A fiber optic end face cleaning tool

Abstract

This application discloses a fiber optic end-face cleaning tool, belonging to the field of fiber optic end-face cleaning technology. It mainly includes a detector with a lanyard rotatably mounted on one side; a cleaning pen with one end connected to the lanyard; and a pen holder located on the side of the detector near the lanyard. The pen holder contains multiple sets of insertion holes, the size of which is adapted to the size of the cleaning pen. Each insertion hole contains multiple sets of slots, and the cleaning pen has a corresponding number of insert rods on its outer side, the size of which is adapted to the size of the slots. This fiber optic end-face cleaning tool, by incorporating a pen holder, not only solves the problem of cleaning pen storage but also improves the overall safety and reliability of the tool, ensuring the cleaning pen is securely fixed and providing comprehensive protection for fiber optic end-face maintenance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of optical fiber end-face cleaning technology, specifically to an optical fiber end-face cleaning tool. Background Technology

[0002] Optical fiber is a type of fiber made of glass or plastic that serves as a light transmission medium, operating on the principle of total internal reflection. Because the transmission loss of light in optical fiber is much lower than that of electricity in wires, it is used for long-distance information transmission. During the manufacturing process or after prolonged use, dirt can accumulate on the fiber optic end faces and the ceramic end faces covering the fiber, affecting its normal operation. Therefore, it is necessary to clean the ceramic end faces of the optical fiber using a cleaning device.

[0003] For example, patent CN217857745U discloses a fiber optic end-face cleaning device. This patent uses a gas-liquid mixing device to blow clean air and cleaning liquid toward the front end of the fiber optic end face to be cleaned, forming a cleaning gas-liquid mixture. This mixture washes away the oil mist and dirt on the fiber optic end face and blows the washed-away oil mist and dirt away from the fiber optic end face, thereby achieving non-contact cleaning of the fiber optic end face and avoiding hard scratches on the fiber core end face and damage to the end face.

[0004] In the aforementioned patent, the device uses a gas-liquid mixing device to blow clean air and cleaning liquid towards the front end of the optical fiber being cleaned, thus achieving contactless cleaning. However, since there is no fixing device between the cleaning pen and the main unit, the operator needs to use an extra hand to hold the cleaning pen every time they move the device. In practical applications, operators may need to frequently move the optical fiber end-face cleaning device between different work areas. This movement not only increases the complexity and physical exertion of the operation but may also cause the operator to become distracted during the movement, affecting the overall smoothness of the operation. Therefore, it is necessary to provide an optical fiber end-face cleaning tool with a fixing device to solve the above problems.

[0005] It should be noted that the information disclosed in this background section is only for understanding the background technology of this application concept, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Based on the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, the problem to be solved by this application is to provide an optical fiber end face cleaning tool that can quickly fix the cleaning pen and prevent it from shaking when moving.

[0007] The technical solution adopted by this application to solve its technical problem is as follows: an optical fiber end face cleaning tool, including a detector, on one side of which a hanging rope is rotatably mounted; a cleaning pen, one end of which is connected to the hanging rope; a pen holder, which is disposed on the side of the detector near the hanging rope, the pen holder having multiple sets of insertion holes, the size of which is adapted to the size of the cleaning pen; multiple sets of slots being provided in the insertion holes, and a plug rod being installed on the outside of the cleaning pen, the number of which is adapted to the number of slots, the size of which is adapted to the size of the slots.

[0008] Furthermore, the detector includes a main unit with a panel on one side and a display screen on the outer side of the panel.

[0009] Furthermore, the cleaning pen has a groove at the top, a push block is slidably installed in the groove, a spring is installed between the push block and the groove, a connecting rod is slidably installed inside the cleaning pen, and a cleaning head is located at the top of the connecting rod.

[0010] Furthermore, the card slot is configured as an L-shape.

[0011] Furthermore, the bottom of the display screen is provided with multiple sets of detection ports, and miniature cameras are installed in the detection ports.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this application are: the fiber optic end face cleaning tool provided by this application, by setting up a pen holder, not only solves the problem of storing the cleaning pen, but also improves the overall safety and reliability of the tool, and provides a guarantee for the fixation of the cleaning pen.

[0013] In addition to the purposes, features, and advantages described above, this application has other purposes, features, and advantages. A further detailed description of this application will be provided below with reference to the figures. Attached Figure Description

[0014] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of this application. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of this application are used to explain this application and do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0015] Figure 1 This is an overall schematic diagram of a fiber optic end-face cleaning tool according to this application;

[0016] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A side view of the detector.

[0017] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the cleaning pen;

[0018] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the internal structure of the pen holder;

[0019] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:

[0020] 1. Detector; 11. Main unit; 12. Panel; 13. Display screen; 14. Detection port; 15. Hanging rope; 2. Cleaning pen; 21. Slide groove; 22. Push block; 23. Connecting rod; 3. Pen holder; 31. Insertion hole; 32. Card slot; 33. Insert rod. Detailed Implementation

[0021] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. This application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0022] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0023] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this application provides a fiber optic end face cleaning tool, including a detector 1, which is used to detect the cleanliness of the fiber optic end face, and a cleaning pen 2 is provided on one side of the detector 1, which is used to clean the fiber optic end face.

[0024] The detector 1 includes a main unit 11, a panel 12 on one side of the main unit 11, a display screen 13 on the outer side of the panel 12, and multiple detection ports 14 at the bottom of the display screen 13. Each detection port 14 is equipped with a miniature camera. When the detector 1 starts working, the miniature camera will transmit the collected image information of the fiber optic end face to the display screen 13, which will facilitate subsequent cleaning operations.

[0025] like Figures 1-3 As shown, a hanging rope 15 is rotatably installed on one side of the detector 1. The end of the hanging rope 15 away from the detector 1 is detachably connected to the cleaning pen 2. When the cleaning pen 2 is accidentally dropped, the hanging rope 15 can buffer the impact to a certain extent, prevent the cleaning pen 2 from hitting the ground directly and being damaged, and extend the service life of the cleaning pen 2.

[0026] The cleaning pen 2 has a hollow interior and a groove 21 on the top. A push block 22 is slidably installed in the groove 21, and a spring (not shown in the figure) is fixedly installed between the push block 22 and the groove 21.

[0027] Meanwhile, a connecting rod 23 is slidably installed inside the cleaning pen 2. The top of the connecting rod 23 has a cleaning head. The cleaning head can contact the fiber end face during cleaning, so that the stains and impurities on its surface can be quickly removed without damaging the fiber end face. The connecting rod 23 is fixedly connected to the push block 22.

[0028] When the push block 22 is in the initial position, the connecting rod 23 and the connector are both inside the cleaning pen 2. When it is necessary to clean the optical fiber, the push block 22 is pushed to move inside the slide groove 21, which in turn moves the connecting rod 23 inside the cleaning pen 2, so that the cleaning head is pushed out from the cleaning pen 2 and contacts and cleans the end face of the optical fiber. After cleaning, the push block 22 is released, and under the action of the spring, the push block 22 will automatically return to the initial position, while the connecting rod 23 and the cleaning head retract into the cleaning pen 2. This process is repeated several times to quickly complete the cleaning of the end face of the optical fiber. The operation is simple and convenient.

[0029] like Figures 2-4 As shown, multiple pen holders 3 are provided on the side of the main unit 11 near the cleaning pen 2. Multiple sockets 31 are provided in the pen holders 3. The size of the sockets 31 is adapted to the size of the cleaning pen 2. In order to prevent the cleaning pen 2 from falling out of the pen holders 3, multiple slots 32 are also provided in the sockets 31. The slots 32 are L-shaped. At the same time, a plug rod 33 is installed on the outside of the cleaning pen 2, which is adapted to the number of slots 32. The size of the plug rod 33 is adapted to the size of the slot 32.

[0030] When the cleaning pen 2 needs to be stored, simply insert the stick 33 on the cleaning pen 2 into the slot 32. Once it contacts the bottom of the slot 32, the stick 33 can be inserted into the inside of the slot 32 by rotating the cleaning pen 2, thus fixing the cleaning pen 2 in place. It will not easily fall off even if there is slight shaking or collision.

[0031] In summary, by incorporating the pen holder 3, this device not only solves the storage problem of the cleaning pen 2 but also improves the overall safety and reliability of the tool, providing a guarantee for the secure fixation of the cleaning pen 2.

[0032] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A fiber optic end-face cleaning tool, characterized in that: include: The detector (1) has a hanging rope (15) rotatably mounted on one side. A cleaning pen (2), one end of which is connected to the hanging rope (15); A pen holder (3) is provided on the side of the detector (1) near the hanging rope (15). The pen holder (3) is provided with multiple sets of sockets (31), the size of which is adapted to the size of the cleaning pen (2). The socket (31) is provided with multiple sets of slots (32), and the cleaning pen (2) is provided with a rod (33) on the outside that matches the number of slots (32). The size of the rod (33) matches the size of the slot (32).

2. The optical fiber end-face cleaning tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detector (1) includes a main unit (11), a panel (12) is provided on one side of the main unit (11), and a display screen (13) is provided on the outer side of the panel (12).

3. The fiber optic end-face cleaning tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cleaning pen (2) has a groove (21) at the top, a push block (22) is slidably installed in the groove (21), a spring is installed between the push block (22) and the groove (21), and a connecting rod (23) is slidably installed inside the cleaning pen (2), with a cleaning head at the top of the connecting rod (23).

4. The optical fiber end-face cleaning tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The card slot (32) is L-shaped.

5. The optical fiber end-face cleaning tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the display screen (13) is provided with multiple sets of detection ports (14), and miniature cameras are installed in the detection ports (14).

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