Lumen Technologies. has filed a patent for a handheld tool designed to efficiently remove a wire from within an optical cable without damaging other components. The tool includes a base, blade, and cable support extension to guide the cable towards the blade for easy wire removal. GlobalData’s report on Lumen Technologies gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Handheld tool for removing wire from optical cable
A newly filed patent (Publication Number: US20240036285A1) describes a handheld tool designed for removing wires from optical cables efficiently. The tool includes a base with a channel for the blade, a blade attached at a specific angle for optimal cutting, and a cable support extension to guide the cable towards the blade. The design allows users to advance the optical cable along the tool's axis, facilitating wire removal with precision.
Additionally, the tool features grip extensions for comfortable handling, a gap to guide the removed wire away from the blade, and a second channel on the cable support extension for enhanced wire removal. The patent also outlines a method for using the tool, emphasizing the step-by-step process of disposing the cable, advancing it along the channel, and cutting the wire with the blade. The apparatus described in the patent aims to streamline the wire removal process from optical cables, offering a practical solution for professionals in the field.
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