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Fiber optic splice and distribution enclosure

US7471867B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 15, 2007
Grant dateDec 30, 2008
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/44528
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An enclosure for housing fiber optic splices between a fiber optic distribution cable and fiber optic customer drop cables includes a first door providing access to a first area of the enclosure housing couplers for receiving terminals of customer drop cables. The enclosure also includes a second door providing access to a second area of the enclosure for accommodating slices in one or more distribution cables. The second area is not accessible via the first area.

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