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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 12, 1988
Filed:
Jun. 05, 1986
Toshiaki Kakii, Kanagawa, JP;
Naoshi Hakamata, Kanagawa, JP;
Yasuo Asano, Kanagawa, JP;
Shuzo Suzuki, Kanagawa, JP;
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd., Osaka, JP;
Abstract
Disclosed herein is an independent optical ferrule, an optical connector employing the independent ferrule, and replaceable plug unit employing the independent ferrule. Also disclosed is a method of using the replaceable plug unit employing the independent ferrule. The independent ferrule includes a stem portion having both ends each confronting ones of optical elements such as an end ferrule. The independent ferrule further includes at least one optical fiber held in a fixed position in the stem and having the both ends flush with the end faces of the stem. The independent ferrule also includes a collar adapted to serve as positioning member upon assembly of said independent ferrule into the optical connector or the replaceable plug unit.