EPO-TEK® OM125 Fiber Optic Epoxy, Heat Cure (8oz)

The EPO-TEK^® OM125 Fiber Optic Epoxy is a two-component, high-Tg optical epoxy designed for bonding multi-mode fiber optic connectors. Recommended Cure: 80°C (176°F) for 1 Hour. Available in an 8oz kit.

Features:

• Pot life: < 1 Hour
• Color-coded blue for easy operator identification on the manufacturing floor
• Reliability test report available for use with MM fibers and MT ferrule connectors
• Compatible with Telcordia GR-1221 and GR-326
• Versaitlity in curing from 23°C (73.4°F) to 80°C (176°F)
• Low viscosity allows wicking and capillary-based processes; suitable for potting and encapsulation

Physical Properties:

• Consistency: Pourable liquid
• Viscosity (23°C): 2,400-5,400 cPs
• Glass Transition Temperature (Tg): ≥ 80°C (degree Celsius); ≥ 176°F (degree Fahrenheit)
• Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE):
  • Below Tg: 28 × 10⁻⁶ in/in °C
  • Above Tg: 114 × 10⁻⁶ in/in °C
• Shore D Hardness: 81
• Suggested Operating Temperature: < 275 °C (Intermittent); < 527°F

Optical Properties @ 23°C (73.4°F):

• Spectral Transmission:
  • > 96% @ 1500 nm
  • > 98% @ 1000 nm
  • > 97% @ 800 nm

See Datasheet for additional properties and application notes