Dust plug for hardened fiber optic connector
US7394964B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 22, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3831
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A dust for use with a ruggedized fiber optic connector including a fiber optic adapter. The dust plug provides enhanced sealing for the ruggedized connector when an optical fiber cable is not attached. The dust plug engages the ruggedized connector in a manner similar to a mating fiber connector which may be mounted to a fiber optic cable. The dust plug may include a threaded cap and a keyed insert rotatably mounted to the insert.
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