US3577496A
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Method of making a sealed electrical connecting device
Assignee: TE Connectivity Corp
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Filing: 1968-03-21
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Granted: 1971-05-04
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Expires: 1988-03-21
Abstract
Abstract A SEALED ASSEMBLY IS PROVIDED AND COMPRISES A MEMBER FORMED OF THERMOPLASTIC MATERIAL HAVING MEMORY CHARACTERISTICS. AN OPENING EXTENDS THROUGH THE MEMBER FOR RECEIVING AN ELECTRICAL CONTACT, WHICH CONTACT IS SEALED IN PLACE BY INTERNAL FORCES WITHIN THE THERMOPLASTIC MEMBER. ADDITIONAL MEANS ARE PROVIDED FOR SURROUNDING THE MEMBER AND FOR PROVIDING A SEAL THEREBETWEEN DUE TO THERMAL EXPANSION OF THE MEMBER.
Inventors
- 👤 Norman Edwin Hoffman
Bibliographic Details
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Jurisdiction
US
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2026-10-25 06:01
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/46; H01R13/502; H01R13/5025
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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) | 1974-05-03 | 1974-11-02 | 1975-05-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-05-03 | 1978-11-02 | 1979-05-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-05-03 | 1982-11-02 | 1983-05-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |