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US3824526A
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Positive stop high voltage connector
Assignee: TE Connectivity Corp
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Filing: 1973-01-31
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Granted: 1974-07-16
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Expires: 1993-01-31
Abstract
Abstract The disclosure relates to a high voltage connector which includes a cylindrical insulator provided with a radial flange having an outer portion in the form of an O-ring molded thereon, the insulator and a mating receptacle providing positive stop means in the movement of the mating elements to prevent undue strain against and breaking of the flange. The disclosure also describes a threaded cap rotatable about the insulator and cooperating with threads on the receptacle for fastening them together, the insulator having a stop member for preventing removal of the cap. There is also provided a washer of low friction material between the cap and a ferrule on the insulator to avoid rotation of the ferrule while threading the cap onto the receptacle.
Inventors
- 👤 D Glover
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 14:51
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/46; H01R13/53
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
137 words
A high voltage separable electrical connector including a pair of separable contact members, a receptacle carrying one of said contacts, a separate cylindrical insulating member for mating with said receptacle and carrying the other contact, said insulating member being integrally provided with a substantially radially extending flange thereabout, the peripheral portion of the flange being outwardly curved to have the shape of the outer periphery of an O-ring, cooperating means on the insulating member and receptacle for moving them axially into mating relation, said cooperating means including a ferrule surrounding the insulating member having an outwardly tapering end portion inwardly thereof for receiving the curved flange portion for placing it under compression, and stop means on the ferrule for limiting its axial movement relative to the insulating to limit compression of the flange to a predetermined maximum.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
137 words
A high voltage separable electrical connector including a pair of separable contact members, a receptacle carrying one of said contacts, a separate cylindrical insulating member for mating with said receptacle and carrying the other contact, said insulating member being integrally provided with a substantially radially extending flange thereabout, the peripheral portion of the flange being outwardly curved to have the shape of the outer periphery of an O-ring, cooperating means on the insulating member and receptacle for moving them axially into mating relation, said cooperating means including a ferrule surrounding the insulating member having an outwardly tapering end portion inwardly thereof for receiving the curved flange portion for placing it under compression, and stop means on the ferrule for limiting its axial movement relative to the insulating to limit compression of the flange to a predetermined maximum.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
A high voltage electrical connector as set forth in claim 1 wherein said receptacle includes a funnel shaped portion at one end thereof adjacent said threaded portion for receiving said curved flange portion therewithin.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
62 words
A high voltage connector as set forth in claim 1 wherein said cooperating means is a threaded portion at one end of said receptacle and a threaded cap for mating with said threaded portion, said threaded cap surrounding said ferrule and flange and having means for forcing said ferrule and flange toward said receptacle upon threading said cap onto said threaded portion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
38 words
A high voltage electrical connector as set forth in claim 3 further including cap stop means on said insulating member positioned rearwardly of said cap, whereby said cap is locked between said flange and said cap stop means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
35 words
A high voltage electrical connector as set forth in claim 3 wherein said receptacle includes a funnel shaped portion at one end thereof adjacent said threaded portion for receiving said O-ring curved flange portion therewithin.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
38 words
A high voltage electrical connector as set forth in claim 5 further including cap stop means on said insulating means positioned rearwardly of said cap, whereby said cap is locked between said flange and said cap stop means.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
31 words
A high voltage electrical connector as set forth in claim 3 further including a washer of a material having a low coefficient of friction positioned between said cap and said ferrule.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
38 words
A high voltage electrical connector as set forth in claim 7 further including cap stop means on said insulating means positioned rearwardly of said cap, whereby said cap is locked between said flange and said cap stop means.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
22 words
A high voltage electrical connector as set forth in claim 5 further including a washer positioned between said cap and said ferrule.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
38 words
A high voltage electrical connector as set forth in claim 9 further including cap stop means on said insulating means positioned rearwardly of said cap, whereby said cap is locked between said flange and said cap stop means.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-07-15 | 1978-01-14 | 1978-07-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-07-15 | 1982-01-14 | 1982-07-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-07-15 | 1986-01-14 | 1986-07-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |