splice Boxes

19: Warranty

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3M Solutions for Enterprise Networks Make the most of your network

Customer Service Excellence

With offices in the UK and Ireland, 3M Telecommunications combines the financial stability of a multi-national

organisation with dedicated local sales and customer support staff. Through its long-term experience

and global reach, the company understands the issues driving the network market today, so it is ideally

positioned to help its customers, whether supporting their efforts to bring new services to market, or meeting

an urgent project deadline by supplying products that have a track-record of reliability and quality.

Working with its channel partners 3M is able to ensure national coverage with timely availability,

supply and support.

Enterprise Network Solutions

3M Telecommunications offers Enterprise Network Solutions for high performance copper, fibre, and copper/

fibre hybrid networks, including the Volition™ Networks solutions range.

At the heart of any structured cabling system is the interconnection technology. 3M provides a number of

such innovative solutions such as a tool-less RJ45 jack for copper solutions, K5e, K6 and K10; and for fibre,

the VF-45™ duplex connector, which can be terminated in under two minutes and the ‘No Polish Connector’

in both LC and SC styles.

3M’s Enterprise Network Solutions are designed for streamlined installation, reduced labour and component

costs, with the backing of a company renowned globally for its quality and innovation. 3M structured cabling

infrastructures go wherever a local area network is required – offices, hospitals, military sites, schools

and colleges - and can support standard data and telephony as well as the applications requiring higher

bandwidths, such as data storage, video streaming and security.

Everythingyour

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Copper Jacks

Category 5e and Category 6 and Category 6A Keystone tool-less jacks. Three versions: UTP, FTP and shielded (Category 6A shielded only).

Variants:

RJ45 K5e Jack, Category 5e, UTP, White (also available in other colours)

RJ45 K6 Jack, Category 6, UTP, White (also available in other colours)

RJ45 K10 Jack Category 6A ready, STP White with metallic shield*

*Category 5e and Category 6 jacks also available in FTP & STP coloured jacks available in UTP styles

Features Benefits

Tool-less jack: Easy and quick to install. •

Fast, reliable connection in record time: all 8 copper conductors are effortlessly wired in a single operation•

Quality of connection by design: not dependant on tool condition or operator skills, just listen for the click. •

Consistent results: the length of untwisted pairs and the length between the end of the conductor and the •IDC contacts are always kept to a minimum, by design

Re-usable: If a wiring mistake is made there is no need to use a new jack•

No time wasted waiting for another delivery•

Shallow depth, cable entry from top or bottom: Easier cable management•

More space and flexibility to ensure the cable minimum bend radius is never compromised•

Allows a wide range of cable routing options•

Can be used with low profile trunking and boxes•

UTP, FTP and STP 360º shielded versions have the same “one-click” tool-less design:

Solutions for all levels of EMC protection using the same accessories means less training•

Accepts both solid conductors from AWG 26 to 22 and stranded conductors:

Compatible with all cables on the market and enables ‘jack to plug’ cables to be manufactured using •stranded conductors (for use in open office architectures)

Integral shutter: Increased dust protection, especially during installation or in a dirty environment. •

No additional shuttering required on faceplates. •

Higher port density. •

Allows direct mounting into floor boxes. •

Protects jacks in the patch panel•

Integrated shutter

Top or bottom cable entry

Shallow depth

Keystone mounting

‘One click’ tool-less design

Solid and stranded conductors for AWG 26 to 22 conductors

Reusable

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19" Patch Panels - Modular

Optimised for K5e K6 and K10 tool-less jacks.

Variants:

16 port, 24 port, 32 port keystone, brushed aluminium

16 port, 24 port, 32 port keystone black aluminium

Port identification bezels: Blue, Yellow, Red, Green

Blanking plugs: Black and White

Features Benefits

High density modular conceptIndividual installation and replacement of jacks gives easier and more economical maintenance

Fully shuttered presentation when loaded Increased dust protection, especially during installation or in a dirty environment

Direct and individual earthing connection upon insertion of jacks (FTP and STP 360° shielded jacks):

Increased EMC protection, minimising conducted interference

Total shielding on STP 360° shielded jacksAdditional protection against radiated interference, even between jacks in the same panel

Dust protected ports when loaded with K5e or K6 Jacks

Compact modular patch panel

Cable management tray

Compatible with jacks having keystone mounting

Coloured identification caps

19" Punchdown Patch Panels - Category 5e and Category 6

Variants:

24 port category 5e UTP punchdown panel - black

24 port category 6 UTP punchdown panel - black

Features Benefits

Terminates with the standard 110 or LSA termination tools Uses a widely available tool for assembly

Removable cable retention bar Control of cable strain relief and bending giving increased system performance

Included fixing kit Complete kitting requirements in one box

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Faceplates

Easy to assemble modular or one piece keystone options suitable for the tool-less K5e, K6 and K10 jacks.

Variants:

Faceplates Keystone:

86 x 86 Single Gang Faceplate 1 Port, Keystone, White

86 x 86 Single Gang Faceplate 2 Ports, Keystone, White

Lj6c:

LJ6C Single Gang, Single Port Faceplate

LJ6C Single Gang, Double Port Faceplate

LJ6C Double Gang, Quadruple Port Faceplate

Euro (50*50mm):

86 x 86 Euro Faceplate Single Port

86 x 86 Euro Faceplate Double Port

86 x 142 Euro Faceplate Quad Port

86 x 86 Euro Bevelled Double Port

86 x 142 Euro Bevelled Quad Port

Adapters:

LJ6C Flat Adapter

LJ6C Angled Flat Adapter

LJ6C Single Outlet Blanking Plug

Euro Flat Adapter

Euro Angled Adapter

Euro Blanking Plates

Voice Adapters:

Voice Adapter PSTN Master

Voice Adapter PBx Master

Voice Adapter Secondary

Features Benefits

When loaded with RJ45 K Series JacksFast, reliable connection: all 8 copper conductors are effortlessly terminated in a single operation

Unique tool-less designQuality of connection by design: not dependent on tool condition or operation skill just listen for the click

When loaded with K Series JacksEasy installation, even on shallow trunking and outlets, thanks to the low profile jack and the choice of cable entry from top or bottom on all versions of the jack

Fits all standard UK Boxes and trunkingVersatile positioning in a wide range of back boxes, trunking and outlets and floor boxes

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Copper Cable

A wide range of 100 ohm copper twisted pair cables with superior electrical performance to complement the Volition K-Series jacks.

Variants:

Category 5e- UTP PVC

Category 5e- UTP LSOH

Category 6- UTP PVC

Category 6- UTP LSOH

Category 6A- FUTP LSOH

Category 6A- SFTP LSOH

Category 5e and 6 available in FUTP and SFTP upon request

A wide range of copper patchchords to complete a copper channel made with Volition components.

Variants:

Category 5e UTP PVC - Grey

Category 5 UTP LSOH - Grey

Category 6 UTP PVC- Turquoise

Category 6 UTP LSOH- Turquoise

10G SFTP LSOH -Turquoise

Available in 1m to 10m lengths

Category 5e and Category 6 available in SFTP upon request

Category 5e and Category 6 available in a range of colours

Features Benefits

Category 5e and 6 available in boxes or reels Choice of delivery packaging to suit individual needs.

Length markings on cable sheath Installer friendly

Good headroom over stated performance Confidence in performance of finished network

Features Benefits

Moulded bootBetter mechanical protection ensures the minimum

bend radius is not exceeded.

Available in various colours Large choice to suit individual needs

Good headroom over stated performance Confidence in performance of finished network

Patch Cords

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Telephony

Features Benefits

High Density 50 Pairs in 1U Minimises space required for telephony distribution

Uses RJ45 Patch Cords Installation and rearrangement of patch cords does not require any special tools or training.

Systems available for data and telephony Extensive range to meet all telephony needs

Flexible solution Deployment in any situation

Category 3 patch panels provide a point of integration of voice channels into structured wiring.

Variants:

19” 50 Port Category 3 Voice Patch Panel

QSA SeriesVariants:

10 Pair IDc punch down modules

10 Pair connection modules (colour: grey)

10 Pair disconnection modules (colour: white)

Earthing modules (colour: red) for 38 wires

Available in connection, disconnection and earth module versions

Over voltage protection is also available in magazine and single pair formats

Category 3 rated

Flexi Frames:

Flexi frames are an alternative to the standard fixed configuration back mount assemblies.

