SABIC Innovative Plastics Helps Fiber Optic Industry Make the Connection with Wavelength-Specific Ultem* Resin for Tough One-Piece Connectors

Published Oct 01, 2010

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Oct. 1, 2010 —To solve the challenges in creating complex, multi-part connectors, SABIC Innovative Plastics has developed specialized grades of its workhorse Ultem* resin to drive forward the development of highly cost-effective, one-piece molded connector designs. These unique materials can be precisely tailored to specific wavelengths and offer attenuation control, extreme high heat resistance and dimensional stability for accurate fiber alignment. This innovative new solution is intended to reduce connector costs by up to 20 percent, accelerate fiber installation and provide exceptionally long service life. SABIC Innovative Plastics’ continued investment in new fiber-optic-tailored technologies will help customers in this high-tech industry extend their reach across multiple strategic geographies worldwide.