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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 17, 1984
Filed:
Apr. 29, 1982
Ross W Strait, Jr, Madison, CT (US);
Times Fiber Communications, Inc., Wallingford, CT (US);
Abstract
A connector for coupling optical fiber elements includes two connector assemblies, each including a three-pin assembly that forms a precise axial central opening through which an optical fiber to be coupled extends. The fiber is secured within each pin group and terminates flush with the ends of the pins, which pins also terminate flush with each other. The pins of each group are secured together in each connector assembly. One connector assembly includes an alignment sleeve that spans the pin ends where the optical fibers terminate. When the connector assemblies are joined, an interference fit is formed that causes the axial chambers within the pin groups to become axially aligned, and the pin ends in each group abut each other. Means are provided to secure the optical fiber in place in each connector assembly and to couple the assemblies together.