Cleaning mechanism for fiber optic connectors
US6648980B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 5, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB08B2240/02
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A device for cleaning the polished end faces of fibers of an optical connector having guide pins is provided. The device has a surface with at least one rail disposed on the surface. The rail has a height above the surface sufficient to accommodate guide pins extending from an optical connector. A system for cleaning the polished end faces of fibers of an optical connector is also provided that includes an overlay disposed on the cleaning device. A guide member that is disposed on top of the overlay is also provided for receiving the optical connector. A method for cleaning an optical connector with the disclosed device and system is also provided.
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