SC revolution LC female adapter
By designing an integrated SC orbit LC female adapter, the problem of different standard interfaces of existing fiber optic connectors is solved, seamless connection between SC and LC interfaces is achieved, the installation process is simplified, and the quality and reliability of fiber optic communication is improved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421894278.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-08-06
- Publication Date
- 2025-05-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-08-06
AI Technical Summary
Existing fiber optic connectors have different standard interface problems, resulting in the need to install different types of connectors separately in fiber optic communication, which increases installation complexity and potential configuration errors.
A SC orbit LC female adapter is designed. Through an integrated SC connector and LC connector, combined with the high hardness and wear resistance of ceramics, it provides a compact and integrated solution to achieve seamless connection between the SC and LC interfaces.
The design simplifies the installation process, saves space, reduces configuration errors, improves mechanical strength and environmental adaptability, and provides lower insertion losses and higher signal integrity, ensuring quality and reliability of fiber optic communications.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of optical fiber joint adapters, in particular to an SC male to LC female adapter. Background Art
[0002] An optical fiber splice is a connecting part that connects two optical fibers together permanently or detachably and has protective components. An optical fiber splice is the terminal device of an optical fiber.
[0003] Existing types of optical fiber connectors include FC (Ferrule Connector), SC (Square Connector), ST (Stab & Twist) and LC (LUCENT Connector).
[0004] In combination with the above, it can be seen that with the development of fiber optic communication technology, a variety of fiber optic connectors of different standards have emerged to adapt to different devices and application scenarios. For this purpose, the utility model provides an SC male to LC female adapter. Utility Model Content
[0005] In view of the above problems, the present invention is proposed to provide an SC male to LC female adapter that overcomes the above problems or at least partially solves the above problems.
[0006] In order to solve the above problems, the utility model discloses an SC male to LC female adapter, comprising an upper shell, a lower shell, and an SC connector and an LC connector integrally arranged; the LC connector is provided with an internal sleeve, and the internal sleeve is sleeved on the head end of the LC connector; the LC connector is arranged at one end inside the lower shell through the internal sleeve, and the head end extends through the other end inside the lower shell; one end inside the upper shell is connected to the inside of the lower shell through a spring to form a sealed cavity, and the head end of the SC connector extends through the other end inside the upper shell.
[0007] Furthermore, it also includes an outer sleeve, at least one group of protruding blocks are symmetrically provided on both sides of the outer side of the upper shell, and the outer sleeve is provided with installation grooves corresponding to the positions of the protruding blocks; the outer sleeve is arranged between the upper shell and the lower shell, and can be movably arranged between the upper shell and the lower shell through the installation grooves and the protruding blocks.
[0008] Furthermore, a fixing block and a texture are provided on one side of the outer portion of the outer sheath.
[0009] Furthermore, a dust cap is provided at the head end of the SC connector.
[0010] Furthermore, the dust cap is a transparent structure.
[0011] Furthermore, a dust cover is provided at the head end of the LC connector.
[0012] Furthermore, the SC connector and the LC connector are made of ceramics.
[0013] The utility model includes the following advantages: a compact, integrated solution is provided by providing an integral SC connector and an LC connector to achieve seamless connection between SC and LC interfaces in a fiber optic network; this design simplifies the installation process because it eliminates the need to separately install two different types of connectors, thereby saving space and reducing potential configuration errors; integrally arranged adapters generally have better mechanical strength and environmental adaptability because they are pre-designed and manufactured for specific application scenarios rather than independent components assembled on site; in addition, this design may also provide lower insertion loss and higher signal integrity, ensuring the quality and reliability of fiber optic communications. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0014] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the utility model, the drawings required for use in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the utility model and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.
[0015] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the main structure of an exploded view of an SC male to LC female adapter provided in one embodiment of the utility model;
[0016] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of an SC male to LC female adapter provided in one embodiment of the utility model.
