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Hardened fiber optic connector

US10338323B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 27, 2017
Grant dateJul 2, 2019
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Expiry dateApr 27, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/3889
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a fiber optic connector for use with a fiber optic adapter. The fiber optic connector includes a connector housing having an end defining a plug portion. A ferrule assembly is mounted at least partially within the connector housing. The ferrule assembly includes a ferrule located at the plug portion of the connector housing. A sealing member is mounted about an exterior of the connector housing for providing a seal between the connector housing and the adapter. The fiber optic connector further includes first and second separate retaining mechanism for retaining the fiber optic connector within the fiber optic adapter.

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