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Telephonic equipment distribution panel assembly
Assignee: Siemon Co
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Filing: 1973-01-16
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Granted: 1974-11-05
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Expires: 1993-01-16
Abstract
Abstract There is disclosed a telephonic distribution panel assembly supported on a three-sided frame. The frame comprises three flat side members positioned with respect to each other so as to form a support having a triangular cross section the support having a plurality of terminal connecting blocks thereon.
Inventors
- 👤 T Mclain
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 03:27
CPC Classifications
H; H04; H04Q; H04Q1/00; H04Q1/02; H04Q1/14; H04Q1/143
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
120 words
A telephonic equipment distribution panel assembly for use inside a building, the combination comprising: a base member supported on the floor of the building; an upright, central post supported on said base member; a plurality of triangular shaped support members coupled to said post by means of radial arms, said support members being spaced along said post; each of the sides of one of said support members lying in the same substantially vertical plane as one of the sides of another of said support members; three flat mounting members, each coupled to a respective pair of coplanar sides of said support members; and a plurality of terminal connecting blocks secured to each of said mounting members in spaced, side-by-side rows.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
120 words
A telephonic equipment distribution panel assembly for use inside a building, the combination comprising: a base member supported on the floor of the building; an upright, central post supported on said base member; a plurality of triangular shaped support members coupled to said post by means of radial arms, said support members being spaced along said post; each of the sides of one of said support members lying in the same substantially vertical plane as one of the sides of another of said support members; three flat mounting members, each coupled to a respective pair of coplanar sides of said support members; and a plurality of terminal connecting blocks secured to each of said mounting members in spaced, side-by-side rows.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
An assembly as defined in claim 1 which additionally contains a plurality of plug-ended cables.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
97 words
An assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein said terminal connecting blocks comprises a plurality of clip-type connector elements arranged in spaced side-by-side rows of terminals in a connector block, said elements comprising a plurality of connectors joined together at a base portion, each said connector comprising a pair of electrically conductive elongated elements having opposing free ends and integral with said base section for supporting said free ends, said base section biasing said free ends toward one another, said elongated elements comprising a pair of mutually opposed edges for shearing insulation from a conductor inserted therebetween.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
An assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein a plurality of wire strand supporting means are mounted above and beneath said connecting blocks.
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) | 1977-11-04 | 1978-05-06 | 1978-11-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-11-04 | 1982-05-06 | 1982-11-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-11-04 | 1986-05-06 | 1986-11-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |