Backplane optical fiber connector for engaging boards of different thicknesses and method of use
US5530783A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 31, 1994 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3897
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed is a fiber optic backplane connector in which there are a plurality of axially spaced circuit board engaging spring on one side of the exterior housing. By means of this arrangement a single connector is engageable with a number of thicknesses of circuit board. Also disclosed are two resilient metal arms which extend from a metal plate on one side of the connector to engage the medial flange to enable the connector to be assembled without ultrasonic welding. A method for using this connector to connect fiber optic cables as well as to dissipate static electrical charges therein is also disclosed.
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