Optical connector having pivotable cap protecting ferrule
US10845547B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 2, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3893
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An optical plug connector (1) having a base body (2) extending in a longitudinal direction (x) with a front end (24) having a first opening to receive a ferrule (7) protruding above the front end (24) of the base body (2) and a rear end (25) having a second opening to receive an optical cable. An articulated locking arm (4) is formed on the front end (24) of the base body (2) and protrudes obliquely toward the rear. A cap (10) is arranged at the base body (2) in front of the articulated locking arm (4) and pivotable about a hinge axis (20) of a hinge (19) to protect the ferrule (7) in a closed position and release the ferrule (7) in an open position. The cap (10) is arranged above the ferrule (7) and in front of the locking arm (4) in a transversal direction (y).
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