These frames allow the end user to dictate the length between 1 & 42 modules and are available in 4

different wiring depths

RCPRcP connector series

RCP is an 8 Pair IDC punch down module

Available in disconnection version in Category 5e or Category 6

cIPE Frame

The CIPE frame is a wall mounted frame to mount the RCP connectors. Available in various sizes from 2x18

modules up to 2x124 modules incorporating full cable management options cBE Patch cords

CBE Patch cords are to be used alongside the RCP modules and allow for high density connections with

maximum flexibility

The plug and go installation and rearrangement of CBE patch cords does not require any special tools or

training

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Fibrlok™ Optical Splice Range

A universal mechanical splice which can be used wherever quick and secure splice connections are required.

Variants:

2529 Fibrlok II Universal Optical splice, 250 x 900 um suitable for multimode or singlemode fibre

2539 Fibrlok holder for 900 x 250 um multimode or singlemode fibre

2450G Fibrlok for 250 um multimode or singlemode fibre

Fibrlok splice holder for six 2529 or 2540G Fibrlok splices

Fibrlok splice preparation kit with or without cleaving tool

Cleaving tool

Angled splice available on request

Features Benefits

Simple to terminate Easy on site installation in any splicing environment

No electricity required Access to splicing anywhere

Choice of single splice for either multimode or singlemode, with eitherprimary or secondary coated fibre or 250um fibre or tool-less splice

Total flexibility, reduced inventory, low tool count

High performance splice loss less than 0.1dB Minimum effect on network power budgets

Permanent fibre optic splice No need to rework at a later date

2529 or 2540G - Six splices in a compact package Ease of use, convenience

Minimal tooling Low capital costs

Self contained tool kit Everything needed for an organised, quick installation

Fibrlok splice holder

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Industry adopted preloaded adhesive connectors with a proven record of high performance and ease of use in LANs around the workplace.

Variants:

ST multimode connector, white, black or red boot supplied

ST singlemode connector yellow boot supplied

SC multimode connector, white, black or red boot supplied

SC singlemode connector, white boot supplied

FC multimode connector white boot supplied

FC singlemode connector white boot supplied

LC multimode in simplex or duplex for buffered fibre, 1.6-2.0mm cable or 2.4-3.0mm cable

LC singlemode in simplex or duplex for buffered fibre, 1.6-2.0mm cable or 2.4-3.0mm cable

Universal Termination Kit for Hot Melt connectors

LC Expansion kit

Hot Melt Oven in 120V or 240V

Consumables and accessories to support range

Hotmelt LC, ST, SC, FC Fibre Optic Connectors

Features Benefits

Preload adhesive Easy to use, no epoxy to mix, fewer consumables

Terminates in less than 3 minutes Saves time and applied costs

Meets TIA/EIA 568B Reliable performance

Ability to reposition fibre Virtually 100% yield

Pre-radiused PC zirconia ceramic ferrule Assures optical contact and stability up to 85OC

Self contained tool kits Everything needed for an organised, quick installation

Pre-loaded adhesive

Multimode and

Singlemode variants

Globally adopted as THE field terminated connector. Assembled and completed in under 3 minutes.

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Crimplok™ ST and SC Fibre Optic Connectors

Crimplok connectors are the ideal solution for restoration work or for quick moves and changes for both multimode and singlemode.

Variants:

ST Crimplok connector multimode

ST Crimplok connector singlemode

SC Crimplok connector multimode

SC Crimplok connector singlemode

Termination Kit

Activation Tool ST/SC

Features Benefits

Simple to terminate Saves time

Meets EIA/TIA 568B specifications Rugged, reliable performance

Non - adhesive design Clean and simple to terminate

Intermateability with standard connectors Convenience, quick restoration of existing systems

No set up required Fast installation

Pre-radiused PC zirconia ceramic ferruleAssured contact of fibres, stability through temperature change, quality performance

Available in multimode and singlemode Designed for premise cabling, both backbone and horizontal

Suitable for internal and external applications Maximum flexibility

Self contained tool kits Everything needed for an organised, quick installation

Non adhesive design

Pre-radiused Zirconia

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NPC LC & SC No Polish Fibre Connector

NPC connectors are ideal when a fast, low skill termination is required.

