| 摘要 |
<p>A device for splicing multiple optical fibers includes a novel splice element (18) having two plates (74,76) formed from a sheet of aluminum material, there being a fold line in the sheet forming a hinge, the two plates being folded toward one another to define opposing surfaces. One of the opposing surfaces has several fiber receiving grooves therein, parallel with the fold line. The aluminum is anodized prior to embossing the fiber receiving grooves. The element is inserted into the slot (26) of a splice body formed of an injection moldable material. The splice body (10) may be reinforced by insert molding a steel tube (126) therein, surrounding the slot (26).</p> |
