Patent ID: 6467980
Filing Date: 2002-10-22
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
An optical fiber endface cleaner comprising:a base section having a well capable of holding a solvent material; a cover having an aperture, the cover designed for mating connection with the base such that the cover holds a wipe in place between the cover and base with the wipe accessible through the aperture in the cover and with the wipe available to receive solvent from the well; an absorber located within the well of the base wherein the absorber is positioned to provide fluid contact between the wipe and the solvent within the well; and a hinged lid that rests atop the cover and substantially reduces the escape of vapors from solvent in the well when the cleaner is not in use wherein the cover includes an annular section that supports the lid, the annular section including an inside diameter, the inside diameter being tapered to stretch and hold the wipe in place when the cover is placed over the wipe and in contact with an annular section of the base.