Tail fiber plugging tool and communication equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses a tail fiber plugging and unplugging tool and a communication device, by using the tail fiber plugging and unplugging tool, a worker can plug and unplug a tail fiber at a high place and inspect the communication device at the high place without using a ladder, so that the labor intensity of the worker can be reduced. The tail fiber plugging tool comprises a tail fiber plugging assembly and an inspection assembly. The tail fiber plugging assembly is provided with a clamping head matched with the tail fiber, and plugging of the tail fiber can be realized through the clamping head. And the inspection assembly is arranged at the bottom end of the tail fiber plugging assembly. The inspection assembly comprises a telescopic pipe and a reflector. The telescopic tube is vertically fixed at the bottom end of the tail fiber plugging assembly, the upper end of the telescopic tube is provided with a light inlet, and the lower end of the telescopic tube is provided with a light outlet. The number of the reflecting mirrors is two, the two reflecting mirrors are arranged at the two ends in the telescopic pipe respectively, one reflecting mirror is arranged at the position opposite to the light inlet, and the other reflecting mirror is arranged at the position opposite to the light outlet.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of communication equipment technology, specifically relating to a fiber optic plug-in / plug-out tool and a communication device. Background Technology

[0002] In the daily operation of a communication equipment room, it is frequently necessary to plug and unplug the fiber optic cables of the communication equipment in the cabinet and to inspect the operating status of the cabinet (the inspection includes:

[0003] (Check the operating status, tags, etc. of communication devices).

[0004] In existing technologies, when plugging or unplugging fiber optic cables at high locations in server racks (e.g., exceeding 2 meters in height), workers typically need to climb a ladder to reach the location and then use a fiber optic plugging / unplugging tool. Similarly, when inspecting communication equipment located high in server racks, workers must also climb a ladder to check the equipment's labels and operational status. This necessitates frequent ladder movement and climbing up and down, along with the need to carry additional fiber optic plugging / unplugging tools, resulting in high labor intensity, low operational convenience, and low work efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to address the above-mentioned shortcomings of the existing technology by providing a fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool and a communication device. Using this fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool, workers can plug and unplug fiber optic cables at high places and inspect communication devices at high places without using a ladder, thereby reducing the labor intensity of workers.

[0006] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a fiber optic plug-in / plug tool, which includes a fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly and an inspection assembly. The fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly has a clamping head adapted to the fiber optic cable, through which the fiber optic cable can be plugged in and out. The inspection assembly is located at the bottom end of the fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly and is used to check the operating status of communication equipment in the cabinet. The inspection assembly includes a telescopic tube and a reflector. The telescopic tube is vertically fixed at the bottom end of the fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly. The upper end of the telescopic tube is provided with a light inlet, and the lower end of the telescopic tube is provided with a light outlet. The light inlet and the light outlet face opposite directions and are both perpendicular to the axis of the telescopic tube. There are two reflectors, which are respectively located at both ends inside the telescopic tube. One reflector is located opposite the light inlet, and the other reflector is located opposite the light outlet, so that the light entering the light inlet can be reflected sequentially by the two reflectors and then emitted from the light outlet.

[0007] In some embodiments, the top surface of the telescopic tube is provided with a groove, and the pigtail plug-in assembly is detachably disposed in the groove.

[0008] In some embodiments, the inner wall of the groove is provided with an internal thread, and the outer side of the pigtail plug-in assembly is provided with an external thread adapted to the internal thread. The pigtail plug-in assembly is disposed in the groove through the external thread and the internal thread; or, the bottom of the groove is provided with a buckle, and the pigtail plug-in assembly is provided with a slot adapted to the buckle. The pigtail plug-in assembly is engaged in the groove through the buckle and the slot.

[0009] In some embodiments, the telescopic tube is made of an alloy.

[0010] In some embodiments, a magnifying glass is also provided at the light outlet.

[0011] In some embodiments, the fiber optic plug-in / plug tool further includes a lighting device; the lighting device is disposed at the upper end of the telescopic tube and is used to provide supplemental lighting for the object to be observed.

[0012] In some embodiments, the fiber optic plug-in / plug tool further includes a brightness adjuster; the brightness adjuster is disposed at the lower end of the telescopic tube and electrically connected to the lighting device for adjusting the brightness of the lighting device.

[0013] In some embodiments, the telescopic tube includes a plurality of hollow tubes that are sequentially connected; among two adjacent hollow tubes, a locking mechanism is provided on the outer hollow tube, which, after passing through the outer hollow tube, can abut against the inner hollow tube to limit the relative position of the two adjacent hollow tubes.

[0014] In some embodiments, the outer surface of the outermost hollow tube is provided with an anti-slip layer, or a handle is provided on the outermost hollow tube.

[0015] Therefore, the fiber optic plug-in / plug tool provided in this embodiment of the utility model, by setting a telescopic tube, allows the height of the upper end of the telescopic tube to be adjusted by adjusting the length of the telescopic tube; by vertically fixing the telescopic tube to the bottom end of the fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly, and by making the fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly have a clamping head adapted to the fiber optic cable, the clamping head on the fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly can be driven by the telescopic tube to plug and unplug the fiber optic cable on the communication equipment at the high position of the cabinet; by setting a light inlet at the upper end of the telescopic tube and a light outlet at the lower end of the telescopic tube, and making the light inlet and light outlet face opposite directions and both perpendicular to the axis of the telescopic tube, and by setting two reflectors at both ends inside the telescopic tube, with one reflector positioned opposite the light inlet and the other opposite the light outlet, the light entering the light inlet can be reflected sequentially by the two reflectors and then emitted from the light outlet, so that the staff can observe the position that needs to be inspected at the high position of the cabinet from the light outlet, thereby realizing the inspection. Compared to existing technologies, staff can perform fiber optic plugging / unplugging and inspection on the server room floor, eliminating the need to climb ladders to higher positions. This reduces the workload and increases efficiency for staff during these tasks. Furthermore, the integrated plugging / unplugging and inspection components enhance ease of operation for staff.

[0016] This utility model embodiment also provides a communication device, including a pigtail and a pigtail plugging / unplugging tool, wherein the pigtail plugging / unplugging tool adopts the pigtail plugging / unplugging tool in the first aspect.

[0017] The communication device provided in this embodiment of the utility model has the same beneficial effects as the above-mentioned fiber optic plug-in / plug-out tool, and will not be described in detail here. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 : A schematic diagram of a fiber optic cable insertion / removal tool provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0019] Among them, 1-telescopic tube; 2-reflector; 3-fiber optic plug-in assembly; 4-magnifying glass; 5-lighting equipment; 6-brightness adjuster; 7-hollow tube; 8-locking mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] Example 1:

[0022] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model embodiment provides a fiber optic plug-in / plug tool, which is applied in a communication equipment room to plug and unplug the fiber optic cables of communication equipment in the communication equipment room, and to inspect the communication equipment.

[0023] like Figure 1 As shown, the fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool includes a fiber optic plugging and unplugging assembly 3 and an inspection assembly. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging assembly 3 has a clamping head adapted to the fiber optic cable, which enables the plugging and unplugging of the fiber optic cable.

[0024] For example, the clamping head can be an elastic claw. When the pigtail needs to be inserted, the pigtail is first inserted into the elastic claw along its axial direction. The elastic claw fixes the pigtail with its own elasticity. Then, the pigtail insertion / removal assembly 3 is moved to the interface to be inserted so that the pigtail can be inserted into the corresponding interface. After that, the pigtail insertion / removal assembly 3 can be moved to disengage from the pigtail. When the pigtail needs to be removed, the pigtail insertion / removal assembly 3 is moved so that the elastic claw is inserted into the pigtail along its axial direction. The elastic claw fixes the pigtail with its own elasticity. Then, the pigtail insertion / removal assembly 3 is moved along the pigtail axial direction to remove the pigtail.

[0025] The inspection component is located at the bottom of the fiber optic plug-in assembly 3 and is used to check the operating status of the communication equipment in the cabinet. The inspection component includes a telescopic tube 1 and a reflector 2. The telescopic tube 1 is vertically fixed to the bottom of the fiber optic plug-in assembly 3. The upper end of the telescopic tube 1 is provided with a light inlet, and the lower end of the telescopic tube 1 is provided with a light outlet. The light inlet and the light outlet face opposite directions and are both perpendicular to the axis of the telescopic tube 1. There are two reflectors 2, which are respectively located at both ends inside the telescopic tube 1. One reflector 2 is located opposite the light inlet, and the other reflector 2 is located opposite the light outlet, so that the light entering the light inlet can be reflected sequentially by the two reflectors 2 and then emitted from the light outlet.

[0026] For example, the clamping head on the pigtail plug-in assembly 3 is a structure already existing in the art, and can be an elastic claw or a magnetic adsorption head.

[0027] For example, the pigtail plug-in assembly 3 may include a fixing part and a clamping head, with the inspection assembly fixed at the bottom end of the fixing part and the clamping head fixed on the fixing part.

[0028] For example, the telescopic tube 1 in the inspection assembly can be fixed to the fixed part by means of a connector (e.g., screw).

[0029] like Figure 1 As shown, the telescopic tube 1 is set vertically and can extend and retract vertically. Therefore, the height of the upper end of the telescopic tube 1 can be adjusted, thereby adjusting the height of the pigtail plug assembly 3.

[0030] For example, if the height of the highest point of the server rack is 3m, and the highest point that the staff can reach with their palm after raising their upper arm is 2m, then the length of the telescopic tube 1 after extension needs to be greater than 3m-2m=1m, so that after the staff stands on the ground of the server room and holds the telescopic tube 1, they can use the length of the telescopic tube 1 to operate the pigtail at the highest point (3m) of the server rack with the pigtail plug-in component 3 at the top of the telescopic tube 1, so that the staff no longer needs to use a ladder to operate the pigtail at the highest point (3m) of the server rack.

[0031] When it is necessary to plug or unplug fiber optic cables on communication equipment located high in the cabinet (e.g., exceeding 2m in height), the height of the telescopic tube 1 can be adjusted by extending or retracting it to align the light inlet to an appropriate length. The fiber optic cable insertion / unplugging assembly 3 at the upper end of the telescopic tube 1 then allows for insertion and unplugging. Compared to existing technologies, by adjusting the height of the telescopic tube, staff can plug or unplug high-level fiber optic cables from the floor of the server room, eliminating the need for ladders and reducing the workload and ease of operation.

[0032] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the light inlet and light outlet are horizontal openings located at the upper and lower ends of the telescopic tube 1, respectively.

[0033] For example, a horizontal protective tube can be provided at the light inlet and the light outlet, and a flat transparent glass can be provided at the opening of the horizontal protective tube to protect the reflector 2 inside the telescopic tube 1 and prevent dust from entering the telescopic tube 1.

[0034] For example, mirror 2 can be a general-purpose plane mirror.

[0035] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the angle between the two reflectors 2 and the horizontal plane can both be 45°. In this way, the horizontal light entering from the light inlet will change its propagation direction to vertically downward after being reflected by the first reflector 2. The vertically downward light will then change its propagation direction to horizontal after being reflected by the second reflector 2 opposite to the light outlet. At this time, the staff standing at the fiber optic outlet can observe the object directly opposite the light inlet.

[0036] That is, the two reflectors 2 form a periscope-like structure inside the telescopic tube 1.

