Fiber optic splice protector for harsh environments
US9341778B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 8, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49947
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An optical fiber cable for installation in a subterranean formation, where the temperature could be in excess of 150 degrees C. The optical fiber cable has an outer metallic jacket defining an elongated conduit with an internal elongated channel that receives an optical fiber. The optical fiber has two strands joined by a splice. A splice protector has a body with a passageway receiving the splice. The body has an outer region configured to be joined by a fusion weld to the outer metallic jacket.
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