Removable sleeve for fiber optic connectors for high density applications
US8559781B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3898
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sleeve has a handle and extensions to engage a fiber optic connector for insertion into and removal from high density adapters. The sleeve may have multiple connectors installed in a single sleeve and it may be removable. The sleeve has first and second extensions to engage the inner and outer housings, respectively, to insert and remove the fiber optic connector from an adapter.
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