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Precision ferrule connector assembly

US7048448B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 2003
Grant dateMay 23, 2006
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Expiry dateOct 27, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/4292
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A ferrule connector assembly includes a housing having a bore therethrough. The housing has a first end adapted to receive a sleeve assembly having a split sleeve and core member disposed in the split sleeve. A second end of the housing receives a ferrule containing an optical fiber. The core member has a hole extending therethrough that is optically aligned with the optical fiber. The sleeve assembly is press-fit within the bore of the housing and secured within the housing through one or more securing structures.

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