КОНСТРУКЦИЯ И РЕАЛИЗАЦИИ СИСТЕМЫ ДЛЯ КОРОБКИ С ШИНОЙ ДАННЫХ ("DATA BUS-IN-A-BOX")

Группа изобретений относится к шинам данных. Система для коробки с шиной данных включает коробку для электрических средств и по меньшей мере один оптический соединитель, расположенный на коробке. Система дополнительно включает по меньшей мере одну материнскую плату, размещенную внутри коробки и содержащую передающую сторону и приемную сторону. Передающая сторона содержит по меньшей мере одну передающую оптическую медиаконвертерную (ОМС) ячейку для выполнения электрическо-оптического преобразования. Приемная сторона содержит по меньшей мере одну приемную ОМС-ячейку. Кроме того, система включает первые приемные оптоволокна и второе приемное оптоволокно. Каждое из первых приемных оптоволокон подсоединено по меньшей мере от одной приемной ОМС-ячейки к приемному разветвителю. Второе приемное оптоволокно подсоединено от приемного разветвителя к одному из оптических соединителей. Дополнительно система включает первые передающие оптоволокна и второе передающее оптоволокно. Каждое из первых передающих ...

СПОСОБЫ И СИСТЕМЫ РАСПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ УСЛУГ ОПТОВОЛОКОННОЙ СВЯЗИ В МЕСТНОЙ ЗОНЕ ОБСЛУЖИВАНИЯ

... 1. Блок оптоволоконного отводного терминала, содержащий: ! корпус, включающий в себя первую внешнюю поверхность и противоположную вторую внешнюю поверхность; ! несколько упрочненных адаптеров, установленных на первой внешней поверхности корпуса, при этом каждый упрочненный адаптер содержит первый порт, доступ к которому возможен снаружи корпуса, и второй порт, доступ к которому возможен изнутри корпуса; ! катушку, прикрепленную ко второй внешней поверхности, катушка содержит цилиндрическую часть; и ! оптоволоконный распределительный кабель, намотанный на цилиндрическую часть, этот распределительный кабель содержит первый конец и противоположный второй конец, причем второй конец расположен внутри корпуса; ! причем корпус и катушку вращают синхронно при разматывании с катушки оптоволоконного распределительного кабеля. ! 2. Блок по п.1, в котором корпус содержит переднюю часть и заднюю часть. ! 3. Блок по п.2, дополнительно содержащий уплотнительный элемент, расположенный между передней и ...

КОРПУС ДЛЯ СОЕДИНЕНИЯ И РАЗВОДКИ КАБЕЛЕЙ СВЯЗИ С СОЕДИНЯЮЩЕЙ ЧАСТЬЮ, ПОЛЫМИ ВЫТЯНУТЫМИ ЦИЛИНДРИЧЕСКИМИ ЭЛЕМЕНТАМИ И ПРИСОЕДИНЯЕМОЙ ЧАСТЬЮ

... 1. Корпус для соединения телекоммуникационных кабелей, содержащийщиток для ввода кабелей, содержащийпервую часть и по меньшей мере один первый полный вытянутый цилиндрический элемент, выполненный на щитке для ввода кабелей для (вставки через него кабеля при необходимости, водонепроницаемое уплотнение, сформированное эластичной усадочной трубкой, указанным по меньшей мере одним первым полым вытянутым цилиндрическим элементом и кабелем, вставленным через указанный по меньшей мере один первый полый вытянутый цилиндрический элемент, ивторую часть, выполненную с возможностью соединения с первой частью и представляющую собой по меньшей мере механический водонепроницаемый механизм или водонепроницаемый механизм на основе эластичной усадочной трубки,причем вторая часть выполнена с возможностью формирования водонепроницаемого уплотнения посредством второй части, указанного кабеля, вставленного через первую часть и указанный корпус для соединения кабелей, и вторая часть выполнена с возможностью формирования ...

FASEROPTISCHES KABEL MIT ERWEITERTEM KONTRAKTIONSBEREICH,VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUR HERSTELLUNG DES KABELS

Optical conductor splicing box apparatus

The apparatus has a U-shaped lower part (10) with a cassette holder on its base which accepts optical conductor splicing cassettes and has devices for strain-relieved fixing of optical cables and/or individual fibres introduced at the rear wall of the lower part. A separate cable interface rail (20) detachably attached to the rear of the lower part has rows of cable fixing points (21-23). The lower part is covered by an upper lid part (25) with an angled rear wall (26) which ends in a horizontal end flange (27) lying above the cable interface rail and carries an elastic cable sealing block (30) on its underside.

Verteilerkasten

Kabelspeicher

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Kabelspeicher mit einem Gehäuse mit einem darin eingelegten Kabel, wobei das Gehäuse mindestens einen Kabeleingang und einen Kabelausgang aufweist, und wobei das Kabel in im Wesentlichen konzentrischen Kreisen in das Gehäuse eingelegt ist und in das Gehäuse durch den Kabeleingang eintritt und durch den Kabelausgang austritt, wobei Kabeleingang und Kabelausgang am Außenumfang des Gehäuses angeordnet sind, wobei das Kabel nach einem Einlegemuster eingebracht ist, das so ausgewählt ist, dass Teile des Kabels in jeweils unterschiedlichen Richtungen vorgedrillt sind.

Providing a subsea optical junction assembly for coupling fiber optic cables

Optical fiber module with mounting block for securing an optical fiber connector

Hinged optical fibre storage enclosure

An optical fibre storage enclosure has fibre storage trays 14 mounted in a stack, each tray being hinged to each adjacent tray. The outer tray 14 of the stack is fixed to an upright support member 17 which extends from a base 10. The trays 14 may be attached to each adjacent tray by a L-shaped link member 22, which may be rigidly attached to one tray and pivotally attached to each adjacent tray. Each tray 14 may have a base 15, a peripheral wall 16, cable entry ports 18 and outward extensions 19, on which the tray may be pivoted. The link members 22 may extend alternately between the opposed faces and outwardly facing faces of the extensions 19. The pivoted edges of the trays 14 may be nearest the enclosure base 10. The enclosure may have cable entry ports 13 directed towards the enclosure base 10.

Optical fiber module with mounting block for securing an optical fiber connector

An optical fiber module includes a plate having a first side, a second side and at least one through opening, a plurality of connection elements at the first side, and a mounting block at the second side that is configured to secure, relative to the plate, at least one second fiber optic connector which has a longitudinal axis, an end, a wide portion and an end portion between the wide portion and the end. The mounting block includes a channel having an enlarged portion configured to receive the wide portion of the at least one second fiber optic connector, and the channel is configured to permit the insertion of the at least one second fiber optic connector in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis while preventing the removal of the at least one second fiber optic connector in any direction parallel to the longitudinal axis.

Cable enclosure

The disclosure relates to a fibre optic cable enclosure 400 comprising: a first fibre port; a second fibre port; a splice protector holder section 420 on an exterior of the enclosure, wherein the splice protector holder section comprises a plurality of splice protector holders disposed around the exterior of the enclosure. The enclosure also includes a first aperture in the exterior of the enclosure, wherein the first aperture is situated between the first end and the splice protector holder section; and a second aperture in the exterior of the enclosure, wherein the second aperture is situated between the second end and the splice protector holder section. Also disclosed is a method for securing a fibre optic cable in an enclosure. The splice protector holder may comprise a grove for receiving a splice protector 444 in a push fit or snap fit relationship.

Branching or termination optical box

Pocket for a splice of fibres on optical conductors (optical fibres)

A description is given of a pocket 10 for a splice 39 of fibres 37, 38 of optical conductors. The pocket can be arranged in a housing 1, comprising a lower part 2 and a cover (lid) 3, of a closure (sleeve) with at least one cable entrance 6. In the region of its peripheral edges, the pocket 10 has at least four access openings 31, 32, 33, 34 for guiding in or out fibres 37, 38 of the optical conductor in the interior of the pocket 10. The pocket 10 comprises three layers 20, 21, 26. The middle one 21 and the one 26 which is on top in the position of use are subdivided 25, 30 such that the pocket 10 can be opened for the purpose of inserting the splice 39 of the fibres 37, 38, which is provided with a splice guard 40. At the edge 13, the pocket 10 has holes 12 with which it can be suspended via hooks fastened in the base 7 of the lower part 2 of the housing 1 of the closure. ...

MUFFE FUER LICHTWELLENLEITER

CONTACT DEVICE AND YOUR USE

CONNECTIONS OF OPTICAL CABLES

Multiport cable terminal

The present invention relates to a multiport cable terminal for branching a cable, the multiport cable terminal comprising: a terminal body part for providing a space for branching a cable; and a port part, which is rotatably coupled to the terminal body part, so as to enable a key and a key groove to be aligned with each other in a state where the port part is coupled to the terminal body part, when a connector connected to a cable is coupled thereto.

Sealed closure with fiber optic organizer

The present disclosure relates to a sealed closure having modular components, enhanced cable sealing, modular connection interfaces, enhanced cable anchoring and enhanced fiber management.

Fiber optic cabinet and tray

Fiber optic distribution cables and structures therefor

Fiber optic distribution cables and methods for manufacturing the same are disclosed. The fiber optic distribution cables present one or more optical fibers outward of the protective covering for distribution of the same toward the subscriber. In one fiber optic distribution cable, a length of distribution optical fiber that is removed from the distribution cable and presented outward of the protective covering is longer than the opening at access location. In another embodiment, a demarcation point is provided for inhibiting the movement (i.e., pistoning) of the distribution optical fiber into and out of the distribution cable. In still another embodiment, an indexing tube is provided for indexing a tether tube within the indexing tube for providing the distribution optical fiber with a suitable excess fiber length. Additionally, other embodiments may include a fiber optic distribution cable having a dry construction and/or a non-round cross-section.

Wall box adapted to be mounted at a mid-span access location of a telecommunications cable

Fiber termination enclosure with modular plate assemblies

H:\plw\Intrwovn\NRPortbl\DCC\PLW68643_I.docx-I/10/2015 Certain types of fiber termination enclosures include an enclosure and at least one of a plurality of plate module mounting assemblies. Example plate module mounting 5 assemblies include a termination panel plate assembly; a splice tray plate assembly; a cable spool plate assembly; and a drop-in plate assembly. Example cable spool plate assemblies include a cable spool arrangement rotationally coupled to a mounting plate, which fixedly mounts within the enclosure housing. A stand not off mount element may be disposed on the front of the cable spool arrangement to rotate in unison with the cable spool 10 arrangement. The stand-off mount element may include one or more termination adapters. -TI -'ID ...

FIBRE OPTIC SPLICE ORGANISER

A CONTACT DEVICE AND USE OF THE SAME

The invention concerns a contact device that comprises a carrier member (10), a receiving unit (12) for receiving at least one optical fibre (14), a control circuit (16) that includes a converter for converting optical signals to electrical signals and vice versa and a first contact member (18) connected to the control circuit (16) and designed such that a second contact member may be connected to the first contact member (18) for conducting electrical signals from and to the first contact member (18). The receiving unit (12), the control circuit (16) and the first contact member (18) are fixed relative to the carrier member (10). The contact device is designed to be fixable at a structural element (20) in a room (22) or other part (22) of a building. The invention also concerns a use of the contact device.

A CONTACT DEVICE AND USE OF THE SAME

The invention concerns a contact device that comprises a carrier member (10), a receiving unit (12) for receiving at least one optical fibre (14), a control circuit (16) that includes a converter for converting optical signals to electrical signals and vice versa and a first contact member (18) connected to the control circuit (16) and designed such that a second contact member may be connected to the first contact member (18) for conducting electrical signals from and to the first contact member (18). The receiving unit (12), the control circuit (16) and the first contact member (18) are fixed relative to the carrier member (10). The contact device is designed to be fixable at a structural element (20) in a room (22) or other part (22) of a building. The invention also concerns a use of the contact device.

PROTECTIVE CABLE OR DUCT ROUTING ENCLOSURE

An enclosure includes a base and at least three members joined to the base, each member having inner and outer walls and extending upward from the base to form at least a first opening and a second opening along an outer surface formed by the outer walls of the members and an interior space bounded by the inner walls, where the first opening and the second opening are wide enough to accommodate one or more cables routed from the first opening to the second opening along the inner wall of the member positioned between the first opening and the second opening, and where the inner wall positioned between the first opening and the second opening has a radius of curvature that prevents a cable routed from the first opening to the second opening along the inner wall from bending beyond a minimum bend radius.

CONNECTORS FOR MICRO-DUCT TERMINATIONS OF FIBER OPTIC CABLE

A connector for coupling a fiber optic cable with a connection point includes a connector body at a first end of the connector and extending in a longitudinal direction and a connector housing at a second end of the connector. The connector body defines a first longitudinal conduit configured to receive a duct, and the duct is configured to slidably receive the fiber optic cable. A compression fitting is configured to be received about a first end of the connector body and slidable relative to the connector body in the longitudinal direction to radially compress the first end of the connector body to grip the duct. The connector housing includes a second longitudinal conduit substantially aligned with the first longitudinal conduit in the longitudinal direction and a connection portion configured to couple the fiber optic cable to the connection point. The first longitudinal conduit and the second longitudinal conduit are configured to slidably receive the fiber optic cable.

Wiring box for fiber-optic connections

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Anschlussdose (1) für faseroptische Verbindungen (10) eines glasfaserbasierten Verteilnetzes, mit einem oder mehreren optischen Leitern (100,102), mittels welchen optische Datensignale übertragbar sind. Die Anschlussdose (1) umfasst einen faseroptischen Verbindungsanschluss (103) zum Verbinden eines optischen Leiters und zum Bereitstellen optischer Datensignale an der Anschlussdose (1). Die Anschlussdose (1) umfasst eine mit einem optischen Leiter verbundene optoelektronische Empfangseinheit (20) mit einem Wandlermodul (209) zum Generieren eines elektrischen Nutzsignals basierend auf mittels des optischen Leiters übertragenen optischen Datensignalen. Die optoelektronische Empfangseinheit (20) ist zum Bereitstellen des elektrischen Nutzsignals mit einem elektrischen Verbindungsanschluss (201) der Anschlussdose (1) verbunden.

Wiring box for fiber-optic connection.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Anschlussdose (1) für glasfaserbasierte Verteilnetze (Fibre-To-The-Home, FTTH), mit mindestens einem optischen Leiter (100) zur Übertragung von optischen Datensignalen in Wellenlängenmultiplextechnik. Der optische Leiter ist mit einem faseroptischen Verbindungsanschluss (101) der Anschlussdose (1) verbunden. Die Anschlussdose (1) umfasst eine optoelektronische Empfangseinheit (20), welche ausgebildet ist, basierend auf einem ersten optischen Teilband (2080) der übertragenen Datensignale ein entsprechenden elektrischen Nutzsignals (2090) zu generieren und mittels eines elektrischen Verbindungsanschlusses (201) der Anschlussdose (1) bereitzustellen sowie ein weiteres optisches Teilband (1010) mittels eines faseroptischen Verbindungsanschlusses (103) der Anschlussdose bereitzustellen.

FINAL CATCH HOUSING FOR SIGNAL TRANSMISSION CABLE, IN PARTICULAR OPTICAL WAVEGUIDE CABLE.

AUFPUTZDOSE.

Bei der erfindungsgemässen Erfindung ist ein Gehäuse (2) mit einer an einer Wand angeschraubten Befestigungsplatte (1) verrastbar, indem Ausnehmungen am Gehäuse (2) über Haltelaschen (27) der Befestigungsplatte (1) geschoben werden und Raststege (31) des Ersteren unter elastischer Verbiegung unter hakenartige Vorsprünge von Rastlaschen (29) der Letzteren gedrückt werden. Ein hinterer Reserveraum, der zur Aufnahme einer Kabelreserve dient, ist durch eine durchbrochene Zwischenwand (7) von einem vorderen Reserveraum (16) zur Aufnahme einer Faserreserve getrennt. Zwei Aufnahmen (10) dienen zur Aufnahme von Kupplungen (11), in welche durch Anschlussöffnungen (12) Stecker eingesteckt werden können. In jeder Anschlussöffnung (12) ist ein Schutzplättchen befestigt, das eine Austrittsöffnung am Grund derselben verdeckt, aber bei Einschieben eines Steckers elastisch ausweicht. Eine die offene Vorderseite des Gehäuses (2) verschliessende Abdeckung umfasst einen Abdeckrahmen (4), der durch Anschläge ...

SURFACE BOX.

Bei der erfindungsgemässen Aufputzdose ist ein Gehäuse (2) mit einer an einer Wand angeschraubten Befestigungsplatte (1) verrastbar, indem Ausnehmungen am Gehäuse (2) über Haltelaschen (27) der Befestigungsplatte (1) geschoben werden und Raststege (31) des ersteren unter elastischer Verbiegung unter hakenartige Vorsprünge von Rastlaschen (29) der letzteren gedrückt werden. Ein hinterer Reserveraum, der zur Aufnahme einer Kabelreserve dient, ist durch eine durchbrochene Zwischenwand (7) von einem vorderen Reserveraum (16) zur Aufnahme einer Faserreserve getrennt. Zwei Aufnahmen (10) dienen zur Aufnahme von Kupplungen (11), in welche durch Anschlussöffnungen (12) Stecker eingesteckt werden können. In jeder Anschlussöffnung (12) ist ein Schutzplättchen befestigt, das eine Austrittsöffnung am Grund derselben verdeckt, aber bei Einschieben eines Steckers elastisch ausweicht. Eine die offene Vorderseite des Gehäuses (2) verschliessende Abdeckung umfasst einen Abdeckrahmen (4), der durch Anschläge ...

Glass fibre connection box for wall mounting on a wall mounting location in a building.

Bei einer Glasfaseranschlussdose (1) für eine Wandmontage an einem Wandmontageplatz (2) in einem Gebäude, ist vorgesehen, dass die Glasfaseranschlussdose (1) ein dem Wandmontageplatz (2) zugewandtes Gehäuseteil (3) und eine Gehäuseabdeckung (4a, 4b) umfasst, wobei erste Befestigungsmittel (5) vorgesehen sind, mit welchen ersten Befestigungsmitteln (5) das Gehäuseteil (3) mit der Gehäuseabdeckung (4a, 4b) verschliessbar ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die geschlossene Glasfaseranschlussdose (1) durch den Gehäuseteil (3) und durch die Gehäuseabdeckung (4a, 4b) mit einem zweiten Befestigungsmittel (6) von der dem Wandmontageplatz (2) abgewandten Seite der Glasfaseranschlussdose (1) an diesem Wandmontageplatz (2) angeordnet ist.

Anschlussdose für die faseroptische Verkabelung.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Anschlussdose (1) für die faseroptische Verkabelung umfassend ein Basiselement (11) zum Befestigen an einer Wand und zur Aufnahme einer faseroptischen Installation, und ein Schutzelement (42) zum Abdecken und Schützen der faseroptischen Installation. Das Basiselement (11) ist auf einer bei bestimmungsgemässem Gebrauch einer Wand zugewandten Kabelseite zur Aufnahme einer Überlänge eines Kabels und auf einer der Kabelseite gegenüberliegenden Faserseite zur Aufnahme einer Überlänge einer Faser ausgestaltet. Das Basiselement (11) weist auf der Kabelseite wenigstens ein Stützelement zum Beabstanden des Basiselementes (11) von einer Wand auf. Das Stützelement ist vom Rand des Basiselementes (11) derart beabstandet, dass zwischen dem Stützelemente und dem Rand ein im Wesentlichen frei zugänglicher Raum ausgebildet wird.

Anschlussdose für Datenaustausch- und Telekommunikationszwecke.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Anschlussdose für Datenaustausch- und Telekommunikationszwecke mit einem Befestigungsrahmen (300), einer optischen Faseranschlusseinheit (400) sowie einer Netzwerkanschlusseinheit (500), welche in einem Fasermanagementgehäuse derart untergebracht sind, dass überschüssige Fasern vor Beschädigung geschützt sind.

STORAGE DEVICE AND UNWINDING OF AN ELONGATE FLEXIBLE BODY, SUCH AS A FLEXIBLE SUPPLY OF A WELDING HEAD.

DEVICE FOR MONITORING A STRUCTURE USING OPTICAL CABLES AND OPTICAL CABLE CONNECTION METHOD THEREFOR

BOX FOR CONNECTING OPTICAL FIBERS

L'invention concerne un boîtier de raccordement de fibres optiques d'un câble principal (5) à des fibres optiques d'un utilisateur comprenant un logement arrière (4) du câble principal, un support (1) de connecteurs (1A) et une cassette (6) de lovage des fibres, constitués dans un corps (2) de boîtier pourvu d'un fond de fermeture (7) délimitant ledit logement arrière et une partie avant montée en liaison pivotante sur le corps (2) du boîtier à proximité d'une de ses parois latérales (2A). Selon l'invention, ladite partie avant pivotante est ledit support (1) de connecteurs et ladite cassette (6) est conformée dans ledit fond (7) du corps de boîtier et délimite un canal arrière de logement du câble principal (5).

distribution box to fiber until the antenna systems and distribution assembly

sistema de montagem de um terminal de conexão

Device holder accommodating wavelength division multiplexers

FLEXIBLE OPTICAL CLOSURE AND OTHER FLEXIBLE OPTICAL ASSEMBLIES

Flexible closures and other flexible optical assemblies that are installed within a factory, or in the field, and then deployed using cable installation methods, wherein the flexible closures and assemblies have the ability to bend and twist without incurring physical damage to their structure, optical fibers and splices disposed within, and without significant attenuation in the optical fibers when exposed to conventional installation stresses. Flexible closures that replace conventional substantially rigid closures in order to facilitate pre-engineered and assembled distribution cable installation within an optical network, and the physical, bending and material properties of such closures, and methods of manufacturing and installing the same.

DROP ACCESS LOCATION METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR HORIZONTAL CABLING IN MULTI-DWELLING UNIT APPLICATIONS

A drop access location system and method, where the system includes a duct containing one or more communications lines, where the duct is mountable to a generally flat surface. The system also includes a drop access box including a base and a removable cover having a low impact profile and or decorative appearance. A mounting section of the base is configured to fit over an outer shape of the duct and overhang therefrom. Slack storage is provided and includes one or more guides to route an accessed communications line to a coupling and to store excess amounts of the accessed communications line. The coupling device mounting area is configured to receive a coupling, adapter, or splice that connects the accessed communications line to a drop cable. The drop access location system and method can be utilized for horizontal cabling in multi-dwelling unit (MDU), multi-tenant unit (MTU) and other building applications. A system for installing the drop access location system is also provided.

CABLE STORER

The invention relates to a cable storer comprising a housing wherein a cable is arranged. Said housing comprises at least one cable inlet area and one cable outlet area. The cable is arranged in said housing in essentially concentric circles and enters the housing via the cable inlet area and exits via the cable outlet area. The cable inlet area and the cable outlet area are arranged on the outer periphery of the housing. The cable is introduced according to a configuration selected in such a way that parts of the cable are predrilled in respectively different directions.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING FINAL DROP IN A LIVING UNIT IN A BUILDING

A system and method for providing a final drop in a living unit in a building. The system comprises a point-of-entry unit, such as a low profile base unit, disposed within the living unit at a location corresponding to an access position of horizontal cabling disposed in a hallway of the building that provides a first anchor point. The system also includes an adhesive-backed duct, having one or more communication lines disposed therein, mountable to a wall within the living unit. The system also includes a second anchor point, such as a wall receptacle, disposed within the living unit to receive a first communication line via the duct. The components of the system are also designed with very low impact profiles for better aesthetics within the living unit.

A CONTACT DEVICE AND USE OF THE SAME

The invention concerns a contact device that comprises a carrier member (10), a receiving unit (12) for receiving at least one optical fibre (14), a control circuit (16) that includes a converter for converting optical signals to electrical signals and vice versa and a first contact member (18) connected to the control circuit (16) and designed such that a second contact member may be connected to the first contact member (18) for conducting electrical signals from and to the first contact member (18). The receiving unit (12), the control circuit (16) and the first contact member (18) are fixed relative to the carrier member (10). The contact device is designed to be fixable at a structural element (20) in a room (22) or other part (22) of a building. The invention also concerns a use of the contact device.

FIBER OPTIC LINK PLATFORM

A fiber optic link platform (10) in a miniature card cage configuration that is designed for installation into conventional floor and wall boxes (5). The platform of the present invention comprises a plurality of contiguously mounted fiber link communications modules (12) in a ruggedized card cage (32), as well as a common power supply module (30) that provides the appropriate voltage and current to power all of the remaining modules. The fiber optic link (10) typically uses from one to many multimode or single mode optical fibers depending on the communication function and the number of transmit or receive units. The module/card cage configuration permits selections of those communications functions likely to be utilized at each floor box location.

Optical connection terminals for fiber optic communications networks

An optical connection terminal for a fiber optic communications network includes a base, the base comprising an exterior wall. The terminal further includes a cover connected to the base, wherein an interior cavity is defined between the base and the cover. The cover includes a bottom panel, a first end wall, a second opposing end wall, a first sidewall, and a second opposing sidewall, wherein the bottom panel extends between the first end wall and opposing second end wall and between the first side wall and second opposing sidewall. The terminal further includes an exterior channel defined in the bottom panel, and a stub cable port defined in the bottom panel within the exterior channel of the cover. The terminal further includes a plurality of connector ports defined in the exterior wall of the base.

Multimedia outlet box

The present disclosure relates to relates to a telecommunications outlet box including a peripheral wall that is primarily curved except for a portion in which a connector access opening of the box is defined. The present disclosure also relates to a telecommunications outlet box having a cradle in which a cable management spool is retained. The present disclosure further relates to a cable guide for use with a telecommunications outlet box. The cable guide projects outward from a connector access opening of the outlet box and provides a protective shield around cables connected to the outlet box.

Submarine optical transmission apparatus and submarine optical communication system

An object to provide a submarine optical transmission apparatus capable of efficiently housing optical components and electric components. First component housing units can house either or both of an optical component and an electric component and are stacked in a Z-direction. A case can house the first component housing units and a longitudinal direction thereof is an X-direction. A heat dissipating member is disposed in the case and conducts heat generated in the first component housing units to the case.

Assembly for retaining and securing an optical cable

An assembly for retaining and securing an optical cable includes a retaining element and a housing with an insertion seat. The retaining element has a first retaining wall, a second retaining wall and a connection part connecting the first and second retaining walls. The connection part is configured to resiliently deform upon insertion of the retaining element in the insertion seat to allow mutual approach of said first and second retaining walls.

FIBER MANAGEMENT COMPONENT

SEALING AND RETAINING CABLE ATTACHMENT FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS CLOSURES

FIBER OPTIC HOUSING WITH REMOVABLE CHASSIS

SURPLUS LENGTH TREATING METHOD OF OPTICAL FIBER

PURPOSE: To treat surplus length without increasing transmission losses by putting the surplus length of fiber core into a bas having flexibility, forming this to a circular or elliptic loop and rounding the loop and putting the same into a cylindrical case. CONSTITUTION: The loop 122 made by the surplus length of a fiber core 120 is put into a treating bag 10 made of longitudinally long material having flexibility and this bag 10 is put into a case 20. The case consists of an upper piece 24 and a lower piece 22 which are fixed by means of adhesive agents or the like after the bag is rounded and contained therein. This makes it possible to put the surplus length of the core 120 produced near the connection point 140 of the fiber core 120 orderly into the narrow space while keeping the increase in transmission loss within the specified value. COPYRIGHT: (C)1980,JPO&Japio ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR STORAGE OF EXTRA LENGTH OF OPTICAL FIBER

PURPOSE: To realize a small size of structure and to increase the handling performance for a device that stores the extra length of an optical fiber, by forming plural bank type projections extending toward the axis at the center and both ends of the outer circumference surface of a cylinder tube and loading the joint part or the extra length of the optical fiber by means of the adjacent projections. CONSTITUTION: A storing matter 10 of the extra length of an optical fiber is made of a metallic or plastic material and contains a number of bank type projections 12 and 13 extending to the axial direction provided at the center and both ends of a cylinder tube 11. To store the extra length of the optical fiber 3, both the ends of the extra length 4 of the fiber 3 are first put into a groove formed by the porjections 13 at both ends and fixed there. Then the joint part 5 of the fiber 3 is put into the groove formed by the center projections 12 and fixed there. After this, the two rings formed ...

СИСТЕМА ДОСТУПА АБОНЕНТСКОГО МЕСТА К ЛИНИЯМ СВЯЗИ ПРИ ГОРИЗОНТАЛЬНОЙ ПРОКЛАДКЕ КАБЕЛЯ В МНОГОКВАРТИРНОМ ДОМЕ И СПОСОБ ЕЕ УСТАНОВКИ

Изобретение относится к системам доступа абонентского места к линиям связи. Система включает кабелепровод, содержащий линию связи, и выполнен с возможность установки на плоской поверхности. Система также включает ответвительную коробку, включающую основание и съемную крышку, имеющую плоский профиль. Монтажная секция основания выполнена с возможностью установки на внешнюю поверхность кабелепровода, свисая с него. Область хранения включает одну или несколько направляющих для прокладки линии связи, к которой обеспечен доступ, к соединителю и для размещения излишнего количества линии связи. Область установки устройства соединения выполнена с возможностью размещения соединителя, адаптера или сплайса, который соединяет линию связи с абонентским кабелем. Система доступа абонентского места к линиям связи и способ могут быть использованы при горизонтальной разводке кабеля в многоквартирном доме, доме со многими арендаторами, других зданиях. Также описано оборудование для установки системы доступа ...

ОРГАНАЙЗЕР ДЛЯ ОПТОВОЛОКНА И РАСПРЕДЕЛИТЕЛЬНАЯ КОРОБКА

... 1. Органайзер для оптоволоконных кабелей, содержащий:в целом плоское основание, имеющее секцию, удерживающую сплиттеры, секцию для хранения запаса волокон и неоконцованных волокон, и секцию, удерживающую сращивания и сплайс-кассеты,при этом секция, удерживающая сплиттеры, имеет конфигурацию, благодаря которой она может удерживать один или более сплиттеров для волокон,при этом секция для хранения запаса волокон и неоконцованных волокон включает область хранения запаса волокон, имеющую множество структур для укладки волокон, обеспечивающих опору для запаса волокон и их фиксацию, и область хранения неоконцованных волокон, имеющую одну или более структур в виде катушек, обеспечивающих опору для неоконцованных волокон их фиксацию, отдельно от запаса волокон,при этом секция, удерживающая сращивания и сплайс-кассеты, имеет конфигурацию, позволяющую ей удерживать первую вставку для сращивания волокон или держатель сплайс-кассет, имеющий конфигурацию, позволяющую ему удерживать одну или более сплайс-кассет ...

ПРИСОЕДИНИТЕЛЬНАЯ КОРОБКА ДЛЯ ВОЛОКОННО-ОПТИЧЕСКОГО КАБЕЛЯ

... 1. Присоединительная коробка для волоконно-оптического кабеля, включающая, по меньшей мере, состоящий из двух частей корпус с нижней частью и крышкой, причем внутри корпуса расположено, по меньшей мере, одно установочное устройство для соединительной муфты для зажима штекерных разъемов для стекловолокна, отличающаяся тем, что установочное устройство (20) выполнено в виде сдвоенной рамы, которая включает две первые вертикальные стойки (21) и две вторые вертикальные стойки (22), причем вторые стойки (22) расположены ближе к фронтальной стороне (5, 40) крышки (2) и нижней части (3), причем соединительная муфта (30) выполнена с возможностью фиксации в первых или вторых стойках (21, 22).2. Присоединительная коробка по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что установочное устройство (20) выполнено в виде сдвоенного установочного устройства для двух соединительных муфт (30).3. Присоединительная коробка по п.1 или 2, отличающаяся тем, что нижняя часть (3) выполнена с фиксирующим зажимом (17), в который может ...

Fiber or cable like unit provisioning and supply device, has receiver unit within area of housing, where cable-like unit is guided outside of housing through opening in housing so that cable-like unit is taken off from receiver unit

The device has a receiver unit within an area of housing so that a fiber (1) or cable like unit forms annular shaped windings on the receiver unit. A receiver part receives ends of the cable like unit. The fiber or cable-like unit is guided with its one end outside of the housing through an opening in the housing so that the cable-like unit is taken off from the receiver unit by pulling the end present at outside of the housing.

Footway box mounting bracket

A junction underground footway box 2 has a mouth closable with a lid with a mounting bracket 4 pivotably attached within the junction underground footwaybox configured to move between a resting position lying across the mouth, and an upright position extending upwardly from the junction underground footway box through the mouth. An optical fibre terminal comprising an optical port for forming a connection using a pre-connectorised optical fibre is attached to the mounting bracket in a position so that when the mounting bracket 4 is in a resting position, the optical fibre terminal is stored within the junction underground footway box 2 clear of a lid closed over the mouth, and when the mounting bracket is an upright position the optical fibre terminal is raised above ground level. The terminal may be attached to the bracket 4 so that when the mouth of the box 2 is covered by a lid, the terminal is separated from the lid by the bracket. When the mouth is covered by a lid, the mounting bracket ...

OPTICAL FIBRE SPLICE PROTECTION

JOINT CLOSURE HOUSING

Multiport optical fibre couplers

A multiport optical fibre coupler has a housing 9 containing at least one set of glass optical fibres 7 of which set the fibres extend to the exterior of the housing and, at their inboard ends, are individually fusion spliced at 8 to several glass optical fibres 1 of a size matching the optical cores of fibres 7, the optical fibres 1 being either coupled directly or through an optical mixer element. Fibres 1 may be plastics clad silica and fibres 7 may be vapour deposited silica. ...

STORING OPTICAL FIBRES

PCT No. PCT/GB89/01390 Sec. 371 Date May 15, 1991 Sec. 102(e) Date May 15, 1991 PCT Filed Nov. 22, 1989 PCT Pub. No. WO90/06531 PCT Pub. Date Jun. 14, 1990.An arrangement for storing e.g. optical fibers and/or optical fiber splices within a splice closure comprises a generally circular tray (1) or preferably a plurality of such trays (1) in a stack, the tray or trays being mounted at an angle inclined to the longitudinal axis of the splice closure. The trays are supported on respective fingers (12) which can be flexed to pivot themselves and their trays away from a tray which it is desired to remove, so that the desired tray can be slipped out of the stack.

JOINT BOX WITH CABLE SEALING DEVICE

TASCHE FUER EINEN SPLEISS VON FASERN VON LICHTWELLENLEITERN

WIRING BOX FOR OPTICAL WAVEGUIDE CABLES

SLEEVE FUER FIBRE OPTICS

ARRANGEMENT WITH SEVERAL SPLICE MODULES.

A contact device and use of the same

REPEATER HOUSING

Subsurface fibre optic cable network installation

Optical fiber drop terminal

A fiber drop terminal may include a housing having an outer surface containing a plurality of receptacles. The housing may include a lower surface and an inner cavity. The fiber drop terminal may include a fiber storage cavity occupying a portion of the inner cavity. The storage cavity may store a plurality of fiber coils at an angle.

Optical fiber splice case with cross connect feature

Fiber optic module for limited space applications having a partially sealed module sub-assembly

A fiber optic module having a module housing and a module sub-assembly. The module housing defines at least an interior space, at least one adapter aperture and at least one input aperture. The module sub-assembly defines at least one fiber optic cable, for example, passing through the at least one input aperture, at least one multi-fiber connector on an end of the fiber optic cable, and at least one single fiber connector on an opposite end of the fiber optic cable, the multi-fiber connector being in optical communication with the at least one single fiber connector, the multi-fiber connector capable of flexing on the at least one fiber optic cable relative to the module housing.

Connection box for glass fiber cables

The invention relates to a connection box (1) for glass fiber cables, comprising an at least two-part housing having a lower part (3) and a cover (2), wherein at least one receptacle (20) for a coupling (30) for accommodating glass fiber connectors is arranged inside the housing, wherein the receptacle (20) is designed as a double frame, which comprises two first vertical bars (21) and two second vertical bars (22), wherein the second bars (22) are arranged closer to a front side (5, 40) of the cover (2) and of the lower part (3), wherein the coupling (30) can be locked either on the first or the second bars (21, 22).

Drop access location method and system for horizontal cabling in multi-dwelling unit applications

A drop access location system and method, where the system includes a duct containing one or more communications lines, where the duct is mountable to a generally flat surface. The system also includes a drop access box including a base and a removable cover having a low impact profile and or decorative appearance. A mounting section of the base is configured to fit over an outer shape of the duct and overhang therefrom. Slack storage is provided and includes one or more guides to route an accessed communications line to a coupling and to store excess amounts of the accessed communications line. The coupling device mounting area is configured to receive a coupling, adapter, or splice that connects the accessed communications line to a drop cable. The drop access location system and method can be utilized for horizontal cabling in multi-dwelling unit (MDU), multi-tenant unit (MTU) and other building applications. A system for installing the drop access location system is also provided.

FIBER OPTIC MODULE FOR LIMITED SPACE APPLICATIONS HAVING A PARTIALLY SEALED MODULE SUB-ASSEMBLY

FIBER OPTIC MODULE FOR LIMITED SPACE APPLICATIONS HAVING A PARTIALLY SEALED MODULE SUB-ASSEMBLY A fiber optic module having a module housing and a module sub-assembly. The module housing defines at least an interior space, at least one adapter aperture and at least one input aperture. The module sub-assembly defines at least one fiber optic cable, for example, passing through the at least one input aperture, at least one multi-fiber connector on an end of the fiber optic cable, and at least one single fiber connector on an opposite end of the fiber optic cable, the multi-fiber connector being in optical communication with the at least one single fiber connector, the multi-fiber connector capable of flexing on the at least one fiber optic cable relative to the module housing and a compression fitting associated with the at least one input aperture for securing the module assembly to the module housing, the fiber optic cable passing through the compression fitting and extending out of the ...

FIBER OPTIC DISTRIBUTION DEVICE

FIBER OPTIC DISTRIBUTION DEVICE A fiber optic distribution device for handling optical fibers, especially wall box, is dis closed. The fiber optic distribution device includes housing with a back wall having parallel grooves, a front wall and side walls defining together an interior of the housing. Fiber optic management units like patch units and/or splice units and/or overlength units for handling optical fibers and/or junctions between optical fibers mount in the interior of the housing to the back wall. The back wall has at least one set of parallel grooves, whereby each fiber optic management unit is mounted to the back wall by fastening elements acting together with at least one of grooves. - 22 - 28 ...

OPTICAL FIBER CABLE TERMINATION APPARATUS

An optical fiber cable termination apparatus for use with an optical fiber cable including a plurality of optical fibers includes at least one optical fiber enclosure assembly. Each optical fiber enclosure assembly includes a housing member and a cover member. The housing member defines an interior cavity and includes: a fiber entrance port in communication with the interior cavity to receive the optical fibers therethrough; a fiber exit port in communication with the interior cavity to receive the optical fibers therethrough; at least one connector port in communication with the interior cavity to receive an optical fiber connector; an access opening in communication with the interior cavity; and a first set of screw threads. The cover member includes a second set of screw threads and is mounted on the housing member by engaging the second set of screw threads with the first set of screw threads and rotating the cover member relative to the housing member. The cover member covers the access ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONNECTING OPTICAL FIBERS

The apparatus comprises: firstly a support (4) having at least one surface (40) which is made of soft, elastically deformable material and which includes a groove (5) suitable for receiving the ends of two optical fibers (1, 2) to be connected in endto-end contact; and secondly a member (8) which is kept bearing against the support surface and the ends of the optical fibers. Said member (8) comprises a polished rigid part such that keeping it bearing against the support surface (40) exerts a compression action on the said ends of the fibers, giving rise to radial reaction from the wall of the groove against the ends of the fibers, and thus ensuring that the fibers are aligned.

OXIMETER

OXIMETER An apparatus comprising a connector body, an optical fiber mounted on the connector body and a receptacle having a cavity for receiving the connector body. The connector body has a cam surface, and the receptacle cooperates with the cam surface when the receptacle and connector body are appropriately positioned to urge the connector body farther into the cavity to place optical portions of the connector body and the receptacle into substantial engagement.

RETAINER FOR PACKAGED OPTICAL FIBER SPLICES AND ORGANIZING TRAY UTILIZING SUCH RETAINERS

FIBER OPTIC TERMINAL ENCLOSURE

A terminal enclosure with a terminal base with a hole; a terminal lid with an adapter mounting face and a mounting hole in the mounting face; a right angle transition body with first and second ends; an adapter which passes through the mounting hole and is mounted to the mounting face; and a fiber optic cable, attached to the second end of the right angle transition body, with an optical fiber with a connector at one end. The mounting face is formed at an angle a, between 0 and 180 degrees, from a plane formed where the terminal lid and base meet. The optical fiber connector is connected to the adapter. The first end of the right angle transition body passes through the terminal base hole. The terminal base and terminal lid are configured to be attached together.

FIBER OPTIC SPLICE ENCLOSURES

A fiber optic splice enclosure includes a basket. The basket includes an outer shell, the outer shell including an outer sidewall defining at least a portion of a periphery of the basket. The basket further includes an insert disposed within the outer shell, the insert including a first sidewall and a second sidewall spaced apart from each other along a transverse axis and each extending along a longitudinal axis to define an inner channel therebetween. The first sidewall and the second sidewall are each further spaced apart from the outer sidewall along the longitudinal axis to define a first outer channel and a second outer channel. The fiber optic splice enclosure further includes a splice tray assembly including at least one splice tray, the splice tray assembly disposed within the inner channel.

MULTI-LAYER MODULE

A multi-layer module that includes a multi-fiber cable storage layer having a cable entry opening and a cable winding structure is disclosed. Also included is a splice storage layer that is discrete from the multi-fiber cable storage layer, the splice storage layer having a splice layer receiving opening in communication with the multi-fiber cable storage layer and a slack storage area. The multi-layer module includes a pigtail storage layer that is discrete from both the multi-fiber cable storage layer and the splice storage layer, the pigtail storage layer having a pigtail connector area and a pigtail storage area, the pigtail storage area comprising a pigtail storage layer receiving opening in communication with the splice storage layer.

EXTERIOR DISTRIBUTION PEDESTAL CABINET

An exterior distribution pedestal cabinet includes an enclosure having a top, a bottom and first and second sides extending between the top and the bottom, a door disposed on a front side of the enclosure, a cable management bracket within the enclosure, a plurality of splitter modules mounted within the enclosure at the cable management bracket, a connector holder bracket, a plurality of connector holders mounted at the connector holder bracket; and a pass-through connector adaptor plate.

OPTICAL SWITCHING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR USE IN THE CONSTRUCTION MODE TESTING OF A MODULAR FIBER ADMINISTRATION SYSTEM

OPTICAL NETWORK UNIT (ONU) MECHANICAL ENCLOSURE

A mechanical enclosure (100) for an optical network unit (ONU) includes a frame (101) having a first opening and a second opening opposite the first opening. A partition divides the frame into a first compartment (102) which houses the electronics and optics of the ONU, and a second compartment (103) which houses drop terminal blocks and coaxial cable ports of the ONU. Each compartment has a dedicated door to provide access to the associated compartment. Watertight seals are provided for each element which passes through the partition, thereby providing electronics/optics compartment (102) with a watertight environment. Drop cables leave the ONU enclosure through grommets which are held in the second compartment (103) of the frame. A hook assembly further enables the enclosure to be held in different positions to improve access to the compartments of the enclosure.

Optical fiber distribution cabinet

Protective sleeve for FTTH (Fiber To The Home)

DEVICE TO RESERVE a LENGTH Of a DRIVER, IN PARTICULAR Of a DRIVER ARRANGES IN RIBBON

Fibre=optic cable junction box - allows access to cable splices held in tension by sprung pulleys

ENCLOSURE OF STORAGE OF FIBEROPTICS

DEVICE TO RESERVE a LENGTH Of a DRIVER, IN PARTICULAR Of a DRIVER ARRANGES IN RIBBON

L'invention est relative à un dispositif pour réserver une longueur d'un conducteur (6). Il comporte un chemin rectiligne pour le conducteur (6) et, le long de ce chemin rectiligne, une pluralité de portées d'appui sur lesquelles le conducteur (6) peut s'appuyer pour s'écarter de son chemin rectiligne.

OPTICAL CABLE TERMINAL BOX INCLUDING AN OPEN-TYPED WIRING HOLE

PURPOSE: An optical cable terminal box is provided to freely place and separate an optical cable in a process for installing a terminal box on an optical communication line. CONSTITUTION: A housing(101) includes a slot(115). The slot forms a first accepting groove at an edge. A cover member(103) forms a second accepting groove at the edge. The cover member is combined with the housing to close the slot. When the cover member closes the slot, a wiring hole combines the first accepting groove with the second accepting groove to pass the same through an optical cable. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2013 ...

Fiber optic module for limited space applications having a partially sealed module sub-assembly

A fiber optic module having a module housing and a module sub-assembly. The module housing defines at least an interior space, at least one adapter aperture and at least one input aperture. The module sub-assembly defines at least one fiber optic cable, for example, passing through the at least one input aperture, at least one multi-fiber connector on an end of the fiber optic cable, and at least one single fiber connector on an opposite end of the fiber optic cable, the multi-fiber connector being in optical communication with the at least one single fiber connector, the multi-fiber connector capable of flexing on the at least one fiber optic cable relative to the module housing.

WIRE CONNECTION AND DISTRIBUTION CASING WITH CONNECTING PART, HOLLOW PIPE COLUMNS AND CONNECTED PART FOR COMMUNICATION CABLES

A wire connection and distribution casing with a connecting part, hollow pipe columns and a connected part for communication cables includes at least one cable inlet and outlet end face and at least one connected part. At least one connecting part and at least one hollow pipe column which is provided for the communication cables penetrating through the cable inlet and outlet end face and entering into the wire connection and distribution casing for the communication cables are formed on the cable inlet and outlet end face, and the communication cables which are to penetrate through the hollow pipe columns form waterproof structures by means of elastic shrinkable pipes. The connected part may form a waterproof structure by combining with the connecting part. The invention involves many problems which result from the waterproof means of the wire connection and distribution casing for the communication cables in the prior art. 112.-. (canceled)13. A telecommunication cable splice enclosure , comprising:a cable entrance board comprising a first portion and at least one first hollow elongate cylindrical member configured on the cable entrance board for inserting therethrough the cable if necessary, a water-tight seal formed with an elasticity shrinkable tube, the at least one first hollow elongate cylindrical member and the cable inserting therethrough the at least one first hollow elongate cylindrical member; anda second portion able to be connected to the first portion, being at least one of a mechanical waterproof mechanism and an elasticity shrinkable tube-shrinkable waterproof mechanism, wherein the second portion can form a water-tight seal with the second portion and the cable inserting therethrough the first portion and the cable splice enclosure, and the second portion can form a water-tight seal with the first portion.14. The telecommunication cable splice enclosure according to claim 13 , wherein the mechanical waterproof mechanism is one selected from a group ...

Aggregation enclosure for elevated, outdoor locations

Certain types of aggregation enclosures include cable input ports and downwardly angled cable output ports. A cover is pivotally coupled to the body so that the cover moves between an open position and a closed position. A modular component panel may be disposed within the enclosure. The component panel includes one or more distribution components (e.g., fiber distribution components or power distribution components) configured to connect at least a portion of an incoming cable to at least a portion of an outgoing cable.

Mini Rapid Delivery Spool

A fiber optic enclosure includes a housing including a base and a cover that cooperatively define an interior region of the housing; and a cable spool assembly rotatably disposed in the interior region of the housing. The cable spool includes a drum portion; and a tray assembly engaged to the drum portion and configured to rotate in unison with the drum portion when the cable spool assembly is rotated relative to the base. The tray assembly includes at least a first tray. Each tray includes optical adapters disposed in a row along a first end of the tray. Certain types of trays are pivotal relative to the drum portion along a pivot axis extending generally parallel to the row of adapters along a second end of the tray opposite the first end. Other types of trays include a second row of optical adapters that pivot relative to the first row.

EXTERIOR DISTRIBUTION PEDESTAL CABINET

An exterior distribution pedestal cabinet includes an enclosure having a top, a bottom and first and second sides extending between the top and the bottom, a door disposed on a front side of the enclosure, a cable management bracket within the enclosure, a plurality of splitter modules mounted within the enclosure at the cable management bracket, a connector holder bracket, a plurality of connector holders mounted at the connector holder bracket; and a pass-through connector adaptor plate. 1. An exterior distribution pedestal cabinet comprising:an enclosure having a top, a bottom and first and second sides extending between the top and the bottom;a door disposed on a front side of the enclosure;a cable management bracket within the enclosure;a plurality of splitter modules mounted within the enclosure at the cable management bracket;a connector holder bracket;a plurality of connector holders mounted at the connector holder bracket; anda pass-through connector adaptor plate,wherein the enclosure comprises a removable bottom plate at the bottom of the enclosure.2. The exterior distribution pedestal cabinet of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of splitter modules comprises:a housing with a splitter compartment and a splicer compartment;a plurality of fiber adapters attached to a wall of the housing;a plurality of fiber connectors connected to the plurality of fiber adapters;an optical splitter in the splitter compartment of the housing;an input fiber optically connected to the optical splitter; anda plurality of output fibers optically connected to the optical splitter and the plurality of fiber connectors.3. The exterior distribution pedestal cabinet of further comprising a cable retention bracket.4. The exterior distribution pedestal cabinet of further comprising a stubbed cable fanout transition holder.5. The exterior distribution pedestal cabinet of further comprising a connector holder bracket hinge.6. The exterior distribution pedestal cabinet of claim 1 , ...

Wall Outlet Having Enclosed Service Connection

The present disclosure relates to an access box including a pivotal mounting panel to which a fiber optic adapter is mounted. The access box also includes a removable faceplate and a cover panel pivotable relative to the faceplate such that when the cover panel is in a closed position, the cover panel is substantially parallel to the faceplate, and wherein when the cover panel is in an open position, the cover panel is at an angle to the faceplate. The access box further includes an access panel pivotably secured to the cover panel. The access panel is movable between a first access panel position where the access panel blocks access to the adapter, and a second access panel position where the access panel allows access to the adapter. 1. An access box for a fiber optic connection device , the access box comprising:a support box comprising a front side and defining a plurality of openings configured to pass a cable from an exterior of the support box to an interior of the support box;a connector mounting panel pivotably connected to the access box, wherein the connector mounting panel comprises a mounting surface for mounting a cable connection device to the connector mounting panel;a faceplate removably secured to the access box;a cover panel pivotable relative to the faceplate such that when the cover panel is in a closed position, the cover panel is substantially parallel to the faceplate, and wherein when the cover panel is in an open position, the cover panel is at an angle to the faceplate; andan access panel pivotably secured to the cover panel, wherein the access panel is movable between a first access panel position wherein the access panel blocks access to the adapter, and a second access panel position wherein the access panel allows access to the adapter.2. The access box of claim 1 , further comprising a securing element for securing the connector mounting panel to the access box.3. The access box of claim 2 , where the securing element comprises at ...

Optical cable terminal box

An optical cable terminal box for distributing an optical cable with a plurality of cores to subscriber lines is provided. The optical cable terminal box may include a housing having a slot, the slot having a first receiving groove formed at an edge of the slot. The optical cable terminal box may also include a cover member coupled to the housing to close the slot, and the cover member may have a second receiving groove formed at an edge of the cover member. When the cover member closes the slot, the first and second grooves may be coupled to each other to form a wiring hole that is configured to pass an optical cable therethrough.

FIBER OPTIC ENCLOSURE WITH TEAR-AWAY SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure includes a housing and a cable spool assembly disposed on an exterior surface of the housing. The cable spool assembly has a first tear-away end and a second tear-away end. The first and second tear-away ends include at least one area of weakness extending from an inner diameter of the cable spool assembly to an outer diameter of the cable spool assembly. A mounting plate is rotationally engaged with the cable spool assembly such that the cable spool assembly and the housing selectively and unitarily rotate about an axis of the mounting plate. 1. (canceled)2. A fiber optic cable spool arrangement comprising:a cable spool assembly including a drum portion and a flange that projects radially outwardly from the drum portion, the drum portion being configured to hold a fiber optic cable wrapped thereabout, the cable spool assembly defining an area of weakness along which a portion of the cable spool assembly can be torn away from a remainder of the cable spool assembly.3. A fiber optic enclosure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the area of weakness is a perforation.4. A fiber optic enclosure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the area of weakness is a reduced thickness of material.5. A fiber optic enclosure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the portion of the cable spool assembly includes at least a portion of the flange.6. A fiber optic enclosure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the portion of the cable spool assembly includes the entire flange.7. A fiber optic enclosure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the area of weakness includes a radial area of weakness.8. A fiber optic enclosure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the area of weakness includes a circular area of weakness.9. A fiber optic enclosure as claimed in claim 2 , further comprising a housing coupled to the cable spool assembly.10. A fiber optic enclosure as claimed in claim 9 , wherein the housing is configured to rotate in unison with the cable spool assembly.11. A fiber optic enclosure for ...

FIBER OPTIC ENCLOSURE WITH INTERNAL CABLE SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure assembly includes a housing having an interior region and a bearing mount disposed in the interior region of the housing. A cable spool is connectedly engaged with the bearing mount such that the cable spool selectively rotates within the housing. A termination module disposed on the cable spool so that the termination module rotates in unison with the cable spool. A method of paying out a fiber optic cable from a fiber optic enclosure includes rotating a cable spool, which has a subscriber cable coiled around a spooling portion of the cable spool, about an axis of a housing of the fiber optic enclosure until a desired length of subscriber cable is paid out. A termination module is disposed on the cable spool. 1. (canceled)2. A fiber optic enclosure assembly comprising:a housing having an interior;a cable storage spool positioned within the interior of the housing, wherein the cable storage spool rotates about an axis relative to the housing to allow the first portion of the fiber optic cable to be paid out from the interior of the housing;a fiber optic cable wound around the cable storage spool, the fiber optic cable having a first end and a second end; anda fiber optic adapter mounted on the cable storage spool, the fiber optic adapter receiving the first end of the fiber optic cable, the fiber optic adapter being carried with the cable storage spool as the cable storage spool is rotated about the axis to allow the second end of the fiber optic cable to be paid out from the interior of the housing, the fiber optic adapter being configured to couple the first end of the fiber optic cable to a connectorized end of a subscriber optical fiber while the adapter is mounted on the cable storage spool.3. The fiber optic enclosure assembly of claim 2 , wherein the fiber optic cable includes a plurality of optical fibers.4. The fiber optic enclosure assembly of claim 3 , wherein a plurality of fiber optic adapters are mounted to the cable storage ...

WALL BOX ADAPTED TO BE MOUNTED AT A MID-SPAN ACCESS LOCATION OF A TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLE

A wall box includes an enclosure having a base and a cover connected to the base. The base and the cover enclose an interior region. The wall box further includes a plurality of fiber optic adapters mounted to the enclosure. The fiber optic adapters include an inner port positioned inside the interior region and an outer port positioned at an outer surface of the enclosure. A tray stack is mounted within the interior region. The tray stack includes a tray mount pivotally connected to the enclosure. The tray mount includes a top surface and an oppositely disposed bottom surface. A first splice tray mounting area is disposed on the top surface and a second splice tray mounting area is disposed on the bottom surface. A plurality of trays is disposed in the first splice tray mounting area. A tray is disposed in the second splice tray mounting area. 1. A wall box comprising: a base;', 'a front cover connected to the base, wherein the base and the front cover cooperate to enclose an interior region of the enclosure;, 'an enclosure havinga plurality of fiber optic adapters mounted to the enclosure, wherein the fiber optic adapters include an inner port positioned inside the interior region and an outer port positioned at an outer surface of the enclosure; a tray mount pivotally connected to the enclosure, the tray mount including a top surface and an oppositely disposed bottom surface, wherein a first splice tray mounting area is disposed on the top surface and a second splice tray mounting area is disposed on the bottom surface;', 'a plurality of trays disposed in the first splice tray mounting area; and', 'a tray disposed in the second splice tray mounting area., 'a tray stack mounted within the interior region of the enclosure, the tray stack including2. The wall box of claim 1 , wherein the tray mount is pivotally connected to the front cover of the enclosure.3. The wall box of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of trays disposed in the first splice tray mounting ...

SUBMARINE OPTICAL TRANSMISSION APPARATUS AND SUBMARINE OPTICAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

An object to provide a submarine optical transmission apparatus capable of efficiently housing optical components and electric components. First component housing units can house either or both of an optical component and an electric component and are stacked in a Z-direction. A case can house the first component housing units and a longitudinal direction thereof is an X-direction. A heat dissipating member is disposed in the case and conducts heat generated in the first component housing units to the case. 1. A submarine optical transmission apparatus comprising:a plurality of first component housing units configured to be capable of housing either or both of an optical component and an electric component and to be stacked in a first direction;a case configured to be capable of housing the stacked first component housing units, a longitudinal direction thereof being a second direction orthogonal to the first direction; anda heat dissipating member disposed in the case and configured to conduct heat generated in the plurality of first component housing units to the case.2. The submarine optical transmission apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the heat dissipating member contacts with an inner surface of the case and a part or all of the first component housing units.3. The submarine optical transmission apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the heat dissipating member has a shape along the inner surface of the case.4. The submarine optical transmission apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe first component housing unit comprises a substrate whose principal surface is normal to the first direction,either or both of the optical component and the electric component are mounted on the substrate, andthe heat dissipating member contacts with the substrate of the first component housing unit.5. The submarine optical transmission apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the heat dissipating member is configured of material having thermal conductivity higher ...

FIBER TO THE ANTENNA

A cell site includes a tower, a multi-service terminal mounted to the tower and a base transceiver station in communication with the multi-service terminal. The multi-service terminal includes a housing and a plurality of adapters mounted to the housing. Each of the adapters includes an outer port accessible from outside the housing and an inner port accessible from inside the housing. 1. (canceled)2. A method of cabling a cell tower , the method comprising:routing a cable breakout arrangement of a cable assembly between a base of the cell tower and an elevated position on the cell tower, the cable assembly including a plurality of optical fibers, and the cable breakout arrangement sealing a breakout of the optical fibers;securing the breakout arrangement to the cell tower at the elevated position; androuting a drop cable from the breakout arrangement to a remote transceiver to the cell tower, the drop cable optically coupling the remote transceiver to the cable assembly.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the breakout arrangement carries a ruggedized connection location at which the drop cable couples to the cable assembly claim 2 , wherein routing the drop cable includes attaching a connectorized end of the drop cable to the ruggedized connection location.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the drop cable includes a plurality of optical drop fibers that optically couple to the remote transceiver.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the drop cable includes first and second optical fibers.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the drop cable is one of a plurality of drop cables and the remote transceiver is one of a plurality of remote transceivers; and wherein routing the drop cable includes routing the plurality of drop cables to the remote transceivers.7. The method of claim 2 , wherein the cable breakout arrangement includes a body defining an environmentally sealed interior in which the breakout of the optical fibers is disposed claim 2 , the body being elongate along ...

Cable Connection Structure For Fiber Optic Hardware Management

A cable connection structure for fiber optic hardware connection is provided. In one example, a cable connection structure includes at least one connector set including a plurality of fiber optic connectors. Each of the fiber optic connectors has a corresponding connecting cable coupled thereto. A cable sorter has a first end connected to the connecting cable. A ribbon cable is connected to a second end of the cable sorter through a fiber cable clamp. 1. A cable connection structure , comprising:at least one connector set including a plurality of fiber optic connectors, wherein each of the fiber optic connectors has a corresponding connecting cable coupled thereto;a cable sorter having a first end connected to the connecting cable;a ribbon cable connected to a second end of the cable sorter through a fiber cable clamp;a connection tube having a center opening that allows the connector set to be disposed therein; andan end cap removably coupled to a back end of the connection tube, wherein the end cap has a through hole that allows the cable sorter to pass therethrough.2. The cable connection structure of claim 1 , further comprising:a ribbon cable collector disposed between the ribbon cable and the fiber cable clamp.3. The cable connection structure of claim 1 , wherein the fiber cable clamp is removable from the cable sorter.4. The cable connection structure of claim 1 , further comprising:a center support, wherein the connector set is coupled to the center support.5. The cable connection structure of claim 4 , wherein the connector set is coupled to the center support through a connector holder or a connector holder ring.6. (canceled)7. The cable connection structure of claim 1 , further comprising:a front cap removably coupled a front end of the connection tube.8. The cable connection structure of claim 7 , further comprising:a gripper disposed on the front cap.9. (canceled)10. The cable connection structure of claim 1 , wherein each of fiber optic connectors is ...

Fiber optic enclosure with internal cable spool assembly

A fiber optic enclosure includes a housing having a base and a cover. The base and the cover cooperate to define an interior region. A cable spool assembly is disposed in the interior region of the housing and is rotatably engaged to the base. The cable spool assembly includes a drum portion and a tray assembly engaged to the drum portion. The tray assembly includes a first tray and a second tray mounted to the first tray. A fiber optic distribution cable is wrapped about the drum portion of the cable spool assembly.

FIBER TERMINATION ENCLOSURE WITH MODULAR PLATE ASSEMBLIES

Certain types of fiber termination enclosures include an enclosure and at least one of a plurality of plate module mounting assemblies. Example plate module mounting assemblies include a termination panel plate assembly; a splice tray plate assembly; a cable spool plate assembly; and a drop-in plate assembly. Example cable spool plate assemblies include a cable spool arrangement rotationally coupled to a mounting plate, which fixedly mounts within the enclosure housing. A stand-off mount element may be disposed on the front of the cable spool arrangement to rotate in unison with the cable spool arrangement. The stand-off mount element may include one or more termination adapters. 1. A plate assembly comprising:a mounting plate having a first side and a second side, the second side being adapted for stationary mounting to a wall, the mounting plate defines at least one opening through which a fastener may extend to secure the mounting plate to the wall; a cable spool including a drum and a radial flange extending outwardly from the drum to define a storage region, the radial flange defining a front of the cable spool, the radial flange also defining an aperture through which optical fibers or cables may pass between the storage region and the front of the cable spool;', 'a fiber management region including bend radius protectors; and', 'a termination region including a plurality of fiber optic adapters;, 'a cable spool arrangement rotationally mounted to the first side of the mounting plate, the cable spool arrangement includinga locking flange including a first portion extending forwardly from the first side of the mounting plate beyond the radial flange of the cable spool, the first portion recessed inwardly from a periphery of the mounting plate and disposed outside a footprint of the cable spool, the locking flange also including a second portion extending from the first portion parallel with the radial flange; anda stop member configured to selectively engage ...

FIBER OPTIC ENCLOSURE WITH INTERNAL CABLE SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure assembly includes a housing having an interior region and a bearing mount disposed in the interior region of the housing. A cable spool is connectedly engaged with the bearing mount such that the cable spool selectively rotates within the housing. A termination module disposed on the cable spool so that the termination module rotates in unison with the cable spool. A method of paying out a fiber optic cable from a fiber optic enclosure includes rotating a cable spool, which has a subscriber cable coiled around a spooling portion of the cable spool, about an axis of a housing of the fiber optic enclosure until a desired length of subscriber cable is paid out. A termination module is disposed on the cable spool. 1. A fiber optic assembly for providing optical fiber connections comprising:a base portion adapted for engagement to a wall;a cable spool mounted to the base portion so that the cable spool can rotate relative to the base portion about an axis, the cable spool having a front flange;a plurality of fiber optic adapters disposed on a front face of the front flange of the cable spool so that the plurality of fiber optic adapters rotates in unison with the cable spool, each of the fiber optic adapters having a first port and a second port;a cable management structure disposed on the front face of the front flange of the cable spool, the cable management structure defining a cable routing path and providing optical fiber bend radius protection; anda fiber optic cable wrapped about a spooling portion of the cable spool, the fiber optic cable having a plurality of individual fibers, each of the individual fibers having a connectorized end, the connectorized ends being routed to the first ports of the plurality of adapters.2. The fiber optic assembly of claim 1 , wherein the cable management structure is a cable management spool.3. The fiber optic assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a fanout disposed on the cable spool.4. The fiber optic ...

Stackable splitters

Examples of optical splitter systems, methods and modules enable the stacking and interconnecting of one or more optical splitter modules. One example of a splitter module has a housing and one or more connection members for connecting to adjacent instances of like splitter modules. The housing includes a plurality of cable ports providing access to an optical splitter storage area. Each connection member includes a tab and a slot, the tab configured to slidingly engage with the slot of an adjacent connection member. Sliding engagement of adjacent instances of splitter modules can form a stack of splitter modules along a stacking axis. In some cases a splitter module includes a latching mechanism to removably engage an adjacent splitter module. The latching mechanism can restrict sliding engagement and thus decoupling of the adjacent splitter modules.

HIGH PRESSURE FULL CABLE STRENGTH MIDSPAN ACCESS SPLICE HOUSING

A pressure housing assembly according to exemplary aspects includes: a saddle assembly configured to encase a mid-point access section of a cable; and a pressure housing configured to be mounted on the saddle assembly. The saddle assembly has a first cable SSTL tube opening where a first seal member is provided; and a second cable SSTL tube opening where a second seal member is provided. The pressure housing has a corresponding first cable SSTL tube opening where a third seal member is provided; a second cable SSTL tube opening where a fourth seal member is provided; and a port configured to allow at least one penetrator to be inserted therethrough. The saddle assembly comprises a seal block configured to at least partially surround the mid-point access section of the cable. 1. A pressure housing assembly comprising:a saddle assembly configured to encase a midpoint access section of a cable; and the saddle assembly comprises a first cable component opening configured to allow a first cable component to be inserted therethrough, a first seal member provided at the first cable component opening;', 'the saddle assembly comprises a second cable component opening configured to allow a second cable component to be inserted therethrough, a second seal member provided at the second cable component opening;', 'the pressure housing comprises a first opening configured to allow the first cable component to be inserted therethrough, a third seal member provided at the first opening;', 'the pressure housing comprises a second opening configured to allow the second cable component to be inserted therethrough, a fourth seal member provided at the second opening;', 'the pressure housing comprises a third opening configured to allow at least one interconnect member to be inserted therethrough; and', 'the saddle assembly comprises a seal block configured to at least partially surround the midpoint access section of the cable., 'a pressure housing configured to be mounted on the ...

AGGREGATION ENCLOSURE FOR ELEVATED, OUTDOOR LOCATIONS

Certain types of aggregation enclosures include cable input ports and downwardly angled cable output ports. A cover is pivotally coupled to the body so that the cover moves between an open position and a closed position. A modular component panel may be disposed within the enclosure. The component panel includes one or more distribution components (e.g., fiber distribution components or power distribution components) configured to connect at least a portion of an incoming cable to at least a portion of an outgoing cable. 1. (canceled)2. A box comprising:a housing having a height extending between a top and a bottom, a width extending between opposite first and second sides, and a depth extending between a front and a rear, the housing including a peripheral wall extending forwardly of the rear to define an interior accessible through a front opening of the housing, the rear being configure to mount to a surface;a door pivotally coupled to the housing to selectively close the front opening;an input disposed at the bottom of the housing through the peripheral wall;a plurality of hybrid output ports disposed at the first side of the housing through the peripheral wall;a sealing arrangement that environmentally seals the interior of the housing when the door is closed;a rail disposed within the interior of the housing and mounted at the rear, the rail extending along at least a majority of the height of the housing; andovervoltage protection components mounted to the rail.3. The box of claim 2 , wherein the sealing arrangement includes an input sealing structure at the input claim 2 , an output sealing structure at each hybrid output claim 2 , and a gasket disposed between the housing and the door.4. The box of claim 3 , wherein the input sealing structure includes a sealed pass-through gland.5. The box of claim 3 , wherein the input sealing structure includes a sealed connection interface.6. The box of claim 3 , wherein each hybrid output secures a respective hybrid ...

Stackable splitters

Examples of optical splitter systems, methods and modules enable the stacking and interconnecting of one or more optical splitter modules. One example of a splitter module has a housing and one or more connection members for connecting to adjacent instances of like splitter modules. The housing includes a plurality of cable ports providing access to an optical splitter storage area. Each connection member includes a tab and a slot, the tab configured to slidingly engage with the slot of an adjacent connection member. Sliding engagement of adjacent instances of splitter modules can form a stack of splitter modules along a stacking axis. In some cases a splitter module includes a latching mechanism to removably engage an adjacent splitter module. The latching mechanism can restrict sliding engagement and thus decoupling of the adjacent splitter modules.

FIBER DROP TERMINAL

A drop terminal mounting system includes a fiber drop terminal having a housing and a base attached to the housing. The housing includes an outer surface containing a plurality of receptacles and cooperatively defines an inner cavity with the base. The drop terminal mounting system further includes a bracket having a first fastening region and a second fastening region adapted to secure the drop terminal to the bracket. 1. (canceled)2. A drop terminal comprising:a housing having a front side and an oppositely disposed back side;a base attached to the back side of the housing to form an enclosure defining an interior cavity, the enclosure extending along a length between a first end and a second end, the enclosure extending along a width between a first side and a second side, the enclosure defining aa weather tight seal disposed between the housing and the base to environmentally seal the interior cavity of the enclosure;a splitter incorporated in the drop terminal to split incoming optical signals into a plurality of outgoing optical signals;a cable input defined by the enclosure at the first end, the cable input providing an input cable with sealed access to the interior cavity of the enclosure;at least four ruggedized outputs disposed in sealing engagement with the enclosure, each of the ruggedized outputs defining an interior port accessible from within the interior cavity of the enclosure and an exterior port accessible from an exterior of the enclosure, the exterior port of each ruggedized output being configured to seal an interface between the ruggedized output and a respective mating connector, the exterior port of each ruggedized output also being configured to mechanically secure the respective mating connector to the ruggedized output with a twist-to-lock fastener, and the exterior ports facing at least partially towards any input cable received at the cable input; anda plurality of optical fibers disposed within the interior cavity of the enclosure, ...

FIBER OPTIC PAYOUT ASSEMBLY INCLUDING CABLE SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure assembly includes a housing having an interior region and a bearing mount disposed in the interior region of the housing. A cable spool is connectedly engaged with the bearing mount such that the cable spool selectively rotates within the housing. A termination module disposed on the cable spool so that the termination module rotates in unison with the cable spool. A method of paying out a fiber optic cable from a fiber optic enclosure includes rotating a cable spool, which has a subscriber cable coiled around a spooling portion of the cable spool, about an axis of a housing of the fiber optic enclosure until a desired length of subscriber cable is paid out. A termination module is disposed on the cable spool. 127-. (canceled)28. A fiber optic payout assembly comprising:a fiber optic cable including a plurality of optical fibers, the fiber optic cable including a first portion in which the optical fibers are collectively contained within a jacket and a second portion in which the optical fibers are broken out into individual optical fibers having connectorized ends;a cable spool arrangement including first and second separate spool sections, wherein the first portion of the fiber optic cable is wrapped about the first spool section, wherein the second portion of the fiber optic cable is wrapped about the second spool section, and wherein the cable spool arrangement is adapted to rotate about an axis to allow the first portion of the fiber optic cable to be paid out from the first spool section of the cable spool arrangement;a plurality of fiber optic adapters that receive the connectorized ends of the individual optical fibers, wherein the plurality of fiber optic adapters are carried with the cable spool arrangement when the cable spool arrangement is rotated about the axis to allow the first portion of the fiber optic cable to be paid out from the cable spool arrangement;a base relative to which the cable spool arrangement is rotatable ...

SYSTEM FOR CONNECTING SUBMARINE CABLES

The system for connecting submarine cables and especially umbilical cables for renewable marine energy farms, is characterized in that it includes an intermediate part for connecting the cables, adapted to be placed between ends for connecting the cables and includes both electrical and mechanical connections for the cables. 110-. (canceled)11. A system for connecting submarine cables , and especially umbilical cables , for renewable marine energy farms , wherein it includes an intermediate part for connecting these cables , adapted to be placed between ends for connecting the cables and including means for the electrical connection of said cables and means for the mechanical connection thereof.12. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 11 , wherein the connecting part further includes means for the optical connection of fiber optics of the umbilical cables.13. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 11 , wherein the intermediate connecting part is sealed.14. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 13 , wherein the intermediate connecting part is in the form of a sealed housing including two passage orifices for the cables to be connected and is provided with fastening means on complementary fastening caps fastened around the cables to be connected near ends thereof claim 13 , in order to close off the orifices of the housing and to fasten the cables on the housing by means of the fastening caps and therefore to fasten the cables on one another.15. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 14 , wherein the housing is linked in movement to the connecting means of the cables.16. The system for connecting submarine cables according to claim 14 , wherein the housing moves freely relative to the connecting means of the cables in order to allow first the connection of the cables and secondly claim 14 , once this connection is done claim 14 , the fastening of the housing on the caps and ...

IN-LINE OUTDOOR FAÇADE OPTICAL FIBER DISTRIBUTION CLOSURE

A fiber distribution module includes a base having a wall with a first flange, a cover having a wall with a second flange, and a sealing element. Latches clamp the cover to the base, and, with the sealing element, act to produce a weather tight seal. Each latch has a lever with a lower hook portion, and a lever arm. The latch also has a catch of U-shaped cross section, a lower arm, and an upper arm. Each latch clamps the module cover to the base weather tight when (i) a distal end of the lower arm of the catch engages the first flange on the base wall, and (ii) the lever arm is urged to closed a position where the lower hook portion of the lever applies a force on the second flange on the cover wall which compresses the sealing element to obtain the weather tight seal. 1. An optical fiber distribution module , comprising: a bottom surface;', 'a base wall surrounding the bottom surface and having a first flange on a closing edge of the wall;', 'a pair of cable ports formed in the base wall for passing a network distribution cable through an interior region of the module; and', 'one or more fiber ports formed in base wall to pass corresponding drop fibers from the interior region of the module where the drop fibers can connect to designated fibers of the distribution cable, to corresponding premises inside a multi-dwelling unit (MDU) building;, 'a base including;'} a cover wall having a second flange on a closing edge of the cover wall; and', 'a sealing element associated with the cover for producing a weather tight seal between the base and the cover of the module when the module is closed; and, 'a cover including a lever having a lower hook portion and a lever arm; and', 'a catch having a generally U-shaped cross section, a lower arm, and an upper arm;', 'wherein a distal end of the lower arm of the catch is configured to engage the first flange on the base wall; and', 'the upper arm of the catch is formed to be seated within the lower hook portion of the lever; and ...

FIBER DISTRIBUTION HUB IN A FTTU MDU

The present disclosure provides several embodiments of a tamper-resistant “secured” single fiber parking lot for a fiber line to prevent any injury by or tampering of a fiber line. For instance, one disclosed embodiment is a tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub that has a base and a removable lid that when coupled with the base forms an aperture operable to receive a fiber line. In one embodiment, the tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub further comprises a tamper-resistant lid screw for coupling the removable lid to the base, a retaining screw located within the cavity of the tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub for securing the fiber line to the fiber hub, a SC female connector type adapter operable to couple with a male connector located at an end of the fiber line, and an attachment screw for attaching the tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub to a media wiring box. 1. A tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub comprising:a base; anda removable lid that when coupled with the base forms an aperture operable to receive a fiber line.2. The tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub of claim 1 , wherein the base and the removable lid are made of a hard plastic material.3. The tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub of claim 1 , further comprising a tamper-resistant lid screw for coupling the removable lid to the base.4. The tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub of claim 1 , further comprising a retaining screw located within the cavity of the tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub for securing the fiber line to the tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub.5. The tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub of claim 1 , further comprising a female parking lot operable to couple with a male connector located at an end of the fiber line.6. The tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub of claim 5 , wherein the female parking lot is a SC female connector type adapter.7. The tamper-resistant secure single fiber hub of claim 1 , further comprising an ...

SEALED ENCLOSURE WITH OUTPUT PORTS

Certain types of aggregation enclosures include cable input ports and downwardly angled cable output ports. A cover is pivotally coupled to the body so that the cover moves between an open position and a closed position. A modular component panel may be disposed within the enclosure. The component panel includes one or more distribution components (e.g., fiber distribution components or power distribution components) configured to connect at least a portion of an incoming cable to at least a portion of an outgoing cable. 1. (canceled)2. A terminal comprising:a body defining an environmentally sealed interior, the body having a rear wall extending between a top of the body and a bottom of the body, the body also including first and second sidewalls extending from the rear wall, the body being elongated between the top and the bottom;a cable port arrangement disposed at the bottom of the body, the cable port arrangement being environmentally sealed and being configured to receive both an optical line and a power line;a first plurality of hybrid cable ports disposed at the first sidewall, each hybrid cable port of the first plurality being environmentally sealed and being connected to both the optical line and the power line; anda second plurality of hybrid cable ports disposed at the second sidewall, each hybrid cable port of the second plurality being environmentally sealed and being connected to both the optical line and the power line.3. The terminal of claim 2 , wherein the rear wall of the body is configured to mount to a surface at an installation site.4. The terminal of claim 2 , wherein the first and second sidewalls are not parallel to each other.5. The terminal of claim 2 , wherein the first plurality of hybrid cable ports faces in a first direction; the second plurality of hybrid cable ports faces in a second direction; and the first and second directions are disposed at an angle relative to each other.6. The terminal of claim 5 , wherein the first ...

MODULES FOR FIBER OPTIC CABLE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

An optical fiber interface housing includes a body having a first end and an opposite second end, a port at the first end of the body, an opening at the second end of the body; and a boot coupled with the port. The boot and the port are configured to receive a fiber optic cable containing at least one optical fiber and to permit the at least one optical fiber to pass through the body from the first end to the second end. The opening is configured to receive the at least one optical fiber and to permit the at least one optical fiber to pass through the opening and exit the body. 1. An optical fiber interface housing comprising:a body having a first end and an opposite second end;a port at the first end of the body;an opening at the second end of the body; anda boot coupled with the port;wherein the boot and the port are configured to receive a fiber optic cable containing at least one optical fiber and to permit the at least one optical fiber to pass through the body from the first end to the second end; andwherein the opening is configured to receive the at least one optical fiber and to permit the at least one optical fiber to pass through the opening and exit the body.2. The optical fiber interface housing of claim 1 , further comprising a furcation cable coupled with the boot;wherein the furcation cable is configured to receive the optical fiber and to permit the optical fiber to pass therethrough to the port.4. The optical fiber interface housing of claim 1 , wherein the fiber optic cable is a multi-fiber cable containing a plurality of optical fibers.5. The optical fiber interface housing of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of optical fibers of the multi-fiber cable are broken out of the fiber optic cable in the body and pass separately through the opening at the second end of the body.6. The optical fiber interface housing of claim 4 , further comprising a second opening at the second end of the body;wherein the plurality of optical fibers of the multi-fiber ...

OPTICAL CONNECTION BOX

An optical connection box includes, a plurality of first optical connectors to which a plurality of first optical paths are respectively connected, a plurality of second optical connectors that respectively include an operation unit protruding from a peripheral edge side position further from a position of the plurality of first optical connectors on a first surface of the optical connection box, and that are respectively connected to a plurality of receptacle optical connectors which are disposed in the plurality of second optical paths, a plurality of relay optical fibers in which any one of the plurality of first optical connectors is disposed in the first terminal and any one of the plurality of second optical connectors is disposed in the second terminal, and a fitting structure with respect to a substrate in which the receptacle optical connectors are disposed. 1. An optical connection box that connects a plurality of first optical paths which are included in a first terminal to a plurality of second optical paths which are included in a second terminal , the optical connection box comprising:a plurality of first optical connectors to which the plurality of first optical paths are respectively connected;a plurality of second optical connectors that respectively comprise an operation unit protruding from a peripheral edge side position further from a position of the plurality of first optical connectors on a first surface of the optical connection box, and that are respectively connected to a plurality of receptacle optical connectors which are disposed in the plurality of second optical paths;a plurality of relay optical fibers in which any one of the plurality of first optical connectors is disposed in the first terminal and any one of the plurality of second optical connectors is disposed in the second terminal; anda fitting structure with respect to a substrate in which the receptacle optical connectors are disposed.2. The optical connection box according ...

INDEXING TERMINAL ARRANGEMENT

An indexing terminal arrangement includes a terminal housing that receives an input cable; an optical power splitter disposed within the interior of the terminal housing; a first multi-fiber optical adapter coupled to the terminal housing; a first single-fiber optical adapter coupled to the terminal housing; and a pass-through multi-fiber optical adapter coupled to the terminal housing. Split optical signals are provided to the first multi-fiber optical adapter and the first single-fiber optical adapter. Unsplit and indexed optical signals are provided to the pass-through optical adapter. 1. An indexing terminal arrangement comprising:a terminal housing defining an interior, the terminal housing being configured to receive an input cable having multiple optical fibers;an optical power splitter disposed within the interior of the terminal housing, the optical power splitter being configured to optically couple to one of the optical fibers of the input cable, the optical power splitter being configured to split optical signals carried by the optical fiber of the input cable onto a plurality of splitter pigtails;a first multi-fiber optical adapter coupled to the terminal housing, the first multi-fiber optical adapter defining an interior port accessible from within the interior of the terminal housing, and the first multi-fiber optical adapter defining an exterior port accessible from the exterior of the terminal housing, wherein a plurality of the splitter pigtails are optically coupled to the interior port of the first multi-fiber optical adapter;a first single-fiber optical adapter coupled to the terminal housing, the first single-fiber optical adapter defining an interior port accessible from within the interior of the terminal housing, and the first single-fiber optical adapter defining an exterior port accessible from an exterior of the terminal housing, wherein another of the splitter pigtails is optically coupled to the interior port of the first single-fiber ...

FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR INTERFACE

A connector panel allowing the use of different connector ports in proximity to each other is disclosed. The connector panel has a first type of connector port, such as an optical connector port. An articulated assembly is located adjacent the first type of connector port, and includes a second type of connector port. The articulated assembly may be swung out from the connector panel, thereby allowing for a connector to be inserted or removed from the second type of connector port without interference from the first type of connector port. 1. A network device , comprising:a casing;a connector panel on one end of the casing, the connector panel having a first connector port; andan articulated assembly in proximity to the first connector port, the articulated assembly having a second connector port, wherein the articulated assembly is operable to swing between a first position flush with the connector panel and a second position away from the connector panel, wherein the first and second connector ports are different types of connector ports for receiving different types of mating connectors.2. The network device of claim 1 , wherein the first and second connector ports are different types of connector ports for receiving different types of mating connectors.3. The network device of claim 1 , wherein the first connector port is an optical connector port claim 1 , and wherein the second connector port is a wired connector port.4. The network device of claim 1 , wherein the second connector port includes a slot to receive a latch of a mating connector.5. The network device of claim 4 , wherein the mating connector is an RJ-45 connector.6. The network device of claim 1 , further comprising a locking assembly having a locked position holding the articulated assembly in the first position claim 1 , and an open position releasing the articulated assembly.7. The network device of claim 1 , wherein a third connector port is located on the control panel or the articulated ...

Modular Fiber Optic Cabling Infrastructure System

A modular fiber optic cabling infrastructure system for use in combination with fiber optic cabling, connecting hardware and at least one corresponding transitionary device includes a chassis enclosure surrounding a cavity and forming a plurality of orifices for supporting incoming and exiting fiber optic cabling connections; a plurality of unique integration plates each being sized and configured for selective attachment to at least one of the plurality of orifices and each including a top surface and a bottom surface, the bottom surface of each of the plurality of unique integration plates forming an o-ring groove along a perimeter zone of the bottom surface, and wherein each of the plurality of unique integration plates is structured and disposed for supporting a corresponding style of connecting hardware; an o-ring sized for congruent receipt within the o-ring groove; and wherein each of the plurality of unique integration plates is selectively interchangeable.

FIBER MANAGEMENT TRAY FOR DROP TERMINAL

A management tray is disposed inside a drop terminal to organize and guide optical fibers. The management tray may define an anchor station, connector storage stations, a splice retention station, a fallout station, and/or a splitter retention station. 110.-. (canceled)11. A drop terminal comprising:a housing defining an interior, the housing having an input and a plurality of output ports; anda tray configured to be disposed within the interior of the housing, the tray including a tray body that extends substantially a length of the housing and substantially a width of the housing, the tray body defining a plurality of apertures providing access to the output ports of the housing, the tray body including fiber management guides to route the optical fibers of the optical cable about the tray, the tray body also including a storage arrangement configured to retain one or more optical connectors at the tray body.12. The drop terminal of claim 11 , wherein the storage arrangement separately retains each of the optical connectors.13. The drop terminal of claim 11 , wherein the storage arrangement retains the optical connectors at storage positions adjacent the apertures.14. The drop terminal of claim 13 , wherein the tray body defines rows of the apertures; and wherein each row has a plurality of the storage positions.15. The drop terminal of claim 11 , wherein each storage arrangement includes one or more connector holders.16. The drop terminal of claim 15 , wherein each connector holder is monolithically formed with the tray body.17. The drop terminal of claim 15 , wherein each connector holder includes rails and a stop member.18. The drop terminal of claim 11 , wherein the output ports of the housing are angled relative to the input; and wherein the apertures defined by the tray body are angled to align with the output ports.19. The drop terminal of claim 11 , wherein the tray body includes an input cable station.20. The drop terminal of claim 19 , wherein a cover ...

FIBER OPTIC PAYOUT ASSEMBLY INCLUDING CABLE SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure assembly includes a housing having an interior region and a bearing mount disposed in the interior region of the housing. A cable spool is connectedly engaged with the bearing mount such that the cable spool selectively rotates within the housing. A termination module disposed on the cable spool so that the termination module rotates in unison with the cable spool. A method of paying out a fiber optic cable from a fiber optic enclosure includes rotating a cable spool, which has a subscriber cable coiled around a spooling portion of the cable spool, about an axis of a housing of the fiber optic enclosure until a desired length of subscriber cable is paid out. A termination module is disposed on the cable spool. 1. A fiber optic assembly comprising:a wall mountable enclosure arrangement defining a front access opening;a cable spool mounted within the enclosure arrangement so that the cable spool rotates relative to the enclosure arrangement about an axis, the cable spool having a spooling portion, a first end facing the front access opening, and a second end facing away from the front access opening;a cable management structure disposed at the first end of the cable spool, the cable management structure defining a cable routing path and providing fiber bend radius protection; anda fiber optic cable wrapped around the spooling portion of the cable spool, the fiber optic cable having an optical fiber having a connectorized end, the connectorized end being held at the first end of the cable spool to rotate in unison with the cable spool relative to the enclosure arrangement when the fiber optic cable is paid out from the cable spool;a fiber optic adapter for receiving the connectorized end of the optical fiber; anda front cover for selectively covering the front access opening, the front access opening being defined at least in part by opposite sidewalls, the front cover engaging the sidewalls and extending directly in front of the fiber optic ...

