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Zero U fiber distributor, MPO fanout

US8867883B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 29, 2012
Grant dateOct 21, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 23, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/3879
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A breakout module includes a substantially cylindrical body having a first end face and an opposite, second end face. A multi-fiber port, like an MPO port, is provided within the first end face, or a cord having a multi-fiber connector, like an MPO connector, attached to its distal end exits the first end face. Plural duplex fiber ports are disposed within the second end face. A breakout cable is disposed within the body and connects the plural duplex fiber ports of the second end face to the multi-fiber port or connector associated with the first end face.

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