Fiber service blocker

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2005-05-25

2008-03-25

Font, Frank G. (Department: 2883)

Optical waveguides

Accessories

Plug/termination device

C385S134000, C385S135000, C385S055000, C385S059000, C385S060000, C385S070000, C385S071000, C385S072000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07349619

ABSTRACT:
A device and method of blocking customer access to a fiber optic distribution cable. A service blocker is positioned between a fiber distribution cable and a customer drop cable within a fiber optic adapter. The service blocker includes a unitary body which does not permit optical transmission between the fiber distribution cable and the customer drop cable. The service blocker includes a first end configured to be inserted within the fiber optic adapter and a second end configured receive a fiber optic cable connector. A system for mounting fiber optic cables including a service blocker positioned within a bulkhead mounted adapter between two fiber optic cables.

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