MT insertion core

Abstract

The utility model discloses an MT insertion core which comprises insertion core bodies, the insertion core bodies are provided with fixing clamping grooves, the fixing clamping grooves are used for clamping a fixing piece, one end of the fixing piece is arranged in the fixing clamping groove of one insertion core body, and the other end of the fixing piece is arranged in the fixing clamping groove of the other insertion core body. Therefore, the two insertion core bodies which are in butt joint with each other are kept in a fixed state through the fixing piece. According to the utility model, the fixed clamping groove is designed on the insertion core body, and the fixed clamping groove is used for connecting the fixed piece, so that the stable connection of the two insertion core bodies which are butted with each other is realized, the insertion core bodies are fixed by adopting a brand-new fixing mode, the fixing mode of the insertion core bodies is simple and reliable, the data transmission is stable, and a shell does not need to be designed; heat dissipation of the insertion core body is not affected, the size of the MT connector is not too large, and the MT connector can be suitable for use environments with narrow spaces and has a large application range.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of optical fiber connector technology, and specifically relates to an MT ferrule. Background Technology

[0002] MT connectors are multi-core fiber optic connectors suitable for high-density fiber optic transmission in environments with limited installation space and a large number of optical paths. They are typically used in high-density environments such as data centers and optical splitters within optical transceiver equipment. A single MT connector can transmit up to 72 optical fibers simultaneously. The MT ferrule is a key component determining the connection characteristics of the fiber optic connector and is usually injection molded from PPS material. With the development of fiber optic communication and data centers, high-speed optical communication modules are the main components of data centers and optical communication networks. MT ferrules and optical fibers, as connection components of the same density, are also frequently used in high-speed optical communication modules, thus increasing the demand for MT ferrules. Conventional MT ferrules have a rectangular structure. After processing steps such as fiber threading, adhesive dispensing, curing, grinding, and testing, the MT ferrule is then precisely positioned and mated using guide pins to achieve high-precision optical signal transmission.

[0003] Chinese patent document CN220340446U discloses an MT-MT fiber optic connector, including an MT ferrule and a housing. The upper surface of the housing has a through-hole receiving groove, and the MT ferrule is installed in the receiving groove, with both ends of the MT ferrule extending out of the receiving groove. A locking ring is installed inside the housing, which locks the MT ferrule, fixing it relative to the housing. The advantages are: it enables quick MT mating, facilitates assembly and disassembly, and achieves miniaturization. In stable environments, communication testing can be performed directly using the lower housing and locking ring; in harsh environments, the upper housing and screws can be used to completely fix it, thus ensuring the reliability of the MT-MT fiber optic connector.

[0004] The MT ferrule in the aforementioned patent document needs to be fixed using components such as a housing and screws. Its overall fixing structure is relatively complex, and the housing will affect the heat dissipation of the MT ferrule. The housing will also cause the entire connector to be too large. A connector that is too large is not suitable for use in confined spaces and has certain limitations. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an MT ferrule to solve the aforementioned problems existing in the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an MT ferrule, comprising a ferrule body, wherein a fixing slot is provided on the ferrule body, the fixing slot being used to engage a fixing member, one end of the fixing member being disposed in the fixing slot of one ferrule body, and the other end of the fixing member being disposed in the fixing slot of another ferrule body, thereby thereby keeping the two mating ferrule bodies in a fixed state by means of the fixing member.

[0007] As an optional embodiment of the above technical solution, the fastener includes an annular fixing band, which is used to fit into the fixing slots of the two ferrule bodies so that the two mating ferrule bodies are kept in a fixed state.

[0008] As an optional implementation of the above technical solution, the annular fixing belt is an elastic belt.

[0009] As an optional implementation of the above technical solution, the ferrule body is provided with fixing slots on both sides, and each fixing slot is provided with a corresponding annular fixing band.

[0010] As an optional implementation of the above technical solution, several reinforcing strips are provided between the two annular fixing bands.

[0011] As an optional embodiment of the above technical solution, the fixing component includes a fixing buckle, and both ends of the fixing buckle are provided with hooks. The two hooks are respectively engaged in the fixing slots of the two ferrule bodies to keep the two mating ferrule bodies in a fixed state.

[0012] As an optional implementation of the above technical solution, the two ends of the ferrule body are respectively provided with an optical fiber insertion surface and an optical fiber exit surface. An optical fiber insertion slot is opened on the optical fiber insertion surface, and an optical fiber jack is opened on the optical fiber exit surface. An optical fiber channel is provided inside the ferrule body, and the two ends of the optical fiber channel are respectively connected to the optical fiber insertion slot and the optical fiber jack.

[0013] As an optional implementation of the above technical solution, a positioning hole or guide pin is provided on the optical fiber exit surface.

[0014] As an optional implementation of the above technical solution, the surface of the ferrule body is provided with an injection port that communicates with the optical fiber channel.

[0015] As an optional embodiment of the above technical solution, the ferrule body includes a mating part and a boss part, the width of the mating part is smaller than the width of the boss part, and the fixing groove is provided at the connection between the mating part and the boss part.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0017] This utility model designs a fixing slot on the ferrule body and uses the fixing slot to connect the fixing component, thereby achieving a stable connection between two mating ferrule bodies. It adopts a brand-new fixing method to fix the ferrule body. The fixing method of the ferrule body is simple and reliable, the data transmission is stable, and there is no need to design a shell. It will not affect the heat dissipation of the ferrule body, and will not cause the MT connector to be too large. It is suitable for use in narrow space environments and has a wide range of applications. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the MT ferrule in one embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a top view of the MT ferrule in one embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the usage state of the annular fixing belt in one embodiment of this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1-Flange body; 2-Fixing slot; 3-Annular fixing band; 4-Reinforcing strip; 5-Fiber optic jack; 6-Positioning hole; 7-Glue injection port; 8-Mating part; 9-Protrusion part. Detailed Implementation

[0022] like Figures 1-3 As shown, this embodiment provides an MT ferrule for use in an MT connector, which has two mating MT ferrules. The MT ferrule includes a ferrule body 1, on which a fixing slot 2 is provided. The number of fixing slots 2 can be set according to actual needs. The fixing slot 2 is used to engage a fixing member. One end of the fixing member is disposed in the fixing slot 2 of one ferrule body 1, and the other end of the fixing member is disposed in the fixing slot 2 of the other ferrule body 1, thereby keeping the two mating ferrule bodies 1 in a fixed state by the fixing member.

[0023] This utility model designs a fixing slot 2 on the ferrule body 1, and uses the fixing slot 2 to connect the fixing component, thereby realizing a stable connection between two mating ferrule bodies 1. It adopts a brand-new fixing method to fix the ferrule body 1. The fixing method of the ferrule body 1 is simple and reliable, the data transmission is stable, and there is no need to design a shell. It will not affect the heat dissipation of the ferrule body 1, and will not cause the MT connector to be too large. It can be used in narrow space environments and has a wide range of applications.

[0024] like Figure 3As shown, in one specific embodiment, the fixing member includes an annular fixing band 3, which is used to fit into the fixing grooves 2 of the two ferrule bodies 1 to keep the two mating ferrule bodies 1 in a fixed state. After the two ferrule bodies 1 are mated, the annular fixing band 3 is installed to stably connect the two ferrule bodies 1. Preferably, the annular fixing band 3 is an elastic band.

[0025] like Figure 3 As shown, to further improve the connection stability of the two ferrule bodies 1, each ferrule body 1 is provided with a fixing slot 2 on both sides, and each fixing slot 2 is provided with a corresponding annular fixing band 3. The two annular fixing bands 3 are arranged in parallel, and several reinforcing strips 4 are provided between the two annular fixing bands 3 to increase the stability of the annular fixing bands 3.

