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US3833754A
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Grounding connector for strand cable assembly
Assignee: SPX Technologies Inc
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Filing: 1973-04-23
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Granted: 1974-09-03
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Expires: 1993-04-23
Abstract
Abstract A cable grounding connector is disclosed which is adapted to be used with cable type SNM (Shielded Non-Metallic-Sheathed). The cable connector arrangement fulfills the ''''pullout'''' and equipment grounding conductor continuity requirements of the National Electrical Code. An adapter or connector body fits over the hub provided at one end of the intermediate body, or fitting, for the connector. This insures that a pair of flat plates or washers, which abut the hub, are effective to firmly clamp the strands of the grounding conductors.
Inventors
- 👤 R Philibert
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 22:09
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R4/00; H01R4/58; H01R4/64; H02; H02G; H02G3/00; H02G3/02; H02G3/06; H02G3/0616; H02G3/0625; H02G3/0666; H02G3/0675
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
159 words
A cable grounding connector having an inner end for placement adjacent a distribution panel or the like, said connector being adapted to surround a cable, which includes a plurality of grounding conductors, so as to provide grounding continuity and strain relief for the cable, comprising: a fitting formed by a continuous hollow body having a hub at either end and adapted to surround the cable, including said grounding conductors; a pair of metal rings adjoining the hub at the inner end of said fitting, which end is to be placed nearer than the other end to said distribution panel, for receiving between them the ends of said grounding conductors, each of said rings having a planar radial surface confronting the other; an adapter, engaging with the hub at the inner end of said fitting so as to surround said inner end and to firmly clamp said pair of rings, thereby to hold securely the ends of said grounding conductors.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
159 words
A cable grounding connector having an inner end for placement adjacent a distribution panel or the like, said connector being adapted to surround a cable, which includes a plurality of grounding conductors, so as to provide grounding continuity and strain relief for the cable, comprising: a fitting formed by a continuous hollow body having a hub at either end and adapted to surround the cable, including said grounding conductors; a pair of metal rings adjoining the hub at the inner end of said fitting, which end is to be placed nearer than the other end to said distribution panel, for receiving between them the ends of said grounding conductors, each of said rings having a planar radial surface confronting the other; an adapter, engaging with the hub at the inner end of said fitting so as to surround said inner end and to firmly clamp said pair of rings, thereby to hold securely the ends of said grounding conductors.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
A connector as defined in claim 1, in which each of said metal rings has planar radial surfaces at both ends thereof, and each has a fixed outer diameter.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
40 words
A connector as defined in claim 1, in which the hub at the inner end of the fitting has threads at the outer surface thereof; said adapter having a corresponding hub provided with engaging threads at the inner surface thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
47 words
A connector as defined in claim 1, in which the hub at the outer end of said fitting is provided with threads, and further comprising a bushing engaging said outer end hub, and a gland nut fitting over said bushing and engaging with said outer end hub.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
40 words
A connector as defined in claim 1, in which said metal rings are of equal diameter, both inner and outer, said outer diameter being substantially equal to the outer diameter of said hub at the inner end of said fitting.
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) | 1977-09-02 | 1978-03-04 | 1978-09-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-09-02 | 1982-03-04 | 1982-09-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-09-02 | 1986-03-04 | 1986-09-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |