US3733577A
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Electrical two-part connectors
Assignee: Bunker Ramo Corp
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Filing: 1971-02-16
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Granted: 1973-05-15
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Expires: 1991-02-16
Abstract
Abstract An improved two-part connector of which one part has one or more bayonet pins while the other part is fitted with a coupling ring adapted to telescope over the one part. The coupling ring has an internal annular groove which receives an annular spring strip in the form of a band having one or more pairs of spring jaws facing forwardly of the coupling ring, the spring jaws being adapted to snap over the bayonet pin or pins of the one part when the two parts are mated.
Inventors
- 👤 P Hammond
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 02:47
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/62; H01R13/627; H01R13/6278; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S285/00; Y10S285/921; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/45; Y10T24/45225; Y10T24/45602; Y10T24/45607
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
103 words
A first connector part for receiving a mating second connector part having at least one radially directed projection thereon, said first part comprising a cylindrical body and a coupling ring coaxial with and rotatable on said body, said coupling ring enclosing at least one pair of axially extending jaws adapted to receive and retain said projection when said first and second connector parts are brought together, said coupling ring having an annular forward portion which provides a shroud for said jaws, and at least one aperture in said forward portion through which said projection is observable when said connector parts are brought together.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
103 words
A first connector part for receiving a mating second connector part having at least one radially directed projection thereon, said first part comprising a cylindrical body and a coupling ring coaxial with and rotatable on said body, said coupling ring enclosing at least one pair of axially extending jaws adapted to receive and retain said projection when said first and second connector parts are brought together, said coupling ring having an annular forward portion which provides a shroud for said jaws, and at least one aperture in said forward portion through which said projection is observable when said connector parts are brought together.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
99 words
A first connector part for receiving a mating second connector part having at least one radially directed projection thereon, said first part comprising a cylindrical body, a coupling ring carried thereon and coaxial therewiTh, having an annular internal groove, intersected by at least one axial internal groove extending from said annular groove to the outer end of said coupling ring, and a spring received in said groove, said spring having at least one axially-opening jaw thereon adapted to receive and retain said radially directed projection when said connector parts are mated, said jaw being received in said axial groove.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
99 words
A first connector part for receiving a mating second connector part having at least one radially directed projection thereon, said first part comprising a cylindrical body, a coupling ring carried thereon and coaxial therewiTh, having an annular internal groove, intersected by at least one axial internal groove extending from said annular groove to the outer end of said coupling ring, and a spring received in said groove, said spring having at least one axially-opening jaw thereon adapted to receive and retain said radially directed projection when said connector parts are mated, said jaw being received in said axial groove.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
The invention as defined in claim 2, wherein the spring is of normal curvature less than that of said groove, so that when fitted therein it exerts outward force.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
50 words
The invention as defined in claim 2, wherein said jaw consists of a pair of opposed members defining a flared mouth with its large end toward the outer end of said coupling ring, and its smaller end opening into a first aperture of interrupted circular outline larger than said projection.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
The invention as defined in claim 4, wherein said coupling ring includes a second aperture radially aligned with said first aperture, through which said projection is observable when said connector parts are brought together.
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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) | 1976-05-14 | 1976-11-13 | 1977-05-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-05-14 | 1980-11-13 | 1981-05-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-05-14 | 1984-11-13 | 1985-05-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |