Optical fiber device protection apparatus

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of optical fiber, and the utility model provides a kind of optical fiber equipment protection device, for protecting the optical fiber port on optical fiber equipment shell, including protective shell, lid and unlocking button, protective shell is used to with optical fiber equipment shell detachable connection, and corresponding optical fiber port setting is arranged, opening is equipped on protective shell, opening is communicated with optical fiber port, opening is used to pass for optical fiber connector to make optical fiber connector and optical fiber port plug-in;Lid movable cover is set in opening, for opening or closing opening;Unlocking button is set on protective shell, for pressing drive the buckle of optical fiber connector, to make optical fiber connector and optical fiber port separate.The utility model provides the optical fiber equipment protection device aims at solving the problem that the optical fiber port of optical fiber equipment in traditional technology is easily polluted by dust or other debris, affects the use of optical fiber equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of optical fiber technology, and in particular to a protective device for optical fiber equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Existing optical modules typically use dust caps to protect the interface. These dust caps are usually separate units, requiring the cap to be removed before use, which can easily lead to their loss. Furthermore, when the fiber optic port is not connected to a cable, dust can enter. Moreover, most dust caps on the market are made of soft rubber, which easily attracts dust. Improper storage can lead to contamination of the fiber optic port during reuse. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention provides a protective device for optical fiber equipment, which aims to solve the problem that the optical fiber port of optical fiber equipment is easily contaminated by dust or other debris in traditional technology, affecting the use of optical fiber equipment.

[0004] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a fiber optic equipment protection device for protecting the fiber optic port on the housing of the fiber optic equipment. The device includes a protective shell, a cover, and an unlocking button. The protective shell is detachably connected to the housing of the fiber optic equipment and is provided corresponding to the fiber optic port. The protective shell has an opening that communicates with the fiber optic port and allows a fiber optic connector to pass through so that the fiber optic connector can be inserted into the fiber optic port.

[0005] The cover is movably disposed over the opening, and is used to open or close the opening;

[0006] The unlock button is located on the protective shell and is used to press and drive the buckle of the fiber optic connector to separate the fiber optic connector from the fiber optic port.

[0007] According to the present invention, a protective device for optical fiber equipment is provided, wherein a through hole is provided on one side of the protective shell, the unlocking button includes a mounting plate and a button disposed on the mounting plate, the button is movably disposed through the through hole, the mounting plate is disposed inside the protective shell, and the button is used to drive the mounting plate to press and drive the buckle.

[0008] According to the fiber optic equipment protection device provided by this utility model, the unlock button further includes a reset spring. One end of the reset spring is connected to the inner wall of the protective shell, and the other end is connected to the mounting plate. The reset spring is used to drive the button to reset.

[0009] According to the present invention, a fiber optic equipment protection device includes a rotating shaft disposed at the end of the protective shell, the rotating shaft being located on one side of the opening, and the cover being rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft.

[0010] According to the present invention, a fiber optic equipment protection device includes two rotating shafts disposed at the end of the protective shell, the two rotating shafts being disposed on both sides of the opening, and a cover being rotatably connected to each rotating shaft.

[0011] According to the present invention, a fiber optic equipment protection device further includes an elastic reset mechanism disposed on the cover, the elastic reset mechanism being used to drive the cover to reset from the open state to the closed state.

[0012] The elastic reset mechanism includes a torsion spring sleeved on the rotating shaft. The two ends of the torsion spring are connected to the cover and are used to drive the cover to reset from the open state to the closed state.

[0013] According to the present invention, a fiber optic equipment protection device further includes an elastic reset mechanism disposed on the cover, the elastic reset mechanism being used to drive the cover to reset from the open state to the closed state.

[0014] The elastic reset mechanism includes an elastic rib disposed on the rotating shaft, with one end of the elastic rib disposed on the rotating shaft and the other end connected to the cover.

[0015] According to the present invention, a protective device for optical fiber equipment is provided, wherein each of the covers has a notch on its edge, and two notches are arranged to form an optical fiber hole, and the optical fiber hole is correspondingly provided with the optical fiber port.

[0016] According to the present invention, a protective device for optical fiber equipment is provided in which the optical fiber hole and the optical fiber port are concentrically arranged.

[0017] According to the present invention, a protective device for optical fiber equipment has a conformal cavity inside the protective shell. The conformal cavity is connected to the optical fiber port and the opening. The conformal cavity is used to adapt to the shape of the optical fiber connector in order to protect the optical fiber connector.

[0018] The fiber optic equipment protection device provided by this utility model features a detachable protective shell that is easily installed and removed from the fiber optic equipment housing. The protective shell protects the fiber optic port from dust contamination and also protects the fiber optic connector, enhancing its strength. Furthermore, the cover can be opened and closed flexibly. When fiber optic cable insertion is required, the cover can be opened for easy connection; when not in use, the cover can be closed to prevent dust accumulation, thus ensuring the fiber optic port remains clean for an extended period and extending the lifespan of the protection device. Finally, the device includes an unlocking button for easy connection and disconnection of the fiber optic connector from the fiber optic port, improving connector installation efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the fiber optic equipment protection device provided by this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram in use;

[0022] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A sectional view;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the second embodiment of the fiber optic equipment protection device provided by this utility model.

[0024] Reference numerals: 1. Fiber optic equipment; 11. Fiber optic equipment housing; 12. Fiber optic port; 2. Fiber optic equipment protective device; 21. Protective shell; 211. Contouring cavity; 212. Opening; 213. Through hole; 22. Cover; 221. Notch; 222. Fiber optic hole; 23. Shaft; 24. Torsion spring; 25. Button; 251. Button; 252. Mounting plate; 3. Fiber optic connector. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0026] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this utility model.

[0028] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0029] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0030] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the present invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention; however, those skilled in the art will recognize the applicability of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0031] The following is combined with Figures 1-4 This utility model describes the fiber optic equipment protection device 2.

[0032] In view of the problem that the fiber optic ports of fiber optic devices are easily contaminated by dust or other debris in traditional technologies, affecting the use of the fiber optic devices, this utility model provides a fiber optic device protection device 2 to protect the fiber optic ports 12 on the housing 11 of the fiber optic device. The fiber optic device protection device 2 includes a protective shell 21, a cover 22, and an unlocking button.

[0033] Please see Figure 1The fiber optic device 1 includes a fiber optic device housing 11 and a fiber optic port 12 disposed on the fiber optic device housing 11. The fiber optic connector 3 is connected to the fiber optic device 1 via the fiber optic port 12. Other functional components of the fiber optic device 1 may be disposed inside the fiber optic device housing 11. The main improvement of this utility model is the fiber optic device protection device 2, which does not limit the use function of the fiber optic device 1.

[0034] The fiber optic equipment protection device 2 includes a protective shell 21, a cover 22, and an unlocking button. The protective shell 21 is detachably connected to the fiber optic equipment housing 11 and corresponds to the fiber optic port 12. The protective shell 21 has an opening 212 communicating with the fiber optic port 12, allowing the fiber optic connector 3 to pass through and be inserted into the fiber optic port 12. The cover 22 is movably positioned over the opening 212, used to open or close the opening 212. The unlocking button is located on the protective shell 21 and is used to press and drive the latch of the fiber optic connector 3, thus separating the fiber optic connector 3 from the fiber optic port 12. It should be noted that the protective shell 21 of the fiber optic equipment protection device 2 provided by this utility model is detachably connected to the fiber optic equipment housing 11, facilitating installation and disassembly. The protective shell 21 protects the fiber optic port 12, preventing dust from entering and contaminating it. The protective shell 21 also provides a protective covering for the fiber optic connector 3, enhancing its strength. Furthermore, the cover 22 can be opened or closed flexibly. When it is necessary to insert the fiber optic connector 3, the cover 22 can be opened for easy insertion. When it is not necessary to insert the fiber optic connector 3, the cover 22 can be closed to prevent dust. This can ensure the cleanliness of the fiber optic port 12 for a long time and improve the service life of the fiber optic equipment protection device 2. Finally, the fiber optic equipment protection device 2 also includes an unlocking button 25, which facilitates the insertion or disconnection of the fiber optic connector 3 from the fiber optic port 12, improving the installation efficiency of the fiber optic connector 3.

[0035] The protective shell 21 can be detachably connected to the fiber optic equipment shell 11 by means of adhesive bonding, magnetic connection, snap-fit ​​connection, bolt connection or plug-in connection, and this utility model does not limit it in this way.

[0036] It should be noted that without the unlock button 25, when inserting the fiber optic connector 3, it might be necessary to first insert the fiber optic connector 3 into the fiber optic port 12, and then cover the fiber optic port 12 with the protective shell 21 and other structures; when removing the fiber optic connector 3, it would also be necessary to first disconnect the protective shell 21 and other structures from the fiber optic equipment housing 11, and then remove the fiber optic connector 3. However, the process would be more complicated. Therefore, this utility model provides an unlock button 25 to simplify the insertion and removal process of the fiber optic connector 3. For details, please refer to... Figures 1-3The protective shell 21 has a through hole 213 on one side. The unlocking button 25 includes a mounting plate 252 and a button 251 disposed on the mounting plate 252. The button 251 is movably inserted through the through hole 213. The mounting plate 252 is disposed inside the protective shell 21. The button 251 is used to drive the mounting plate 252 to press and drive the latch. In an optional embodiment, the effect of driving the latch can also be achieved by only setting the button 251, which only needs to be aligned with the latch. However, considering that the area of ​​the button 251 is small, and only the button 251 is provided, the button 251 is easy to fall off. Therefore, the unlocking button 25 provided by this utility model includes a button 251 and a mounting plate 252. The mounting plate 252 limits the button 251 so that the button 251 will not fall off the through hole 213. The mounting plate 252 can also increase the contact area with the latch, making pressing easier.

[0037] Furthermore, the unlock button 25 also includes a return spring. One end of the return spring is connected to the inner wall of the protective shell 21, and the other end is connected to the mounting plate 252. The return spring is used to drive the button 251 to reset, thereby improving the operation of the button 251. In other optional embodiments, the unlock button 25 is made of an elastic material, so that the unlock button 25 can reset by its own elastic deformation. Of course, other reset methods, such as elastic ribs, are also possible, and this utility model is not limited to them.

[0038] As mentioned earlier, the cover 22 is movably fitted over the opening 212. For ease of opening and closing of the cover 22, and to simplify structural installation, please refer to [link / reference needed]. Figure 1 The fiber optic equipment protection device 2 includes a rotating shaft 23 located at the end of the protective shell 21. The rotating shaft 23 is located on one side of the opening 212, and the cover 22 is rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft 23. The cover 22 can be opened and closed by rotating around the rotating shaft 23, and the fact that the cover 22 is located on one side of the opening 212 allows for single-sided opening, which saves operating space.

[0039] In another alternative implementation, please refer to Figure 4 The fiber optic equipment protection device 2 includes two rotating shafts 23 located at the end of the protective shell 21. The two rotating shafts 23 are respectively located on both sides of the opening 212, and a cover 22 is rotatably connected to each rotating shaft 23. In this way, each rotating shaft 23 is independently equipped with a cover 22, realizing a double-door form. The two covers 22 open and close facing each other, which is suitable for multi-interface scenarios and makes it easier to realize the control of opening, closing and shutting down.

[0040] To ensure that the cover 22 resets promptly after opening to prevent dust from entering, the technical solution provided by this utility model includes an elastic reset mechanism on the cover 22, used to drive the cover 22 to reset from the open state to the closed state. In one optional embodiment, the elastic reset mechanism includes a torsion spring 24 sleeved on the rotating shaft 23, with both ends of the torsion spring 24 connected to the cover 22 to allow the cover 22 to be reset. By providing the torsion spring 24, a pre-tightening force can be applied to the cover 22, allowing the cover 22 to reset promptly after the fiber optic connector 3 is pulled out of the fiber optic port 12 to prevent dust from entering. Furthermore, when the fiber optic connector 3 is inserted into the fiber optic port 12, the cover 22, due to its reset tendency, will press tightly against the fiber optic connector 3, providing a clamping and anti-dislodgement effect. In another optional embodiment, the elastic reset mechanism includes an elastic rib provided on the rotating shaft 23, with one end of the elastic rib on the rotating shaft 23 and the other end connected to the cover 22. When the cover 22 is opened, the elastic rib is stretched, allowing the fiber optic connector 3 to be inserted into the fiber optic port 12. After the fiber optic connector 3 is installed, the elastic rib retracts, which can drive the cover 22 to reset. In other optional embodiments, the elastic reset mechanism may also include a spring sheet, or it may rely on the natural gravity of the cover 22 to reset it. This utility model does not limit this.

[0041] Furthermore, if only a cover 22 is provided, when the fiber optic connector 3 is inserted into the fiber optic port 12, although the cover 22 will be pressed tightly against the fiber optic connector 3 by the torsion spring 24 or the elastic rib, partially blocking the gap of the opening 212, the opening 212 will still be mostly open, allowing dust to enter. Therefore, in the technical solution provided by this utility model, the dust prevention problem must be considered not only when the fiber optic connector 3 is not inserted, but also when the fiber optic connector 3 is inserted. Please refer to... Figure 4 Each cover 22 has a notch 221 on its edge, and two notches 221 together form an optical fiber hole 222, which corresponds to the optical fiber port 12. With this configuration, when the optical fiber connector 3 is inserted into the optical fiber port 12, the two covers 22 automatically close, allowing the end of the optical fiber connector 3 to pass through the optical fiber hole 222. Both the end of the optical fiber connector 3 and the optical fiber port 12 are enclosed within the protective shell 21, preventing dust from entering. This achieves comprehensive dust protection for the optical fiber port 12 during and before and after use. In an optional technical solution, a first magnet and a second magnet, or a magnet and a metal body, can be respectively provided on the edges of the two covers 22, allowing the two covers 22 to attract each other, ensuring a stable alignment and preventing misalignment of the two covers 22 from affecting the formation of the optical fiber hole 222 and dust shielding.

[0042] Furthermore, to facilitate the insertion of the fiber optic connector 3, the fiber optic port 222 and the fiber optic port 12 are concentrically positioned. This allows the fiber optic connector 3 to be inserted directly without bending, thereby eliminating fiber optic bending loss and ensuring the stability of optical signal transmission.

[0043] Furthermore, the protective shell 21 contains a contoured cavity 211, which communicates with the fiber optic port 12 and the opening 212. The contoured cavity 211 is used to adapt to the shape of the fiber optic connector 3. It should be noted that there is still a gap between the fiber optic connector 3 and the inner wall of the contoured cavity 211. This allows the fiber optic connector 3 to obtain stronger protection without affecting the insertion and removal of the cable. In addition, by setting up the protective shell 21, when the fiber optic connector 3 is subjected to external force, most of the tensile force will be borne by the protective shell 21 first, and a small portion will be transmitted to the weak point of the fiber optic connector 3, thus improving the service life of the fiber optic connector 3.

[0044] Based on the aforementioned fiber optic equipment protection device 2, this utility model also provides a fiber optic equipment 1, including a fiber optic equipment body and the aforementioned fiber optic equipment protection device 2. The fiber optic equipment body includes a fiber optic equipment housing 11 and a fiber optic port 12. The fiber optic equipment protection device 2 is disposed on the fiber optic equipment body. The protective housing 21 is detachably connected to the fiber optic equipment housing 11 and is disposed corresponding to the fiber optic port 12. The fiber optic port 12 is connected to the opening 212 and is disposed opposite to it.

[0045] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A protective device for optical fiber equipment, used to protect the optical fiber port on the housing of optical fiber equipment, characterized in that, The device includes a protective shell, a cover, and an unlock button. The protective shell is detachably connected to the housing of the fiber optic equipment and is provided with a corresponding fiber optic port. The protective shell has an opening that communicates with the fiber optic port and is used to allow a fiber optic connector to pass through so that the fiber optic connector can be inserted into the fiber optic port. The cover is movably disposed over the opening, and is used to open or close the opening; The unlock button is located on the protective shell and is used to press and drive the buckle of the fiber optic connector to separate the fiber optic connector from the fiber optic port.

2. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective shell has a through hole on one side. The unlocking button includes a mounting plate and a button on the mounting plate. The button is movably inserted through the through hole. The mounting plate is located inside the protective shell. The button is used to drive the mounting plate to press and drive the buckle.

3. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The unlock button also includes a reset spring, one end of which is connected to the inner wall of the protective shell and the other end is connected to the mounting plate. The reset spring is used to drive the button to reset.

4. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fiber optic equipment protection device includes a rotating shaft located at the end of the protective shell, the rotating shaft being situated on one side of the opening, and the cover being rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft.

5. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fiber optic equipment protection device includes two rotating shafts located at the end of the protective shell, with the two rotating shafts located on both sides of the opening, and a cover body rotatably connected to each of the rotating shafts.

6. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The fiber optic equipment protection device also includes an elastic reset mechanism disposed on the cover, the elastic reset mechanism being used to drive the cover to reset from the open state to the closed state; The elastic reset mechanism includes a torsion spring sleeved on the rotating shaft. The two ends of the torsion spring are connected to the cover and are used to drive the cover to reset from the open state to the closed state.

7. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The fiber optic equipment protection device also includes an elastic reset mechanism disposed on the cover, the elastic reset mechanism being used to drive the cover to reset from the open state to the closed state; The elastic reset mechanism includes an elastic rib disposed on the rotating shaft, with one end of the elastic rib disposed on the rotating shaft and the other end connected to the cover.

8. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 5, characterized in that, Each of the covers has a notch at its edge, and two notches together form an optical fiber hole, which is corresponding to the optical fiber port.

9. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The fiber optic aperture and the fiber optic port are concentrically arranged.

10. The fiber optic equipment protection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective shell has a contoured cavity that communicates with the optical fiber port and the opening. The contoured cavity is used to adapt to the shape of the optical fiber connector in order to protect the optical fiber connector.

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