[0017] In the figure: 100, upper shell; 101, protruding block; 200, lower shell; 300, SC connector; 301, dust cap; 400, LC connector; 401, inner sleeve; 402, spring; 403, dust cover; 500, outer sleeve; 501, mounting groove; 502, fixing block; 503, texture. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0018] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the utility model clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, rather than all of the embodiments; the components of the embodiments of the utility model described and shown in the drawings here can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0019] In conjunction with the accompanying drawings, some embodiments of the present application are described in detail below. In the absence of conflict, the following embodiments and features in the embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0020] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the present practical embodiment provides an SC male to LC female adapter, comprising an upper shell 100, a lower shell 200, and an integrally arranged SC connector 300 and LC connector 400; the LC connector 400 is provided with an internal sleeve 401, and the internal sleeve 401 is sleeved on the head end of the LC connector 400; the LC connector 400 is arranged at one end inside the lower shell 200 through the internal sleeve 401, and the head end extends through the other end inside the lower shell 200; one end inside the upper shell 100 is connected to the inside of the lower shell 200 through a spring 402 to form a sealed cavity, and the head end of the SC connector 300 extends through the other end inside the upper shell 100.
[0021] It should be noted that the SC connector 300 and the LC connector 400 are made of ceramics, mainly for the following reasons: 1. High hardness and wear resistance: Ceramic materials, especially zirconium oxide, have extremely high hardness and wear resistance, which enables the ceramic ferrule to maintain durability and resistance to mechanical stress during handling and plugging; 2. Thermal stability: Ceramics have a low coefficient of thermal expansion, which means that they expand and contract minimally with temperature changes. This feature ensures that the ceramic ferrule maintains stable alignment and performance over a wide operating temperature range; 3. Excellent optical properties: The surface finish of the ceramic ferrule is high, which is essential for the precise dimensions and minimal signal loss required for the optical fiber connector to achieve optimal performance; 4. Chemical stability: Zirconia And alumina ceramics have excellent resistance to chemical corrosion and degradation, making ceramic ferrules suitable for use in harsh industrial environments where contact with chemicals or contaminants is required; 5. Improve connection stability: The ceramic ferrule provides a stable and secure connection between the optical fiber and the connector body, minimizing the risk of signal interruption or degradation due to movement or vibration; 6. Optimize alignment performance: Proper alignment ensures minimal signal loss and optimal light transmission efficiency, thereby maximizing the performance of the fiber optic system; 7. Easy maintenance: Proper handling and cleaning procedures are essential to maintaining the performance of the ceramic ferrule. Regular inspection and cleaning using approved solvents and lint-free wipes helps prevent contamination and ensure reliable optical connections.
[0022] Furthermore, the utility model provides a ceramic-made SC male and LC female adapter that can provide a high-performance, high-stability and long-life optical fiber connection solution, which is suitable for various harsh environments and requirements.
[0023] As a preferred embodiment, it also includes an outer sleeve 500, and at least one group of protruding blocks 101 are symmetrically provided on both sides of the outer side of the upper shell 100, and the outer sleeve 500 is provided with installation grooves 501 corresponding to the positions of the protruding blocks 101; the outer sleeve 500 is arranged between the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 200, and can be movably arranged between the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 200 through the installation grooves 501 and the protruding blocks 101; specifically, the outer protective sleeve 500 is provided to further protect the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 200, and the protective sleeve 500 is mainly arranged between the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 200 through the installation grooves 501 and the protruding blocks 101.
[0024] As a preferred embodiment, a fixing block 502 and a texture 503 are provided on one side of the outer sheath 500; specifically, the fixing block 502 is provided on one side of the outer sheath 500 to facilitate the positioning and fixed connection of the adapter during use, and the texture 503 can improve the grip of the product and provide a better tactile experience. For example, the anti-slip texture 503 can increase the stability when holding. At the same time, the texture 503 design can increase the structural strength of the outer shell and reduce damage caused by external forces.
[0025] As a preferred implementation, the SC connector 300 is provided with a dust cap 301 at the head end; the dust cap 301 is a transparent structure; the LC connector 400 is provided with a dust cover 403 at the head end; specifically, the main functions of the dust cap 301 and the dust cover 403 are to protect the interface from external pollutants such as dust and debris, and to prevent moisture intrusion to a certain extent, thereby protecting the internal electrical contact points and avoiding corrosion or oxidation. At the same time, the material has a certain elasticity and flexibility so as to fit the shape of the connector tightly, and is made of wear-resistant and high-temperature resistant plastic material to ensure sufficient strength and durability.
[0026] Furthermore, the transparent dust cap 301 in the converter mainly provides protection while allowing the user to clearly see the interface shape of the converter.
[0027] As a preferred implementation mode, the present practical embodiment provides an SC male to LC female adapter, comprising an upper shell 100, a lower shell 200, and an integrally arranged SC connector 300 and LC connector 400; the LC connector 400 is provided with an internal sleeve 401, and the internal sleeve 401 is sleeved on the head end of the LC connector 400; the LC connector 400 is arranged at one end inside the lower shell 200 through the internal sleeve 401, and the head end extends through the other end inside the lower shell 200; one end inside the upper shell 100 is connected to the inside of the lower shell 200 through a spring 402 to form a sealed cavity, and the head end of the SC connector 300 extends through the other end inside the upper shell 100; specifically, the head end of the LC connector 400 is sleeved with the internal sleeve 401, and the integrally arranged SC connector 300 and LC connector 400 are sleeved through The spring 402 is fixedly arranged inside the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 200, and the head end of the SC connector 300 extends through the upper shell 100 and the head end of the LC connector 400 extends through the lower shell 200. At the same time, at least one group of protruding blocks 101 is provided on the upper shell 100. The outer sheath 500 is arranged between the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 200 through the installation groove 501 and the protruding block 101, which plays a further protective role. The head end of the SC connector 300 is provided with a dust cap 301 with a transparent structure. The transparent structure is mainly for facilitating the viewing selection of the shape of the SC connector 300. The head end of the LC connector 400 is provided with a dust cover 403. The dust cap 301 and the dust cover 403 are mainly provided to protect the optical fiber connector, optical fiber adapter, optical interface of the optical module and the ports of other equipment from external environmental pollution and external force damage, so as to prevent serious network slowdown or network failure.
[0028] Furthermore, the utility model provides a compact, integrated solution by providing an integral SC connector 300 and an LC connector 400 to achieve seamless connection between SC and LC interfaces in a fiber optic network; this design simplifies the installation process because it eliminates the need to separately install two different types of connectors, thereby saving space and reducing potential configuration errors; integrally arranged adapters generally have better mechanical strength and environmental adaptability because they are pre-designed and manufactured for specific application scenarios rather than independent components assembled on site; in addition, this design may also provide lower insertion loss and higher signal integrity, ensuring the quality and reliability of fiber optic communications.
[0029] Finally, it should be noted that, in this article, relational terms such as first and second, etc. are only used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "include", "comprises" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or terminal device that includes a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements that are not explicitly listed, or still includes elements that are inherent to such process, method, article or terminal device. In the absence of further restrictions, the elements defined by the sentence "including one..." do not exclude the existence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or terminal device that includes the elements.
[0030] The SC male to LC female adapter provided by the present invention is introduced in detail above. The principle and implementation mode of the present invention are explained by using specific examples in this article. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the method and core idea of the present invention. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, according to the idea of the present invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation mode and application scope. In summary, the content of this specification should not be understood as a limitation on the present invention.
Claims
1. An SC male to LC female adapter, characterized in that: It includes an upper shell, a lower shell, and an SC connector and an LC connector that are integrally arranged; The LC connector is provided with an internal sleeve, and the internal sleeve is sleeved on the head end of the LC connector; The LC connector is disposed at one end of the lower housing through the internal sleeve, and the head end extends through the other end of the lower housing; One end of the interior of the upper shell is connected to the interior of the lower shell through a spring to form a sealed cavity, and the head end of the SC connector extends through the other end of the interior of the upper shell.
2. The SC male to LC female adapter according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes an outer sheath, at least one group of protruding blocks are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the outer shell, and mounting grooves are arranged corresponding to the positions of the outer sheath and the protruding blocks; The outer sheath is arranged between the upper shell and the lower shell, and is movably arranged between the upper shell and the lower shell through the mounting groove and the protruding block.
3. The SC male to LC female adapter according to claim 2, characterized in that: A fixing block and texture are arranged on one side of the outer surface of the outer sheath.
4. The SC male to LC female adapter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The head end of the SC connector is provided with a dust cap.
5. The SC male to LC female adapter according to claim 4, characterized in that: The dust cap is a transparent structure.
6. The SC male to LC female adapter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The head end of the LC connector is provided with a dust cover.
7. The SC male to LC female adapter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The SC connector and the LC connector are made of ceramic.