Field terminable fiber optic connectors
US10324262B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 7, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3888
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An assembly for splicing first and second optical fibers is contemplated. The assembly typically comprises a splicing member disposed within a barrel member. A first optical fiber can be inserted through a first end of the barrel member, and a second optical fiber can be inserted through a second end of the barrel member to splice ends of the first and second optical fibers in the splicing member. A recess at the second end of the barrel can be used to lock the second optical cable, and a clamping member can be used to hold the second optical fiber. An optical fiber stub holder can couple the first end of the barrel member and an optical fiber stub from which the first optical fiber extends. Thus, the first and second optical fibers can be effectively secured in a splicing relationship using the assembly.
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