Ferrule holding structure for optical connector component

摘要

Disclosed is an optical connector component (31) comprising a ferrule (2) for receiving an end portion of a core optical fiber of a fiber optic cable, a flange (32) mounted on the peripheral of the ferrule (2), and a one-piece plug frame (33) for floatingly supporting the ferrule (2) having the flange (32) mounted thereon. The flange (32) and the plug frame (33) are provided with respective engagement portions (37,50) that are mutually engaged. The flange (32) has such resiliency that it is reduced in diameter by a radial and inward force exerted through the engagement portions (37,50) when the ferrule (2) is inserted into the plug frame (33) from one end thereof and the flange (32) is restored to the original condition present before the insertion when the engagement portions (37,50) are mutually engaged. <IMAGE>