Leave the epoxy at home. 3M™ Melt Connectors come pre-loaded with advanced hot melt adhesive, which features an extended shelf life compared to epoxy versions. So you can leave the epoxy at home. There is no need for a syringe, applicator or mixing. And since there is no waiting for epoxy to cure, termination is fast—just two minutes (average). The 3M Hot Melt connector’s reliability, high performance and ease of use in both indoor and outdoor LANs worldwide, plus the savings in time and materials, have made it an industry favorite. 3M™SC and FC Ultra High Temp Hot Melt Connectors are designed for single-mode telephony. They can be used up to 100°C (212°F).