Optical fiber connector with weatherproof lantern ring

A female fiber optic connector having a weatherproof collar disposed rearward of a connection port opening that receives a fiber optic plug, a cable assembly including the female fiber optic connector, and a method of manufacturing the same. The female fiber optic connector includes an actuator, such as a rocker latch arm disposed below the weatherproof collar for releasing or securing an external fiber optic plug receivable in the connection port, etc. The weatherproof collar protects the actuator, such as the rocker latch arm and surrounding areas, from ingress of dirt, debris, moisture, etc. into the connector. One or more end caps may be used with the weatherproof collar. The weatherproof collar allows for a reinforced fiber optic connector having a quick connection and release mechanism for the external fiber optic plug connector mating with the female fiber optic connector. 母光纤连接器以及包括所述母光纤连接器的电缆组件及其制造方法，所述母光纤连接器具有设置在接纳光纤插头的连接端口开口的后方的防风雨套环。所述母光纤连接器包括致动器，诸如设置在所述防风雨套环下方的用于释放或固定可接纳在所述连接端口中的外部光纤插头的摇杆闩锁臂等。所述防