Method and apparatus for breaking an optical fiber

Details Method and apparatus for breaking an optical fiber Method and apparatus for breaking an optical fiber

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B26D 1/00 (2006.01) G02B 6/25 (2006.01)

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CA 1217461

ABSTRACT: A method of breaking an optical fiber comprises the steps of surrounding the fiber with elastomeric material in the region of the desired break location and then compressing the elastomeric material towards the axis of the fiber. When the material is compressed, it grips the fiber so that the fiber and the material cannot move relative to each other. Compression of the material also results in elongation of the material so that the fiber is placed in tension and fractures at the desired break point. An apparatus for carrying out the processes is also disclosed.

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