A small form factor, multi-fiber connector having the footprint of a LC connector for high density applications is disclosed. A multi-fiber ferrule, which may or may not be stacked, is received in the front end of the housing. A spring member is disposed within the housing for axially urging the multi-fiber...http://www.google.de/patents/US6259856?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6259856 - Small form factor multi-fiber optical connectors and methods for making same