Inventors:
Samuel M. Marrs - Bradley IL, US
Jerry A. Wiltjer - Frankfort IL, US
Shaun P. Brouwer - St. John IN, US
Assignee:
Panduit Corp. - Tinley Park IL
International Classification:
G02B 6/36
G02B 6/38
US Classification:
385 81, 385 55, 385 60, 385 62, 385 66, 385 67, 385 68, 385 69, 385 75, 385 76, 385 77, 385 78, 385 84, 385 86, 385 87
Abstract:
An improved, reversibly terminable fiber stub connector assembly is provided that can be readily and positively terminated in the field using simple termination tools. This allows repositioning or replacement of fiber optic cable field fibers if termination is not acceptable in performance. The tool may be a hand-held tool, or used in conjunction with a connector support structure to provide simplified and expeditious field termination of fiber optic cables. The cam tool can include a throughbore that enables connection of a patchcord to the stub fiber of the connector during or shortly after termination without removal of the termination tool. Accordingly, field testing of the connection can be made at the site of termination.