Dust plug for hardened fiber optic connector

Details Dust plug for hardened fiber optic connector Dust plug for hardened fiber optic connector

2008-07-01

2008-07-01

Font, Frank G. (Department: 2883)

Optical waveguides

Accessories

Plug/termination device

C385S055000, C385S075000, C385S070000, C385S134000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11391707

ABSTRACT:
A dust for use with a ruggedized fiber optic connector including a fiber optic adapter. The dust plug provides enhanced sealing for the ruggedized connector when an optical fiber cable is not attached. The dust plug engages the ruggedized connector in a manner similar to a mating fiber connector which may be mounted to a fiber optic cable. The dust plug may include a threaded cap and a keyed insert rotatably mounted to the insert.

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