Wiring base structures and fiber optic components

Abstract

To provide a wiring base structure and an optical fiber component that can change the position of wiring with minimal cost and time even if movement occurs after the wiring is completed. [Solution] In a wiring base structure 10 having a bottom surface 11, an outer peripheral surface 12, an upper surface 13, a cutout 14, and an accommodating groove 15, the outer peripheral surface connects the bottom surface and the upper surface, the accommodating groove penetrates the outer peripheral surface, and the cutout extends from the upper surface to the accommodating groove.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a wiring base structure and an optical fiber component, and more particularly to a wiring base structure and an optical fiber component that allow the wiring position to be changed with minimal cost and time even if the wiring is moved after completion of wiring. [Background technology]

[0002] Fiber optic cables are becoming increasingly popular in the field of communication transmission because they have the advantages of being less susceptible to electromagnetic noise and having a wider transmission bandwidth than other communication cables. Furthermore, when transmitting signals to equipment via fiber optic cables, it is necessary to lay the fiber optic cables inside the building and wire them from the outside of the building's exterior wall to the equipment inside the home. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] However, laying optical fiber cables usually requires the services of a wiring contractor, which incurs additional wiring costs. Furthermore, it is necessary to coordinate the contractor's work schedule with the availability of an on-site witness. This requires time and effort. Furthermore, if the location of the optical fiber cable needs to be changed after the installation is complete, additional costs and time are required. This not only creates financial problems, but also makes it difficult for users, including on-site witnesses, to freely and efficiently change the cable layout. Therefore, it would be convenient if users could install the optical fiber cable themselves, and this is a future challenge. [Means for solving the problem]

[0004] In view of the above problems, the present invention has the following configuration. In a wiring base structure having a bottom surface, an outer peripheral surface, an upper surface, a cutout, and an accommodating groove, the outer peripheral surface connects the bottom surface and the upper surface, the accommodating groove penetrates the outer peripheral surface, and the cutout extends from the upper surface to the accommodating groove. In addition, the wiring base structure further includes a double-sided adhesive layer attached to the bottom surface.

[0005] The wiring base structure also includes a double-sided adhesive layer, which is attached to the outer peripheral surface.

[0006] The receiving groove has an inner surface, and the inner surface is circular.

[0007] The receiving groove has an inner surface, and the inner surface is rectangular.

[0008] The wiring base structure further includes a first tension member, which is positioned around the receiving groove.

[0009] The extending direction of the cut edge is perpendicular to the upper surface.

[0010] The cutout includes a first portion and a second portion connected to each other, the first portion extending vertically from the receiving groove to the upper surface, and the second portion and the first portion not being coplanar.

[0011] The second portion of the cut edge includes a first surface and a second surface, one ends of the first surface and the second surface being connected to the first portion, and the other ends of the first surface and the second surface extending at opposite inclines away from the bottom surface.

[0012] Further, the second portion of the cut edge includes a first surface and a second surface, one ends of the first surface and the second surface are connected to the first portion, and the first surface and the second surface are each an arc-shaped surface.

[0013] Also, in an optical fiber component having a wiring base structure and an optical fiber cable, the wiring base structure has a bottom surface, an outer periphery, an upper surface, a cutout, and a receiving groove; the outer circumferential surface connects the bottom surface and the top surface, the receiving groove extends through the outer circumferential surface, and the cutout extends from the top surface to the receiving groove; The optical fiber cable includes an outer coating layer, an optical transmission unit, and an optical fiber connector, the outer coating layer covering the outside of the optical transmission unit, the optical fiber cable being disposed in the accommodating groove, and the optical fiber connector being connected to the optical transmission unit. [Effects of the Invention]

[0014] In this way, users can fix the wiring base structure and the optical fiber components to the wiring path of the optical fiber cable by themselves, and then combine the optical fiber cable with the wiring base structure to wire the optical fiber cable by themselves.In addition, the operation method is simple, so users can operate it according to their needs, and they can wire and install the optical fiber cable connecting the communication devices by themselves, which improves convenience and freedom. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0015] [Figure 1] 1 is an exploded perspective view of a first embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 2] 1 is a perspective view showing a first embodiment of a wiring base structure of an optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 3] 1 is a cross-sectional view showing a first embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view showing a second embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 5] FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a third embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing a fourth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing a fifth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing a sixth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 9]FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing a seventh embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing an eighth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 11] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing a ninth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. [Figure 12] FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view showing a tenth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0016] Before describing the optical fiber components of the present application in detail in each embodiment, it should be noted that in the following description, the drawings of the present application are for schematic illustration purposes only, are not necessarily drawn to scale, and not all details are shown in the drawings.

[0017] Referring to Fig. 1, Fig. 1 is an exploded perspective view of a first embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. The optical fiber component of the present application includes a wiring base structure 10 and an optical fiber cable 20. The wiring base structure 10 provides a fixed wiring path for the optical fiber cable 20, and the optical fiber cable 20 is detachably housed within the wiring base structure 10 and can be integrated with the wiring base structure 10. This allows users to perform wiring work for the optical fiber cable 20 themselves.

[0018] Next, please refer to Figures 2 and 3. Here, Figure 2 is a perspective view showing a first embodiment of a wiring base structure of an optical fiber component of the present application, and Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view showing the first embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application.

[0019] The wiring base structure 10 has a bottom surface 11, an outer peripheral surface 12, an upper surface 13, a cutout 14, and a receiving groove 15. The outer peripheral surface 12 connects the bottom surface 11 and the upper surface 13, the receiving groove 15 extends over the entire outer peripheral surface 12, and the cutout 14 extends from the upper surface 13 to the receiving groove 15.

[0020] The optical fiber cable 20 includes an outer coating layer 21, an optical transmission unit 22, and an optical fiber connector 23. The outer coating layer 21 covers the optical transmission unit 22. The optical fiber connector 23 is connected to the optical transmission unit 22, and the optical fiber cable 20 is housed in the housing groove 15.

[0021] This allows the user to assemble the optical fiber cable 20 to the wiring base structure 10 by themselves. Then, by fixing the wiring base structure 10 to the wiring path of the optical fiber cable 20, the user can wire the optical fiber cable 20 according to the usage conditions and environmental conditions, allowing the user to use it for a wider variety of applications. In addition, since the operation method is simple and convenient, the user can easily complete the operation and does not need to incur extra expenses for hiring a wiring contractor, reducing the cost up to the start of use and increasing the user's freedom and willingness to install.

[0022] For clarity, the cuts 14 in the drawings of the wiring base structure 10 of the present application are exaggerated compared to the actual product. That is, in the actual product, the cuts 14 may be so small that they are invisible to the naked eye, and the size of the cuts 14 is not limited to that shown in the drawings.

[0023] The wiring base structure 10 is used to carry and position the fiber optic cables 20 within a wiring path. In some embodiments, the wiring base structure 10 is a unitary structure made of a flexible material. It can also be formed into a long strip structure for easy roll-up for storage (see FIG. 1 ) or can be cut to the desired length by the user (see FIG. 2 ).

[0024] In some embodiments, the wiring base structure 10 may be made from, but is not limited to, an engineering plastic material, a polymeric material, or a polymeric composite material. In some embodiments in which the wiring base structure 10 is made from a polymeric material, the wiring base structure 10 may be made from, but is not limited to, plastic, rubber, or fabric.

[0025] In some embodiments in which the wiring base structure 10 is made of a polymer composite material, the wiring base structure 10 may be made from a polymer composite material that further includes additives having, but not limited to, high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, or insulating functional properties.

[0026] 2 and 3, in some embodiments, the end faces of the wiring base structure 10 are substantially rectangular, and the direction in which the two opposing end faces of the wiring base structure 10 are connected is the length direction of the wiring base structure 10.

[0027] In this embodiment, the bottom surface 11 of the wiring base structure 10 is rectangular, and one end of the outer peripheral surface 12 is connected to the bottom surface 11 along the contour of the bottom surface 11. The top surface 13 is connected to the other end of the outer peripheral surface 12. Here, the accommodating groove 15 extends along the entire length of the outer peripheral surface 12, and a cut 14 leading from the top surface 13 to the accommodating groove 15 allows the optical fiber cable 20 to enter the accommodating groove 15 through the cut 14.

[0028] It should be noted that the external shape of the wiring-based structure 10 is not limited to the rectangular shape shown in the figures. In other embodiments, the external shape of the wiring-based structure 10 may depend on the applicable environment, space, or different needs. For example, the external shape may include, but is not limited to, a circle, a semicircle, a polygon, various geometric shapes, or a combination of various shapes.

[0029] 1, in some embodiments, the fiber optic cable 20 has an elongated external structure to facilitate being rolled up for storage, and can also be cut to a desired length by the user.

[0030] Referring to Figure 3, the outer coating layer 21 of the optical fiber cable 20 can be made of, but is not limited to, plastic, rubber, or other polymeric materials. In an embodiment, the outer coating layer 21 has a generally circular shape when viewed from the end, but is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the shape of the end face of the outer coating layer 21 can also be various shapes, such as a rectangle, an ellipse, or a generally circular polygon, as shown in Figure 4.

[0031] The following description will be made with reference to FIG. 4. Here, FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view showing a second embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. The optical transmission unit 22 of the optical fiber cable 20 of FIG. 4 includes an optical fiber core 221. The optical fiber core 221 can be tightly bundled optical fibers, loosely bundled optical fibers, semi-tightly bundled optical fibers, dyed optical fibers, ribbon optical fibers, micro-cluster optical fiber bundles, or any combination thereof. The optical fiber core 221 can be singular or plural. Here, the optical fiber core 221 can utilize optical transmission technology for signal transmission.

[0032] It should be noted that in some embodiments, the wiring base structure 10 and the fiber optic cable 20 may be made of transparent materials, thereby improving the aesthetics of the indoor wiring.

[0033] As described above, when a user wants to lay the optical fiber cable 20, the user can prepare the optical fiber component of the present invention and complete the work by himself.

[0034] The optical fiber component of the present application includes a wiring base structure 10 and an optical fiber cable 20. A user first fixes the wiring base structure 10 to the wiring path of the optical fiber cable 20, and then places the optical fiber cable 20 into the receiving groove 15 through the cutout 14 of the wiring base structure 10 to complete the wiring.

[0035] It should be noted that the optical fiber components can also be used in the following manner: First, the optical fiber cable 20 is placed in the receiving groove 15 through the cutout 14 of the wiring base structure 10, and then the wiring base structure 10 is fixed together with the optical fiber cable 20 in the wiring path of the laid optical fiber cable 20, thereby completing the wiring.

[0036] The following description will be given with reference to FIG. 5, which is a cross-sectional view showing a third embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. In some embodiments, the optical fiber component includes a double-sided adhesive layer 30 to facilitate fixing the wiring base structure 10 to the wiring position of the optical fiber cable 20. One side of the double-sided adhesive layer 30 is attached to the lower surface 11 of the wiring base structure 10. In this manner, a user can attach the other side of the double-sided adhesive layer 30 to the predetermined wiring path of the optical fiber cable 20, making the user's work easier.

[0037] The following description will be made with reference to FIG. 6, which is a cross-sectional view showing a fourth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. In some embodiments, one surface of the double-sided adhesive layer 30 is attached to the outer peripheral surface 12 of the wiring base structure 10 to make it easier to fix the wiring base structure 10 in different environments. In this way, the wiring base structure 10 together with the outer peripheral surface 12 can be attached to a predetermined wiring path of the optical fiber cable 20, making it easier to place the wiring base structure 10 in different environments.

[0038] In some embodiments, the wiring base structure 10 is not limited to having the double-sided adhesive layer 30 on only one of the bottom surface 11 or the outer peripheral surface 12. This will be described with reference to FIG. 7 , which is a cross-sectional view showing a fifth embodiment of an optical fiber component of the present application. In FIG. 7 , the wiring base structure 10 may have the double-sided adhesive layer 30 on both the bottom surface 11 and the outer peripheral surface 12. This allows the user to select the required double-sided adhesive layer 30 depending on the environment in which it is most convenient to apply the double-sided adhesive layer 30. Alternatively, the double-sided adhesive layers 30 may be applied to the wiring base structure 10 simultaneously, improving ease of use and flexibility in the application environment.

[0039] Referring back to Figure 3, in some embodiments, the receiving groove 15 of the wiring base structure 10 has an inner surface 151 that is circular in cross section so as to be suitable for an optical fiber cable 20 having a circular appearance, but is not limited to this.

[0040] In other embodiments, the inner surface 151 of the receiving groove 15 of the wiring base structure 10 can be rectangular (as shown in FIG. 4), polygonal, elliptical, or various other shapes to accommodate optical fiber cables 20 having other external shapes.

[0041] The following description will be made with reference to Fig. 8, which is a cross-sectional view showing a sixth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. In some embodiments, the wiring base structure 10 further includes a first tension body 16, which is positioned around the receiving groove 15, to prevent the optical fiber cable 20 of the optical fiber component from being damaged by organisms other than humans (rats, insects) depending on the environment of the wiring location. In these embodiments, the first tension member 16 is made of glass fiber, aromatic polyamide fiber, or fiber reinforced plastic (FRP).

[0042] In some embodiments in which the first tensile member 16 is glass fiber, the glass fiber not only increases the ability of the wiring base structure 10 to withstand tension, but also prevents the wiring base structure 10 from being broken by a living organism biting the first tensile member 16. In other words, when the glass fiber breaks, it becomes lodged in the mouth of the biting animal, causing discomfort to the rodent or other animal, which naturally stops the rodent or other animal from continuing to bite the fiber optic cable 20, thereby providing a protective and deterrent effect for the fiber optic cable 20.

[0043] 7, in some embodiments, to prevent the optical fiber cable 20 of the optical fiber component from being damaged by non-human creatures (rats, insects) in the wiring environment, the optical fiber cable 20 further includes a second tension body 24, which is positioned around the optical transmission unit 22, and an outer coating layer 21 covers the second tension body 24. Therefore, even if the wiring base structure 10 does not include the first tension body 16, the optical fiber cable 20 can be protected. As described above, in some embodiments in which the first tension member 16 is provided within the wiring base structure 10, the effect of protecting the optical fiber cable 20 can be obtained even if the optical fiber cable 20 does not have a second tension member 24.

[0044] In some embodiments in which the optical fiber cable 20 includes the second tension member 24, the effect of protecting the optical fiber cable 20 can be obtained even if the wiring base structure 10 does not include the first tension member 16. Therefore, the above-described embodiments can be selected according to the actual usage situation.

[0045] Next, reference will be made to FIG. 9 , which is a cross-sectional view showing a seventh embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application. Referring to FIG. 9 , it should be noted that the optical fiber component is not limited to only providing the first tension body 16 on the wiring base structure 10 or only providing the second tension body 24 on the optical fiber cable 20. In some embodiments, the optical fiber component includes the first tension body 16 and the second tension body 24. This allows the wiring base structure 10 to be protected by the first tension body 16, and the optical fiber cable 20 housed within the wiring base structure 10 to be simultaneously protected by the first tension body 16 and the second tension body 24, thereby achieving a dual protection effect.

[0046] Furthermore, when the optical fiber core 221 transmits signals, the transmission loss value of the optical fiber core 221 is the highest, and the maximum transmission loss value of the optical fiber core 221 refers to the minimum standard of the transmission efficiency of the optical fiber core 221. In other words, when the light transmission efficiency of the optical fiber core 221 is greater than the maximum transmission loss, the optical fiber cable 20 can be used normally. Conversely, if the optical transmission efficiency of the optical fiber core 221 is less than the maximum transmission efficiency, the optical fiber cable 20 is determined to be unusable and will break down.

[0047] Therefore, based on the above, the wiring base structure 10, the first tension member 16, the outer coating layer 21, and the second tension member 24 each protect the optical fiber core 221 from damage caused by excessive lateral pressure, excessive bending, and excessive pulling.

[0048] In other words, the optical fiber core 221 can withstand lateral pressure, bending, tension, etc. through the wiring base structure 10, the first tension member 16, the outer coating layer 21, and the second tension member 24, further ensuring that the optical transmission efficiency of the optical fiber core 221 can always be maintained greater than the minimum transmission efficiency.

[0049] The wiring base structure 10, the first tension member 16, the outer coating layer 21, and the second tension member 24 also provide multi-layer protection to prevent rodent and insect bites, allowing the fiber optic components to be used more widely in harsh environments. 2 to 9. In some embodiments, the wiring base structure 10 is made of a flexible material, and the direction of extension of the cut edge 14 is perpendicular to the upper surface 13. That is, the cut edge 14 of the wiring base structure 10 extends between the upper surface 13 and the receiving groove 15 in a direction perpendicular to the upper surface 13 .

[0050] In these embodiments, a user can apply force to both sides of the cutout 14 of the wiring base structure 10 to open the cutout 14 before inserting the fiber optic cable 20. Here, since the cross-sectional area of ​​the cutout 14 is small, the fiber optic cable 20 is less likely to slip out of the cutout 14, ensuring the stability of the fiber optic component.

[0051] Referring now to Figure 10, which is a cross-sectional view of an eighth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application, in some embodiments, the cut end 14 of the wiring base structure 10 includes a first portion 141 and a second portion 142 that are connected together. The first portion 141 extends from the receiving groove 15 in a direction perpendicular to the top surface 13, and the second portion 142 is not coplanar with the first portion 141.

[0052] This increases the opening range of the cutout 14 on the upper surface 13, improving the convenience of inserting the optical fiber cable 20 into the receiving groove 15 through the cutout 14. It is noted that the cutout 14 extends from the upper surface 13 to the receiving groove 15. That is, the wiring base structure 10 is provided with the cutout 14 so that both sides are separated.

[0053] 10 and 11, in some embodiments where the second portion 142 and the first portion 141 of the cutout 14 are not coplanar, the second portion 142 of the cutout 14 includes a first surface 1421 and a second surface 1422. One end of the first surface 1421 is connected to the first portion 141 of the cutout 14. Here, FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view showing a ninth embodiment of the optical fiber component of the present application.

[0054] In these embodiments, the first surface 1421 and the second surface 1422 are not parallel to each other. That is, in some embodiments in which the second portion 142 of the cut edge 14 is not coplanar with the first portion 141, the first surface 1421 extends in a direction perpendicular to the top surface 13, and the extension direction of the second surface 1422 is inclined relative to the extension direction of the first surface 1421, as shown in FIG. 10 , although the present invention is not limited in this respect.

[0055] 11 can also be used in some embodiments in which second portion 142 and first portion 141 of cutout 14 are not on the same plane. The extension directions of first surface 1421 and second surface 1422 are each inclined with respect to top surface 13, and the other ends of first surface 1421 and second surface 1422 extend apart as they move away from bottom surface 11. This makes second portion 142 of cutout 14 a tapered opening that gradually widens compared to first portion 141, facilitating the installation of optical fiber cable 20.

[0056] In some embodiments where the second portion 142 and the first portion 141 of the cut 14 are not coplanar, the first surface 1421 and the second surface 1422 are not limited to being flat, and in some embodiments, the first surface 1421 and the second surface 1422 may each be an arc-shaped surface, as shown in FIG. 12 .

[0057] Therefore, when the optical fiber cable 20 enters the accommodating groove 15 from the cutout 14, wear on the outer coating layer 21 that may occur when the optical fiber cable 20 comes into contact with the first surface 1421 and the second surface 1422 can be reduced, thereby ensuring the life of the optical fiber cable 20. 4, in some embodiments, the inner surface 151 of the receiving groove 15 of the wiring base structure 10 is rectangular, and is therefore suitable for the optical fiber cable 20 whose outer coating layer 21 is rectangular.

[0058] In these embodiments, the first surface 1421 and the second surface 1422 of the second portion 142 of the cutout 14 extend in opposite directions. The inner surface 151 has four sides 1511, each of which is not parallel to the bottom surface 11, the outer periphery 12, or the top surface 13, and the inner surface 151 connects the cutout 14 at a corner where two adjacent sides 1511 are connected. As a result, when the optical fiber cable 20 having a rectangular outer coating layer 21 enters the storage groove 15 through the cut 14, the cut 14 is guided to extend and enter the storage groove 15 so that its corner faces the cut 14, thereby allowing the user to insert the optical fiber cable 20 into the wiring base structure 10 with one hand, improving usability. [Explanation of symbols]

[0059] 10 Wiring base structure 11 Bottom 12 Outer surface 13 Top side 14 Cut 141 First Part 142 Second Part 1421 First Side 1422 Second Side 15 Storage groove 151 Inside 1511 Side 16 First tension member 20 Fiber Optic Cable 21 Outer coating layer 22 Optical transmission unit 221 Optical fiber core wire 23 Fiber Optic Connector 24 Second tension member 30 double-sided adhesive layer

Claims

1. A wiring base structure having a bottom surface, an outer periphery, an upper surface, a cutout, and a receiving groove, wherein the outer periphery connects the bottom surface and the upper surface, the receiving groove penetrates the outer periphery, and the cutout extends from the upper surface to the receiving groove. A wiring base structure characterized by:

2. The wiring base structure further includes a double-sided adhesive layer attached to the bottom surface.

2. The wiring base structure according to claim 1.

3. The wiring base structure includes a double-sided adhesive layer, and the double-sided adhesive layer is attached to the outer periphery.

2. The wiring base structure according to claim 1.

4. The receiving groove has an inner surface, and the inner surface is circular.

2. The wiring base structure according to claim 1.

5. The receiving groove has an inner surface, and the inner surface is rectangular.

2. The wiring base structure according to claim 1.

6. The wiring base structure further includes a first tension member, and the first tension member is positioned around the receiving groove.

2. The wiring base structure according to claim 1.

7. The extension direction of the cut edge is perpendicular to the upper surface.

2. The wiring base structure according to claim 1.

8. The cutout includes a first portion and a second portion connected to each other, the first portion extending from the receiving groove to the upper surface along a vertical direction, and the second portion and the first portion are not coplanar.

2. The wiring base structure according to claim 1.

9. The second portion of the cut edge includes a first surface and a second surface, one ends of the first surface and the second surface being connected to the first portion, and the other ends of the first surface and the second surface extending at opposite inclines away from the bottom surface.

9. The wiring base structure according to claim 8.

10. The second portion of the cut edge includes a first surface and a second surface, one end of the first surface and one end of the second surface are connected to the first portion, and the first surface and the second surface are each an arc-shaped surface.

9. The wiring base structure according to claim 8.

11. In a wiring base structure and an optical fiber component having an optical fiber cable, the wiring base structure has a bottom surface, an outer periphery, an upper surface, a cutout, and a receiving groove; the outer circumferential surface connects the bottom surface and the top surface, the receiving groove extends through the outer circumferential surface, and the cutout extends from the top surface to the receiving groove; The optical fiber cable includes an outer coating layer, an optical transmission unit, and an optical fiber connector, the outer coating layer covering the outside of the optical transmission unit, the optical fiber cable being disposed in the receiving groove, and the optical fiber connector being connected to the optical transmission unit. A fiber optic component comprising:

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