Patent ID: 8215848
Filing Date: 2012-07-10
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
1. A method for providing an improved interconnection between an optical fiber and an optical package, the optical package including a feed through tube extending from a main body, the main body configured to contain at least one optical component, said method comprising: inserting an end of the fiber through the feed through tube and into the main body of the optical package, a portion of the fiber proximate the end being metalized; attaching the metalized portion of the fiber proximate an optical component within the main body of the optical package, a portion of the metalized fiber remaining within the feed through tube; inserting a stopping device into the feed through tube; melting solder within the feed through tube, in an area between the stopping device and the main body of the optical device, the area containing metalized fiber; compressing the melted solder using the stopping device; removing the stopping device from the feed through tube after the solder has solidified; and attaching a jacket associated with the optical fiber within the feed through tube.