Optoelectric module

An optoelectric module comprising:

• a molded, radially symmetrical cylindrical ferrule defining an optical axis and having a first end constructed to receive an optical fiber aligned along the optical axis and a second end;
• a molded optical element engaged in the cylindrical ferrule between the first end and the second end and positioned to convey light along the optical axis;
• a flex lead affixed adjacent the second end of the cylindrical ferrule for providing external connections to the optical component;
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• an optical component mounted on the flex lead so that light conveyed along the optical axis is directed through the optical element along the optical axis from the optical component to the optical fiber or from the optical fiber to the optical component.

An optoelectric module comprising:

• a molded, radially symmetrical cylindrical ferrule defining an optical axis and having a first end constructed to receive an optical fiber aligned along the optical axis and a second end;
• a molded optical element engaged in the cylindrical ferrule between the first end and the second end and positioned to convey light along the optical axis;
• a flex lead molded into the radially symmetrical cylindrical ferrule adjacent the second end of the cylindrical ferrule for providing external connections to the optical component;
• and
• an optical component mounted on the flex lead so that light conveyed along the optical axis is directed through the optical element along the optical axis from the optical component to the optical fiber or from the optical fiber to the optical component.