[0037] When inspecting communication equipment located high up in the cabinet (e.g., exceeding 2 meters in height), the telescopic tube 1 is adjusted to an appropriate length using the telescopic mechanism, with the light inlet facing the location to be inspected (e.g., a label on the communication equipment). Workers can then inspect the location through the light outlet. Compared to existing technologies, this allows workers to complete inspections from the server room floor, eliminating the need to climb ladders, reducing workload, and improving operational convenience.

[0038] Therefore, the fiber optic plug-in / plug tool provided in this embodiment of the present invention, by setting a telescopic tube 1, can adjust the height of the upper end of the telescopic tube 1 by adjusting the length of the telescopic tube 1; by vertically fixing the telescopic tube 1 to the bottom end of the fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly 3, and by making the fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly 3 have a clamping head adapted to the fiber optic cable, the clamping head on the fiber optic plug-in / plug assembly 3 can be driven by the telescopic tube 1 to plug and unplug the fiber optic cable on the communication equipment at the top of the cabinet; by setting a light inlet at the upper end of the telescopic tube 1 and a light outlet at the lower end of the telescopic tube 1, and making the light inlet and the light outlet face opposite directions and both perpendicular to the axis of the telescopic tube 1, and by setting two reflectors 2 at both ends inside the telescopic tube 1, with one reflector 2 positioned opposite to the light inlet and the other reflector 2 positioned opposite to the light outlet, the light entering the light inlet can be reflected sequentially by the two reflectors 2 and then emitted from the light outlet, so that the staff can observe the position that needs to be inspected at the top of the cabinet from the light outlet, thereby realizing the inspection. Compared to existing technologies, staff can perform fiber optic plugging / unplugging and inspection on the floor of the server room, eliminating the need to climb ladders to higher positions. This reduces the workload and increases efficiency for staff during these tasks. Furthermore, the integrated fiber optic plugging / unplugging component 3 and the inspection component enhance the ease of operation for staff.

[0039] In some embodiments, the top surface of the telescopic tube 1 is provided with a groove, and the pigtail plug-in assembly 3 is detachably disposed in the groove.

[0040] For example, the upper end of the telescopic tube 1 is a hollow structure.

[0041] For example, the opening size of the groove is slightly smaller than the outer ring size of the fiber optic plug-in assembly 3, making the fiber optic plug-in assembly 3 more secure after being placed in the groove.

[0042] For example, the pigtail plug-in assembly 3 can also be snapped into the groove.

[0043] The above configuration facilitates the installation of the fiber optic plug-in assembly 3 on the top surface of the telescopic tube 1, and also makes it easy to replace the fiber optic plug-in assembly 3.

[0044] In some embodiments, the inner wall of the groove is provided with an internal thread, and the outer side of the fiber optic plug-in assembly 3 is provided with an external thread that matches the internal thread. The fiber optic plug-in assembly 3 is disposed in the groove through the external thread and the internal thread.

[0045] With the above settings, the pigtail plug-in assembly 3 and the telescopic tube 1 can be connected by threads, which facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the pigtail plug-in assembly 3 and the telescopic tube 1.

[0046] In some embodiments, a buckle is provided at the bottom of the groove, and a slot adapted to the buckle is provided on the fiber optic plug-in assembly 3. The fiber optic plug-in assembly 3 is engaged in the groove by the buckle and the slot.

[0047] For example, the buckles and slots are set in pairs, and the number of pairs of buckles and slots can be one or more.

[0048] With the above settings, the pigtail plug-in assembly 3 and the telescopic tube 1 can be interlocked, which facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the pigtail plug-in assembly 3 and the telescopic tube 1.

[0049] In some embodiments, the telescopic tube 1 is made of an alloy.

[0050] For example, the material of the telescopic tube 1 can be stainless steel or aluminum alloy, etc.

[0051] The above settings can improve the strength of the telescopic tube 1, prevent the telescopic tube 1 from deforming during use, and extend the service life of the fiber optic plug-in / plug tool.

[0052] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, a magnifying glass 4 is also installed at the light outlet.

[0053] like Figure 1 As shown, magnifying glass 4 is a convex lens, and it is vertically positioned at the light outlet.

[0054] like Figure 1 As shown, the light emitted from the reflector 2 at the lower end of the telescopic tube 1 enters the magnifying glass 4 perpendicularly.

[0055] With the above setup, staff can observe a magnified image of the object at the light outlet, facilitating detailed observation of the object. The principle by which the magnifying glass 4 magnifies the object is known in the art.

[0056] In the existing technology, some cabinet locations are in a state of no lighting or poor lighting conditions. When inspecting these cabinets, it is necessary to use external auxiliary light sources (such as flashlights) for illumination, which increases the number of tools that staff need to carry during inspections.

[0057] Based on this, in some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the fiber optic plug-in / plug tool also includes a lighting device 5. The lighting device 5 is located at the upper end of the telescopic tube 1 and is used to provide supplemental lighting for the object to be observed.

[0058] For example, the lighting device 5 can be an LED light.

[0059] Understandably, the lighting device 5 is also connected to a power supply device, such as a battery box, which can be fixed to the outside of the telescopic tube 1.

[0060] With the above settings, the lighting device 5 can provide supplemental lighting for the object to be observed, enabling staff to observe objects in unlit locations using a fiber optic plug-in tool. It also eliminates the need for staff to carry external auxiliary light sources when inspecting the cabinet.

[0061] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the fiber optic plug-in / plug tool also includes a brightness adjuster 6. The brightness adjuster 6 is located at the lower end of the telescopic tube 1 and is electrically connected to the lighting device 5, used to adjust the brightness of the lighting device 5.

[0062] For example, the brightness adjuster 6 can be a rotary adjustment switch, which can adjust the brightness of the lighting device 5 by rotating the rotary adjustment switch.

[0063] The brightness of the lighting device 5 can be adjusted through the above settings, thereby providing better supplementary lighting for the object to be observed, enabling staff to observe the object more clearly.

[0064] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the telescopic tube 1 includes a plurality of hollow tubes 7 that are sequentially connected; among two adjacent hollow tubes 7, a locking mechanism 8 is provided on the outer hollow tube 7. After passing through the outer hollow tube 7, the locking mechanism 8 can abut against the inner hollow tube 7 to limit the relative position of the two adjacent hollow tubes 7.

[0065] For example, Figure 1 The image shows three hollow tubes 7, which are connected in sequence.

[0066] For example, the locking mechanism 8 can be a stud or a snap-fit ​​block. The working principle of the locking mechanism 8 will be explained below using a stud as an example.

[0067] For example, from top to bottom, the three hollow tubes 7 are defined as the first hollow tube, the second hollow tube and the third hollow tube respectively. A stud is provided on the second hollow tube and the third hollow tube respectively. Each stud can be rotated relative to the second hollow tube or the third hollow tube to adjust the position of the top of the stud.

[0068] When it is necessary to extend the telescopic tube 1, pull the second hollow tube out from the third hollow tube and pull the first hollow tube out from the second hollow tube. Rotate the stud on the third hollow tube so that the top of the stud on the third hollow tube extends into the interior of the third hollow tube and abuts against the second hollow tube, thereby keeping the second hollow tube and the third hollow tube relatively fixed. Rotate the stud on the second hollow tube so that the top of the stud on the second hollow tube extends into the interior of the second hollow tube and abuts against the first hollow tube, thereby keeping the second hollow tube and the first hollow tube relatively fixed. In this way, the positions of the three hollow tubes 7 can be kept relatively fixed.

[0069] When it is necessary to shorten the telescopic tube 1, simply reverse the steps described above for the stud and the three hollow tubes 7.

[0070] In some embodiments, an anti-slip layer is provided on the outer surface of the outermost hollow tube 7.

[0071] For example, the materials of the anti-slip layer include plastic, rubber, etc.

[0072] In other examples, a handle is provided on the outermost hollow tube 7.

[0073] For example, the handle can be strip-shaped or semi-circular, and the handle can be fixed to the hollow tube 7 by connectors or welding.

[0074] The above design makes it easier for staff to hold the outermost hollow tube 7, improving the stability of the staff when operating the fiber optic plug and unplug tool.

[0075] Example 2:

[0076] This utility model embodiment also provides a communication device, including a pigtail and a pigtail plugging / unplugging tool, wherein the pigtail plugging / unplugging tool is the same as the pigtail plugging / unplugging tool in embodiment 1.

[0077] For example, the communication equipment may include a fiber optic patch panel with multiple pigtails.

[0078] The above settings can reduce the difficulty of plugging and unplugging and inspecting the fiber optic cables of communication equipment, thereby reducing the workload of staff.

[0079] It is understood that the above embodiments are merely exemplary implementations used to illustrate the principles of this utility model, and the utility model is not limited thereto. For those skilled in the art, various modifications and improvements can be made without departing from the spirit and essence of this utility model, and these modifications and improvements are also considered to be within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A fiber optic plug-in / plug-out tool, characterized in that, include: The pigtail insertion and removal assembly (3) has a clamping head adapted to the pigtail, through which the pigtail can be inserted and removed; and, The inspection component is located at the bottom of the fiber optic plug-in component (3) and is used to check the operating status of the communication equipment in the cabinet. The inspection component includes: A telescopic tube (1) is vertically fixed to the bottom end of the fiber optic plug-in assembly (3). The upper end of the telescopic tube (1) has a light inlet, and the lower end has a light outlet. The light inlet and the light outlet face opposite directions and are both perpendicular to the axis of the telescopic tube (1). Two reflectors (2) are respectively set at both ends of the telescopic tube (1). One of the reflectors (2) is set at a position opposite to the light inlet, and the other reflector (2) is set at a position opposite to the light outlet, so that the light entering the light inlet can be reflected by the two reflectors (2) in sequence and then emitted from the light outlet.

2. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top surface of the telescopic tube (1) is provided with a groove, and the pigtail plug-in assembly (3) is detachably disposed in the groove.

3. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to claim 2, characterized in that, The inner wall of the groove is provided with an internal thread, and the outer side of the pigtail plug-in assembly (3) is provided with an external thread that matches the internal thread. The pigtail plug-in assembly (3) is disposed in the groove through the external thread and the internal thread. or, The bottom of the groove is provided with a buckle, and the pigtail plug-in assembly (3) is provided with a slot that matches the buckle. The pigtail plug-in assembly (3) is engaged in the groove through the buckle and the slot.

4. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The telescopic tube (1) is made of alloy.

5. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, A magnifying glass (4) is also provided at the light outlet.

6. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes lighting equipment (5); The lighting device (5) is installed at the upper end of the telescopic tube (1) and is used to provide supplemental lighting for the object to be observed.

7. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to claim 6, characterized in that, It also includes a brightness adjuster (6); The brightness regulator (6) is located at the lower end of the telescopic tube (1) and is electrically connected to the lighting device (5) for adjusting the brightness of the lighting device (5).

8. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The telescopic tube (1) includes a plurality of hollow tubes (7) that are connected in sequence; among two adjacent hollow tubes (7), a locking mechanism (8) is provided on the outer hollow tube (7). After the locking mechanism (8) passes through the outer hollow tube (7), it can abut against the inner hollow tube (7) to limit the relative position of the two adjacent hollow tubes (7).

9. The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to claim 8, characterized in that, The outer surface of the outermost hollow tube (7) is provided with an anti-slip layer, or a handle is provided on the outermost hollow tube (7).

10. A communication device, comprising a fiber optic pigtail and a fiber optic plugging / unplugging tool, characterized in that, The fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool is the fiber optic plugging and unplugging tool according to any one of claims 1-9.

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