Patent ID: 6422765
Filing Date: 2002-07-23
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
Modular apparatus for packaging and interfacing a planar photodetector having opposed planar surfaces with a terminal end of an optical fiber fixed within an elongated ferrule, said apparatus comprising, in combination:a) an elongated pin of conductive composition; b) a first planar surface of said photodetector being fixed to one end of said pin; c) a generally-cylindrical, substantially-hollow housing of conductive composition including opposed first and second end portions; d) a terminal portion of said pin extending within a first end portion of said housing; e) said elongated ferrule extending within said second end portion of said housing; f) the longitudinal axis of said ferrule and said elongated pin being aligned with the longitudinal axis of said housing whereby a terminal end of said fiber is aligned with a terminal end of said pin within said housing; g) said fiber extending axially exteriorly of said housing; and h) the second planar surface of said photodetector being in electrical connection with said housing.