Patent ID: 7036993
Filing Date: 2006-05-02
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
1. A pin retainer for a fiber optic connector including a ferrule having a front face defining at least one lengthwise hole for receiving a guide pin, the ferrule comprising a shank, a first shoulder portion rearward of the shank and a second shoulder portion rearward of the first shoulder portion and wherein the lateral cross-section of the frame is no larger than the lateral cross-section of the first shoulder portion, the pin retainer comprising: a generally planar frame defining an opening for positioning the pin retainer on the ferrule such that the frame is generally parallel to the front face; and at least one retaining tab extending inwardly from the frame for engaging the guide pin when the guide pin is inserted into the hole from the front face following assembly of the fiber optic connector and polishing of the front face of the ferrule.