Curing disc and curing device for MT insertion core

Abstract

The utility model provides a curing disc and a curing device for an MT insertion core, and the curing disc comprises a curing disc main body which is provided with a length direction and a width direction; the multiple limiting grooves are formed in the length direction of the curing disc body at intervals, one set of two opposite sides of each limiting groove are of a closed structure, the other set of two opposite sides of each limiting groove are of a through structure, and the limiting grooves are used for containing MT insertion cores in the width direction of the curing disc body; the multiple friction plates are arranged on the closed structures of the multiple limiting grooves in a one-to-one correspondence mode so as to slow down movement of the MT insertion core. According to the utility model, the technical problems of complex operation process, low efficiency and easy breakage and retraction of the optical fiber of the traditional MT ferrule solidification disc are solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of MT ferrule, in particular to a curing plate and a curing device for MT ferrule. Background Art

[0002] In the current curing process using the MT ferrule curing plate, the rear step of the MT ferrule is positioned and supported by the positioning block on the curing plate to prevent its displacement during the curing process. However, this method has the following defects: during the installation process, it is necessary to ensure that the rear end of the MT ferrule accurately fits the positioning block, which often leads to a complex clamping process and reduces work efficiency; during the curing process, it is necessary to drag the optical fiber connected to the MT ferrule, increasing the risk of optical fiber breakage or optical fiber retraction. Content of the Utility Model

[0003] Aiming at the deficiencies in the prior art, the utility model provides a curing plate and a curing device for MT ferrule to solve the technical problems of complex operation process, low efficiency, and easy optical fiber breakage and retraction in the traditional MT ferrule curing plate in the related art.

[0004] The utility model provides a curing plate for MT ferrule, including:

[0005] A curing plate body, having a length direction and a width direction;

[0006] A plurality of limiting grooves, arranged at intervals along the length direction of the curing plate body, a set of opposite sides of the limiting grooves are of a closed structure, and the other set of opposite sides are of a through structure, for accommodating the MT ferrule along the width direction of the curing plate body;

[0007] A plurality of friction plates, respectively arranged on the closed structures of the plurality of limiting grooves one by one to slow down the movement of the MT ferrule.

[0008] Further, the friction plate has a friction surface and a sticky surface arranged opposite to each other, the friction surface faces the limiting groove, and the sticky surface is in contact with the closed structure of the limiting groove.

[0009] Further, the friction plate is in a strip structure.

[0010] Further, the friction plate is arranged along the width direction of the curing plate body.

[0011] Further, a plurality of guiding grooves are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the curing plate body, the plurality of guiding grooves are arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of limiting grooves and are communicated with each other for guiding the optical fiber.

[0012] Further, a plurality of weight reduction openings are arranged on the curing plate body, and the weight reduction openings are located between the limiting grooves and the guiding grooves.

[0013] The present utility model also provides a fixing device, which includes the curing plate of the MT ferrule described above.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the present utility model has the following beneficial effects: By arranging a plurality of limiting grooves at intervals along the length direction of the curing plate body, a plurality of MT ferrules can be accommodated simultaneously; at the same time, the closed structure and the through structure of the limiting grooves cooperate to place the MT ferrules along the width direction of the curing plate body, so that adjacent two MT ferrules are independent of each other and do not interfere with each other, facilitating the curing operation; furthermore, by arranging friction sheets at the closed structure of the limiting grooves to replace the existing rigid limiting method, a certain mobility of the MT ferrules is allowed and the friction is increased, which can better adapt to the natural state of the optical fiber, reduce the possibility of fiber shrinkage, and avoid unnecessary stress generated when the MT ferrules move, thereby causing the fiber shrinkage phenomenon. Description of the Drawings

[0015] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of the curing plate of the MT ferrule in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0016] Explanation of the reference numerals in the drawings:

[0017] 1. Curing plate body; 2. Limiting groove; 3. Friction sheet; 4. Guide groove; 5. Weight reduction port.

[0018] The realization, functional characteristics and advantages of the purpose of the present utility model will be further described with reference to the embodiments and the drawings. Detailed Embodiments

[0019] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and beneficial effects of the present utility model clearer and more understandable, the technical solutions in the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present utility model and are not used to limit the present utility model.

[0020] In the embodiment of the present utility model, as Figure 1 shown, the curing plate of the MT ferrule includes: a curing plate body 1, a plurality of limiting grooves 2 and a plurality of friction sheets 3; the curing plate body 1 has a length direction and a width direction; the plurality of limiting grooves 2 are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the curing plate body 1, and a set of opposite sides of the limiting groove 2 is a closed structure, and the other set of opposite sides is a through structure for accommodating the MT ferrule along the width direction of the curing plate body 1; the plurality of friction sheets 3 are respectively arranged at the closed structures of the plurality of limiting grooves 2 to slow down the movement of the MT ferrule.

[0021] Specifically, in the embodiment of the present utility model, a plurality of limiting grooves 2 are provided in the length direction of the curing disc body 1 for independently accommodating and storing MT ferrules, and enabling the MT ferrules and their optical fiber parts to extend along the width direction of the curing disc body 1 without interference, which is convenient for operation. That is, each MT ferrule has an independent limiting groove 2, and each MT ferrule can be individually installed and disassembled; at the same time, the design of multiple limiting grooves 2 allows the MT ferrules to be installed at different positions as needed, providing greater flexibility and adaptability; moreover, the structure is relatively simple, easy to produce and assemble, and reduces the manufacturing cost.

[0022] In addition, by providing friction sheets 3 in the closed structure of the limiting grooves 2 to replace the existing hard contact method, the movement of the MT ferrules can be effectively slowed down. That is, during the curing process, on the one hand, it can ensure that the MT ferrules move with the optical fibers to avoid the occurrence of optical fiber breakage or fiber shrinkage; on the other hand, it can also make the MT ferrules stay in the limiting grooves 2 for a long time to fix and clamp the MT ferrules through the limiting grooves 2, thereby improving their stability on the curing disc body 1. Even when subjected to slight external forces, the MT ferrules are not easily slipped out, ensuring the fixed position of the connector. At the same time, the friction sheets 3 can precisely control the movement speed of the MT ferrules in the limiting grooves 2, which helps the MT ferrules to move smoothly when the position needs to be adjusted and remain stationary when no movement is required.

[0023] Certainly, one side of the limiting groove 2 is closed and the other side is through, which can reduce the stress concentration on the optical fiber caused by the sliding of the MT ferrule, thereby reducing the risk of optical fiber damage. The closed side provides a physical barrier to prevent the MT ferrule from detaching from the curing disc body. At the same time, the friction sheets 3 in each limiting groove 2 are independent. When a certain friction sheet 3 is worn or fails, only the corresponding one needs to be replaced, without the need for overall replacement.

[0024] Through the combination of the limiting grooves 2 and the friction sheets 3 in this embodiment, while being able to limit the MT ferrules, it can also slow down their movement speed along with the optical fibers, extend the staying time of the MT ferrules in the limiting grooves 2, allow a certain degree of mobility and increase the friction layer, which can better adapt to the natural state of the optical fibers and reduce the possibility of fiber shrinkage. Moreover, only by placing the MT ferrules in the limiting grooves 2, the installation is more convenient and fast, improving the efficiency.

[0025] In one embodiment, the friction plate 3 has a friction surface and a sticky surface disposed opposite to each other. The friction surface faces the limiting groove 2, and the sticky surface is in contact with the closed structure of the limiting groove 2. Specifically, in order to install and fix the friction plate 3 in the limiting groove 2, in this embodiment, a sticky surface is provided at the friction plate 3, and the sticky force of the sticky surface is used to paste it at the closed structure of the limiting groove 2 (i.e., the inner wall of the limiting groove 2), so that the friction surface of the friction plate 3 is in frictional contact with the side surface of the MT ferrule, achieving the purpose of slowing down the moving speed of the MT ferrule. Furthermore, when the friction surface of the friction plate 3 becomes gradually smooth after long-term use, the friction plate 3 can be torn off and replaced, which is more convenient and fast and does not affect the reuse of the limiting groove 2.

