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Fiber optic connector

US8974124B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 16, 2012
Grant dateMar 10, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 23, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/3821
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A connector for a fiber optic cable is disclosed, as well as a housing therefor, wherein the housing is formed as a single unitary piece to simplify construction and assembly. A ferrule assembly may be configured in conjunction with the housing to provide a retentive coupling between the assembly and the housing upon insertion of the assembly into the housing.

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