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Activation tool for a fiber optic connector

US8005336B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

Panduit Corp. · US

Inventors

Matthew M. Wagner · Park Forest, US
Roger D. Segroves · Lockport, US

Key dates

Filing date	Dec 28, 2009
Grant date	Aug 23, 2011
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Dec 28, 2029

Classification

Technology area (CPC G)Physics
CPC primaryG02B6/3898
WIPO fieldOptics
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An activation tool used to terminate a pre-polished, no-crimp fiber optic connector. The tool holds and positions a suitable fiber optic connector, such as an ST-type Opti-Cam connector. A lever on the tool activates a connector cam mechanism to effectuate termination of the fiber. The tool includes a base that supports and locks axial and rotational movement of ferrule holder and backbone components of the connector while a rotatable cam activation tool handle engages with a cam of the connector to rotate the cam between a de-activated position and an activated or terminated position.

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