[0026] In one embodiment, the friction plate 3 is in a strip structure. On the one hand, it is easier to install the friction plate 3 at the closed structure of the limiting groove 2. On the other hand, it is also convenient to check the wear condition of the friction plate 3 and to detect and replace the worn friction plate 3 in time. Of course, multiple friction plates 3 can be provided on the inner wall of the same limiting groove 2, and a certain gap can be left between adjacent two friction plates 3, which helps with heat dissipation and prevents the heat generated by friction from accumulating, thereby prolonging the service life of the friction plate 3. Preferably, the friction plate 3 is arranged along the width direction of the curing disk body 1. The selection of the friction plate 3 should be based on factors such as its required friction characteristics, durability, environmental adaptability, and cost-effectiveness; for example, natural rubber, synthetic rubber, etc. of the rubber type.

[0027] In one embodiment, the curing disk body 1 is provided with a plurality of guiding grooves 4 at intervals along its length direction. The plurality of guiding grooves 4 are arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of limiting grooves 2 and are connected and communicated for guiding optical fibers. Specifically, in order to independently operate each MT ferrule and avoid the optical fibers between adjacent two MT ferrules from knotting and winding, in this embodiment, a plurality of guiding grooves 4 are provided in the curing disk body 1. The plurality of guiding grooves 4 are arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of limiting grooves 2. After a channel is formed therebetween, the optical fibers can be guided to the guiding grooves 4. At the same time, the limiting grooves 2 and the guiding grooves 4 are respectively located at opposite ends of the curing disk body 1, which is convenient for installing each MT ferrule.

[0028] In one embodiment, the curing disk body 1 is provided with a number of weight-reducing openings 5. The weight-reducing openings 5 are located between the limiting grooves 2 and the guiding grooves 4 for reducing the overall weight of the curing disk body 1.

[0029] This embodiment also provides a fixing device, including the curing disk of the MT ferrule described above. The specific structure of this fixing device refers to the above embodiment. Since this curing device adopts all the technical solutions of the above embodiment, it at least has all the beneficial effects brought by the technical solutions of the above embodiment, which will not be elaborated one by one here.

[0030] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention rather than to limit them. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that the technical solutions of the present invention can be modified or equivalently replaced without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A curing plate for an MT ferrule, characterized in that, Comprising: A curing disc body having a length direction and a width direction; A plurality of limiting grooves spaced along the length direction of the curing disc body, a set of opposite sides of the limiting groove being a closed structure, and the other set of opposite sides being a through structure for accommodating MT ferrules along the width direction of the curing disc body; A plurality of friction plates respectively arranged on the closed structures of the plurality of limiting grooves to slow down the movement of the MT ferrules.

2. The curing plate of an MT ferrule according to claim 1, characterized in that, The friction plate has a friction surface and a sticky surface arranged opposite to each other, the friction surface faces the limiting groove, and the sticky surface is in contact with the closed structure of the limiting groove.

3. The curing disk for an MT ferrule according to claim 1, characterized in that, The friction plate has a strip-like structure.

4. A curing plate for an MT ferrule according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The friction plate is arranged along the width direction of the curing disc body.

5. The curing disk of an MT ferrule according to claim 1, wherein The curing disc body is provided with a plurality of guiding grooves spaced along its length direction, and the plurality of guiding grooves are arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of limiting grooves and are communicated with each other for guiding optical fibers.

6. A curing disk for an MT ferrule according to claim 5, wherein, The curing disc body is provided with a plurality of weight-reducing openings located between the limiting grooves and the guiding grooves.

7. A curing device, characterized in that, A curing disc comprising the MT ferrule according to any one of claims 1-6.

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