Variants:

Multimode:

SC 62.5/125, 50/125 and 50/125 OM3 fibre

LC 62.5/125, 50/125 and 50/125 OM3 fibre

Singlemode:

SC and SC/APC

LC and LC/APC

Termination kit with or without cleaver

Features Benefits

One piece pre assembled design No small loose parts - quick assembly

Simple assembly tool Fast, easy, cost effective installation

Factory polished fibre stub in ferrule No onsite polish or adhesives required

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VF-45

A duplex fibre optic small form factor interconnect that can be terminated in less than two minutes for either multimode and singlemode applications.

Variants: VF-45 socket, multimode including fibre holder

VF-45 socket, singlemode including fibre holder

Fibre holder for VF-45 socket, multimode and singlemode

Termination kit and consumables

Accessories: Maintenance cleaning kit

Features Benefits

Plug to socket design Low cost and reduced inventory

Small size duplex connection (half the size of a duplex SC connector) Higher port density

Integral shutterIncreased dust protection especially during installation or in a dirty environment. Safety feature

RJ45 Keystone style latch Familiarity, easy to use

Socket 3-piece snap together assembly Quick and easy to install in under 2 minutes. No need for expensive components

Moulded boot Dedicated protection of terminated fibres

Multimode and singlemode Designed for premise cabling, both backbone and horizontal applications

Self contained tool kits Everything needed for an organised, quick installation

Duplex connector

RJ45 Keystone style socket

Integrated shutter

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Fibre Patch Leads

3M provides a variety of singlemode and multimode cable assemblies that are compliant with industry standards. These can be configured as hybrid assemblies, simplex or duplex jumpers or pigtails.

VF-45 patch cords are assembled on 3M GGP fibre and are designed to be more durable and flexible than standard cable assemblies.

All cables use LSOH rated material, singlemode cables are yellow, multimode cables are grey.

Variants:

LC and SC assemblies are available in 0M3 Cable

connector variants available are:

ST, SC, SC/APC, FC, LC, LC/APC, VF-45, MT-RJ

Further details upon request

Features Benefits

Factory terminated patch cables Assured performance and reliability

Multimode and singlemode Designed for premises cabling, both backbone and horizontal applications

Zirconia ceramic ferrules (except VF-45) High performance and high reliability

Connectors and cables according to IEC standards Confidence in performance

Wide range of connectors available Extensive range to meet all needs

VF-45 patchcords have innovative coated fibre Ideal for office environments, data centres and fibre-to-the-desk

Integral shutter and duplex connection

RJ45 latch style plug

Robust cable

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Fibre Panels

Features Benefits

Sliding design Easy handling, installer friendly

Multiple cable entry ports Handles horizontal- and backbone cable

Port numbering on front panel Easy traceability

Hand-tightening screws to secure panel No tool required to open the panel

Fixing thread for splice tray (Eco and SPP3) Comfortable fibre management

Range handles all common connector types Panel available for all applications

SPP3, Eco and VF-45 versions SPP3 and Eco panels are universal fibre optic patch panels for direct connector termination or for splice drawers to house pigtails. Multiple entry points allow the use from 2 fibre to 48 fibre cable. The panels have a sliding mechanism with a defined stop. Up to 4 splice cassettes can be fitted.

VF-45 panels are adapted to accept 24 duplex VF-45 connectors. Multiple entry points allow the use of 2-48 fibre cable. The panels have a sliding mechanism with a defined stop.

Variants:

SPP3 Variants

Supplied with or without couplings

Panels suitable for 12 or 24 ST MM, 6 - 12 or 24 SC Duplex MM and 12 or 24 SC Duplex MM

Available in light grey

Eco Variants

As SPP3, supplied with couplings

Available in black or light grey

VF-45 panel

Panels suitable for 12 or 24 ST MM, 6 - 12 or 24 SC Duplex and 12 or 24 SC Simplex SM, 12 or 24 SC/APC

Simplex SM, 12 or 24 LC Duplex MM and 12 or 24 LC Duplex SM

Available in almond colour

Accessories

Cassette pigtail modules

Coloured pigtail set

Eco Panels

SPP3

SPP3 Loaded

VF-43 Panel

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Outlets

86x86 outlets for termination of two of four fibres or K-series jacks.

