FAN-OUT ASSEMBLIES AND FIBER OPTIC ASSEMBLIES INCLUDING FIBER MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE FOR FURCATIONS

摘要

Fiber management structures for fan-out assemblies that are used to furcate a fiber optic cable are disclosed, as are fiber optic assemblies with fiber management structures and related methods. The fiber management structures each include channels extending between opposed first and second ends. A plurality of fan-out tubes are received in the plurality of channels such that the fiber management structure organizes the fan-out tubes, thereby allowing a compact furcation body to be formed even when furcating high fiber count cables.

主权项

1. A fan-out assembly, comprising:
a plurality of fan-out tubes each comprising an inner tube, a layer of strength members surrounding the inner tube, and an outer protective tube; and a fiber management structure having opposed first and second ends, a base wall and plurality of channels extending between the first and second ends, and a plurality of holes extending through the base wall, the plurality of holes communicating with the plurality of channels; wherein the plurality of fan-out tubes are secured in and extend from the plurality of channels, and further wherein the strength members of the plurality of fan-out tubes extend through the plurality of holes.