System and method for joining and distributing a single optical fiber cable to multiple rack shelves
US10345538B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/44526
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A breakout box, breakout box system, and method for management of optical fibers. The breakout box system provides a pass-through system for connecting optical fibers to network rack modules. The external routing of incoming and outgoing cables around the rack is kept neat and orderly, with one large cable serving a plurality of shelves. The breakout of the cable and distribution of the fibers to the individual modules occurs inside the breakout boxes and bridges, which provide protection for the fibers while still allowing easy access for fiber handling by means of the removable lids.
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