US3794958A
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High voltage connector
Assignee: TE Connectivity Corp
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Filing: 1972-06-19
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Granted: 1974-02-26
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Expires: 1992-06-19
Abstract
Abstract The disclosure relates to a high voltage connector, capable of being installed in the field, which displays minimal corona problems. The connector includes a pressure seal at both the wire-connector interface and the male connector-female connector interface with the elimination of voids or air pockets during assembly. The connector is installed without requirement for adhesion, potting or bonding and thereby eliminates the need for extreme process controls.
Inventors
- 👤 D Glover
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 05:58
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/46; H01R13/53
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
106 words
A high voltage connector comprising, an elongated rigid hollow tubular insulator, for housing a connector secured to an insulated conductor extending into the housing from one end thereof, a resilient sleeve abutting one end of the insulator for surrounding the insulated conductor, means for forcing the sleeve axially against said end of the insulator while confining its periphery to compress it into sealing engagement with the insulated conductor, a resilient boot about the insulator having an end wall substantially covering the free end wall of the insulator, and means for compressing said boot axially while confining its periphery to press it into engagement with the insulator.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
106 words
A high voltage connector comprising, an elongated rigid hollow tubular insulator, for housing a connector secured to an insulated conductor extending into the housing from one end thereof, a resilient sleeve abutting one end of the insulator for surrounding the insulated conductor, means for forcing the sleeve axially against said end of the insulator while confining its periphery to compress it into sealing engagement with the insulated conductor, a resilient boot about the insulator having an end wall substantially covering the free end wall of the insulator, and means for compressing said boot axially while confining its periphery to press it into engagement with the insulator.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
46 words
A high voltage connector as in claim 1, wherein the means for forcing the sleeve axially while confining its periphery comprises a rigid tubular member surrounding the sleeve and a threaded plug cooperating with threads on the tubular member abutting an end wall of the sleeve.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
107 words
A high voltage connector as in claim 2 wherein the boot is provided with a radially outwardly extending flange at its end opposite said end wall for abutting the end of the tubular member, the means for compressing the boot while confining its periphery comprising, a tubular housing about said rigid tubular member and flange and a threaded plug member surrounding the boot and abutting said end wall and flange, said plug cooperating with threads on the tubular housing for relative movement with respect thereto to compress the boot against the outer surface of the insulator and its flange against the end wall of the tubular member.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US2297828A
Cited
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-02-25 | 1977-08-27 | 1978-02-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-02-25 | 1981-08-27 | 1982-02-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-02-25 | 1985-08-27 | 1986-02-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |