Reduced diameter multimode optical fiber cables
US9541723B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 4, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/4436
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described are new cable designs for indoor installations wherein the cable comprises a dual-layer optical fiber buffer encasement of acrylate resin. The buffer encasement has an acrylate compliant inner layer that protects the fiber and minimizes stress transfer to the fiber; and a hard, tough acrylate outer layer that provides crush resistance. The dual-layer optical fiber buffer encasement is wrapped with reinforcing yarn and encased in an outer protective jacket. The protective jacket is relatively thick and rigid, having a thickness of 0.7-3.0 mm, and a modulus greater than 240 MPa.
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