[0026] In one specific embodiment, the fixing component includes a fixing buckle, with hooks at both ends. The two hooks respectively engage in the fixing slots 2 of the two insert bodies 1, thus maintaining the two mating insert bodies 1 in a fixed state. Fixing slots 2 are provided on both sides of the insert body 1, and each fixing slot 2 corresponds to a fixing buckle. The hooks at the ends of the fixing buckles engage in the fixing slots 2 of the insert bodies 1, ensuring the connection stability of the insert bodies 1. It should be noted that the fixing component in this utility model is not limited to structures such as the annular fixing band 3 and the fixing buckle. Simple modifications made by those skilled in the art based on the inventive concept of this utility model are all within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0027] like Figure 1 As shown, in one specific embodiment, the ferrule body 1 has an optical fiber insertion surface and an optical fiber exit surface at both ends. An optical fiber insertion slot is formed on the optical fiber insertion surface, and an optical fiber jack 5 is formed on the optical fiber exit surface. An optical fiber channel is provided inside the ferrule body 1, with both ends connected to the optical fiber insertion slot and the optical fiber jack 5, respectively. An adhesive injection port 7, communicating with the optical fiber channel, is formed on the surface of the ferrule body 1. Adhesive is injected into the optical fiber channel through the adhesive injection port 7 to fix the optical fiber. A positioning hole 6 or a guide pin is formed on the optical fiber exit surface, which facilitates the docking of two ferrule bodies 1. For two docking ferrule bodies 1, one ferrule body 1 has a positioning hole 6, and the other ferrule body 1 has a guide pin. The guide pin of one ferrule body 1 is inserted into the positioning hole 6 of the other ferrule body 1, allowing the two ferrule bodies 1 to dock smoothly and avoiding adverse consequences such as misalignment or incomplete contact.

[0028] like Figure 2As shown, in one specific embodiment, the ferrule body 1 includes a mating portion 8 and a boss portion 9. The width of the mating portion 8 is smaller than the width of the boss portion 9, and the fixing groove 2 is provided at the connection between the mating portion 8 and the boss portion 9. The boss portion 9 facilitates the user to pinch the ferrule body 1 with their fingers to assemble and disassemble the MT connector.

[0029] In use, the user pinches the protrusion 9 with their fingers, then aligns the two ferrule bodies 1, and finally secures them with the annular fixing strap 3, thus maintaining a stable connection. The ferrule bodies 1 of this invention have a simple structure, are fixed in place by fasteners, are easy to assemble and disassemble, have good fixing effect, provide stable data transmission, and reduce the size of the MT connector, allowing it to be used in confined spaces and improving space utilization.

[0030] In this description of the utility model, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. They can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model. Furthermore, the specific features and structures described in the embodiments are included in at least one implementation method. Those skilled in the art can combine features from different implementation methods without contradiction. The scope of protection of this utility model is not limited to the specific implementation methods described above. Based on the basic technical concept of this utility model, implementation methods that can be conceived by those skilled in the art without creative effort are all within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. An MT ferrule, comprising a ferrule body (1), characterized in that, The ferrule body (1) is provided with a fixing slot (2), which is used to engage a fixing member. One end of the fixing member is set in the fixing slot (2) of one ferrule body (1), and the other end of the fixing member is set in the fixing slot (2) of another ferrule body (1), so that the two ferrule bodies (1) that are connected to each other are kept in a fixed state by the fixing member.

2. The MT ferrule according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fastener includes an annular fixing band (3), which is used to fit into the fixing slots (2) of the two ferrule bodies (1) so that the two mating ferrule bodies (1) are kept in a fixed state.

3. The MT ferrule according to claim 2, characterized in that, The annular fixing band (3) is an elastic band.

4. The MT ferrule according to claim 2, characterized in that, The insert body (1) has a fixing slot (2) on both sides, and each fixing slot (2) is provided with a corresponding annular fixing band (3); a number of reinforcing strips (4) are provided between the two annular fixing bands (3).

5. The MT ferrule according to claim 4, characterized in that, The fastener includes a fixing buckle, and both ends of the fixing buckle are provided with hooks. The two hooks are respectively engaged in the fixing slots (2) of the two insert bodies (1) so that the two interlocking insert bodies (1) are kept in a fixed state.

6. The MT ferrule according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ferrule body (1) has an optical fiber insertion surface and an optical fiber exit surface at both ends. An optical fiber insertion slot is provided on the optical fiber insertion surface, and an optical fiber jack (5) is provided on the optical fiber exit surface. An optical fiber channel is provided inside the ferrule body (1), and the two ends of the optical fiber channel are connected to the optical fiber insertion slot and the optical fiber jack (5) respectively.

7. The MT ferrule according to claim 6, characterized in that, The optical fiber exit surface is provided with a positioning hole (6) or a guide pin.

8. The MT ferrule according to claim 6, characterized in that, The surface of the ferrule body (1) is provided with a glue injection port (7) that communicates with the optical fiber channel.

9. The MT ferrule according to claim 1, characterized in that, The insert body (1) includes a docking part (8) and a boss part (9). The width of the docking part (8) is smaller than the width of the boss part (9). The fixing groove (2) is provided at the connection between the docking part (8) and the boss part (9).

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