Universal adapter for fiber optic connectors
US7192194B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 13, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3846
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
There is provided an adapter that fits most standardized fiber optic cable connectors to allow quick field installations. The adapter includes a split diameter. The smaller diameter fits within a rear back shell of the connector and receives a fiber stub from the connector. The larger diameter abuts the rear of the rear back shell and receives an optical fiber. The adapter includes a pair of mated resilient members that forms a fiber guide within the adapter. The fiber stub and a bare optical fiber of the optical fiber are optically spliced within the fiber guide formed within the resilient members.
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