FIBER OPTIC PAYOUT ASSEMBLY INCLUDING CABLE SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure assembly includes a housing having an interior region and a bearing mount disposed in the interior region of the housing. A cable spool is connectedly engaged with the bearing mount such that the cable spool selectively rotates within the housing. A termination module disposed on the cable spool so that the termination module rotates in unison with the cable spool. A method of paying out a fiber optic cable from a fiber optic enclosure includes rotating a cable spool, which has a subscriber cable coiled around a spooling portion of the cable spool, about an axis of a housing of the fiber optic enclosure until a desired length of subscriber cable is paid out. A termination module is disposed on the cable spool. 1. A fiber optic payout assembly comprising:a base and sidewalls that project forwardly from the base;a cable spooling device positioned in front of the base, the cable spooling device being mounted to rotate about an axis relative to the base and the sidewalls, the sidewalls being positioned on opposite sides of the cable spooling device, the axis extending in a rear-to-front orientation, the cable spooling device including a flange oriented perpendicular relative to the axis, the cable spooling device including a spooling portion positioned behind the flange, and the flange including a front face defining a front axial end of the cable spooling device;a plurality of fiber optic adapters mounted at the front axial end of the cable spooling device, the plurality of fiber optic adapters being mounted to rotate in unison with the cable spooling device when the cable spooling device is rotated about the axis;a fiber optic cable coiled about the spooling portion, the fiber optic cable including a plurality of optical fibers having connectorized end portions routed to the plurality of fiber optic adapters, wherein the cable spooling device is adapted to rotate about the axis to allow the fiber optic cable to be paid out from the spooling ...

Breakout enclosure for transitioning from trunk cable to jumper cable

An assembly for breaking out a trunk cable includes: a base having a generally flat surface adapted for mounting to a mounting surface; a shell having a front wall, two side walls extending from opposite sides of the front wall, and two opposed end walls, the side walls of the shell mounted to the base to form a cavity; a plurality of connectors mounted to each of the side walls; a trunk cable routed into the cavity through one of the end walls, the trunk cable comprising a plurality of power conductors; and at least one bus bar mounted to the shell Within the cavity, at least one of the power conductors and at least one of the connectors in electrical connection with the bus bar.

System for Mounting a Plurality of Fiber Optic Cassettes to a High Density Cassette Shelf

A system for mounting a plurality of fiber optic cassettes includes an enclosure and angle-iron-shaped elongated members that are affixed within the enclosure and vertically spaced apart. The elongated members include shelf fastener perforations disposed at regular intervals along a mounting surface and arranged to horizontally and vertically align with fastener perforations of one of the fiber optic cassettes. The system further includes a plurality of adapter brackets. Each of the adapter brackets include first and second generally planar sections spaced apart from one another and a third section joining the first and second sections. The third section includes a bracket fastener perforation. First, second and third stabilization features protrude from the first and second planar sections and are collectively arranged to secure the adapter bracket to one of the elongated members and to simultaneously allow the adapter bracket to move in a horizontal direction without substantial resistance. 1. A system for mounting a plurality of fiber optic cassettes , the system comprising:an enclosure dimensioned to contain the plurality of fiber optic cassettes in a horizontal array;first and second angle-iron-shaped elongated members affixed within the enclosure, each of the first and second elongated members comprising a first elongated section having a substantially flat first mounting surface with an array of shelf fastener perforations disposed at regular intervals along the mounting surface, each shelf fastener perforation being dimensioned to receive a cassette fastener for affixing a fiber optic cassette against the mounting surface, and a second elongated section that is perpendicular to the first elongated section, wherein the first and second elongated members are arranged so that fiber optic cassettes may secured to the first and second elongated members, using corresponding shelf fastener perforations; and first and second generally planar sections spaced apart ...

Mechanical cable entry port

An advanced port entry device for a telecommunication enclosure is described. The port entry device comprises a sealing body having an internal passageway extending from a first end of the sealing body to a second end of the sealing body that is configured to sealingly engage with a port of the telecommunication enclosure, wherein the sealing body has an internal, and a tray member extending from the first end of the sealing body wherein the tray member is configured to pass through the port so that it resides within the protected interior space of the telecommunication enclosure when the port entry device is installed.

Optical Connection Terminals for Fiber Optic Communications Networks

An optical connection terminal for a fiber optic communications network includes a base, the base comprising an exterior wall. The terminal further includes a cover connected to the base, wherein an interior cavity is defined between the base and the cover. The cover includes a bottom panel, a first end wall, a second opposing end wall, a first sidewall, and a second opposing sidewall, wherein the bottom panel extends between the first end wall and opposing second end wall and between the first side wall and second opposing sidewall. The terminal further includes an exterior channel defined in the bottom panel, and a stub cable port defined in the bottom panel within the exterior channel of the cover. The terminal further includes a plurality of connector ports defined in the exterior wall of the base. 120-. (canceled)21. An optical connection terminal for a fiber optic communications network , the terminal comprising:a base, the base comprising an exterior wall;a cover connected to the base, wherein an interior cavity is defined between the base and the cover, the cover comprising a bottom panel;an exterior channel defined in the bottom panel;a stub cable port defined in the bottom panel within the exterior channel; anda stub cable connector, the stub cable connector comprising a main body and a connector body, the stub cable connector positionable such that the main body is within the exterior channel and the connector body extends through the stub cable port into the interior cavity, wherein a longitudinal axis of the connector body is perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the main body.22. The optical connection terminal of claim 21 , wherein the connector body is threaded.23. The optical connection terminal of claim 22 , further comprising a threaded nut claim 22 , the threaded nut positionable within the interior cavity and threadably engageable to the connector body.24. The optical connection terminal of claim 21 , wherein the main body defines an interior ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DISTRIBUTING FIBER OPTIC TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES TO LOCAL AREA

A fiber optic drop terminal assembly includes a housing, a spool and a fiber optic distribution cable. The housing has a first exterior surface and an oppositely disposed second exterior surface. A plurality of ruggedized adapters is mounted on the first exterior surface of the housing. The ruggedized adapters include a first port accessible from outside the housing and a second port accessible from inside the housing. The spool is engaged with the second exterior surface and includes a drum portion. The fiber distribution cable is coiled around the drum portion. The distribution cable includes a first end and an oppositely disposed second end. The second end is disposed inside the housing. 1. (canceled)2. A fiber optic cable spooling system comprising:a first spool including a first core and first and second radial flanges that are axially spaced apart along the first core, the first core having an exterior surface;a second spool including a second core and front and back radial flanges that are axially spaced apart along the second core of the second spool, the front radial flange of the second spool being secured to the second radial flange of the first spool, the first spool having a diameter that is substantially larger than a diameter of the second spool;a terminal device mounted on the back radial flange of the second spool, the terminal device including an environmentally sealed terminal housing that defines an enclosed interior, the terminal device also including a plurality of ruggedized fiber optic adapters carried with the terminal housing, each one of the plurality of ruggedized fiber optic adapters including an exterior adapter port accessible from outside the terminal housing for receiving a ruggedized fiber optic connector and an interior adapter port inside the terminal housing, the terminal housing including a front housing piece and a rear housing piece, the front housing piece of the terminal housing defining a plurality of openings at which the ...

OPTICAL MODULE

An optical module includes: a housing including an optical port in one of side surfaces opposite each other and an electric port in the other; an optical fiber disposed inside the housing and connected to the optical port; and an optical subassembly disposed inside the housing, optically connected to the optical fiber, and electrically connected to the electric port. The optical fiber is disposed so as to wind around the optical subassembly at least one turns in a plan view. 1. An optical module comprising:a housing including an optical port in one of side surfaces opposite each other and an electric port in the other;an optical fiber disposed inside the housing and optically connected to the optical port; andan optical subassembly disposed inside the housing, optically connected to the optical fiber, and electrically connected to the electric port, whereinthe optical fiber is disposed so as to wind around the optical subassembly at least one turns in a plan view.2. The optical module according to claim 1 , whereinthe optical fiber is disposed, in the plan view, between a first inner wall of the housing extending in a longitudinal direction thereof and the optical subassembly and between a second inner wall of the housing opposite the first inner wall and the optical subassembly.3. The optical module according to claim 2 , whereinthe optical fiber includes a splice section, andthe splice section is disposed along at least one of the first inner wall and the second inner wall.4. The optical module according to claim 1 , further comprising one or a plurality of boards disposed inside the housing and electrically connected with the optical subassembly and a control circuit that controls the optical subassembly claim 1 , whereinthe optical fiber is disposed so as to wind around the control circuit at least one turns in the plan view.5. The optical module according to claim 4 , further comprising a tray disposed inside the housing and having an external shape along an ...

WALL BOX ADAPTED TO BE MOUNTED AT A MID-SPAN ACCESS LOCATION OF A TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLE

A wall box includes an enclosure having a base and a cover connected to the base. The base and the cover enclose an interior region. The wall box further includes a plurality of fiber optic adapters mounted to the enclosure. The fiber optic adapters include an inner port positioned inside the interior region and an outer port positioned at an outer surface of the enclosure. A tray stack is mounted within the interior region. The tray stack includes a tray mount pivotally connected to the enclosure. The tray mount includes a top surface and an oppositely disposed bottom surface. A first splice tray mounting area is disposed on the top surface and a second splice tray mounting area is disposed on the bottom surface. A plurality of trays is disposed in the first splice tray mounting area. A tray is disposed in the second splice tray mounting area. 1. A wall box comprising: a base;', 'a front cover connected to the base, wherein the base and the front cover cooperate to enclose an interior region of the enclosure;, 'an enclosure havinga plurality of fiber optic adapters mounted to the enclosure, wherein the fiber optic adapters include an inner port positioned inside the interior region and an outer port positioned at an outer surface of the enclosure; a tray mount pivotally connected to the enclosure, the tray mount including a top surface and an oppositely disposed bottom surface, wherein a first splice tray mounting area is disposed on the top surface and a second splice tray mounting area is disposed on the bottom surface;', 'a plurality of trays disposed in the first splice tray mounting area; and', 'a tray disposed in the second splice tray mounting area., 'a tray stack mounted within the interior region of the enclosure, the tray stack including2. The wall box of claim 1 , wherein the tray mount is pivotally connected to the front cover of the enclosure.3. The wall box of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of trays disposed in the first splice tray mounting ...

Methods and systems for distributing fiber optic telecommunications services to local area

A fiber optic drop terminal assembly includes a housing, a spool and a fiber optic distribution cable. The housing has a first exterior surface and an oppositely disposed second exterior surface. A plurality of ruggedized adapters is mounted on the first exterior surface of the housing. The ruggedized adapters include a first port accessible from outside the housing and a second port accessible from inside the housing. The spool is engaged with the second exterior surface and includes a drum portion. The fiber distribution cable is coiled around the drum portion. The distribution cable includes a first end and an oppositely disposed second end. The second end is disposed inside the housing.

OPTICAL BRANCHING AND TERMINATION BOX

The box comprises a base () hinging a lid () and a tray () carrying fiber splicing and splitting means (AF, EF) and output adapters (AS). A side opening () of the base () is closed by a sealing bung 1101112122122221040414240104112102013121030314042454545453031401045505145455145205020224520aaaabcbbab. Optical termination and drop box , comprising: a base () having a bottom wall () and a front edge () defined by peripheral walls (); a lid ( ) having a top wall () and a back edge () defined by peripheral walls () and being movable between a closed position , seated and locked against the base () , and an open position; and a tray () hinged to the base and having a rear face () carrying means for accommodating fiber extensions (FA) and fiber splicing and splitting (SF) means (“splitters”) , and a front face () carrying output adapters (AS) , connected to fiber extensions (EF) and to their respective connectors (C) of a terminating cable (CT) , the tray () being angularly displaceable between a first position , with its rear face seated on the base () , and a second position with its rear face () exposed to the installer , being the box characterized by the fact that a peripheral wall () of the base () , not articulated to the lid () , is provided with a single lateral opening () , defining a lowered extension of the anterior edge () of the base () and having its cross section , not occupied by an optical cable (CO) , closed by a sealing bung () in elastomer and presenting a lowered anterior region () , the tray () incorporates , on its front face () and in one piece , a lateral anchoring element () , in the shape of a groove , having anterior edges () provided with anchoring cutouts () and posterior edges () seated on the sealing bung () , inside the lowered anterior region () , when the tray () is taken to the first seated position on the base () , the side anchoring element () receiving the fit of a sealing element () , made of elastomer and provided with anterior ...

System and method for providing final drop in a living unit in a building

A cable routing system is described. More specifically, described is a cable routing system that includes a main fiber channel configured to receive a drop fiber to allow it to fit within the main fiber channel, where the channel is surrounded by a discontinuous segmented duct, and the duct comprises a continuous flange structure to provide support for the system as it is installed on or fastened to a wall or other generally flat surface.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DISTRIBUTING FIBER OPTIC TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES TO LOCAL AREA

A fiber optic drop terminal assembly includes a housing, a spool and a fiber optic distribution cable. The housing has a first exterior surface and an oppositely disposed second exterior surface. A plurality of ruggedized adapters is mounted on the first exterior surface of the housing. The ruggedized adapters include a first port accessible from outside the housing and a second port accessible from inside the housing. The spool is engaged with the second exterior surface and includes a drum portion. The fiber distribution cable is coiled around the drum portion. The distribution cable includes a first end and an oppositely disposed second end. The second end is disposed inside the housing. 1. (canceled)2. A fiber optic cable assembly comprising:a spool including a plurality of axially spaced-apart flanges that respectively define first and second discrete cable storage locations, the first and second discrete cable storage locations being coaxially aligned, the first discrete cable storage location having a larger cable storage capacity than the second discrete cable storage location;a multi-fiber fiber optic cable coiled within the first and second discrete cable storage locations; andan environmentally sealed breakout enclosure mounted adjacent one end of the multi-fiber fiber optic cable with a plurality of optical fibers of the multi-fiber fiber optic cable broken out therein, the plurality of broken out optical fibers being coupled to ruggedized fiber optic connection interfaces.3. The fiber optic cable assembly of claim 2 , wherein the ruggedized fiber optic connection interfaces include twist-to-lock coupling interfaces.4. The fiber optic cable assembly of claim 3 , wherein the twist-to-lock coupling interfaces include threads.5. The fiber optic cable assembly of claim 2 , wherein the enclosure mounts on the spool and rotates in unison with the spool as the multi-fiber fiber optic cable is dispensed from the spool.6. The fiber optic cable assembly of claim 2 ...

Enclosure with restricted access region

A re-enterable enclosure has a cover arrangement removably disposed within the interior between a rear wall and an access opening to separate the interior into a restricted access region and an unrestricted access region. The cover arrangement extends over the restricted access region to inhibit access to the restricted access region from the access opening. First and second entrances to the restricted access region are provided from the unrestricted access region. The second entrance is different from the first entrance. In some implementations, a termination field is provided at a first side of the restricted access region and a splice tray is provided at a second side of the restricted access region.

FIBER OPTIC TERMINAL ENCLOSURE

A terminal enclosure with a terminal base with a hole; a terminal lid with an adapter mounting face and a mounting hole in the mounting face; a right angle transition body with first and second ends; an adapter which passes through the mounting hole and is mounted to the mounting face; and a fiber optic cable, attached to the second end of the right angle transition body, with an optical fiber with a connector at one end. The mounting face is formed at an angle α, between 0 and 180 degrees, front a plane framed where the terminal lid and base meet. The optical fiber connector is connected to the adapter. The first end of the right angle transition body passes through the terminal base hole. The terminal base and terminal lid are configured to be attached together. 110-. (canceled)11. A terminal enclosure , comprising:a terminal base defining a hole;a terminal lid connected to the base;a plurality of fiber optic adapters mounted to the terminal lid; anda transition body extending between a first end and a second end, the first end extending along a direction different from the second end,wherein the first end extends through the hole, andwherein the transition body does not extend beyond a plane formed by the bottom of the terminal base.12. The terminal enclosure of claim wherein the transition body is a right-angle transition body.13. The terminal enclosure of claim 11 , wherein the terminal lid comprises a plurality of adapter mounting faces claim 11 , each of the plurality of adapter mounting faces defining a mounting hole claim 11 , and wherein each of the plurality of fiber optic adapters is mounted to one of the plurality of adapter mounting faces.14. The terminal enclosure of claim 13 , wherein each of the plurality of adapter mounting faces is formed at an angle between 0 and 180 degrees from a plane formed where the terminal lid the terminal base connect.15. The terminal enclosure of claim 14 , wherein the angle is 45 degrees.16. The terminal enclosure of ...

HEAT DISSIPATION ENCLOSURE

Disclosed herein is an enclosure including a housing for dissipating heat from first and second heat generating components located on first and second circuit boards, respectively. In the enclosure, a first heat sink plate and a second heat sink plate are spring biased apart from one another. A maximum spring biasing distance between the first heat sink plate and the second heat sink plate is greater than a distance between the interior side of the front wall and the interior side of the back wall of the housing. 1. An enclosure , comprising:a housing having a front wall having an interior side and an exterior side and a back wall having an interior side and an exterior side;a first assembly and a second assembly, the first assembly comprising a first circuit board and a first heat sink plate, the second assembly comprising a second circuit board and a second heat sink plate, the first circuit board having a first side and a second side, the second circuit board having a first side and a second side, the first side of the first circuit board facing the first side of the second circuit board and the second side of the first circuit board opposing the first side of the first circuit board, and the second side of the second circuit board opposing the first side of the second circuit board;first heat generating electrical components on the second side of the first circuit board, the first heat generating components contacting the first heat sink plate;second heat generating electrical components on the second side of the second circuit board, the second heat generating components contacting the second heat sink plate; anda fastening arrangement securing the two assemblies together,wherein the first heat sink plate and the second heat sink plate are spring biased apart from one another and a maximum spring biasing distance between the first heat sink plate and the second heat sink plate is greater than a distance between the interior side of the front wall and the ...

INTERCHANGEABLE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENCLOSURE COMPONENTS

Aspects of the present disclosure relate to selectable and interchangeable covers, frames, and lids for a plurality of different telecommunications module frames. The selectable covers can vary, for example, with respect to size, shape, and number arrangement, and configuration of ports to provide for different selectable combinations of module assemblies. 127-. (canceled)28. A telecommunications enclosure system , comprising:a frame including a top, a bottom, a front, a back, and opposing sides which together define: an interior volume, an opening at the top of the frame, a port at the back of the frame configured to receive a non-connectorized portion of a cable, and additional openings;a first cover covering one of the additional openings, the first cover including at least one port for receiving one or more connectorizing elements of one or more optical fibers;a second cover covering the other of the additional openings, the second cover including at least one port for receiving one or more connectorizing elements of one or more optical fibers; anda lid defining a lid interior volume and ports for receiving connectorizing elements of one or more optical fibers, the lid closing the opening in the top of the frame and thereby extending the interior volume of the frame according to the lid interior volume.29. The telecommunications enclosure system of claim 28 , wherein the lid includes plugs adapted to removably plug the ports of the lid.30. The telecommunications enclosure system of claim 28 , including one or more optical elements disposed within the interior volume that provide for one or more of: optical fiber indexing claim 28 , optical signal splitting claim 28 , and/or optical fiber splicing capabilities.31. The telecommunications enclosure system of claim 28 , wherein one or more of the ports is adapted to receive a ruggedized multi-fiber connector.32. The telecommunications enclosure system of claim 28 , wherein the lid includes a first cable seal.33. The ...

SPLITTER MODULE AND ENCLOSURE FOR USE THEREIN

An optical splitter module () can be carried on a cover () of an enclosure () between a contoured surface () and a row of optical adapters (). Output pigtails () from the splitter module () are routed to the optical adapters (). In certain examples, a significantly longer input fiber () is routed from the splitter module () to a splice region () at a base () of the enclosure (). Certain types of splitter modules () are mounted to the cover () at an angle relative to an insertion axis for a feeder cable (). A certain type of splitter module () curves about a minor axis (A) so that one major surface () has a concave curvature and another major surface () has a convex curvature. 1. (canceled)2. An enclosure comprising:a base having a rear and a front, the rear being configured to mount to a surface, the front defining a splice tray mounting region; anda cover coupled to the base to move between a closed position and an open position, the cover extending across the front of the base when the cover is disposed in the closed position, the cover providing access to the front of the base when in the open position, the cover including a sidewall extending rearwardly from a front wall to define an interior accessible through an open rear of the cover, the front wall defining a plurality of apertures disposed in a row, each of the apertures being sized to receive a ruggedized optical adapter, the cover also defining a splitter mounting region at which splitter mounting members are disposed, the splitter mounting region being disposed within the interior of the cover between the front wall and the row of apertures.3. The enclosure of claim 2 , wherein the cover cooperates with the base to define a cable sealing region.4. The enclosure of claim 3 , wherein the front wall includes a step angled at least partially towards the cable sealing region claim 3 , the row of apertures being defined at the step.5. The enclosure of claim 2 , wherein the splitter mounting members are ...

FIBER TO THE ANTENNA

A cell site includes a tower, a multi-service terminal mounted to the tower and a base transceiver station in communication with the multi-service terminal. The multi-service terminal includes a housing and a plurality of adapters mounted to the housing. Each of the adapters includes an outer port accessible from outside the housing and an inner port accessible from inside the housing. 1. (canceled)2. A method of cabling a cell tower , the method comprising:paying out at least a portion of a cable assembly from a spool arrangement having a first spool portion and a second spool portion, the spool arrangement extending along a rotation axis between opposite first and second axial ends, the first spool portion extending along the rotation axis between first and second flanges with the first flange defining the first axial end of the spool arrangement, the second spool portion being aligned along the rotation axis with the first spool portion, the second spool portion including a third flange at an opposite side of the second spool portion from the first spool portion, the third flange defining the second axial end of the spool arrangement; androuting the cable assembly along the tower so that a breakout end of the cable assembly is disposed at a top of the cell tower and an opposite second end of the cable assembly is disposed at ground level, the breakout end of the cable assembly being received at an interior of an environmentally sealed terminal.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the terminal mounts to the second spool portion of the spool arrangement.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising removing the first spool portion when the cable assembly has been paid out from the spool arrangement.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the second spool portion remains attached to the terminal after the first spool portion has been removed.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the terminal rotates in unison with the second spool portion when the cable assembly is paid out ...

