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Central Office Solutions

3M central office solutions can easily be combined with individual frames, racks or cabinets. The result is efficient and reliable high-speed deployments and POTS applications.

Cost-effectiveness, shorter installation periods, higher packing density, and increasing digitization are drivers for the expansion or new construction of main distribution frame systems. These are the drivers for 3M's central office solutions.

The product portfolio includes a variety of cross-connect blocks, with the appropriate cabinets and frames. Included are cross-connect blocks with integrated xDSL splitters and test access functionality. The product portfolio has gained industry acceptance and recognition for ease of termination, transmission performance and cost effectiveness. Products like the 3M™ ID3000™ Block System, 3M™ SID™ System, or 3M™ Cross-Connect Blocks STG, or the 3M™ MODF/RFO are among the most popular products.

3M's main, digital, and optical distribution frame solutions are used by major network operators all over the world. 3M connection systems can easily be combined with individual frames, racks or cabinets. Our central office systems will continue to ensure the greatest possible cost-effectiveness and versatility in the future.

Fiber Central Office (US, English)
The 3M platform of central office solutions-from proprietary fiber management systems to cable assemblies-enables reliability and simplicity in high-density applications.

Copper Central Office (US, English)
Learn more about 3M cross-connect and interconnect blocks and modules for distribution frames using the latest high density insulation displacement connector technology.

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3M provides scalable solutions to telecommunications service providers, local exchange carriers and PTTs around the world. Our products, systems and services optimize network construction and maintenance for faster, more reliable high-bandwidth transmissions.

3M™ Copper Splicing Products
Scotchlok™ Connectors and Tools, MS2™ Splicing System, MS2™ Modular Splicing Rigs and Equipment, MS2™ Splicing Rig Spare Parts, 710 Splicing System, 710 Splicing Rig Tools and Accessories.

3M™ Splice Protection Products
Splice protection products from 3M include 3M™ SLiC Aerial Closures, 3M™ Closures 2-Type, 3M™ Armorcast™ Sheath Repair Products and 3M™ Building Riser Closures (K&B series).

3M™ Cross-Connect Products
Cross-Connect Cabinets, Self-Strip and Quick-Connect Frames, Cabinet Tools and Accessories, MS2™ Termination Modules and Accessories, Rehabilitation and Expansion Cabinets, Protected Entrance Terminals (PET’s)