A fiber optic cabling device

Abstract

This utility model discloses a fiber optic splicing device, including a patch panel, an auxiliary splicing unit, and a label storage unit. The auxiliary splicing unit is disposed on the patch panel and includes a first mounting frame, a horizontal moving part, and a limiting part. The first mounting frame is installed on the top of the patch panel, and the top of the patch panel has a cavity for installing the first mounting frame. Multiple horizontal moving parts are slidably mounted on the top of the first mounting frame, and each of the multiple horizontal moving parts matches the position of the fiber optic insertion port on the end face of the patch panel. Multiple limiting parts are disposed on the horizontal moving parts. This device solves the problem in the prior art that operators need to simultaneously maintain the stability of the fiber optic insertion port and guide the fiber optic cable to the outlet, which is labor-intensive and difficult to ensure the stability of the fiber optic cable. It achieves the effect of freeing the operator's hands and maintaining the stability of the fiber optic cable after insertion.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of optical fiber splicing technology, and more specifically, it relates to a wiring device for optical fiber splicing. Background Technology

[0002] In today's era of rapid advancements in communication technology, optical fiber, as a crucial medium for information transmission, is widely used in various communication networks due to its significant advantages such as large capacity, low loss, and strong anti-interference capabilities. These networks encompass multiple important areas, including telecommunications networks, data center interconnection, and local area network (LAN) construction. Fiber optic splicing, as a core component in the construction and maintenance of fiber optic networks, directly impacts the performance and stability of the entire communication system, playing a decisive role in ensuring efficient and accurate data transmission.

[0003] Currently, in practical fiber optic splicing scenarios, commonly used wiring devices on the market suffer from relatively simple structures and functions, lacking effective auxiliary design and automated control mechanisms. Existing fiber optic splicing processes primarily rely on the individual skills and experience of operators.

[0004] Specifically, fiber optic cable splicing requires two operators working together. One operator inserts the fiber, while the other connects the inserted fiber to its corresponding fiber outlet. Any deviation in any of these steps or procedures will negatively impact the stable splicing of the fibers.

[0005] This traditional operating method has many drawbacks. Throughout the entire connection process, two operators must remain highly focused, continuously applying force to maintain the stability of the insertion port and accurately guide the optical fiber, which can easily lead to fiber connection failure. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a fiber optic splicing device with guiding function.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: This utility model is further configured as follows: it includes a patch panel, and the fiber optic splicing device further includes an auxiliary splicing unit and an identification and storage unit; the auxiliary splicing unit is disposed on the patch panel; the auxiliary splicing unit includes a first mounting frame, a horizontal moving part, and a limiting part; the first mounting frame is installed on the top of the patch panel, and the top of the patch panel has a cavity for installing the first mounting frame; the horizontal moving part has multiple parts and is slidably installed on the top of the first mounting frame, and the multiple horizontal moving parts are all matched with the position of the fiber optic insertion port on the end face of the patch panel; the limiting part has multiple parts and is disposed on the horizontal moving part, and the middle of the multiple limiting parts has an opening for the fiber optic cable to pass through, and the opening is a flared structure; the identification and storage unit is disposed on the patch panel, and the identification and storage unit is used to store excess fiber optic cable.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the problem of existing technologies requiring operators to simultaneously maintain the stability of the fiber optic insertion port and guide the fiber optic cable to connect with the outlet port, which is labor-intensive and difficult to ensure the stability of the fiber optic cable, is solved. This achieves the effect of freeing up the operator's hands and maintaining the stability of the fiber optic cable after insertion.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that: the auxiliary docking unit also includes a closing plate and an observation plate; the closing plate is rotatably disposed on the side of the wiring box, and the closing plate can be rotated to abut against the contact surface of the wiring box; the observation plate is disposed on the top of the closing plate, and the observation plate is made of transparent material.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that: the identification storage unit includes a first rotating part and a winding part; the first rotating part has multiple parts and is rotatably disposed on the top of the wiring box, and the multiple first rotating parts are located on the side of the limiting part; the winding part has multiple parts and is rotatably disposed on the outside of the first rotating part, and the multiple winding parts are all circular structures.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that: multiple winding portions are arranged in a vertical array at intervals along the outer side of the first rotating portion, and the intervals between the multiple winding portions form a surrounding space for winding optical fibers.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that: the surrounding space between the multiple winding portions is used for the optical fiber to be wound to perform the winding action, and when the optical fiber performs the winding action, the multiple winding portions can be rotated outside the first rotating portion.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that: the top of each of the multiple winding portions is provided with an opening, and the multiple openings are all cuboid structures, and the multiple cuboid openings are arranged in a row along the outer ring of the winding portion.

[0014] The present invention is further provided with: a locking part is provided on the side of the wiring box; and a rotating part is rotatably provided on the side of the closing plate for locking and releasing with the locking part.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the problem of high repair difficulty caused by the lack of markings during optical fiber winding and the need to inspect or even disassemble the remaining optical fibers one by one is solved. The solution achieves the effect of facilitating quick identification of damaged or repairable optical fibers, reducing repair difficulty and reducing optical fiber winding stress.

[0016] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: By setting up an auxiliary docking unit, the problem of existing technologies requiring operators to simultaneously maintain the stability of the fiber optic insertion port and guide the fiber optic cable to dock with the outlet port is solved. This is labor-intensive and difficult to ensure the stability of the fiber optic cable. The solution achieves the effect of freeing up the operator's hands and maintaining the stability of the fiber optic cable after insertion.

[0017] By setting up a labeled storage unit, the problem of needing to check or even disassemble the remaining optical fibers one by one for repair due to the lack of labels during optical fiber storage and winding is solved, which is difficult to repair. It achieves the effect of making it easier to quickly identify damaged or repairable optical fibers, reducing the difficulty of repair and reducing the stress of optical fiber winding. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a fiber optic cabling device for connecting optical fibers according to this utility model; Figure 2 This is an exploded perspective view of the patch panel and the closing plate of a fiber optic splicing device according to the present invention. Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the auxiliary docking unit of a fiber optic cabling device according to the present invention; Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the identification and storage unit of a fiber optic cabling device for fiber optic splicing according to the present invention; Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the winding section of a wiring device for fiber optic splicing according to the present invention; Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the limiting part of a fiber optic splicing device according to the present invention; Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Wiring box; 11. Locking part; 12. Rotating part; 2. Auxiliary docking unit; 21. First mounting frame; 22. Horizontal moving part; 23. Restricting part; 24. Closing plate; 25. Observation plate; 3. Identifier storage unit; 31. First rotating part; 32. Winding part. Detailed Implementation

[0019] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0020] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0021] Please see Figure 1-6 The present invention provides the following technical solution: In Example 1, to address the lack of a guiding mechanism after the optical fiber is inserted through the optical fiber insertion port, the current operation requires one operator to support the inserted optical fiber while another operator connects the optical fiber to the optical fiber insertion port on the other side. This process is time-consuming and labor-intensive.

[0022] The fiber optic cabling device includes a patch panel 1 and an auxiliary docking unit 2 and an identification and storage unit 3. The auxiliary docking unit 2 is disposed on the patch panel 1. The auxiliary docking unit 2 includes a first mounting frame 21, a horizontal moving part 22, and a limiting part 23. The first mounting frame 21 is installed on the top of the patch panel 1, and the top of the patch panel 1 has a cavity for installing the first mounting frame 21. The horizontal moving part 22 has multiple parts and is slidably installed on the top of the first mounting frame 21, and the multiple horizontal moving parts 22 are all matched with the position of the fiber optic insertion port on the end face of the patch panel 1. The limiting part 23 has multiple parts and is disposed on the horizontal moving part 22, and the middle of each of the multiple limiting parts 23 has an opening for the fiber optic cable to pass through, and the opening is a flared structure. The identification and storage unit 3 is disposed on the patch panel 1 and is used to store excess fiber optic cable.

[0023] In this embodiment, the other side of the distribution box 1 is provided with an optical fiber outlet corresponding to the optical fiber insertion port. After the optical fiber is inserted into the optical fiber insertion port, it is in an un-spun state; when the fusion splicing operation is performed, the optical fiber has been installed, and the other end of the installed optical fiber extends to the outside of the optical fiber outlet. The fusion splicing operation is performed at the optical fiber outlet to complete the optical fiber splicing process. After the optical fiber is inserted through the optical fiber insertion port, the operator inserts the inserted optical fiber into the flared opening of the limiting part 23. Since the opening of the limiting part 23 is a flared structure, the optical fiber can contact the end face of the flared opening during the insertion process, and gradually straighten and maintain a centered state. After centering, the optical fiber can pass through the limiting part 23, and the distance between the optical fiber and the optical fiber outlet can be shortened. This frees the operator's hands, maintains the stability of the optical fiber after insertion, and eliminates the need for the operator to simultaneously maintain the stability of the optical fiber insertion port and guide the inserted optical fiber to connect with the optical fiber outlet. This invention solves the problem in existing technologies where operators need to simultaneously maintain the stability of the fiber optic insertion port and guide the fiber optic cable to connect with the outlet, which is labor-intensive and makes it difficult to ensure fiber optic stability. It achieves the effect of freeing up operators' hands and maintaining the stability of the fiber optic cable after insertion.

[0024] See Figure 3The auxiliary docking unit 2 also includes a closing plate 24 and an observation plate 25; the closing plate 24 is rotatably disposed on the side of the wiring box 1, and the closing plate 24 can be rotated to abut against the contact surface of the wiring box 1; the observation plate 25 is disposed on the top of the closing plate 24, and the observation plate 25 is made of transparent material.

[0025] In this embodiment, when the operator inserts or removes the optical fiber, they must first rotate the closing plate 24 to open it. After opening, the optical fiber insertion and removal operations can be performed. After the optical fiber insertion is completed, the closing plate 24 is rotated again to make it abut against the top of the junction box 1, thereby completing the closing operation of the junction box 1. In this embodiment, the observation plate 25 is preferably made of transparent acrylic sheet. After the optical fiber is installed, the operator can directly observe the distribution of the optical fiber on the limiting part 23 through the observation plate 25, and can view the installed optical fiber without opening the closing plate 24.

[0026] In Example 2, after the optical fiber enters through the insertion port, the operator needs to retain a portion of the fiber and wrap it up inside the junction box 1. This operation is intended to facilitate the direct removal of the fiber for continued repair and reinstallation should the fiber be damaged later. To address the problem of fiber storage and wrapping—namely, the lack of fiber identification—the operator needs to inspect each fiber when it is damaged. To accurately locate the damaged fiber, the remaining fibers also need to be disassembled, which significantly increases the difficulty of the operator's inspection.

[0027] See Figure 5 The identification storage unit 3 includes a first rotating part 31 and a winding part 32; the first rotating part 31 has multiple parts and is rotatably disposed on the top of the wiring box 1, and the multiple first rotating parts 31 are respectively located on the side of the limiting part 23; the winding part 32 has multiple parts and is rotatably disposed on the outside of the first rotating part 31, and the multiple winding parts 32 are all circular structures.

[0028] First, after the optical fiber is inserted through the fiber optic connector, the operator sequentially winds the fiber to be wound around the surrounding space between multiple winding sections 32, ensuring that each fiber is wound around the corresponding surrounding space of each winding section 32. This allows the operator to directly identify damaged or repairable fibers based on the winding position of each fiber during subsequent fiber maintenance. Furthermore, the corresponding winding section 32 can rotate during the winding process, reducing stress on the fiber. This solves the problem of difficult fiber maintenance due to a lack of markings, requiring individual inspection and even disassembly of other fibers. It achieves the effects of facilitating rapid identification of damaged or repairable fibers, reducing maintenance difficulty, and minimizing fiber winding stress.

[0029] See Figure 5Multiple winding portions 32 are arranged in a vertical array along the outer side of the first rotating portion 31, and the interval between the multiple winding portions 32 forms a surrounding space for winding optical fibers.

[0030] In actual fiber optic cable storage and winding operations, this surrounding space provides a dedicated winding area for the fiber to be wound. When the fiber needs to be wound and stored, the operator can place the fiber in an orderly manner within this surrounding space, allowing the fiber to be wound according to a certain pattern and direction, avoiding chaotic winding and providing convenient conditions for subsequent fiber management, maintenance, and other operations.

[0031] See Figure 5 The surrounding space between the multiple winding portions 32 is used for the optical fiber to be wound to perform the winding action, and when the optical fiber performs the winding action, the multiple winding portions 32 can be rotated outside the first rotating portion 31.

[0032] When the optical fiber begins to wind within the surrounding space, the winding portion 32 can rotate outside the first rotating portion 31, allowing the optical fiber to wind more smoothly as the winding portion 32 rotates. The rotatable winding portion 32 reduces the friction and resistance experienced by the optical fiber during winding, preventing damage due to excessive bending or pulling. It also allows the optical fiber to be wound more tightly and evenly, improving the quality and stability of optical fiber storage.

[0033] See Figure 5 Each of the multiple winding portions 32 has an opening at its top, and each opening is a cuboid structure. Furthermore, the multiple cuboid openings are arranged in a row along the outer ring of the winding portion 32.

[0034] During the fiber winding process, the openings provide guidance and positioning for the fiber, allowing it to enter the winding section 32 more accurately. Simultaneously, when partial extraction or adjustment of the wound fiber is required, the openings facilitate the operator's location of the fiber end, making related operations easier. The openings arranged in a ring along the outer side of the winding section 32 make its structure more symmetrical and stable, improving its overall strength and durability.

[0035] See Figure 2 A locking part 11 is provided on the side of the junction box 1; a rotating part 12 for locking and releasing with the locking part 11 is rotatably provided on the side of the closing plate 24.

[0036] During the use of the junction box 1, when it is necessary to close the closing plate 24 to protect the internal optical fibers and other components, the operator can rotate the rotating part 12 on the side of the closing plate 24. This rotating part 12 engages with the locking part 11 on the side of the junction box 1 to achieve a locking function, firmly fixing the closing plate 24 to the junction box 1 and preventing accidental opening, thus ensuring the safety of the internal optical fibers and other components. When it is necessary to open the closing plate 24 for optical fiber installation, maintenance, or other operations, the rotating part 12 is rotated again to release it from the locking part 11, allowing the closing plate 24 to be opened smoothly, facilitating related operations. This provides a convenient and reliable operating method for closing and opening the junction box 1.

[0037] Obviously, the embodiments described above are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A fiber optic cabling device, comprising a junction box (1), characterized in that: The fiber optic cabling device also includes an auxiliary docking unit (2) and a label storage unit (3). The auxiliary docking unit (2) is installed on the wiring box (1); The auxiliary docking unit (2) includes a first mounting frame (21), a horizontal moving part (22), and a limiting part (23); The first mounting bracket (21) is installed on the top of the junction box (1), and the top of the junction box (1) has a cavity for installing the first mounting bracket (21); The horizontal moving part (22) has multiple parts and is slidably mounted on the top of the first mounting frame (21), and the multiple horizontal moving parts (22) are all matched with the position of the optical fiber insertion port on the end face of the junction box (1); The limiting part (23) has multiple parts and is respectively disposed on the horizontal moving part (22), and each of the multiple limiting parts (23) has an opening in the middle for the optical fiber to pass through, and the opening is a flared structure. The label storage unit (3) is set on the junction box (1) and is used to store excess optical fiber.

2. The fiber optic cabling device for fiber optic connection according to claim 1, characterized in that: The auxiliary docking unit (2) also includes a closing plate (24) and an observation plate (25); the closing plate (24) is rotatably disposed on the side of the wiring box (1), and the closing plate (24) can be rotated to abut against the contact surface of the wiring box (1); the observation plate (25) is disposed on the top of the closing plate (24), and the observation plate (25) is made of transparent material.

3. The fiber optic cabling device for fiber optic connection according to claim 2, characterized in that: The identification storage unit (3) includes a first rotating part (31) and a winding part (32); the first rotating part (31) has multiple parts and is rotatably disposed on the top of the wiring box (1), and the multiple first rotating parts (31) are located on the side of the limiting part (23); the winding part (32) has multiple parts and is rotatably disposed on the outside of the first rotating part (31), and the multiple winding parts (32) are all circular structures.

4. The fiber optic cabling device for fiber optic connection according to claim 3, characterized in that: Multiple winding portions (32) are arranged in a vertical array along the outer side of the first rotating portion (31), and the interval between the multiple winding portions (32) forms a surrounding space for winding optical fibers.

5. A fiber optic cabling device for fiber optic connection according to claim 4, characterized in that: The surrounding space between the multiple winding portions (32) is used for the optical fiber to be wound to perform the winding action, and when the optical fiber performs the winding action, the multiple winding portions (32) can be rotated outside the first rotating portion (31).

6. A fiber optic cabling device for fiber optic connection according to claim 5, characterized in that: The top of each of the multiple winding portions (32) is provided with an opening, and each opening is a cuboid structure. The multiple cuboid openings are arranged in a row along the outer ring of the winding portion (32).

7. A fiber optic cabling device for fiber optic connection according to claim 6, characterized in that: A locking part (11) is provided on the side of the junction box (1); a rotating part (12) for locking and releasing with the locking part (11) is rotatably provided on the side of the closing plate (24).

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