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Fiber optic connector with vented ferrule holder

US5381497A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 27, 1993
Grant dateJan 10, 1995
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Expiry dateJul 27, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/3861
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A fiber optic connector includes a ferrule received within a ferrule holder. The ferrule holder is provided with venting to evacuate air from an adhesive receiving chamber to avoid air pocket formation in adhesive.

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