Other connectors do not require epoxy. The epoxy step, in particular, is seen by many as a necessary evil. Not only do curing times slow productivity, but speeding the process means additional equipment like curing ovens to lug around. Fortunately, epoxy-less connectors now offer reliable, fast termination. Epoxy-less connectors have slashed application time from 10 or more minutes to less that 2.
Performance is equal to epoxy counterparts and well within the bounds of application requirements.
Installers like epoxy-less connectors. What's more, eliminating epoxy reduces the training required to terminate an optical fiber cable since the tools help ensure a proper termination. By eliminating the mess of epoxy and simplifying termination procedures, epoxy-less connectors make field installation easier and faster. In premises cabling and networking applications, epoxy-less connectors make it easier for contractors to train installers, increase productivity significantly, and ease the migration from copper to fiber. They also eliminate epoxy fumes and spills on carpets.