Stackable Splitters

Examples of optical splitter systems, methods and modules enable the stacking and interconnecting of one or more optical splitter modules. One example of a splitter module has a housing and one or more connection members for connecting to adjacent instances of like splitter modules. The housing includes a plurality of cable ports providing access to an optical splitter storage area. Each connection member includes a tab and a slot, the tab configured to slidingly engage with the slot of an adjacent connection member. Sliding engagement of adjacent instances of splitter modules can form a stack of splitter modules along a stacking axis. In some cases a splitter module includes a latching mechanism to removably engage an adjacent splitter module. The latching mechanism can restrict sliding engagement and thus decoupling of the adjacent splitter modules. 1. A cable splitter module , comprising: an optical splitter storage area,', 'a plurality of cable ports providing access to the optical splitter storage area for a plurality of optical fiber cables,', 'a first end wall at a first end of the housing,', 'a second end wall at a second end of the housing opposite the first end of the housing,', 'a first side wall at a first side of the housing, and', 'a second side wall at a second side of the housing opposite the first side of the housing; and, 'a housing having a length extending along a longitudinal axis of the housing, a width extending transverse to the longitudinal axis along a width axis, and a stacking axis that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and to the width axis, the housing comprising'} a rigid wall member having a first end and a second end, the second end comprising a tab projecting from the wall member, and', 'a slot extending substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the housing;, 'a connection member at the first side of the housing, the connection member comprising'}wherein the connection member is configured to connect to an adjacent ...

FIBER OPTIC CABLE DEPLOYMENT ASSEMBLIES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

An assembly for deploying fiber optic cable includes a housing defining a cavity and comprising a wall. The wall defines an opening allowing a fiber optic cable to pass. The assembly also includes a spool configured to store a portion of the fiber optic cable. The spool is rotatably coupled to the housing within the cavity of the housing. The assembly also includes a component module releasably coupled to the housing and comprising an adapter configured to optically couple the fiber optic cable to another fiber optic cable. 1. An assembly for deploying fiber optic cable , the assembly comprising:a housing defining a cavity and comprising a wall, the wall defining an opening for allowing a first portion of a fiber optic cable to pass therethrough;a spool storing a second portion of the fiber optic cable and rotatably coupled to the housing within the cavity of the housing; anda component module releasably coupled to the housing and comprising an adapter configured to optically couple the fiber optic cable to another fiber optic cable.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the fiber optic cable stored on the spool comprises a pre-terminated fiber connector configured to be optically coupled to the adapter.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the pre-terminated fiber connector is configured to be releasably and optically coupled to the adapter.4. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the spool comprises a connector holder configured to releasably couple the pre-terminated fiber connector to the spool claim 2 , and wherein the connector holder is configured to be releasably coupled to a panel of the spool.5. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a fan out separating fibers of the fiber optic cable and coupled to the spool.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the spool comprises a retaining structure configured to releasably couple the fan out to the spool.7. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the spool is positioned between the component module and the housing such that ...

FIBER OPTIC TRAY SYSTEMS

A fiber optic tray system includes a tray. The tray includes a tray body, the tray body extending along a longitudinal axis between a front and a rear and extending along a lateral axis between a first side and a second side. The tray further includes a plurality of alignment rails, each of the plurality of alignment rails protruding from the tray body along a transverse axis. The tray further includes a plurality of retainer features disposed at the rear of the tray body. The fiber optic tray system further includes a fiber optic module, the fiber optic module including an outer housing and at least one retainment feature. The at least one retainment feature is interfaced with at least one of the plurality of retainer features to retain the fiber optic module on the tray. 1. A fiber optic tray system defining a mutually orthogonal coordinate system having a longitudinal axis , a lateral axis , and a transverse axis , the fiber optic tray system comprising: a tray body, the tray body extending along the longitudinal axis between a front and a rear and extending along the lateral axis between a first side and a second side;', 'a plurality of alignment rails, each of the plurality of alignment rails protruding from the tray body along the transverse axis; and', 'a plurality of retainer features disposed at the rear of the tray body; and, 'a tray, the tray comprisinga fiber optic module, the fiber optic module comprising an outer housing and at least one retainment feature, wherein the at least one retainment feature is interfaced with at least one of the plurality of retainer features to retain the fiber optic module on the tray.2. The fiber optic tray system of claim 1 , wherein the fiber optic module further comprises at least one alignment channel defined in the outer housing claim 1 , wherein the at least one alignment channel is provided on at least one of the plurality of alignment rails to align the fiber optic module on the tray.3. The fiber optic tray system ...

Protective Cable or Duct Routing Enclosure

An enclosure includes a base and at least three members joined to the base, each member having inner and outer walls and extending upward from the base to form at least a first opening and a second opening along an outer surface formed by the outer walls of the members and an interior space bounded by the inner walls, where the first opening and the second opening are wide enough to accommodate one or more cables routed from the first opening to the second opening along the inner wall of the member positioned between the first opening and the second opening, and where the inner wall positioned between the first opening and the second opening has a radius of curvature that prevents a cable routed from the first opening to the second opening along the inner wall from bending beyond a minimum bend radius. 1. An apparatus comprising:a rigid base; andat least three rigid members joined to the rigid base, wherein each rigid member has an inner wall and an outer wall, wherein the at least three rigid members extend upward from the rigid base to form at least a first opening and a second opening along an outer surface formed by the outer walls of the rigid members of the apparatus and an interior space bounded by the inner walls of the at least three rigid members, wherein the first opening and the second opening each have a width sufficient to accommodate an underground conduit enclosing at least a portion of at least one cable routed from the first opening through the interior space to the second opening along the inner wall of the rigid member positioned between the first opening and the second opening, and wherein the inner wall of the rigid member positioned between the first opening and the second opening has a radius of curvature at least ten times greater than the width of the first opening or the width of the second opening.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a removable rigid lid configured to cover the interior space and rest on top of at least a ...

Fiber optic enclosure with internal cable spool

A fiber optic enclosure assembly includes a housing having an interior region and a bearing mount disposed in the interior region of the housing. A cable spool is connectedly engaged with the bearing mount such that the cable spool selectively rotates within the housing. A termination module disposed on the cable spool so that the termination module rotates in unison with the cable spool. A method of paying out a fiber optic cable from a fiber optic enclosure includes rotating a cable spool, which has a subscriber cable coiled around a spooling portion of the cable spool, about an axis of a housing of the fiber optic enclosure until a desired length of subscriber cable is paid out. A termination module is disposed on the cable spool.

WALL BOX ADAPTED TO BE MOUNTED AT A MID-SPAN ACCESS LOCATION OF A TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLE

A wall box includes an enclosure having a base and a cover connected to the base. The base and the cover enclose an interior region. The wall box further includes a plurality of fiber optic adapters mounted to the enclosure. The fiber optic adapters include an inner port positioned inside the interior region and an outer port positioned at an outer surface of the enclosure. A tray stack is mounted within the interior region. The tray stack includes a tray mount pivotally connected to the enclosure. The tray mount includes a top surface and an oppositely disposed bottom surface. A first splice tray mounting area is disposed on the top surface and a second splice tray mounting area is disposed on the bottom surface. A plurality of trays is disposed in the first splice tray mounting area. A tray is disposed in the second splice tray mounting area. 1. An enclosure comprising:a base;a cover pivotally connected to the base, wherein the base and the cover cooperate to enclose an interior region of the enclosure;a hinge assembly for pivotally connecting the cover to the base, the hinge assembly including at least one pin member and a plurality of hinge portions, each hinge portion having a free end including a hook portion defining an opening that is adapted to selectively receive the at least one pin member, the hook portions defining gaps between adjacent hook portions;a retention member adapted to retain the pin member in the opening of the hinge portion, the retention member being a resilient member having a first end portion and an oppositely disposed second end portion that selectively flexes about the first end portion, wherein the second end portion blocks at least a portion of the opening in a relaxed position to retain the pin member in the opening, wherein the second end portion of the retention member is generally aligned with a gap defined between two adjacent hook portions.2. An enclosure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the hinge portions are portion is ...

COMMUNICATIONS MODULE HOUSING

A communications module housing includes an enclosure defining an opening, and a tray movably positioned within the enclosure. The tray includes a base, and a front rail positioned on the base, the front rail including a plurality of first mounts. The tray further includes a platform positioned on the base, the platform including a plurality of second mounts. The tray further includes a rear rail positioned on the base, the rear rail including a plurality of third mounts. The first and second mounts correspond to mounting features of the first communications modules and the third mounts correspond to mounting features of the second communications modules. 119-. (canceled)20. A communications module housing defining a vertical axis , a lateral axis , and a transverse axis , the communications module housing comprising:an enclosure defining an opening, the enclosure comprising a top wall and a bottom wall spaced apart along the vertical axis, a first sidewall and a second sidewall spaced apart along the lateral axis, and a rear wall spaced apart from the opening along the transverse axis; a base;', 'a plurality of first mounts positioned on the base;', 'a plurality of second mounts positioned on the base and offset along the vertical axis from the plurality of first mounts;', 'a plurality of third mounts positioned on the base and offset along the transverse axis from the plurality of first mounts and the plurality of second mounts; and', 'a cable tie-off bracket positioned on the base, the cable tie-off bracket rotatable relative to the base between a first stored position and a second extended position., 'a tray positioned within the enclosure and movable along the transverse axis, the tray comprising21. The communications module housing of claim 20 , wherein the tray further comprises a front rail positioned on the base claim 20 , the front rail comprising the plurality of first mounts.22. The communications module housing of claim 20 , wherein the tray further ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DISTRIBUTING FIBER OPTIC TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES TO LOCAL AREA

A fiber optic drop terminal assembly includes a housing, a spool and a fiber optic distribution cable. The housing has a first exterior surface and an oppositely disposed second exterior surface. A plurality of ruggedized adapters is mounted on the first exterior surface of the housing. The ruggedized adapters include a first port accessible from outside the housing and a second port accessible from inside the housing. The spool is engaged with the second exterior surface and includes a drum portion. The fiber distribution cable is coiled around the drum portion. The distribution cable includes a first end and an oppositely disposed second end. The second end is disposed inside the housing. 1. (canceled)2. A fiber optic cable assembly comprising:a spooling system including a slack storage spool, the slack storage spool having first and second radial flanges and a core portion positioned axially between the first and second radial flanges, the first radial flange of the slack storage spool defining a cable transition slot, the cable transition slot having a closed end generally flush with an outer circumferential surface of the core portion and an open end located at an outer peripheral edge of the first radial flange;a removable ruggedized terminal carried on the slack storage spool, the ruggedized terminal including an environmentally sealed terminal housing that defines an enclosed interior, the ruggedized terminal also including a plurality of ruggedized fiber optic adapters carried with the terminal housing, each one of the plurality of ruggedized fiber optic adapters including an exterior adapter port accessible from outside the terminal housing and an interior adapter port inside the terminal housing; anda fiber optic cable routed from the ruggedized terminal and through the cable transition slot to the core portion of the slack storage spool, the fiber optic cable being arranged in a coil around the core portion of the slack storage spool and contained ...

FIBER OPTIC ENCLOSURE WITH INTERNAL CABLE SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure assembly includes a housing having an interior region and a bearing mount disposed in the interior region of the housing. A cable spool is connectedly engaged with the bearing mount such that the cable spool selectively rotates within the housing. A termination module disposed on the cable spool so that the termination module rotates in unison with the cable spool. A method of paying out a fiber optic cable from a fiber optic enclosure includes rotating a cable spool, which has a subscriber cable coiled around a spooling portion of the cable spool, about an axis of a housing of the fiber optic enclosure until a desired length of subscriber cable is paid out. A termination module is disposed on the cable spool. 1. (canceled)2. A fiber optic enclosure assembly comprising:a housing having an interior;a cable spool positioned within the interior of the housing, wherein the cable spool rotates about an axis relative to the housing to allow the first portion of the fiber optic cable to be paid out from the interior of the housing;a fiber optic cable wound around the cable spool, the fiber optic cable having a first end and a second end; anda fiber optic adapter mounted on the cable spool, the fiber optic adapter receiving the first end of the fiber optic cable, the fiber optic adapter being carried with the cable spool as the cable spool is rotated about the axis to allow the second end of the fiber optic cable to be paid out from the interior of the housing, the fiber optic adapter being configured to couple the first end of the fiber optic cable to a connectorized end of a subscriber optical fiber within the interior of the housing.3. The fiber optic enclosure assembly of claim 2 , wherein the fiber optic cable includes a plurality of optical fibers.4. The fiber optic enclosure assembly of claim 3 , wherein a plurality of fiber optic adapters are mounted to the cable spool; and wherein each of the optical fibers of the fiber optic cable has a ...

PRESSURE-BALANCED SUBSEA ENCLOSURE WITH ELASTOMERIC FILL MATERIAL

A pressure-balanced enclosure for subsea use, and in particular for use as a submersible junction box in which subsea cables can be joined. The apparatus maintains a balanced pressure within the termination chamber; it is field installable, testable, and repairable. The termination chamber is not oil-filled; instead, it is substantially filled with a solid particulate fill material which includes a portion of elastomeric material. 1. A pressure-balanced enclosure comprising:a sealed chamber having a pressure compensator adapted to compensate the pressure within the chamber to approximately the pressure outside of the enclosure,and, a fill material within the chamber, wherein the fill material comprises a solid particulate material, wherein a portion of the fill material includes an elastomeric material.2. The pressure-balanced enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the elastomeric material is powdered rubber.3. The pressure-balanced enclosure of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the particulate material comprises an inelastic material.4. The pressure-balanced enclosure of claim 3 , wherein the inelastic material is powdered glass fibers.5. The pressure-balanced enclosure of wherein the enclosure is a junction box.6. A pressure-balanced junction-box comprising:a housing having a first end for sealably receiving an end of a cable, and a second end;the housing having a chamber wall defining an internal chamber;the cable carrying at least one conductor, each conductor having an end extending into the internal chamber; anda fill material within the chamber, wherein the fill material comprises a solid particulate material, wherein a portion of the fill material includes an elastomeric material.7. The pressure-balanced junction box of claim 6 , wherein the at least one conductor is at least one optical fiber.8. The pressure-balanced junction box of claim 6 , wherein the at least one conductor is at least one electrical cable and at least one optical fiber. Embodiments of the ...

ELECTRIC FIELD DETECTION DEVICE AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

One aspect of the present technology relates to an optical electric field sensor device. The device includes a non-conductive housing configured to be located proximate to an electric field. A voltage sensor assembly is positioned within the housing and includes a crystal material positioned to receive an input light beam from a first light source through a first optical fiber. The crystal material is configured to exhibit a Pockels effect when an electric field is applied when the housing is located proximate to the electric field to provide an output light beam to a detector through a second optical fiber. An optical cable is coupled to the housing and configured to house at least a portion of the first optical fiber and the second optical fiber. The first light source and the detector are located remotely from the housing. A method of detecting an electric field is also disclosed. 1. An optical electric field sensor device comprising:a non-conductive housing configured to be located proximate to an electric field;a voltage sensor assembly positioned within the housing, the voltage sensor assembly comprising a crystal material positioned to receive an input light beam from a first light source through a first optical fiber, wherein the crystal material is configured to exhibit a Pockels effect when the electric field is applied through the crystal material when the housing is located proximate to the electric field to provide an output light beam to a detector through a second optical fiber; andan optical cable coupled to the housing and configured to house at least a portion of the first optical fiber and the second optical fiber, wherein the first light source and the detector are located remotely from the housing.2. The optical electric field sensor device of claim 1 , wherein the voltage sensor assembly provides a single continuous beam path between the light source claim 1 , through the crystal material claim 1 , and to the detector.3. The optical electric ...

MODULAR SYSTEM FOR DATACENTER SWITCH SYSTEMS AND ROUTERS

Networking systems and methods of assembly are described that provide a modular system that includes a main networking box and a detachable module. The main networking box and the detachable module are configured to be connected to each other on a datacenter rack via board-to-board connectors to provide the desired connections to the network, but can also be unlocked and detached from each other, such as to allow the main networking box to be replaced. In this way, the main networking box can be replaced in the field to provide a repair, or the detachable module can be replaced to provide a different connection type, without requiring the other component and/or its connections to be disturbed. 1. A networking system configured to be received by a datacenter rack , the networking system configured to allow conversion between optical signals and electrical signals , the networking system comprising: a printed circuit board assembly disposed within the main networking box, and', 'one or more board-to-board connectors disposed at an end of the main networking box; and, 'a main networking box comprising one or more connectors disposed at a first end of the detachable module and configured to receive an optical cable, wherein the optical cable is configured to transmit an optical signal, and', 'one or more board-to-board connectors disposed at a second end of the detachable module and configured to engage the board-to-board connectors of the main networking box to enable electrical signals to be transmitted between the detachable module and the printed circuit board assembly of the main networking box;, 'a detachable module comprisingwherein one of the main networking box and the detachable module further comprises a latching mechanism including a rotatably attached latching arm and the other of the main networking box and the detachable module further comprises an engagement member including a corresponding pin configured to be engaged by the latching mechanism such that ...

Backplate For An Optical Fiber Enclosure

An optical fiber enclosure has a housing having a mounting wall within a storage space. The enclosure also has a backplate attached to the mounting wall, the backplate having a mounting surface and a circumferential wall for receiving cable slack. The optical fiber enclosure also has a spindle attached to the mounting surface of the backplate, the spindle configured to connect to a cable spool configured to rotate relative to the spindle and the backplate to store optical fiber. 1. An optical fiber enclosure , comprising:a housing comprising a mounting wall within a storage space;a backplate attached to the mounting wall, the backplate comprising a mounting surface and a circumferential wall for receiving cable slack; anda spindle attached to the mounting surface of the backplate, the spindle configured to connect to a cable spool configured to rotate relative to the spindle and the backplate to store optical fiber.2. The optical fiber enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the backplate comprises a cylindrical base comprising the mounting surface and the circumferential wall.3. The optical fiber enclosure of claim 2 , wherein the backplate further comprises one or more accessory holders extending away from the cylindrical base.4. The optical fiber enclosure of claim 3 , wherein the one or more accessory holders comprise a sleeve holder and an adapter holder.5. The optical fiber enclosure of claim 3 , wherein the backplate further comprises a first accessory holder extending away from the cylindrical base at a first radial location and a second accessory holder extending away from the cylindrical base at a second radial location.6. The optical fiber enclosure of claim 5 , wherein the first radial location and the second radial location are separated from each other by 180 degrees.7. The optical fiber enclosure of claim 2 , wherein the backplate further comprises a plurality of protrusions extending from the cylindrical base claim 2 , the plurality of protrusions retaining a ...

FIBER TERMINATION ENCLOSURE WITH MODULAR PLATE ASSEMBLIES

Certain types of fiber termination enclosures include an enclosure and at least one of a plurality of plate module mounting assemblies. Example plate module mounting assemblies include a termination panel plate assembly; a splice tray plate assembly; a cable spool plate assembly; and a drop-in plate assembly. Example cable spool plate assemblies include a cable spool arrangement rotationally coupled to a mounting plate, which fixedly mounts within the enclosure housing. A stand-off mount element may be disposed on the front of the cable spool arrangement to rotate in unison with the cable spool arrangement. The stand-off mount element may include one or more termination adapters. 1. (canceled)2. A fiber optic enclosure comprising:a base including a top wall, a bottom wall, and opposite sidewalls extending forwardly from a rear wall to an open front of the base to define an interior of the base, the bottom wall defining a plurality of cable ports;a cover that selectively mounts to the base over the open front;an insert mounted to the rear wall so that the insert is disposed within the interior of the base, the insert sized to be received within the interior of the base through the open front of the base, the insert including a mounting plate that couples to the rear wall of the base, the mounting plate extending parallel with the rear wall, the insert also including a support plate that extends forwardly of the mounting plate at a fixed position relative to the rear wall, the support plate defining an aperture sized to receive an optical adapter, the aperture facing the bottom wall; anda plurality of fiber management members carried by the mounting plate, the fiber management members including a first management member disposed within a first region extending between the support plate and the top wall of the base and a second management member disposed within a second region extending between the support plate and the bottom wall of the base.3. The fiber optic ...

HOUSE BOX WITH MOUNTING SURFACE FOR MOUNTED ACCESS

An enclosable box for housing components from more than one telecommunications systems including a first housing portion, a second housing portion, a box mounting hinge that connects the first housing portion and the second housing portion, an internal telecommunications component compartment panel, a compartment panel mounting hinge that connects the internal telecommunications component compartment with one of the first and second housing portions. The compartment panel mounting hinge may be configured to allow the compartment panel to open and close an internal compartment or cavity that is large enough to enclose at least a first telecommunications systems component. The back wall of the first housing portion may include a component platform that is either fixed or allowed to pivot into a configuration such that the component platform is tilted away from the base member. 1. An access control device comprising:a first housing portion having a back wall and a side wall extending from the back wall;a second housing portion coupled to the first housing portion, the first housing portion and the second housing portion cooperating to define an enclosure having a cavity, the second housing portion being movable relative to the first housing portion between an open configuration providing access to the cavity and a closed configuration preventing access to the cavity;a compartment panel disposed in the cavity and being coupled to the first housing portion, the compartment panel being movable relative to the first housing portion between a closed position and an open position; anda component platform configured to be pivotally connected to the back wall of the first housing portion, whereinwhen the first housing portion is in the open configuration and the compartment panel is in the closed position, the compartment panel divides the cavity into a first compartment configured to house a first telecommunications system component therein and a second compartment configured ...

