8882-A

3M™ High Gel Re-enterable Encapsulant 8882 Description 3M™ High Gel Re-enterable Encapsulant 8882 is a two-part nonurethane encapsulating compound. The encapsulant aggressively adheres to filled cable and is compatible with common plastics used in telephone splice connectors. The encapsulant permits easy cable splice re-entry for future changes and maintenance. The 8882 encapsulant is one of a system of products available from 3M. 3M™ High Gel Re-enterable Encapsulant 8882 Properties Property Test Method Typical Value Isocyanate Content Non applicable Not Isocyanate based Tensile Strength ASTM D412 11 psi at 75°F (126 kN/m2 at 24°C) Elongation ASTM D412 at 75°F (24°C) 300% Tear Strength ASTM D624 15 in./min. 1.6 lb./in. at 75°F (595 N/m at 24°C) Coated Conductor Pull-out Flexgel Telcordia TA-TSY-000354 Par. 6.15 9.2 lb. (77.8N)/pair 22 AWG (0.65 mm) Filling Compound Compatibility -Flexgel Telcordia TA-TSY-000354 Par 6.17 2.1% gain at 70°F (21°C) 4.0% gain at 150°F (66°C) Polycarbonate Compatibility TA-TSY-000354 Par. 6.7 No stress cracking or physical property changes observed in samples Gel Time 3M test method (Sunshine Gel Meter) 100-110 min. at 40°F (4°C) 50-70 min. at 75°F (24°C) 30-40 min. at 110°F (43°C)" Hydrolytic Stability Telcordia TA-TSY-000354 Par. 6.01 3% gain Peak Exotherm Telcordia TA-TSY-000354 Par. 6.02 6°F rise from 75°F (3°C rise from 24°C) Water Absorption ASTM D570