Method and apparatus for mechanically splicing optic fibers
US7918612B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 24, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/2553
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and apparatus for mechanically splicing a pair of optic fibers or optic cables, the mechanical splice comprising: a ferrule having an axial capillary bore, the capillary bore configured to enclose the optic fibers at both ends of the ferrule; and cured epoxy disposed to secure together the ends of the optic fibers and to secure the optic fibers to an inside surface of the capillary bore, the ferrule optionally enclosed in a metal tube.
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