Traction limiting element for a fibre optic connection, patch cable and pigtail with this traction limiting element

摘要

The traction limiting element has receiving devices (2,6) equipped with receptacles for receiving and fixing of one or more optical fibers parallel to an axial direction. A connecting portion is provided for connecting the receiving devices. The connecting portion is configured such that the connection between the receiving devices is separable under the action of a predetermined tensile force. The receiving structures of receiving devices comprise a collet with one tongue (8). Independent claims are included for the following: (1) patch cord; and (2) pigtail.