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Alignment cover for a fiber optic receptacle

US5243678A · kind A · utility

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18Claims
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Filing dateJun 29, 1992
Grant dateSep 7, 1993
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/4246
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A self-aligning optical receptacle cover (10) suitable for use with various types of optical receptacles (20). The cover (10) seals the receptacle (20) against dust and debris, and alignment pylons (16, 18) extending from receptacle cover (10) cooperate with active optical devices (30, 40) to maintain precise alignment thereof within the receptacle during manufacturing operations.

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