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Lug assembly
Assignee: TE Connectivity Corp
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Filing: 1971-11-22
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Granted: 1973-06-05
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Expires: 1991-11-22
Abstract
Abstract This invention relates to a lug assembly and more particularly to a bar having one or more tapered passageways therein to receive a partly deformable connector in which is emplaced the end of a cable to be joined to the lug assembly. Further this invention relates to a tool for inserting the connector into the bar as well as for removing the same therefrom.
Inventors
- 👤 N Hoffman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 15:20
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R4/00; H01R4/10; H01R43/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
103 words
A lug assembly for retaining a cable which comprises: a connector having two deformable webs and two jaws having tapered surfaces, each of said jaws positioned between and integrally attached to said webs, said webs and said jaws defining a bore adapted to receive said cable; and a bar having a passageway, said passageway being defined by two grooves and two lands having tapered surfaces, each of said lands positioned between said two grooves, said passageway adapted to removably receive said cable-bearing connector, said grooves receiving said webs and said lands receiving said jaws and causing said jaws to be depressed radially inwardly.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
103 words
A lug assembly for retaining a cable which comprises: a connector having two deformable webs and two jaws having tapered surfaces, each of said jaws positioned between and integrally attached to said webs, said webs and said jaws defining a bore adapted to receive said cable; and a bar having a passageway, said passageway being defined by two grooves and two lands having tapered surfaces, each of said lands positioned between said two grooves, said passageway adapted to removably receive said cable-bearing connector, said grooves receiving said webs and said lands receiving said jaws and causing said jaws to be depressed radially inwardly.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
The connector of claim 1 wherein each of said at least two webs include two outwardly converging legs, each leg attached to a side of said jaw and being joined at a point removed therefrom.
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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) | 1976-06-04 | 1976-12-04 | 1977-06-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-06-04 | 1980-12-04 | 1981-06-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-06-04 | 1984-12-04 | 1985-06-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |