Adapter assembly for fiber optic connectors

摘要

An adapter assembly (10) is provided for holding two individual fiber optic connectors (12) in generally parallel side-by-side alignment. The assembly includes a body (32) having a pair of through passages (34) adapted for holding the fiber optic connectors (12) in a substantially side-by-side relationship when the connectors are inserted axially into the passages (34). The body (32) substantially entirely surrounds the connectors (12). Complementary interengaging latches (44,46) are provided between the body (32) and each fiber optic connector (12) for latching the connectors in the passages (34) automatically in response to the insertion the connectors thereinto. The latches (44,46) are configured to afford lost motion between the body (32) and each fiber optic connector (12) to provide floating motion between the connectors and the body.