Abstract: An optic fiber branch distribution cable and system is provided. The branch distribution cable is pre-connectorized. The pre-connectorized branch distribution cable is configured for use in outdoor optical network installations. The branch distribution cable includes a pre-formed, head-end connectorized access point and a pre-formed, rear-end connectorized access point. Each access point includes one or more optical fiber tethers optically coupled at one end to an optical fiber of branch distribution cable and each includes an optical connector at the other end of the tether.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 26, 2014
Date of Patent:
May 3, 2016
Assignee:
CORNING OPTICAL COMMNICATIONS LLC
Inventors:
Ryan Everette Frye, Benjamin Gray Whitener