Fiber optic diversion connector

A diversion connector for mating with an optical fiber of an associated fiber optic transmission means, the fiber extending along an optic axis, comprising:

• a body having an end face for mating with the associated fiber optic transmission means, the end face of the body traversing said optic axis;
• a fiber section mounted in the body and including a front fiber end and a rear fiber end, the front fiber end being adapted for mating with an end of the optical fiber of the associated fiber optic transmission means, and the rear fiber end being at an angle to the optic axis to prevent light energy transmitted by said optical fiber from being reflected back toward the fiber and to protect an operator's eyes from the transmitted light energy;
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• seal means for hermetically sealing the rear fiber end of said fiber section, wherein said seal means forms a substantially spherical lens.