US3671921A
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Multi-contact electrical connector
Assignee: TE Connectivity Corp
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Filing: 1970-10-28
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Granted: 1972-06-20
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Expires: 1990-10-28
Abstract
Abstract Multi-contact Connector Assembly comprises plug and receptacle which contain matable contact terminals. Both plug and receptacle comprise a molded plastic shell member and a molded insert having contact cavities therein, terminals being contained in the insert cavities.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles Edward Baker
- 👤 Albert Casciotti
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 09:11
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/46; H01R13/502; H01R13/516; H01R13/58; H01R13/595
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
193 words
An electrical connector assembly comprising first and second connector parts which are engageable with, and disengageable from, each other, each of said parts comprising: a connector shell and a connector insert, said shell and said insert having rectangular cross-sections, said shell comprising a hollow molding which is open at each end thereof, a plurality of shoulders on the internal surface of said shell facing in one direction, a pair of lances on the internal surface of said shell, said lances being directed in the direction opposite to said one direction, said connector insert being disposed in said shell and having an integral collar extending thereabout intermediate its ends, one side of said collar being against said shoulders, and said lances being against the other side of said collar, and a two part conductor shield on one of said connector parts, said shield extending from the rearward end of said one connector part, one part of said shield comprising a channel section fitted over, and bonded to, said one connector part, and the other part of said shield being removably secured to said one connector part and to said one part of said shield.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
193 words
An electrical connector assembly comprising first and second connector parts which are engageable with, and disengageable from, each other, each of said parts comprising: a connector shell and a connector insert, said shell and said insert having rectangular cross-sections, said shell comprising a hollow molding which is open at each end thereof, a plurality of shoulders on the internal surface of said shell facing in one direction, a pair of lances on the internal surface of said shell, said lances being directed in the direction opposite to said one direction, said connector insert being disposed in said shell and having an integral collar extending thereabout intermediate its ends, one side of said collar being against said shoulders, and said lances being against the other side of said collar, and a two part conductor shield on one of said connector parts, said shield extending from the rearward end of said one connector part, one part of said shield comprising a channel section fitted over, and bonded to, said one connector part, and the other part of said shield being removably secured to said one connector part and to said one part of said shield.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-06-20 | 1975-12-20 | 1976-06-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-06-20 | 1979-12-20 | 1980-06-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-06-20 | 1983-12-20 | 1984-06-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |