US4418982A
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Splice organizer
Assignee: Phillips Cables Ltd
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Filing: 1981-02-17
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Granted: 1983-12-06
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Expires: 2001-02-17
Abstract
Abstract A splice organizer useful in fibre optics. The organizer has plates and each plate receives a length of fibre having a splice formed in it. The fibre lengths are retained on each plate. There are suspension points on each plate. A chassis of spaced side members and cross members extending between the side members is positioned to receive the suspension points on the plates. The organizer is relatively cheap to make and easy and efficient to use.
Inventors
- 👤 Gary S. Williams
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 08:35
CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02B; G02B6/00; G02B6/24; G02B6/255; G02B6/2553; G02B6/2551; G02B6/44; G02B6/4439; G02B6/444; G02B6/4452; G02B6/44526; G02B6/4453; G02B6/4454; G02B6/4455
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
177 words
A splice holder comprising: a chassis defined by side members spaced from each other, first cross members raised above the side members and spaced from each other and second cross members positionable above the first cross members; a plurality of plates to be received between the side members of the chassis and to receive a length of fibre containing a splice; retaining means associated with each plate to hold a length of spliced fibre against the plate; first suspension means at each end of each plate so a plate may be suspended from the first cross members of the chassis to lie substantially vertically in a first position; second suspension means at each end of each plate so each plate can be suspended from the second cross members to lie substantially vertically in a second position, above the first position; a raised periphery for each plate to protect a length of fibre held against the plate by the retaining means; and at least one break in the periphery to permit the fibre to pass through the periphery.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
177 words
A splice holder comprising: a chassis defined by side members spaced from each other, first cross members raised above the side members and spaced from each other and second cross members positionable above the first cross members; a plurality of plates to be received between the side members of the chassis and to receive a length of fibre containing a splice; retaining means associated with each plate to hold a length of spliced fibre against the plate; first suspension means at each end of each plate so a plate may be suspended from the first cross members of the chassis to lie substantially vertically in a first position; second suspension means at each end of each plate so each plate can be suspended from the second cross members to lie substantially vertically in a second position, above the first position; a raised periphery for each plate to protect a length of fibre held against the plate by the retaining means; and at least one break in the periphery to permit the fibre to pass through the periphery.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
50 words
A holder as claimed in claim 1 in which the second cross members are pivotally mounted so that they may be pivoted from a rest position, where they cannot support the plates, to a useful position where they stand above the first cross members to permit suspension of the plates.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
A holder as claimed in claim 1 in which there are breaks at each end of the periphery of each plate.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
A splice holder as claimed in claim 1 in which each plate comprises a flat, transparent plastic sheet.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
43 words
A splice holder as claimed in claim 1 in which the retaining means comprises flexible strips attached to the bottom periphery of each plate and extending across the plate to act as retaining means for the length of spliced fibre on the plate.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
30 words
A splice holder as claimed in claim 5 in which the upper periphery of each plate is formed with small recesses to receive the free ends of the flexible strips.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
114 words
A splice holder as claimed in claim 1 in which the upper periphery of each plate is formed by an upper peripheral portion extending along the upper edge of the plate and slightly beyond the ends of the plate; indents to act as the second suspension means formed on the underside of the upper peripheral portion where it extends beyond the ends of the plate; the periphery at each side of the plate stopping short of the upper peripheral portion to form an inlet at one end and an outlet at the other end of the plate for the fibre; and indents to act as the first suspension means formed on each side periphery.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1986-12-05 | 1987-06-06 | 1987-12-06 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-12-05 | 1991-06-06 | 1991-12-06 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-12-05 | 1995-06-06 | 1995-12-06 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |