Multiple optical fiber polishing apparatus

Details Multiple optical fiber polishing apparatus Multiple optical fiber polishing apparatus

1985-10-30

1987-09-15

Schmidt, Frederick R.

Abrasive tool making process, material, or composition

With carbohydrate or reaction product thereof

51277, 51284R, B24B 722

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046930353

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for polishing the ends of multiple fiber optic members to a precise predetermined length. The invention relates in particular to appartus for gripping and holding a plurality of fiber optic connectors, each of which has a fiber optic cable connected thereto with a small fiber optic end projecting. The apparatus serves to accurately hold and position a large number of such fiber optic connectors and advance them under controlled conditions of speed and force into engagement with a polishing member such as a rotatable platen having an abrasive surface.

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