Fiber optic connector with strain relief assembly
US9551842B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 11, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3893
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fiber optic connector includes a ferrule, a ferrule holder from which the ferrule extends, a housing in which the ferrule holder is received, and a connector body coupled to the housing. The connector body is configured to retain the ferrule holder within the housing. The fiber optic connector further includes a strain relief assembly comprising a support coupled to a rear portion of the connector body and a boot received over support. The support includes a first portion defining a front end of the support and a second portion defining a back end of the support, with the second portion having a stiffness less than the first portion. Additionally, the support and boot are formed from respective first and second materials, with the second material being less rigid than the first material.
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