OPTICAL TERMINATION ENCLOSURE

The present disclosure relates to an optical termination enclosure having an enclosure housing containing a fiber management assembly. The enclosure housing can define sealed cable ports and can include cable anchor mounting locations in alignment with the cable ports. Cable anchoring and grounding units can be attached at the cable anchor mounting locations. The fiber management assembly can include a fiber break-out arrangement including a resilient grommet used to anchor a protective tube that carries optical fibers from the cable anchor mounting location to the fiber management assembly. 1. A fiber break-out system for anchoring a protective structure that protects one or more optical fibers , the fiber break-out system comprising:a component defining an open-topped pocket;a resilient grommet that mounts within the open-topped pocket, the resilient grommet defining a passage for receiving the protective structure, the resilient grommet having a first end and an opposite second end, the resilient grommet has an outer transverse cross-sectional shape that includes first and second side surfaces that taper inwardly as the shape extends from the first end toward the second end to define a general wedge shape; anda strap-type securement structure routed over the resilient grommet and around the open-topped pocket for compressing the resilient grommet within the open-topped pocket.2. The fiber break-out system of claim 1 , wherein the resilient grommet has a durometer in the range of 40-60 Shore A.3. The fiber break-out system of claim 1 , wherein the resilient grommet defines an access slot for allowing the protective structure to be inserted into the passage.4. The fiber break-out system of claim 1 , wherein the resilient grommet has a height that is greater than a corresponding height of the pocket.5. The fiber break-out system of claim 1 , wherein the strap-type securement structure includes a cable-tie.6. The fiber break-out system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

FIBER OPTIC ENCLOSURE WITH TEAR-AWAY SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure includes a housing and a cable spool assembly disposed on an exterior surface of the housing. The cable spool assembly has a first tear-away end and a second tear-away end. The first and second tear-away ends include at least one area of weakness extending from an inner diameter of the cable spool assembly to an outer diameter of the cable spool assembly. A mounting plate is rotationally engaged with the cable spool assembly such that the cable spool assembly and the housing selectively and unitarily rotate about an axis of the mounting plate. 1. (canceled)2. A termination arrangement comprising:a mounting plate;a cable spool arrangement rotatably coupled to the mounting plate so that the cable spool arrangement is rotatable relative to the mounting plate, the cable spool arrangement includes a drum, a flange extending radially outwardly from a first axial end of the drum, the flange having at least one area of weakness defining a boundary between a first section of the flange and a second section of the flange, the area of weakness enabling the second section of the flange to be torn away from the first section of the flange; anda termination module coupled to the cable spool arrangement so that the termination module rotates unitarily with the cable spool arrangement when the cable spool arrangement rotates relative to the mounting plate.3. The termination arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the area of weakness is a perforation.4. The termination arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the area of weakness is a reduced thickness of material.5. The termination arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the termination module includes a plurality of optical adapters.6. The termination arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of optical adapters form sliding adapter modules.7. The termination arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the area of weakness includes a radial area of weakness.8. The termination arrangement of claim 7 , wherein the area of weakness is a ...

Module, living hinge

Provided is a one-piece injection molded part which is used to assemble an optical module, the one-piece injection molded part including: a plurality of plates and a plurality of living hinges. The plurality of plates includes an input faceplate, an output faceplate, a left side plate, a right side plate, a bottom plate and a lid plate and is integrally formed.

FIBER DROP TERMINAL

A drop terminal mounting system includes a fiber drop terminal having a housing and a base attached to the housing. The housing includes an outer surface containing a plurality of receptacles and cooperatively defines an inner cavity with the base. The drop terminal mounting system further includes a bracket having a first fastening region and a second fastening region adapted to secure the drop terminal to the bracket. 1. (canceled)2. A termination arrangement extending along a depth between a front and a rear , the termination arrangement comprising:a housing being elongate along an axis between opposite first and second ends, the axis extending perpendicular to the depth of the termination arrangement, the first end of the housing defining an input, the housing including a back wall extending along the axis and facing at least partially rearward of the termination arrangement, the housing including a plurality of front walls including a first front wall and a second front wall, each of the front walls extends along the axis and faces at least partially forward of the termination arrangement, each of the front walls being angled relative to the other of the front walls;a first row of ports disposed along the first front wall, each of the ports of the first row being configured to receive a respective plug; anda second row of ports disposed along the second front wall, each of the ports of the second row being configured to receive a respective plug.3. The termination arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the input aligns with the axis claim 2 , and wherein the first row of ports is offset from the axis.4. The termination arrangement of claim 3 , wherein the second front wall is connected to the first front wall at a common seam.5. The termination arrangement of claim 3 , wherein the second row of ports is offset from the axis.6. The termination arrangement of claim 5 , wherein the input includes a port configured to receive a plug.7. The termination arrangement of ...

Fiber Optic Terminal Enclosure

A terminal enclosure with a terminal base with a hole; a terminal lid with an adapter mounting face and a mounting hole in the mounting face; a right angle transition body with first and second ends; an adapter which passes through the mounting hole and is mounted to the mounting face; and an fiber optic cable, attached to the second end of the right angle transition body, with an optical fiber with a connector at one end. The mounting face is formed at an angle α, between 0 and 180 degrees, from a plane transition body passes through the terminal base hole. The terminal base and terminal lid are configured to be attached together.

FIBER TERMINATION ENCLOSURE WITH MODULAR PLATE ASSEMBLIES

Certain types of fiber termination enclosures include an enclosure and at least one of a plurality of plate module mounting assemblies. Example plate module mounting assemblies include a termination panel plate assembly; a splice tray plate assembly; a cable spool plate assembly; and a drop-in plate assembly. Example cable spool plate assemblies include a cable spool arrangement rotationally coupled to a mounting plate, which fixedly mounts within the enclosure housing. A stand-off mount element may be disposed on the front of the cable spool arrangement to rotate in unison with the cable spool arrangement. The stand-off mount element may include one or more termination adapters. 1. (canceled)2. An enclosure system comprising:a main housing having opposite sidewalls extending between a first end and a second end and between a rear wall and a front to define an interior, the front of the housing defining a front opening providing access to the interior, the second end of the housing defining an aperture;a door pivotally mounted to the main housing to selectively cover the front opening;a plurality of cable port plate arrangements configured to be interchangeably mounted at the aperture at the second end of the housing, each of the cable port plate arrangements including a plate sized to cover the aperture when mounted to the second end of the housing, each plate carrying a different arrangement of one or more cable ports; and a first subassembly including a rotatable spool that rotates relative to the main housing when mounted therein to allow a cable to be paid off from the spool; and', 'a second subassembly including a plurality of optical adapters disposed in a row, the adapters being stationary relative to the second subassembly., 'a plurality of subassemblies configured to be selectively and interchangeably mounted to the rear wall of the main housing through the front opening, the plurality of subassemblies including3. The enclosure system of claim 2 , wherein ...

SAFETY GUARD DEVICE FOR MODULES STORING COMMUNICATION LINES

A safety device for modules that store windings of communication lines, includes a metallic rod whose ends are configured to receive metallic screws to secure the rod on a base of a given module. End sections of the rod extend to a height at least equal to the height of the stored windings. Intermediate sections of the rod extend in opposite directions from the end sections, substantially parallel to the module base. Outer ends of the intermediate sections at least coincide with the outer periphery of the stored windings. A central section of the rod has opposite ends adjoining the outer ends of the intermediate sections. The central section rises over a path that at least coincides with the outer periphery of the stored windings. The end sections of the rod capture the windings, and the central section prevents them from dropping below the module during a building fire. 1. A safety guard device for modules constructed to store windings of communication lines , comprising:a rigid metallic wire or rod, wherein opposite ends of the rod are configured to form corresponding openings for receiving metallic screws for securing the rod to the base of a given module, and opposite end sections of the rod extend normally from the module base when the ends of the rod are secured to the base, and the end sections have a height corresponding at least to the height of windings of a communication line when stored on the base of the module;the rod has intermediate sections extending generally in opposite directions from one another and substantially parallel to the base of the module when the rod is secured to the base, and the intermediate sections are of sufficient length so that outer ends of the sections at least coincide with the outer periphery of the windings of the communication line; andthe rod has a central section opposite ends of which adjoin corresponding outer ends of the intermediate sections of the rod, so that when the rod is secured to the module base, the central ...

CONNECTORS FOR MICRO-DUCT TERMINATIONS OF FIBER OPTIC CABLE

A connector for coupling a fiber optic cable with a connection point includes a connector body at a first end of the connector and extending in a longitudinal direction and a connector housing at a second end of the connector. The connector body defines a first longitudinal conduit configured to receive a duct, and the duct is configured to slidingly receive the fiber optic cable. A compression fitting is configured to be received about a first end of the connector body and to slide relative to the connector body in the longitudinal direction to radially compress the first end of the connector body to grip the duct. The connector housing includes a second longitudinal conduit substantially aligned with the first longitudinal conduit in the longitudinal direction and a connection portion configured to couple the fiber optic cable to the connection point. The first longitudinal conduit and the second longitudinal conduit are configured to slidingly receive the fiber optic cable. 1. An optical fiber feed-through connector for optically coupling a pre-terminated end portion of an optical fiber cable with a non-feed-through optical fiber connector after the pre-terminated end portion of the optical fiber cable has been slidingly fed through a micro-duct comprising:a feed-through micro-duct engaging portion having a body member and a compression fitting portion configured to axially move between a first position, where the feed-through micro-duct engaging portion receives a free end portion of a micro-duct shaped to allow a pre-terminated end portion of an optical fiber cable to be slidingly fed through the micro-duct, and a second position, where the compression fitting portion has radially compressed a portion of the body member around the free end portion of the micro-duct without preventing the pre-terminated end portion of the optical fiber cable from being slidingly fed through both the micro-duct and the feed-through micro-duct engaging portion during operation of ...

Methods and systems for distributing fiber optic telecommunications services to local area

A fiber optic drop terminal assembly includes a housing, a spool and a fiber optic distribution cable. The housing has a first exterior surface and an oppositely disposed second exterior surface. A plurality of ruggedized adapters is mounted on the first exterior surface of the housing. The ruggedized adapters include a first port accessible from outside the housing and a second port accessible from inside the housing. The spool is engaged with the second exterior surface and includes a drum portion. The fiber distribution cable is coiled around the drum portion. The distribution cable includes a first end and an oppositely disposed second end. The second end is disposed inside the housing.

CONNECTORS FOR MICRO-DUCT TERMINATIONS OF FIBER OPTIC CABLE

A connector for coupling a fiber optic cable with a connection point includes a connector body at a first end of the connector and extending in a longitudinal direction and a connector housing at a second end of the connector. The connector body defines a first longitudinal conduit configured to receive a duct, and the duct is configured to slidingly receive the fiber optic cable. A compression fitting is configured to be received about a first end of the connector body and to slide relative to the connector body in the longitudinal direction to radially compress the first end of the connector body to grip the duct. The connector housing includes a second longitudinal conduit substantially aligned with the first longitudinal conduit in the longitudinal direction and a connection portion configured to couple the fiber optic cable to the connection point. The first longitudinal conduit and the second longitudinal conduit are configured to slidingly receive the fiber optic cable. 1. An optical fiber feed-through connector for optically coupling a pre-terminated end portion of an optical fiber cable with a non-feed-through optical fiber connector comprising:a feed-through duct engaging portion configured to move between a first position, where the feed-through duct engaging portion is configured to receive a free end portion of a duct shaped so as to allow a pre-terminated end portion of an optical fiber cable to be slidingly fed through the duct, and a second position, where the feed-through duct engaging portion is configured to be compressed around the free end portion of the duct, the feed-through engaging portion being configured to permit the pre-terminated end portion of the optical fiber cable to be slidingly fed through both the duct and the feed-through duct engaging portion in the first position and the second position; anda feed-through housing portion configured to be operatively coupled to the feed-through duct engaging portion so as to allow the pre- ...

OPTICAL FIBER CONNECTIVITY SYSTEM INCLUDING MODULES AND INTERCONNECTION CABLES

Various fiber optic distribution modules are disclosed, as well as cable useable to interconnect such modules. One possible module includes a first MPO connector and a second MPO connector exposed, and a plurality of LC connectors, the plurality of LC connectors arranged into a first row and a second row. A plurality of fibers is routed between one of the first and second MPO connectors and a different one of the plurality of LC connectors. The plurality of LC connectors in the first row and the second row are grouped into N groups with M connectors in each group corresponding to M/2 channels included in each group and including a fiber pair. The M connectors of each group are disposed across the first and second rows. Indicia disposed on the second side of the housing visually distinguish each group of the N groups from an adjacent neighboring group. 122.-. (canceled)23. A fiber optic distribution system comprising: at a first end, a 24-fiber multi-fiber push-on (MPO) connector, the 24-fiber MPO connector having first and second rows of 12 fiber connections;', 'at a second end, a first 12-fiber MPO connector and a second 12-fiber MPO connector, each of the first and second 12-fiber MPO connectors having 12 sequential fiber connections;', 'wherein a first plurality of the first row of 12 fiber connections is optically connected to the first 12-fiber MPO connector in a sequential order and a second plurality of the first row of 12 fiber connections is optically connected to the second 12-fiber MPO connector in a reverse sequential order; and', 'wherein a first plurality of the second row of 12 fiber connections is optically connected to the second 12-fiber MPO connector in a sequential order and adjacent to the second plurality of the first row of 12 fiber connections, and a second plurality of the second row of 12 fiber connections is optically connected to the first 12-fiber MPO connector in a reverse sequential order adjacent to the first plurality of the first ...

OPTICAL FIBER CONNECTIVITY SYSTEM INCLUDING MODULES AND INTERCONNECTION CABLES

Various fiber optic distribution modules are disclosed, as well as cable useable to interconnect such modules. One possible module includes a first MPO connector and a second MPO connector exposed, and a plurality of LC connectors, the plurality of LC connectors arranged into a first row and a second row. A plurality of fibers is routed between one of the first and second MPO connectors and a different one of the plurality of LC connectors. The plurality of LC connectors in the first row and the second row are grouped into N groups with M connectors in each group corresponding to M/2 channels included in each group and including a fiber pair. The M connectors of each group are disposed across the first and second rows. Indicia disposed on the second side of the housing visually distinguish each group of the N groups from an adjacent neighboring group. 1. A fiber optic distribution module comprising:a housing;a plurality of multi-fiber push-on (MPO) connectors including a first MPO connector and a second MPO connector exposed at a first side of the housing;a plurality of LC connectors disposed on a second side of the housing opposite the first side, the plurality of LC connectors arranged into a first row and a second row;a plurality of fibers, each of the plurality of fibers routed between one of the first and second MPO connectors and a different one of the plurality of LC connectors;wherein the plurality of LC connectors in the first row and the second row are grouped into N groups of LC connectors with M connectors in each group, the M connectors corresponding to M/2 channels included in each group and including a fiber pair, the M connectors of each group and being disposed across the first and second rows and each of M, N, and M/2 being an integer, andindicia disposed on the second side of the housing visually distinguishing each group of the N groups from an adjacent neighboring group.2. The fiber optic distribution module of claim 1 , wherein the N groups ...

TELECOMMUNICATION ENCLOSURE HAVING INTEGRATED TERMINATION TOOLS

A communication enclosure is described that includes an enclosure body having a first body portion and a second body portion. An adapter mounting mechanism is disposed in the first body portion, and a connector adapter mounted into the mounting mechanism that is configured to accept an optical fiber connector. The enclosure includes at least one integrated tool for terminating field mountable optical fiber connectors wherein the at least one integrated tool is disposed on one of the first body portion and the second body portion. In an exemplary aspect, the at least one integrated tool is a connector polishing platform. 1. A communication enclosure , comprising:an enclosure body that includes a first body portion and a second body portion, wherein the second body portion is hingeably attached to the first body portion to provide access to the interior of the communication enclosure;an adapter mounting mechanism disposed on the first body portion;a connector adapter mounted into the mounting mechanism that is configured to accept an optical fiber connector; andat least one integrated tool used in mounting a field mountable optical fiber connector on an optical fiber cable wherein a base portion of the at least one integrated tool is integrally molded in one of the first body portion and the second body portion.2. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one integrated tool is a connector polishing platform.3. The enclosure of claim 1 , further comprising a slack storage system for retaining excess lengths of optical fiber.4. The enclosure of claim 3 , wherein the slack storage system includes a plurality of retention tabs disposed periodically around the base portion of the integrated tool to guide and retain the excess lengths of optical fiber.5. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the mounting mechanism is configured to accept a plurality of connector adapters.6. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the enclosure is a network interface device.7. The enclosure ...

TELECOMMUNICATION ENCLOSURE FOR EXTERNAL CONNECTION

A telecommunication enclosure is described herein wherein the telecommunications enclosure is configured for making an external optical connection. The enclosure includes a base having at least one port having an integral exterior section disposed around the port outside of the enclosure and an optical coupling disposed at least partially within the port. The optical coupling has a first connector housing disposed within the exterior section of the port and a second connector housing disposed within the interior of the telecommunication enclosure. In an exemplary aspect, the optical coupling is secured directly within the port of the telecommunication enclosure. 1. A telecommunication enclosure configured for making an external optical connection , the enclosure comprising:a base having at least one port having an integral exterior section disposed around the port outside of the enclosure; andan optical coupling disposed at least partially within the port, the optical coupling comprising a first connector housing disposed within the exterior section of the port and a second connector housing disposed within the interior of the telecommunication enclosure,wherein the port further includes a notch formed along an edge of the port, wherein the notch is configured to receive a keying nub disposed on the optical coupling to enable insertion of the optical coupling into the port in a known orientation.2. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the optical coupling is secured directly within the port of the telecommunication enclosure.3. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the coupling is inserted into the port from the interior of the telecommunication enclosure.4. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the coupling is inserted into the port through the exterior section from outside the telecommunication enclosure.5. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first connector housing and the second connector housing provides four interconnection points with engagement ...

SEALED ENCLOSURE WITH OUTPUT PORTS

Certain types of aggregation enclosures include cable input ports and downwardly angled cable output ports. A cover is pivotally coupled to the body so that the cover moves between an open position and a closed position. A modular component panel may be disposed within the enclosure. The component panel includes one or more distribution components (e.g., fiber distribution components or power distribution components) configured to connect at least a portion of an incoming cable to at least a portion of an outgoing cable. 1. (canceled)2. A termination assembly comprising:a housing that is elongated between a top and a bottom, the housing also having a rear wall that extends between the top and the bottom, the rear wall being configured to mount the housing to a mounting location, the housing defining a sealed interior;a cable input port disposed at the bottom of the housing;an optical line that extends into the housing through the input port;an electrical line that extends into the housing through the input port; anda plurality of termination ports coupled to the housing in rows, each row of termination ports being coupled to a respective angled surface that is angled relative to the rear wall, each termination port including sealing structures that protect the sealed interior from an environment external of the housing, the plurality of termination ports including a first termination port having a ruggedized connection interface configured to optically connect an optical output cable to the optical line and a second termination port having a ruggedized connection interface configured to optically connect an electrical output cable to the electrical line.3. The termination assembly of claim 2 , wherein a first plurality of the termination ports are disposed at a first side of the housing and a second plurality of the termination ports are disposed at a second side of the housing.4. The termination assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first plurality of termination ports ...

Fiber Optic Cable Deployment Assemblies, Systems, and Methods

An assembly for deploying fiber optic cable includes a housing defining a cavity and comprising a wall. The wall defines an opening allowing a fiber optic cable to pass. The assembly also includes a spool configured to store a portion of the fiber optic cable. The spool is rotatably coupled to the housing within the cavity of the housing. The assembly also includes a component module releasably coupled to the housing and comprising an adapter configured to optically couple the fiber optic cable to another fiber optic cable.

FIBER OPTIC ENCLOSURE WITH TEAR-AWAY SPOOL

A fiber optic enclosure includes a housing and a cable spool assembly disposed on an exterior surface of the housing. The cable spool assembly has a first tear-away end and a second tear-away end. The first and second tear-away ends include at least one area of weakness extending from an inner diameter of the cable spool assembly to an outer diameter of the cable spool assembly. A mounting plate is rotationally engaged with the cable spool assembly such that the cable spool assembly and the housing selectively and unitarily rotate about an axis of the mounting plate. 1. (canceled)2. An enclosure comprising:a housing;a drum disposed at an exterior of the housing, the drum being rotationally fixed relative to the housing, the drum extending away from the housing to a distal end;a cable wrapped around the drum; anda flange extending radially outwardly from the distal end of the drum to aid in retaining the cable on the drum, at least a portion of the flange being removable from the drum to reduce an overall size of the enclosure after at least a portion of the cable is paid out.3. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the flange is fully removed from the drum after the at least a portion of the cable is paid out.4. The enclosure of claim 1 , further comprising a second flange extends radially outwardly from the drum at a location between the distal end and the housing.5. The enclosure of claim 4 , wherein at least a portion of the second flange is removable from the drum after at least a portion of the cable is paid out.6. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the flange is fully removed from the drum after the at least a portion of the cable is paid out.7. The enclosure of claim 1 , further comprising a mounting plate that is configured to be attached to a surface claim 1 , wherein the drum is rotationally connected to the mounting plate.8. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the flange includes an area of weakness that facilitates removing the flange from the drum.9. The ...

Enclosure for Fiber Optic Splitter

An enclosure cabinet for connecting optical fiber from a head end to each of the premises of multiple dwellings has a door on an opening in a front wall of the cabinet and a support member on top and bottom slides that supports both a compartment in a container for fiber optic splitter modules and a vertical support panel for premise drop components. The slide out support member moves from a position retracted within the hollow interior for closing of the door to an extended position where the vertical panel is presented at least partly forwardly of the front wall to allow unencumbered access to both sides of the panel where the premise drop components are installed across an opening in the panel for installation, testing and visual inspection. 1. A multiple dwelling unit enclosure for use in connecting optical fiber from a head end to each of the premises of the multiple dwellings , the enclosure comprising:an outer housing defining a cabinet;at least one door on an opening in a front wall of the cabinet allowing access from a front of the cabinet into a hollow interior of the cabinet;a compartment for receiving a plurality of fiber optic splitter modules;a support for a plurality of premise drop components;and a slide out support member that supports both the compartment for the fiber optic splitter modules and the support for the premise drop components;the slide out support member being mounted on slides which allow the support member to move from a position retracted within the hollow interior for closing of said at least one door to an extended position presented at least partly forwardly of the front wall to allow unencumbered access to the premise drop components for installation, testing and visual inspection.2. The enclosure of wherein the support for the plurality of premise drop components comprises a panel onto which the premise drop components are mounted so as to present opposite ends of the premise drop components on opposite sides of the panel.3. ...

