US3760342A
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Terminal construction for electrical conductors
Assignee: Emerson Electric Co
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Filing: 1971-09-17
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Granted: 1973-09-18
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Expires: 1991-09-17
Abstract
Abstract A terminal for coupling electrical conductors formed of different materials and arranged in confronting, overlapping relation comprises a body formed of elastomeric, non-conductive material encircling at least one of the conductors and bearing against another of the conductors, the body containing a plurality of discrete, electrically conductive particles responsive to compression of the body to establish an electrically conductive path between the conductors. Force applying means acts on the body via a force distributing member which overlies a substantial portion of the length of the body so as to apply sufficient compressive force to the body to render the latter conductive.
Inventors
- 👤 R Prouty
- 👤 H Bear
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 15:25
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/02; H01R13/22; H01R13/24; H01R13/2407; H01R13/2414
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 15
Claim 1
Independent Claim
139 words
A terminal construction for coupling a plurality of electrical conductors, said construction comprising a first conductor; at least one other conductor spaced from said first conductor; a body of elastomeric, deformable, non-conductive material encircling and engaging a portion of at least one of said conductors and having a portion thereof interposed between said conductors and in engagement with said first and said other conductors, said body having a plurality of discrete, electrically conductive particles contained therein, said particles being responsive to compressive deformation of said portion of said body to establish an electrically conductive path between said conductors; and force applying means acting on at least one of said conductors and urging the latter toward the other of said conductors under a force sufficient to compress said portion of said body and establish said conductive path between said conductors.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
139 words
A terminal construction for coupling a plurality of electrical conductors, said construction comprising a first conductor; at least one other conductor spaced from said first conductor; a body of elastomeric, deformable, non-conductive material encircling and engaging a portion of at least one of said conductors and having a portion thereof interposed between said conductors and in engagement with said first and said other conductors, said body having a plurality of discrete, electrically conductive particles contained therein, said particles being responsive to compressive deformation of said portion of said body to establish an electrically conductive path between said conductors; and force applying means acting on at least one of said conductors and urging the latter toward the other of said conductors under a force sufficient to compress said portion of said body and establish said conductive path between said conductors.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein said conductors are composed of different materials.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
14 words
The construction set forth in claim 2 wherein one of said conductors includes copper.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
14 words
The construction set forth in claim 2 wherein one of said conductors includes aluminum.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein said body comprises a sleeve.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
24 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein said body has a plurality of openings therein for the accommodation of said plurality of conductors.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
34 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein the number and size of said particles contained in said body are such that said body is non-conductive in the absence of externally applied compressive force.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
22 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein said force applying means acts on said one of said conductors through said body.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
20 words
The construction set forth in claim 8 including force distributing means interposed between said force applying means and said body.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
37 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein one of said conductors is substantially circular in cross-section and the other of said conductors is quadrangular in cross-section and confronts one side of said one of said conductors.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
31 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein said force applying means bears against that side of said one of said conductors opposite the side thereof which confronts said other conductor.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
31 words
The construction set forth in claim 11 including force distributing means interposed between said force applying means and said one of said conductors and overlying a substantial portion of said body.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
35 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein said body is formed of a non-porous, air and moisture impervious material to prevent exposure of the encircled portion of said one of said conductors to atmosphere.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
40 words
The construction set forth in claim 1 wherein said body has a plurality of spaced apart bores therein corresponding in number and shape to the number and shape of said conductors, each of said bores accommodating one of said conductors.
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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) | 1976-09-17 | 1977-03-19 | 1977-09-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-17 | 1981-03-19 | 1981-09-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-17 | 1985-03-19 | 1985-09-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |