Floating connector subassembly and connector including same

摘要: A connector subassembly (14) and related (10) that are configured to floatingly align tune mated ferrules disclosed. The includes a ferrle holder (34) plug housing (20) having an inner surface (50) with slanted or sloped alignment features, such as, for example, radially extending key (62). In embodiment, the ferrule assembly is hold (32) has outer defining groove axially. slidably disposed in groove. (34), (20), spring element (24) within urging direction axially toward rearward opening (58), crimp body (22) attached so as compress (24), boot (18) via about portion of optical fiber (30), tube (36) section (30) secured (34).