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Small form factor fiber optic connector with crossed angle polished ferrules and polishing cap therefor

US11719892B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 13, 2021
Grant dateAug 8, 2023
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Expiry dateOct 8, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/3893
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A fiber optic connector housing has a first portion to receive fiber optic ferrule holders and fiber optic ferrules. The fiber optic connector housing also includes a second portion for use during polishing and before one of the fiber optic ferrule holders is rotated 180°. The second portion is removed to allow for rotation and a third portion is attached to the first portion for connection with another fiber optic connector or assembly.

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