Fiber distribution hubs with patch and splice enclosures
US7676136B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 26, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 9, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/4442
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Fiber distribution hubs for distributing fiber optic networks are disclosed. The fiber distribution hub includes a mounting plate for supporting a termination of at least one fiber cable, a patch enclosure for protecting the termination, and a splice enclosure for protecting at least one splice connection to an optical fiber included in a feeder cable. The patch enclosure includes a first door and defining a patch chamber. The mounting plate is positioned within the patch chamber. The splice chamber includes a second door. The splice enclosure is releasably coupled to the patch enclosure.
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