Variants

Single Gang double port for 2 VF-45 or 1 VF-45 and 1 K-Series Jack

Single Gang Double Port for 2 SC and 1 K Series Jack

Couplings

A range of couplings to complement the connectors in the 3M Hotmelt, Crimplok and NPC ranges.

Variants:

ST Threaded in line Coupling multimode and singlemode metal

ST/SC Duplex Coupling singlemode

SC Simplex Coupling multimode grey

SC Duplex Coupling multimode and singlemode

FC Coupling multimode and singlemode

LC Coupling multimode and singlemode

Features Benefits

Inclusive fibre management Guaranteed performance through maintaining minimum fibre bend radius

Inclusive strain relief Reliability

SC/K-series outlet: Space available in the outlet for splice protection suitable for either direct termination or spliced pigtails

Flexibility for field mounting of splicing

SC Duplex Coupling Multimode Grey

SC Simplex Coupling Multimode Grey

ST Threaded in Line Coupling

LC Duplex Singlemode

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Fibre Cable

Features Benefits

Colour coded fibres Simple installation

Horizontal and Backbone cable: Small cable diameter 2 fibres per buffer tube

Minimises the number and size of conduits Easy installation and organisation

Indoor/Outdoor cable: Colour coded fibres 3 levels of protection Low friction jacket

Simple installation A range of rodent protection Easy installation by direct laying or pulling

Premise distribution cable: Breaks out to 900um buffered fibre Small cable diameter Colour coded fibres

Easy to terminate or splice in patch panels Minimises the number and size of conduits Simple installation

A range of multimode and singlemode fibre cables to complement the 3M connectors. Horizontal cable is suitable for fibre to the desk. Backbone cable for indoor installation with VF-45 connectors. Indoor/outdoor cable is waterblocked cable with 3 levels of protection. Premise distribution cable is suitable for ST, SC, FC and LC connectors. All cables are LSOH rated.

Variants

All cable available in OM1, OM2 and OM3 and singlemode versions.

Indoor horizontal cable available in 2 or 4 fibres

Backbone fibre cable, Available in 6,12, 24, 48,72 and 96 fibres.

Indoor/outdoor cable available in 2, 4, 6,12, 24, 48,72, 96 and 144 fibres. Available in: Aramid Yarn Glass Yarn Corrugated steel Up to 24 fibres: the cable is unitube, 48 fibres and above, 12 fibres per tube with FRP strength member

Premise distribution cable available in 12 or 24 fibres

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Wall Mounted Patch and Splice Boxes

Range of wall mounted boxes to complement the range of 3M connectors.

Variants:

Wall mounted patch box for ST connectors

Wall mounted splice box

Wall mounted patch boxes for VF-45, ST, SC, LC

Features Benefits

Wall mounted Quick easy to install, simple to use

Compact size Unobtrusive

Supplied with fibre management components Ensures correct management of fibres

Patch box with double row of holes for ST couplings Increased density, reduced size

Robust specification Suitable for most internal environments

Wall mounted splice box

Wall mounted patch box

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Warranty

3M Enterprise Networks Solutions extended 20 year warranty A cabling system is a crucial part of a company’s communications system and you need to be confident that the network will work to specification from commissioning to the end of its lifetime.

3M Telecommunications offers an extended 20 year warranty* for the entire range of passive permanent link

components in the Volition and Fibre Interconnect ranges that they will continue to perform to ISO/IEC 11801,

EN50173 and TIA/EIA 568 standards in force at the time of installation.

3M Company is already more than 100 years old, has served telecommunications markets for more than 40

years, and is committed to being a leading supplier of Network Cabling Systems, so you can be sure that the

warranty will be valid until the end of its term.

The warranty is extended through 3M partner installers and system integrators who support the warranty in

the field, backed by 3M technical support.

* Terms and conditions apply

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