Attenuator for fiber optic cables
US6466728B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 8, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/4457
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An attenuator on which a fiber optic cable is loopable in a plurality of different configurations to provide incremental attenuation of light signals internally of the cable. The attenuator includes a base having a pair of spaced-apart spools around which a cable is looped in variable configurations to provide variable degrees of attenuation. Cable guide recesses are provided on the base outwardly of the spools, and hollow securing/stacking bosses extend upwardly from the base adjacent its ends.
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