Mid-span breakout with potted closure
US7424189B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 21, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 21, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/4433
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A breakout assembly includes a distribution cable, a tether cable, and at least one optical fiber. The distribution cable includes a breakout location having a length. The tether cable is secured to the distribution cable. The optical fiber extends along the length of the breakout location from the distribution cable to the tether cable. A polymeric tube including ring-type reinforcements extends along the length of the breakout location and encloses the optical fiber.
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