US3579173A
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Underground cable tap connector
Assignee: Fargo Mfg Co Inc
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Filing: 1969-12-23
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Granted: 1971-05-18
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Expires: 1989-12-23
Abstract
Abstract A tap for connecting a line to a cable in an underground application without removing the insulation from the cable and which will provide a moistureproof seal at the point of connection of the tap to the cable.
Inventors
- 👤 Richard G Greener
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 18:39
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R4/00; H01R4/24; H01R4/2404; H01R4/2408; H01R11/00; H01R11/11; H01R11/20
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
105 words
A tap for connecting a line to a cable in which said tap includes an electrically conducting body portion, a piercing point formed on said body portion, an insulation coating covering said tap, pressure means for pressing said cable and said tap together and said piercing point through said insulation coating and the insulation of said cable to provide a firm mechanical and electrical connection between said cable and said tap with the insulation coating of said tap surrounding said piercing point embedded thereby in the insulation of said cable, and a cavity formed in said body portion for receiving an end of said line.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
105 words
A tap for connecting a line to a cable in which said tap includes an electrically conducting body portion, a piercing point formed on said body portion, an insulation coating covering said tap, pressure means for pressing said cable and said tap together and said piercing point through said insulation coating and the insulation of said cable to provide a firm mechanical and electrical connection between said cable and said tap with the insulation coating of said tap surrounding said piercing point embedded thereby in the insulation of said cable, and a cavity formed in said body portion for receiving an end of said line.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
A tap for connecting a line to a cable in accordance with claim 1 in which a first surface of said body portion is arcuate to embrace said cable and said piercing point is provided thereon.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
A tap for connecting a line to a cable in accordance with claim 2 in which gripping members project from said tap substantially in the arc of said first surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
33 words
A tap for connecting a line to a cable in accordance with claim 3 in which two piecing points are formed on said first surface projecting radially away therefrom in the same plane.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
68 words
A tap for connecting a line to a cable in accordance with claim 2 in which a second surface is provided on said tap on the opposite side thereof as said first surface and said pressure means includes a circular strap provided to surround said tap and said cable and embrace said second surface and means are provided to decrease the diameter of the circle of said strap.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
36 words
A tap for connecting a line to a cable in accordance with claim 5 in which gripping members project from said tap substantially in the arc of said first surfacE forming a saddle for said strap.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
39 words
A tap for connecting a line to a cable in accordance with claim 6 in which a neck of said body portion projects at an angle from the plane of said first surface and said cavity is formed therein.
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) | 1974-05-17 | 1974-11-16 | 1975-05-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-05-17 | 1978-11-16 | 1979-05-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-05-17 | 1982-11-16 | 1983-05-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |