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Fiber optic connector module

US5363465A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 19, 1993
Grant dateNov 8, 1994
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/4454
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A fiber optic module which includes a framework receiving circuit card cartridges. The cartridges have a plate which extends along the sides of the housing with the first edge extending a differing length than the second edge. The module includes a housing having a framework with spaces for receiving the cartridges. The framework has slots formed therein for receiving the edges of the cartridges. The slots and spaces align the cartridges in the housing so that the cartridges are properly aligned in the housing.

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