PACKAGING ASSEMBLY FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPONENTS

An assembly including a pallet, a carousel mounted on the pallet, a plurality of tray assemblies stacked one on top of the other on the carousel. Each of the tray assemblies include a tray body, at least one fiber optic adapter supported at a top side of the tray body and a first spool mounted beneath the tray body. The first spool has spaced-apart flanges and fiber optic cable wrapped about the first spool at a location between the spaced-apart flanges. At least some of the flanges of the first spools of adjacent tray assemblies are coupled together. 1. An assembly comprising:a pallet;a carousel mounted on the pallet;a plurality of tray assemblies stacked one on top of the other on the carousel, each of the tray assemblies including: a tray body, at least one fiber optic adapter supported at a top side of the tray body, a first spool mounted beneath the tray body, the first spool having spaced-apart flanges and fiber optic cable wrapped about the first spool at a location between the spaced-apart flanges; andwherein at least some of the flanges of the first spools of adjacent tray assemblies are coupled together.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flanges coupled together with fastening structures.3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the fastening structures include ties.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the flanges are cardboard and define openings for receiving the ties.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first spools are aligned along a vertical axis.6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein each tray assembly also includes a second spool rotatably mounted at a top side of the tray body.7. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a box supported on the pallet that encloses the plurality of tray assemblies.8. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein all of the first spools are coupled together.9. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein all of the first spools rotate in unison with the carousel when the fiber optic cables are dispensed from the first spools during ...

FIBER DISTRIBUTION HUBS

A fiber distribution hub includes an enclosure defining an interior region and a frame body having a longitudinal axis. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure such that the frame body can rotate about the longitudinal axis relative to the enclosure between a first terminal angular position and a second terminal angular position. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure also such that the entire frame body remains within the interior region as the frame body rotates between the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position. The fiber distribution hub also includes a splitter coupled to the frame body and having a splitter input and a splitter output. 1. A fiber distribution hub comprising:an enclosure defining an interior region; and the frame body can rotate about the longitudinal axis relative to the enclosure between a first terminal angular position and a second terminal angular position, and', 'the entire frame body remains within the interior region as the frame body rotates between the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position; and, 'a frame body having a longitudinal axis, wherein the frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure such thatwherein the enclosure includes a first tab, the frame body includes a second tab, the first tab and the second tab are positioned such that the first tab contacts the second tab at the first terminal angular position and at the second terminal angular position, and the contact between the first tab and the second tab substantially prevents rotation beyond the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position.2. The fiber distribution hub of claim 1 , wherein an angle of rotation between the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position is about 360 degrees.3. The fiber distribution hub of claim 1 , wherein an ...

POWER AND OPTICAL FIBER INTERFACE

A power and optical fiber interface system includes a housing having an interior. A cable inlet is configured to receive a hybrid cable having an electrical conductor and an optical fiber. An insulation displacement connector (IDC) is situated in the interior of the housing configured to electrically terminate the conductor, and a cable outlet is configured to receive an output cable that is connectable to the IDC and configured to output signals received via the optical fiber. 1. A powered fiber optic system comprising:a first location including a power source and fiber optic network access;a plurality of active devices remotely positioned with respect to the first location;a plurality of hybrid cables routed from the first location toward the active devices, the hybrid cables including optical fibers for transmitting optical signals and electrical conductors for carrying power; andinterface devices mounted adjacent to the active devices for providing interfaces between the hybrid cables and the active devices, the interface devices including electrical power management circuitry positioned within the closure for providing DC-to-DC voltage conversion within the closure, the interface devices also including circuit protection circuitry for providing current surge protection.2. The powered fiber optic system of claim 1 , wherein the active devices include small cell generating devices.3. The powered fiber optic system of claim 1 , wherein the active devices include Wifi access devices.4. The powered fiber optic system of claim 1 , wherein the active devices include cameras.5. The powered fiber optic system of claim 1 , wherein the active devices include ONT's of a FTTX network claim 1 , wherein the ONT's provide optical-to-electrical conversion of the optical signals at or near a subscriber location.6. The powered fiber optic system of claim 1 , wherein the interface devices include optical-to-electrical conversion circuitry for converting the optical signals from ...

Ultra-High Density Frames

A total front access double sided frame includes a first access side opposite a second access side, and fiber blocks received in the first and second access sides. The fiber blocks may include splice modules and patch modules and have capacity to receive about 6,900 fiber terminations. 1. A data communication apparatus comprising:a frame having a first access side opposite a second access side;a first plurality of fiber blocks received in the first access side of the frame; anda second plurality of fiber blocks received in the second access side of the frame;wherein the first and second pluralities of fiber blocks collectively have capacity to receive at least about 4,000 fiber terminations.2. The data communication apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first plurality of fiber blocks received in the first access side of the frame splice and patch about half of the at least about 4 claim 1 ,000 fiber terminations claim 1 , and the second plurality of fiber blocks in the second access side of the frame splice and patch a remainder of the at least about 4 claim 1 ,000 fiber terminations.3. The data communication apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first and second pluralities of fiber blocks include splice modules and patch modules.4. The data communication apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the frame comprises a footprint having a width of about 30 inches (76 centimeters) and a depth of about 36 inches (91 centimeters).5. The data communication apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each fiber block of the plurality of fiber blocks has a width of about 23 inches (58 centimeters) and a height of at least about 10 rack units (RUs) to at most about 12 RUs.6. A data communication apparatus comprising: the first access face of the frame arranged to receive fiber termination modules in a left side column of the first access face of the frame and fiber termination modules in a right side column of the first access face of the frame, and', 'the second access face of the frame arranged to ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DISTRIBUTING FIBER OPTIC TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES TO LOCAL AREA

A fiber optic drop terminal assembly includes a housing, a spool and a fiber optic distribution cable. The housing has a first exterior surface and an oppositely disposed second exterior surface. A plurality of ruggedized adapters is mounted on the first exterior surface of the housing. The ruggedized adapters include a first port accessible from outside the housing and a second port accessible from inside the housing. The spool is engaged with the second exterior surface and includes a drum portion. The fiber distribution cable is coiled around the drum portion. The distribution cable includes a first end and an oppositely disposed second end. The second end is disposed inside the housing. 1. (canceled)2. A fiber optic cable assembly comprising:a spool including a plurality of axially spaced-apart flanges which cooperate to define first and second discrete cable storage locations, the first cable storage location being larger than the second cable storage location;a multi-fiber fiber optic cable coiled within the first and second cable storage locations; andan environmentally sealed breakout enclosure mounted adjacent one end of the multi-fiber fiber optic cable with a plurality of optical fibers of the multi-fiber fiber optic cable broken out therein, the plurality of broken out optical fibers being coupled to ruggedized fiber optic connection interfaces.3. The fiber optic cable assembly of claim 2 , wherein the ruggedized fiber optic connection interfaces include twist-to-lock coupling interfaces.4. The fiber optic cable assembly of claim 3 , wherein the twist-to-lock coupling interfaces include threads.5. The fiber optic cable assembly of claim 2 , wherein the enclosure mounts on the spool and rotates in unison with the spool as the multi-fiber fiber optic cable is dispensed from the spool.6. The fiber optic cable assembly of claim 2 , wherein the enclosure includes a housing having a stepped face including a plurality of steps claim 2 , and wherein the ...

Ultra-High Density Frames

A total front access double sided frame includes a first access side opposite a second access side, and fiber blocks received in the first and second access sides. The fiber blocks may include splice modules and patch modules and have capacity to receive about 6,900 fiber terminations. 1. A computer implemented method for managing connectivity information comprising: receiving a machine-readable code arranged with a fiber block;', 'upon receiving the machine-readable code, providing a Graphical User Interface (GUI) presenting information of a plurality of trays arranged in the fiber block;', 'receiving, via the GUI, selection of a tray of the plurality of trays; and', 'upon receiving an indication of the selection of the tray, displaying, in the GUI, connectivity information of fiber terminations arranged in the selected tray., 'under control of one or more processors configured with executable instructions,'}2. The computer implemented method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , upon receiving the machine-readable code claim 1 , displaying a graphic of the fiber block associated with the machine-readable code claim 1 , the displayed graphic illustrating a plurality of splice trays displaceably received in the fiber block claim 1 , or illustrating a plurality of patch trays displaceably received in the fiber block claim 1 , wherein the receiving of selection of the tray comprises receiving selection of one of the plurality of splice trays or one of the plurality of patch trays.3. The computer implemented method of claim 1 , wherein the information of the plurality of trays arranged in the fiber block presented in the GUI comprises at least one of identification numbers of the plurality of trays arranged in the fiber block claim 1 , an identification number of the fiber block claim 1 , or an identification number of a bay in which the fiber block is arranged.4. The computer implemented method of claim 1 , further comprising scanning the machine-readable code to ...

PRE-LOADED FIBER RACEWAY SYSTEM

A pre-loaded fiber raceway system for deploying optical fiber networks comprising an elongated substantially rigid base member having a back wall that is attachable to an interior wall structure of a building and a pre-loaded fiber flexible raceway tubing that is selectively routed and spliced into the base member. The length of the base member is interrupted at selected fiber drop points along the interior wall structure where the raceway tubing is unsupported by the base member. The raceway tubing has a split seam extending longitudinally along its length to permit the raceway tubing to be spread open along the split seam at the selected drop points for deploying one or more fibers from the raceway tubing at the selected drop points.

OPTICAL CONNECTION TERMINALS FOR FIBER OPTIC COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS

An optical connection terminal for a fiber optic communications network includes a base, the base comprising an exterior wall. The terminal further includes a cover connected to the base, wherein an interior cavity is defined between the base and the cover. The cover includes a bottom panel, a first end wall, a second opposing end wall, a first sidewall, and a second opposing sidewall, wherein the bottom panel extends between the first end wall and opposing second end wall and between the first side wall and second opposing sidewall. The terminal further includes an exterior channel defined in the bottom panel, and a stub cable port defined in the bottom panel within the exterior channel of the cover. The terminal further includes a plurality of connector ports defined in the exterior wall of the base. 1. An optical connection terminal for a fiber optic communications network , the terminal comprising:a base, the base comprising an exterior wall;a cover connected to the base, wherein an interior cavity is defined between the base and the cover, the cover comprising a bottom panel, a first end wall, a second opposing end wall, a first sidewall, and a second opposing sidewall, wherein the bottom panel extends between the first end wall and opposing second end wall and between the first side wall and second opposing sidewall;an exterior channel defined in the bottom panel;a stub cable port defined in the bottom panel within the exterior channel of the cover; anda plurality of connector ports defined in the exterior wall of the base.2. The optical connection terminal of claim 1 , further comprising a stub cable connector claim 1 , the stub cable connector comprising a main body and a connector body claim 1 , the stub cable connector positionable such that the main body is within the exterior channel and the connector body extends through the stub cable port into the interior cavity.3. The optical connection terminal of claim 2 , wherein the connector body is threaded.4. ...

Access Terminal Box

An access terminal box includes a base plate, wherein a first fastening part, a second fastening part, and a fastening lever that are configured to fasten the access terminal box to a mounting plate disposed on the base plate, a through hole is disposed on the second fastening part, the fastening lever includes a head part, a body part, and an elastic part, the head part is connected to the body part, one end of the elastic part is connected to the head part, the body part and the elastic part are located inside the through hole, and the head part is exposed at a first outlet of the through hole. 1. An access terminal box , comprising:a base plate;a first fastening part;a fastening lever;a second fastening part; anda mounting plate disposed on the base plate,wherein the first fastening part, the second fastening part, and the fastening lever are configured to fasten the access terminal box to the mounting plate,wherein a through hole is disposed on the second fastening part, a head part;', 'a body part; and', 'an elastic part,, 'wherein the fastening lever compriseswherein the head part is connected to the body part,wherein one end of the elastic part is connected to the head part,wherein the body part and the elastic part are located inside the through hole, andwherein the head part is exposed at a first outlet of the through hole.2. The access terminal box according to claim 1 , wherein the body part of the fastening lever is a U-shaped frame claim 1 , and wherein the elastic part is located inside the U-shaped frame.3. The access terminal box according to claim 2 , wherein a section of the elastic part is wavy.4. The access terminal box according to claim 1 , wherein the fastening lever further comprises a support part disposed on the head part and configured to support the mounting plate.5. The access terminal box according to claim 4 , wherein a top of the support part protrudes from a plane on which the body part is located.6. The access terminal box according ...

TELECOMMUNICATIONS ZONE ENCLOSURE

An enclosure includes a pair of opposing sidewalls; a rack having a top bar and two side bars; at least one sidewall including a plurality of openings; a pivot pin coupled to the rack and located in a first opening of the plurality of openings to enable rotation of the rack within the enclosure; and a latch coupled to the rack and located in a second opening of the plurality of openings to fix position of the rack within the enclosure. 1. An enclosure comprising:a pair of opposing sidewalls;a rack having a top bar and two side bars;at least one sidewall including a plurality of openings;a pivot pin coupled to the rack and located in a first opening of the plurality of openings to enable rotation of the rack within the enclosure; anda latch coupled to the rack and located in a second opening of the plurality of openings to fix position of the rack within the enclosure.2. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the second opening is located to fix the rack in a vertical orientation.3. The enclosure of claim 2 , further comprising:a third opening of the plurality of openings positioned to receive the latch and fix the rack in a second orientation other than the vertical orientation.4. The enclosure of claim 3 , wherein the second orientation is a horizontal orientation.5. The enclosure of claim 3 , wherein the second orientation is an angular orientation between the horizontal orientation and the vertical orientation.6. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of openings includes a first group of openings to define a location of the rack along a translational axis and a second group of openings to define an orientation of the rack.7. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of openings are formed in two opposing sidewalls.8. The enclosure of claim 1 , further comprising a bottom cover hingedly secured to the enclosure. This application claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. §119 of U.S. provisional patent application Ser. No. 62/330,934 filed May 3, 2016, the ...

ASSEMBLY FOR RETAINING AND SECURING AN OPTICAL CABLE

An assembly for retaining and securing an optical cable includes a retaining element and a housing with an insertion seat. The retaining element has a first retaining wall, a second retaining wall and a connection part connecting the first and second retaining walls. The connection part is configured to resiliently deform upon insertion of the retaining element in the insertion seat to allow mutual approach of said first and second retaining walls. 1. An assembly for retaining and securing an optical cable , said assembly comprising:a retaining element comprising:a first retaining wall and a second retaining walla connection part connecting said first retaining wall to said second retaining wall, wherein said connection part, said first and second retaining walls define a retaining seat for receiving an optical cable along a longitudinal direction,a housing comprising an insertion seat configured to receive said retaining element,wherein{'b': '0', 'said connection part is configured to resiliently deform upon insertion of said retaining element in the insertion seat to allow mutual approach of at least a portion of said first and second retaining walls.'}2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein:said connection part extends between said first and second retaining walls along a retaining direction transverse to said longitudinal direction and is configured to deform along said retaining direction to allow mutual approach of said at least a portion of said first and second retaining walls along said retaining direction.3. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein:said first and second retaining walls have respective inner surfaces, facing one another and outer surfaces,said outer surfaces are sloped.4. The assembly according to claim 3 , wherein:said outer surfaces are sloped diverging from the connection part.5. The assembly according to any of to wherein:said housing comprises an insertion structure defining said insertion seat,said insertion structure ...

FIBER OPTIC TRAY SYSTEMS

A fiber optic tray system includes a tray. The tray includes a tray body, the tray body extending along a longitudinal axis between a front and a rear and extending along a lateral axis between a first side and a second side. The tray further includes a plurality of alignment rails, each of the plurality of alignment rails protruding from the tray body along a transverse axis. The tray further includes a plurality of retainer features disposed at the rear of the tray body. The fiber optic tray system further includes a fiber optic module, the fiber optic module including an outer housing and at least one retainment feature. The at least one retainment feature is interfaced with at least one of the plurality of retainer features to retain the fiber optic module on the tray. 1. A fiber optic tray system defining a mutually orthogonal coordinate system having a longitudinal axis , a lateral axis , and a transverse axis , the fiber optic tray system comprising: a tray body, the tray body extending along the longitudinal axis between a front and a rear and extending along the lateral axis between a first side and a second side;', 'a plurality of alignment rails, each of the plurality of alignment rails protruding from the tray body along the transverse axis; and', 'a plurality of retainer features disposed at the rear of the tray body; and, 'a tray, the tray comprisinga fiber optic module, the fiber optic module comprising an outer housing and at least one retainment feature, wherein the at least one retainment feature is interfaced with at least one of the plurality of retainer features to retain the fiber optic module on the tray, wherein the fiber optic module is selected from a plurality of fiber optic modules each having differently-sized outer housings as compared to one another, and wherein the tray is configured to receive any one or more of the plurality of fiber optic modules having differently-sized outer housings.2. The fiber optic tray system of claim 1 , ...

CABLE STORAGE MODULE

A system includes a chassis having an interior containing at least one component secured to a base. A cable storage module is attached to the chassis and has a frame defining an interior space in which a cable is stored. The cable has a first end extending out of the frame for connection to the component and a second end extending out of the frame for connection to a device exterior to the chassis. 1. A system comprising:a chassis having an interior containing at least one component secured to a base; anda cable storage module attached to the chassis and having a frame defining an interior space in which a cable is stored, the cable having a first end extending out of the frame for connection to the component and a second end extending from the frame for connection to a device exterior to the chassis.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the component is connectable to the base prior to connection of the first end of the cable to the component.3. The system of claim 1 , the component has a connector along its outer periphery for direct connection to the first end of the cable.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cable storage module is a first cable storage module claim 1 , the system further comprising a second cable storage module having a frame defining an interior space in which a second cable is stored claim 1 , the second cable having a first end extending out of the frame of the second cable storage module for connection to a second component within the interior of the chassis and a second end extending out of the frame of the second cable storage module for connection to a second device exterior to the chassis.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the cable storage modules are interconnected with one another.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cable is a first cable claim 1 , the system further comprising at least another cable positioned in the interior space and having a first end extending out of the frame for connection to the component and a second end ...

SPLITTER MODULE AND ENCLOSURE FOR USE THEREIN

An optical splitter module () can be carried on a cover () of an enclosure () between a contoured surface () and a row of optical adapters (). Output pigtails () from the splitter module () are routed to the optical adapters (). In certain examples, a significantly longer input fiber () is routed from the splitter module () to a splice region () at a base () of the enclosure (). Certain types of splitter modules () are mounted to the cover () at an angle relative to an insertion axis for a feeder cable (). A certain type of splitter module () curves about a minor axis (A) so that one major surface () has a concave curvature and another major surface () has a convex curvature. 1. An enclosure arrangement comprising:a base including a splice region;a cover coupled to the base to move between a closed position and an open position, the cover and the base cooperating to define an interior when the cover is in the closed position, the cover providing access to the interior when in the open position, the cover defining a contoured surface and a mounting surface;a plurality of ruggedized adapters disposed on the mounting surface, each ruggedized adapter having a first port accessible from an inner side of the cover and a second port accessible from an outer side of the cover; anda splitter module mounted at the inner side of the cover, the splitter module including an optical splitter disposed in a splitter housing, the splitter housing being contoured to fit against the contoured surface of the cover.2. The enclosure arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the splitter module is disposed between the ruggedized adapters and the contoured surface.3. The enclosure arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the splitter module has a convex surface facing the contoured surface of the cover and a concave surface facing the ruggedized adapters.4. The enclosure arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the ruggedized adapters are disposed in a row.5. The enclosure arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the ...

ATTACHMENT APPARATUS FOR FIELD INSTALLABLE CABLE TERMINATION SYSTEMS AND METHOD

A fitting for signal connector coupling has a bayonet attachment mechanism including a groove in a fitting wall including guiding groove and retaining groove portions, the retaining groove portion having a recess forming a positive lock to interact with a protruding member of a locking cap or collar, which may be turned onto the fitting until the protruding member resiliently snaps or springs into the recessed portion resisting loosening and providing haptic feedback indicating accomplishing secure attaching. A method of attaching a fitting to another device, includes placing and turning the another device on a cylindrical wall of the fitting while interaction between a groove in the fitting wall and a protuberance on the another device guides the another device rotationally about the fitting wall, and continuing turning moves the protuberance into a positive lock location in a retaining portion of the groove and also provides haptic feedback indicating attachment. 1. A fitting for signal connector coupling , comprisinga housing at least part of which is configured to receive at least part of a signal connector,the housing including a cylindrical wall extending along an axis and circumscribing a hollow interior space,a groove in the cylindrical wall, the groove including a guiding groove portion and a retaining groove portion,the guiding groove portion extending both axially and circumferentially about at least a portion of the cylindrical wall,the guiding groove portion configured to guide a protruding member of another device along the groove while cooperation of the guiding groove with such protruding member guides such another device over at least part of the cylindrical wall toward the housing,wherein the retaining groove portion extends generally in a circumferential direction about the axis, andfurther comprising a positive lock in the retaining groove portion configured to interact with such protruding member provide a relatively secure locking to retain ...

FIBER OPTIC CABLE DEPLOYMENT ASSEMBLIES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

A fiber distribution system includes a fiber distribution terminal, an assembly separate from the fiber distribution terminal, a third fiber optic cable, and an end-user fiber optic device. The fiber distribution terminal includes a first fiber optic cable, a first rotatable spool storing a portion of the first fiber optic cable, and a first adapter optically coupled to the first fiber optic cable. The assembly includes a second rotatable spool storing a second fiber optic cable optically coupled to the first adapter, and a second adapter optically coupled to the second fiber optic cable. The third fiber optic cable is optically coupled to the second adapter. The end-user fiber optic device is optically coupled to the third fiber optic cable.