Patent ID: 7264408
Filing Date: 2007-09-04
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
1. A modular optical device comprising: a lens block configured such that one or more lens pins can mechanically couple to the lens block and such that the lens block can mechanically couple to a molded package; a molded package mechanically coupled to the lens block, the molded package including at least one of a light source and a light detector, the molded package including a connection portion configured for direct electrical coupling to an external substrate; and at least one lens pin mechanically coupled to the lens block, the at least one lens pin for directing an optical signal between the at least one of a light source and a light detector and at least one corresponding external component, the at least one lens pin being substantially axially aligned with the at least one of the light source and the light detector such that the optical signal can travel in a generally straight line between the external component and the at least one of the light source and the light detector.