Fiber distribution frame
US6201919A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 1998 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/44524
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fiber distribution frame includes a support structure having a wall with a plurality of bulkhead assemblies secured to the wall. Each of the assemblies has opposing and spaced-apart slide plates. A connector support rod is positioned between the slide plates. The rod is slidably connected to each of the slide plates for the rod to slide along a linear and horizontal path of travel extending substantially perpendicular to the wall. The rod is slidable between a retracted position and an extended position. In the retracted position, a rear end of the rod is positioned adjacent the wall. In the extended position, the rear end of the rod is positioned adjacent a forward edge of the slide plates. The rod carries a plurality of fiberoptic adaptors. Each of the adaptors may receive an individual coupled pair of fiberoptic connectors. The plurality of adaptors are disposed on the rod in a linear array extending along the path of travel. The adaptors are aligned for coupled connectors to extend transversely away from the path of travel on opposite sides of the rod. Snap clips are provided to mount each plate to the support structure. Each plate is further constructed from separate halves …
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