Splice unit for spliced cable connections

Abstract

To provide a module for spliced cable connections allowing easy physical separation of cable splices at a multi-port terminal.SOLUTION: Modules 100 for spliced cable connections include a splice platform 105, splice trays, or splice areas 110a-110f configured to be positioned within an enclosure. The platform, trays or areas provide splices between cables such that any splice between two cables is physically separated from any other splice between two cables.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1A

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] [CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS] This application is a joint venture of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 423,991, filed November 9, 2022. No. 60 / 313,939, filed on May 13, 2003, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. Let us assume that. [Background technology]

[0002] As electronic and fiber optic networks become more widespread, There is an increasing need to manage the routing of signals in networks. The routing of signals is managed through the routing of the cables associated with the signals. Multiport allows selective connection between cables at specified points in the network. For example, a cable is provided from the source to the terminal and from the destination Feed the cable from the NI PXI-8110 to the terminal, then connect the two cables through the ports on the terminal. By doing so, it is possible to connect a source to a destination. One such use is Fiber to the home (FTTH) network, where The feeder cable from the service provider connects to a distribution point (or "drop box") " (drop box)) and the customer connects to the drop box via a service cable will be done.

[0003] However, the length of cable required to connect the source or destination to the terminal must be determined in advance. Therefore, the cable to be connected to the terminal should be the same size as the supply cable. After cutting from a spool, the end is connected by splicing. For example, in FTTH networks, new customers are often located at the nearest existing drop The length of cable needed to connect to the box is not known in advance, so new customers The fiber optic cable that connects the home to the drop box was severed from its main supply. Then, they are often connected to the cable inside the box by splicing. In many applications, as the number of connections to a multi-port terminal increases, the number of connections that can be accommodated within the terminal increases. The number of splices that must be made increases proportionately. Summary of the Invention

[0004] As the number of cable splices accommodated within a multi-port terminal increases, It is recognized that it is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain terminals without unintentionally disturbing the device cables. For example, when multiple splices are housed within a terminal, it is important to inspect, remove, or Inspect one of the splices without disturbing the cable in a section that is not intended to be added , it is difficult to remove one of the splices or to add a splice.

[0005] Providing physical separation of cable splices in multi-port terminals is Facilitates servicing of the terminals without unintentionally disturbing one or more of the rice cables It has further been recognized that this is highly desirable in order to

[0006] In view of the need for physical isolation of cable splices in multi-port terminals, The present technology is provided.

[0007] In accordance with one aspect of the technology described in this disclosure, the technology provides a splice cable connection. A module for a splice plat configured to be positioned within a housing With its form factor, the splice platform can hold multiple individual cable splice sections. Each individual cable splice section is a separate and a splice region for accommodating the splices, the splice regions being physically separated from one another. , providing modules for splice cable connections.

[0008] In accordance with another aspect of the technology described in this disclosure, the technology provides a splice cable connection. a splice plug configured to be positioned within the housing; The splice platform includes a plurality of splice trays, each of which includes a The splice tray has a splice area that accommodates a splice between two cables, For splicing cables, movably fixed to the splice platform Provide a module.

[0009] In accordance with yet another aspect of the technology described in this disclosure, the technology includes a splice cable. A splice unit for connecting a cable, the splice unit being configured to be positioned within a housing. a splice module, the splice module being secured to a first cable; a cable fixing portion, a second cable fixing portion fixed to the second cable, and a first cable A cable routing for routing a first cable and a second cable through the splice module. a splice protector surrounding the splice between the first cable and the second cable; and a splice protection tube holding portion for accommodating the tube. The present invention provides a splice unit for

[0010] The accompanying drawings are not intended to be drawn to scale and, for clarity, Not every component may be labeled in every drawing. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0011] [Figure 1A] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a module for splicing cables, the module featuring a splice platform having multiple physically separate splice areas, with one splice area shown filled. [Figure 1B] FIG. 1B is a perspective view of the module of FIG. 1A with all of the splice areas filled. [Figure 2A] FIG. 1B is a perspective view showing a configuration in which a plurality of the modules of FIG. 1A are used with a housing. [Figure 2B] FIG. 1B is a perspective view illustrating an alternative configuration in which multiple modules of FIG. 1A are used with a housing. [Figure 3A] 1 is a perspective view of a module for splicing cables, the module featuring a plurality of splice trays removably secured to a splice platform. [Figure 3B] FIG. 3B is a perspective view of the module of FIG. 3A in use with a housing, with one of the splice trays removed from the splice platform. [Figure 3C] FIG. 3B is a perspective view of the module of FIG. 3A used with a housing, with none of the splice trays removed from the splice platform. [Figure 4A] 1 is a perspective view of a module for splicing cables, the module featuring a plurality of splice trays rotatably secured to a splice platform. [Figure 4B] FIG. 4B is a perspective view of the module of FIG. 4A used with a housing. [Diagram 5]FIG. 2 is a perspective view of an individual splice unit including a splice module and a housing, the housing being in an open position. [Figure 6] 6 is a perspective view of the splice unit of FIG. 5 with the housing in a closed position and being used to splice a feeder cable to a terminal feeder cable link. [Figure 7] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a dual splice unit having a housing that can be used to house two physically separate splice modules or a single splice module having two physically separate splice areas. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0012] Example systems and methods are described herein. The word "exemplary" means "to serve as an example, instance, or illustration." It should be understood that the term "example" or "exemplary" is used herein in the sense of Any embodiment or feature described herein as being in accordance with the present invention necessarily corresponds to other embodiments. In no way should any particular embodiment or feature be construed as preferred or advantageous over any other embodiment or feature. In the following description, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part of the description, in which: Unless otherwise noted, like reference numbers generally identify like elements. Other embodiments may be utilized without departing from the spirit or scope of the presented subject matter. , other modifications may be made.

[0013] The example embodiments described herein are not intended to be limiting. Aspects of the present disclosure are set forth herein. As generally described and illustrated in the drawings, the present invention may be arranged, substituted, combined, separated, and / or modified in a wide variety of configurations. and can be readily designed, all of which are expressly contemplated herein. It will be understood.

[0014] FIG. 1A is a perspective view of a module 100 for splicing cables. 100 includes a plurality of physically separate splice regions 110a, 110b, 110c, 110d, 110e, 110f, 11g, 11h, 11i, 11j ... 10d, 110e, and 110f, The splice regions 110a-110f are separated by individual cable splice sections 115a, 115b, 115c, 116a, 116b, 116c, 116d, 116e, 116f, 116f. 5b, 115c, 115d, 115e, and 115f, respectively. Areas 110a-110f are each configured to accommodate a single splice between two cables. As an example, FIG. 1A shows a first cable 125a (e.g., a “service cable”). Splice 1 between the first cable 130a (e.g., the “internal cable”) and the second cable 130b (e.g., the “internal cable”). 1A. In addition, in the configuration of FIG. The splice regions 110a to 110f are each a strip that secures each splice. Price holders 135a, 135b, 135c, 135d, 135e, and 135f are provided. For example, splice 120a is secured within splice retainer 135a. The first cable 125a and the second cable 130a may be optical fiber cables. The splice 120a may be housed in a splice protector tube (not shown). The splice protection tube can be held within the splice holding portion 135a.

[0015] In either case, the splice regions 110a-110f are physically separated from one another. By physically separating the splice regions 110a to 110f, (e.g., splice region 110a) and its corresponding splice (e.g., In particular, such physical separation allows for easy access to the splice 120a). , any of the splices (e.g., splice 120a) or splice cable (for example, the first cable 125a / the second cable 130a) or other splice cables (e.g., splice regions 110b-110f Allows access to the splice without disturbing the splice or spliced ​​cable This prevents interference with other splices or spliced ​​cables within the module 100. Each splice can be added, removed, or serviced in the module 100 without having to This can be done.

[0016] In the configuration of FIG. 1A, the individual cable splice sections 115a-115f are Each cable storage section 140a, 140b stores the excess of each cable. It should be noted that the following are included: 40b, 140c, 140d, 140e, and 140f. For example, the cable storage section 140a stores the excess of the first cable 125a. However, the cable containment sections 140a-140f are optional. 1, the individual cable splice sections 115a-115f of the module 100 are may be provided without the cable storage sections 140a-140f.

[0017] The module 100 may also include a patch section. An example is shown in FIG. 1A as patch section 145. Thus, the patch section 145 includes a number of adapters 150a, 150b, 150c, 150d, 150e, and 150f can be configured to fix the adapter 1 Each of 50a to 150f is connected to a sp The Rice cable may function to communicatively couple to another cable. For example, the adapter 150a includes a source cable connection terminal 160a and a second cable connection terminal 165a (e.g., "internal cable connection terminal") to connect the source cable 155a to the second 1. The cable 130a is shown communicatively coupled to the source cable 130a. The end of the cable 155a is fixed in the source cable connection terminal 160a, and the end of the cable 155b is fixed in the source cable connection terminal 160a. The end of the cable 30a is fixed in the second cable connection terminal 165a and connected to the source cable 155 When the communication terminals 160a and 165a are inserted into the adapter 150a, the end of It is communicatively coupled to an end of cable 130a.

[0018] Incidentally, before forming the splice 120a in FIG. 1A, the second cable connection terminal 16 5a is attached to one end of the second cable 130a, a may be provided, with a second cable 130a and an attached second cable connection It is noted that the combination of terminals 165a is referred to as an internal cable assembly. As such, the module 100 may include one or more of such internal cable assemblies. It can be established.

[0019] Alternatively, the module 100 may include one or more cable fixing sections. For purposes of illustration, the configuration of FIG. 1A may include individual cable splice sections 1 A plurality of cable fixing sections 170a, 170b corresponding to each of the cable fixing sections 15a to 115f are provided. 170b, 170c, 170d, 170e, and 170f. Each of the cable fixing sections 170a to 170f is provided with an external cable such as a service cable. The internal cable is fixed, and the external cable or the cable extending from the external cable is fixed. The cable splice sections are configured to route the cables to the appropriate individual cable splice sections. For example, in the example of FIG. 1A, the cable fixing section 170a is connected to the external cable 175a. A first cable 125a extending from the cable splice section 115a is connected to the cable splice section 115a. The cable is compression fitted for easy routing into the cable storage section 140a. The external cable 175a is configured to be secured by a ion fit.

[0020] Referring now to FIG. 1B, this shows that all of the splice regions 110a-110f are filled. 1A is a perspective view of the module 100 in a state in which the source cable is being The cables 155a, 155b, 155c, 155d, 155e, and 155f are a single The feeder cable (not shown) is separated from the respective internal cable assemblies 180a, 180b, 180c, 180d, 180e, and 180f. The internal cable assemblies 180a, 180b, 180c, 180d, 180e, and and 180f further include service cables 125a, 125b, 125c, 125d, The service cables 125a to 125f are spliced ​​to , external cables 175a, 175b, 175c, 175d, 175e, and 175f Each of the service cables 125a to 125f and the internal cable assembly 180a The splices between the first and second splices 130a to 130f are fixed in the splice holders 135a to 135f, respectively. Further, the external cable assemblies 175a to 175f are each provided with a cable fixing section. The connectors 170a to 170f are fixed to the module 100.

[0021] 1A and 1B show six splice regions (splice regions 110a to 110f) and Although the module 100 is shown with six associated components, the embodiment may include six sub-components. The present invention is not limited to modules having splice regions, but includes the six splice regions of FIGS. 1A and 1B. It should be noted that the regions are given for illustrative purposes only.

[0022] FIG. 2A shows a plurality of modules 200A, 200B, and 200C together with a housing 205. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a configuration used. For example, the module 100 of FIG. 1A may be used. Only the top and bottom are shown. In reality, the housing 205 has a mating top and bottom, and an external cable. 210 into the housing 205, but the external cable 210 and the housing 205 The modules 200A to 200B are arranged to provide a water-tight seal therebetween. As can be seen from FIG. 2A, modules 200A-C can be encapsulated. The modules 200A to 200C are fixed in the housing 205, and each of the modules 200A to 200C is For easy access to the modules, individual In this figure, the module 200A is 200B. is.

[0023] FIG. 2B illustrates a multiple module 220A, 220B, 220C used with a housing 225. 1 is a perspective view showing an alternative configuration of the modules 220A to 220C. For example, it may take the form of module 100 of FIG. 1A. With respect to housing 225: Only the bottom is shown. In reality, the housing 225 has a mating top and bottom, and the outer housing 225, but allows the external cable 230 and the housing 225 The modules 220A-220C can be encapsulated to provide a watertight seal between the As can be seen from FIG. 2B, the modules 220A to 220C are housed in a housing 2. 25, and each of the modules 220A to 220C has an access to the other modules. The plates can be rotated individually along their widthwise edges for easy access. In this figure, the module 220A is aligned along the width direction edge of the module 220A. It rotates to provide access to module 220B.

[0024] Although FIGS. 2A and 2B show a configuration showing three modules, the embodiment may include three The present invention is not limited to a configuration having three modules, but may be applied to the three modules in each of FIGS. 2A and 2B. It should be noted that the joules are given for illustrative purposes only.

[0025] FIG. 3A is a perspective view of a module 300 for connecting spliced ​​cables. The module 300 includes a plurality of splice plates 306 that are removably secured to a splice platform 307. Features splice trays 305a, 305b...305k...305p. Each of the rice trays 305a to 305k has a splice area (e.g., The splice area is designed to accommodate a splice between two cables. For example, the splice area 310p is configured such that the first cable 315p (e.g. , "inner cable") and a second cable (not shown). The first cable 315p is part of an inner cable assembly 320p. The internal cable assembly 320p may include a first cable 315p and a first and a first cable connection terminal 325p coupled to an end of the cable 315p. In either case, the splice area depends on the structure of the splice tray and the splice platform. Due to the arrangement of the splice trays when positioned within the frame 307, are effectively separated.

[0026] To secure the splice tray within the splice platform 307, a number of splice Price tray fixed sections 330a, 330b...330k...330p are provided. In the embodiment of FIG. 3A, the splice tray fastening section 330a ~330p is the splice tray 305a~305k is the splice tray fixed section Splice trays 305a-305k are removable from 330a-330p The connector is formed to provide a compression or snap fit.

[0027] In addition, the module 300 includes a number of port holders 340a, 340b...340k. ...340p. The port holders 340a to 340p are Each of the arms can be removably or movably fixed to the platform 307. The adapter can hold adapters 345a, 345b...345k...345p. The adapters 345a to 345p further connect cables terminated by cable connection terminals. The respective pairs of cable connection terminals can be connected to each other so as to be operably coupled to each other. For example, the adapter 345p includes a source cable connection terminal 355p and a first cable connection terminal 325p (e.g., "internal cable connection terminal") to the source cable 350p 315p. The end of the first cable 350p is fixed in the source cable connection terminal 355p. The end of the cable 15p is fixed in the first cable connection terminal 325p and the ... The end of the cable connecting terminal 355p is connected to the first cable connecting terminal 325p. When inserted into adapter 345p, it is communicatively coupled to an end of first cable 315p. .

[0028] Referring now to FIG. 3B, this shows the module of FIG. 3A used with housing 365. 3 is a perspective view of splice platform 300, in which splice tray 305k is 7. Only the bottom portion of the housing 365 is shown. The housing 365 has a top portion mating with a bottom portion, and external cables 370a, 370b... 0k...370p into the housing 365, but external cables 370a-3 The module 300 is encapsulated to provide a watertight seal between the 70p and the housing 365. It is possible.

[0029] As can be seen from FIG. 3B, the splice region 310k includes an inner cable 315 splice 38 between the external cable 370k and a service cable 375k extending from the external cable 370k 0k. In this way, the module 300 is connected to the source cable 350k and the As shown, the communication cable 375k may provide a communicative coupling between the Module 300 can provide multiple similar types of communicative couplings. In some embodiments, the module 300 also includes a fiber optic source cable. and a fiber optic service cable. Therefore, for example, the source cable is 350k, the internal cable is 3 15k, and service cable 375k may be fiber optic cables.

[0030] FIG. 3C is a perspective view of the module 300 of FIG. 3A used with a housing 365; All splice trays 305a to 305p are connected to the splice platform 307. In FIG. 3C, the module 300 is in the storage area 38 of the housing 365. It is installed inside the 5.

[0031] 3A to 3C show 16 splice trays (splice trays 305a to 305p Although the module 300 is shown to include 16 associated elements, the embodiment may include 16 associated elements. The present invention is not limited to a module having 16 splice trays, but may be modified to include the 16 splice trays of FIGS. 3A-3C. It should be noted that the rice tray is provided for illustrative purposes only.

[0032] 4A is a perspective view of a module 400 for splicing cables. 400 includes a plurality of splices rotatably secured to a splice platform 410. The module 40 is characterized by trays 405a, 405b...405m...405p. 0 is similar in many respects to module 300, but with the addition of splice trays 405a-405b. p is secured to the splice platform 410. More specifically, the module 400 includes a splice tray 4 A fixing section for rotatably fixing the splice platform 410 to the splice platform 410. Further, the splice trays 405a to 405p include The a405a to a405p are arranged so that they can rotate independently around their longitudinal sides. The splice trays 405a-4 are configured to mate with the fixed sections 415. By allowing the splice trays 405a-405p to rotate independently, This will make it easier to access 05p.

[0033] Similar to the splice trays 305a-305p of the module 300, the module 400 Each of the splice trays 405a to 405p includes a splice area (e.g., The splice area accommodates a splice between two cables. For example, the splice area 420p is configured to connect the first cable 315p ( For example, to accommodate a splice between an "inner cable" and a second cable (not shown). The first cable 315p is configured to be connected to a part of the inner cable assembly 320p. The internal cable assembly 320p may include a first cable 315p and and a first cable connection terminal 325p coupled to an end of the first cable 315p. In either case, the splice area is determined by the structure of the splice tray and the splice plat. and the arrangement of the splice tray when positioned within platform 410. Physically separated.

[0034] In addition, the module 400 includes a number of port holders 425a, 425b...425m. ...425p. The port holders 425a to 425p are Removable from platform 410 or movable within splice platform 410 movably attached to the splice platform 410. Each of the adapters 345a to 345p can be referred to as a flexible secured adapter. The adapters 345a to 345p can further hold the cable connection terminals. For example, adapter 345p can be connected to the source cable connection. 355p and the first cable connection terminal 325p (e.g., the "internal cable connection terminal ") to communicatively couple the source cable 350p to the first cable 315p. That is, the end of the source cable 350p is a source cable connection end. The end of the first cable 315p is fixed in the first cable connection terminal 3 25p, and the ends of the source cable 350p are fixed to the communication terminals 355p and 325p. When inserted into the adapter 345p, it is communicatively coupled to an end of the first cable 315p. can be.

[0035] FIG. 4B is a perspective view of the module 400 of FIG. 4A used with a housing 450; The splice trays 405a to 405p are the splice areas 4 of the splice tray 405m. The enclosure 450 is rotated to expose 20 m. Only the bottom is shown. In reality, the housing 450 has a top portion mated to a bottom portion, and external cables 370a, 37 Allows 0b...370k...370p to enter the enclosure 450, but does not allow external cables The modules 4 are arranged to provide a watertight seal between the modules 370a-370p and the housing 450. 00 can be inserted.

[0036] As can be seen from FIG. 4B, the splice area 420m is connected to the inner cable 315 Splice 38 m between the external cable 370 m and the service cable 375 m extending from the external cable 370 m In this way, the module 400 can accommodate 350 m of source cable and 350 m of service cable. As shown, the communication connection between the 375 m of the cable and the 375 m of the cable can be achieved. Module 400 can provide multiple similar types of communicative couplings. In some embodiments, the module 400 also includes a fiber optic source cable. and a fiber optic service cable. Therefore, for example, a source cable of 350 m and an internal cable of 3 The 15m and the service cable 375m may be optical fiber cable.

[0037] 4A and 4B show 16 splice trays (splice trays 405a to 405b). p) and 16 associated elements, the embodiment shows a module 400 having: The present invention is not limited to a module having 16 splice trays, but includes the 16 splice trays of FIGS. 4A and 4B. It should be noted that the splice tray shown is given for illustrative purposes only. .

[0038] Referring now to FIG. 5, this shows a splice module 505 and a housing 510. 5 is a perspective view of the splice unit 500. The splice module 505 is mounted in a housing 51. 0, the splice module 505 is configured to be positioned within a housing 510. The splice module 505 may be used without the first cable anchor 517a. a first cable fixing portion 515a fixed to a first cable 520a using a A second cable 520b is secured to the second cable 520b using the cable anchor 517b. Furthermore, the splice module 505 includes a cable route fixing portion 515b. The cable routing section 525 is connected to the splice module 50. 5. Route the first stem cable 530a and the second stem cable 530b within the The first stem cable 530a can be used to connect the first cable 520 a, and a second stem cable 530b extends from the second cable 520b. Alternatively, the cable routing section 525 can be used to route the stem cables. In the splice module 505, the first cable 520a and the second cable 520b are connected to each other. 20b can be used to route

[0039] In either case, the cables routed in the cable routing section 525 The resulting splice is The splice can be housed in a splice protection tube. The cable routing module 505 may be, for example, integral with the cable routing section 525 or may be A splice protection tube holder 535 that can be attached to the bull routing portion 525 is provided. In the example of FIG. 5, the splice protection tube holder 535 is a first stage. A splice is provided to protect the splice between the first stem cable 530a and the second stem cable 530b. Hold the rice protection tube (not shown).

[0040] Further elements of the splice unit 500 include a first cable grommet 540a and , a second cable grommet 540b, and a first cable grommet stopper 545a. , and a second cable grommet stopper 545b. These elements are The seat module 505 and the housing 510 together form a seat when the housing 510 is in the closed position. It functions to provide a watertight seal around the price module 505 .

[0041] In FIG. 5, the housing 510 is in an open position. As can be seen from this figure, the housing 510 comprises a first housing portion 510a and a second housing portion 510b. The portion 510a includes a first body 512 having an opening 547a for a first cable 520a. The first housing portion 510a also has a first catch 550-1 and a second catch 550-2. The second housing portion 510 includes a second switch 550-2, an O-ring 555, and a seal 560. b has a second body 512b with an opening 547b for a second cable 520b. The second housing portion 510b also includes a first lever 565-1 and a second lever 565-2. 2, a first latch 570-1, and a second latch 570-2. 65-1 movably attaches the first latch 570-1 to the second body 512b and the second The lever 565-2 movably attaches the second latch 570-2 to the second body 512b. To move the housing 510 to the closed position, as shown by arrow A, Then, the first housing part 510a and the second housing part 510b are moved toward each other. At this time, the first latch 570-1 is positioned to engage with the first catch 550-1. , positioning the second latch 570-2 to engage the second catch 550-2, The second body 512b is positioned to engage the O-ring 555 and the seal 560. Then, when levers 565-1 and 565-2 are moved in the direction shown by arrow B, The housing 510 is fixed in a closed position (see, for example, FIG. 6). When fixing in position, the first cable fixing portion 515a is 545a, and the first cable grommet stopper 545a is biased against the first The first cable grommet spool 540a is biased against the cable grommet 540b. A first cable grommet 540a is disposed between the topper 545a and the first body portion 512a. In this manner, the compressed first cable grommet 540a is It provides a watertight seal between the body portion 512a and the first cable 520a. The second cable grommet stopper 545b and the second cable grommet 540b The second cable fixing portion 515b and the second main body portion 512b act to fix the second main body. A watertight seal is provided between the body portion 512b and the second cable 520b.

[0042] FIG. 6 shows the splice unit 500 of FIG. 5 in use. 510 is in a closed position and feeder cable 605 is connected to the feeder cable link at terminal 615. FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the splice unit 500 being used to splice into the cable 610. At terminal 615, a plurality of cables extend from feeder cable link 610. so that they can be communicatively coupled to respective service cables (not shown). , substructures 620a, 620b, 620c, 620d, 620e, 620f, 620g , and 620h, and each service cable can be connected to substructure 62 The substructure 620a is one of the substructures. The feeder cable link 610 is shown in an open position to illustrate a possible configuration. Providing a splice unit 500 for splicing to a feeder cable 605 This means that the terminal 615 is a short feeder cable link 610 for ease of shipping the terminal. and a feeder cable link 610 is a feeder cable (e.g., a feeder cable 605) is expected to be spliced ​​in situ.

[0043] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a dual splice unit 700 having a housing 705. The alsplice unit 700 includes one or more splice modules housed within a housing 705. 7. The dual splice unit 700 is shown in a closed position in FIG. Therefore, the splice module is not visible in this view. The splice module has a single splice area that accommodates two splices. Single splice module, a single splice with two physically separate splice areas It can be a single splice module or two physically separate splice modules. As can be seen from this figure, the housing 705 includes a first housing portion 705a and a second housing portion 705b. The first housing part 705a includes a first body 710a and a second housing part 705b. The second housing part 70 has a first catch 715-1 and a second catch 715-2. 5b includes a second body 710b, a first lever 720-1, and a second lever 720-2. , a first latch 725-1 and a second latch 725-2. -1 movably attaches the first latch 725-1 to the second body 710b and the second lever The bar 720-2 movably attaches the second latch 725-2 to the second body 710b. To lock the housing 705 in the closed position, the first latch 725-1 engages the first lever 720-1 to the first catch 715-1 and the second latch 725- 2 is secured against a second catch 715-2 by a second lever 720-1.

[0044] The housing 705 may be similar to the housing 510 of FIGS. 5 and 6, but Instead of the two openings 547a and 547b, four openings 730a, 730b, 730 Openings 730a and 730b include cables 735a and 735c. b, and openings 730c and 730d are shown to accommodate cables 735c and 735b. d. By way of example, the splice unit 700 is shown in a housing 70 5, there are two splice modules similar to splice module 505 and a splice Two splice holders similar to splice holder 535 and cable anchor 517 Two pairs of cable anchors similar to those in the embodiment 517a and 517b, and cable grommets 540a and 54 Two pairs of cable grommets similar to those in 5.0b, and cable grommet stoppers 545a and 5 45b and two pairs of cable grommet stoppers similar to those in FIG. The Dual Splice Unit 700 provides two separate cable splices. One is a stem cable extending from cable 735a and the other is a cable 73 5b and the other is between the stem cable extending from cable 735c. between the stem cable and the stem cable extending from cable 735d. The dual splice unit 700 is configured as two physically separate splices in a housing 705. By providing a single splice module with a splice area, two separate However, dual splice units can provide 700 may not provide two separate cable splices and may include, within the housing 705: A single splice module with a single splice area that accommodates two cable splices. The sensor may include a sensor module.

[0045] Embodiments of the present technology include, but are not limited to, the following. (1) a splice platform configured to be positioned within a housing; The splice platform contains multiple individual cable splice sections for individual Each separate cable splice section accommodates a splice between two cables the splice regions being physically separated from each other, NI PXI Express Module—Module for the connection of an integrated cable. (2) The module described in (1), wherein the two cables are optical fiber cables. (3) The splice platform is a platform for connecting each individual cable splice section. The patch section according to claim 1, further comprising a patch section for fixing a plurality of corresponding adapters. Module. (4) The module includes multiple modules corresponding to each of the splice regions and each of the adapters. a plurality of internal cable assemblies, each of which is connected to a corresponding a first end positioned in the splice area and a cable coupled to a corresponding adapter; and a second end having a connection terminal. (5) The splice platform is a platform for connecting each individual cable splice section. The cable fixing section further includes a plurality of cable fixing sections corresponding to the cable fixing sections. Each has an external cable that is routed to a corresponding individual cable splice section. The module of claim 1, configured to fix the (6) a splice platform configured to be positioned within the housing; The splice platform includes multiple splice trays. Each has a splice area that accommodates a splice between two cables, A module for splicing cables, movably fixed to the platform. (7) Each splice tray is spliced ​​independently of the other splice trays. The module described in (6) above, which is removable from the platform. (8) Each splice tray is spliced ​​independently of the other splice trays. The module described in (6) above, which is rotatable within the platform. (9) The module described in (6), wherein the two cables are optical fiber cables. (10) The splice platform has multiple splice trays, each of which is The module of claim 6, further comprising a patch section for fixing the port holder. (11) Each of the port holders is movably fixed to the splice platform. The module according to (10). (12) A plurality of internal members corresponding to each of the splice trays and each of the port holders. Each of the internal cable assemblies further includes a corresponding spline. A first end positioned in the rice tray and an adapter in a corresponding port holder and a second end having a cable connection terminal for coupling to the module. Ru. (13) A splice module configured to be positioned within a housing, The rice module includes a first cable fixing portion that is fixed to a first cable, and a second cable A second cable fixing portion fixed to the cable, and a splice for splicing the first cable and the second cable. A cable routing section for routing within the device module, and a first cable and a second cable A splice protection tube that encloses a splice between a cable and a splice protection tube. A splice unit for connecting a splice cable, comprising: a retaining portion. (14) A first watertight seal is provided between the first cable grommet and the housing. A first cable grommet stopper that provides a cable grommet, a second cable grommet, and a second A second cable grommet stop provides a second watertight seal between the cable and the enclosure. The splice unit according to claim 13, further comprising a connector. (15) The first watertight seal is a first watertight seal between the first cable grommet stopper and the housing. A second watertight seal is formed by compressing the cable grommet in the second cable grommet. By compressing the second cable grommet between the cable grommet stopper and the housing The splice unit according to (14), which is formed by

[0046] Although the invention has been described herein with reference to specific embodiments, these embodiments It should be understood that the above embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and applications of the present invention. Numerous modifications may be made to the illustrative embodiment and are set forth in the appended claims. Other arrangements may be devised without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention as defined by the claims. I want you to understand that this is possible.

Claims

1. a splice platform configured to be positioned within the housing, The Rice platform includes a plurality of individual cable splice sections, Each separate cable splice section accommodates a splice between two cables. the splice regions being physically separated from one another. A module for the connection of spliced ​​cables.

2. The splice platform is a sectional view of the individual cable splice sections. The module further includes a patch section for fixing a plurality of corresponding adapters thereto. a plurality of internal cables corresponding to each of the splice regions and each of the adapters; and each of the internal cable assemblies is connected to the corresponding A first end of the cable is positioned in the splice area and is coupled to the corresponding adapter. and a second end having a cable connection terminal.

3. The splice platform is a sectional view of the individual cable splice sections. The cable fixing section further includes a plurality of cable fixing sections corresponding to each other. each of which is routed to a corresponding individual cable splice section. The module of claim 1 configured to secure an external cable.

4. a splice platform configured to be positioned within the housing, The splice platform includes a plurality of splice trays, Each has a splice area for accommodating a splice between two cables, A module for splice cable connection, movably fixed to the rice platform. Rule.

5. Each of the splice trays is adapted to operate independently of the other splice trays. The module of claim 4 which is removable from the rice platform.

6. Each of the splice trays is adapted to operate independently of the other splice trays. The module of claim 4 , which is rotatable within the rice platform.

7. The splice platform includes a plurality of splice trays each corresponding to one of the splice trays. The module further comprises a patch section for fixing the port holder of the splice. A plurality of internal cable adapters corresponding to each of the trays and each of the port holders. each of the internal cable assemblies further comprising a corresponding splice a first end positioned within the stray and an adapter in the corresponding port holder; and a second end having a cable connection terminal for coupling to said module. Ru.

8. a splice module configured to be positioned within the housing, The rice module includes a first cable fixing portion fixed to a first cable and a second cable fixing portion fixed to a second cable. a second cable fixing portion fixed to the cable; and a first cable and a second cable fixing portion fixed to the cable. a cable routing section for routing the first cable within the splice module; a splice protector tube surrounding the splice between the cable and the second cable; A splice unit for connecting a splice cable, comprising a splice protection pipe holding portion for holding the splice protection pipe. to.

9. A first cable grommet and a first watertight seal between the first cable and the housing. a first cable grommet stopper for providing a cable grommet; a second cable grommet; a second cable grommet providing a second watertight seal between a second cable and the housing; The splice unit of claim 8 , further comprising a stopper.

10. The first watertight seal is between the first cable grommet stopper and the housing. The second watertight seal is formed by compressing the first cable grommet. The second cable grommet is inserted between the second cable grommet stopper and the housing.

10. The splice unit of claim 9 formed by compressing a met.

11. The splice unit of claim 8 further comprising the housing.

12. The housing includes a first housing having a first body with an opening for the first cable. a second housing portion having a second body with an opening for the second cable; The splice unit of claim 11 comprising:

13. The first housing portion includes a catch, and the second housing portion includes a lever and a latch. the lever movably attaches the latch to the second body and the first housing The body portion and the second housing portion are adapted to engage the catch and the latch with each other. By moving the lever to position and secure the catch to the latch. The splice unit of claim 12 , wherein the splice units are configured to mate with each other.

14. At least one of the first housing portion or the second housing portion includes an O-ring. The splice unit according to claim 12 .

15. The housing includes: a first body having a first plurality of openings including an opening for the first cable; A first housing portion; a second body having a second plurality of openings including an opening for the second cable; A second housing portion; The splice unit of claim 11 comprising:

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