US Patent 7226220 Clamshell packaging structure

Packaging for optical components. A package for packaging multiple fiber optical components can include a bottom portion comprising at least two cavities. The cavities can include a first cavity that is sized and configured to receive a first fiber optic component, and a second cavity that is sized and configured to receive a different fiber optic component. The package can also include a lid portion. The lid can be secured in a closed position with the bottom portion. The cavity can receive a first optical component and a second optical component. The package can also include identification information integrated with at least one of the bottom portion and the lid portion for describing the package or a component held within the package.