Gel-free buffer tube with adhesively coupled optical element

Details Gel-free buffer tube with adhesively coupled optical element Gel-free buffer tube with adhesively coupled optical element

2008-01-23

2009-10-06

Pak, Sung H (Department: 2874)

Optical waveguides

Optical transmission cable

Reexamination Certificate

active

07599589

ABSTRACT:
In a buffer tube arrangement, discrete domains of adhesive material provide adhesive coupling of a water-swellable element and an optical fiber bundle that includes a plurality of optical fibers.

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