generally , a fiber optic connector having at least one wafer , wherein the wafer holds at least one optical fiber , is provided . the wafer includes a retractable shroud , a body to receive the retractable shroud , and at least one biasing member . the biasing member is capable of being biased when the wafer contacts a corresponding mating wafer to cause the shroud to retract . in one specific detailed perspective and embodiment of the invention , the wafer as stated further includes the retractable shroud having a door that preferably opens outwardly and at least one ferrule that holds the optical fiber , where the ferrule is provided with an alignment pin . the biasing member includes a first biasing member , a second biasing member and a third biasing member . the first biasing member is capable of being biased to cause the alignment pin of the ferrule to open the door of the retractable shroud . the second biasing member is capable of being biased to cause the retractable shroud to be received by the body . and the third biasing member is capable of being biased to cause the retractable shroud and the body to accommodate variable wipe length .