Patent ID: 6095696
Filing Date: 2000-08-01
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
A device for optical connection of an optical fibre with another optical element, for example a lens comprising a substantially sleeve-shaped retainer for fixing the optical fibre in a predetermined position in relation to reference surfaces on the retainer, said reference surfaces comprising an end surface on the retainer at which the end surface of the optical fibre is intended to be positioned, and further comprising a connector element having engagement surfaces adapted to engage the reference surfaces of the retainer for defining the position of the retainer and thereby the optical fibre in relation to the device, in which the engagement surfaces of the connector element comprises an engagement surface adapted to engage the end surface of the retainer, characterized in that the engagement surface of the connector element, which is adapted to engage the end surface of the retainer is constituted by a funnel-shaped surface tapering in the direction from the end surface of the retainer.