The Siemon Company

Edward J Volansky

John A Siemon

Randy J Below

Conrad L Ott

Dust caps for use with multiple optical fiber adapters and connectors. A first embodiment of the invention is a dust cap for use with ST adapters, ST connectors and SC connectors. The dust cap includes a sealing surface for contacting the bottom of an ST adapter for sealing the portion of the adapter containing the alignment sleeve. The dust cap also includes an opening having a reduced diameter to prevent contamination of the tip of the ferrule of an ST or SC connector. The dust cap may be formed in a duplex fashion and include a retaining strap for securing the dust cap to an ST adapter. An alternative embodiment of the invention is a dust cap having a first side for mating with either an SC or ST adapter and a second side for mating with either an SC or ST connector.

Dust caps for use with telecommunications adapters and connectors

Adapters for coupling optical fiber. A first adapter includes ports for receiving optical fiber fitted with a first interface connector. The adapter includes first interface ports mounted to a block. The block has an outer dimension corresponding to a panel cut-out for a second interface adapter. Mounting clips may be preformed in the block. A second adapter includes a duplex retention latch including a first retention latch for receiving and gripping a first optical fiber connector and a second retention latch for receiving and gripping a second optical fiber connector. The first and second retention latches are joined by a connecting member integral with the first retention latch and the second retention latch. A third embodiment includes mounting clips that extend through openings formed in the adapter body.

Adapters for coupling optical fiber

A surface mount multimedia connector housing is disclosed. The housing is both a functional and aesthetically pleasing arrangement which is beneficial for visible placement. The housing is configured in alternate embodiments of two or six ports wherein anywhere from one through six ports may be operable. More specifically, one or two ports may be operable in the two port housing and one through six ports may operate in the six port housing, as desired. Identification of each port is provided for both, by the inclusion of colored tabs with Icons and by write-on labels oriented on the cover of the housing. The unit provides storage for excess cable, and segmented knockouts for cable/raceway entry.

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New Milford, CT, United States of America

Edward J Volansky