US3846742A
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Quick demountable load tap changer terminal
Assignee: General Electric Co
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Filing: 1973-08-02
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Granted: 1974-11-05
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Expires: 1993-08-02
Abstract
Abstract A quick demountable clamp-type electrical connector of cylindrical shape for use in a high voltage environment where space is limited such as that which occurs at the connection between a load tap changer and its associated power transformer. The connector has an opening at one end, offset from the longitudinal centerline of said connector, which mates with a male terminal. This offset opening permits the use of a clamping arrangement that results in a quick demountable compact unitary connector with a relatively smooth projection free exterior surface which produces relatively low voltage stresses in a high voltage environment.
Inventors
- 👤 R Ettinger
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 13:03
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/02; H01R13/193; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T403/00; Y10T403/53; Y10T403/535
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
152 words
A clamp-type electrical connector for connecting a cable to a male electrical terminal comprising: a. an elongated metal cylinder having a longitudinal axis, and having a cylindrical end adapted to receive a cable; b. said cylinder having a cylindrical opening at an end opposite from the cable end, said opening having a longitudinal axis that is generally parallel to and displaced a substantial distance from the longitudinal axis of said cylinder, said axis of said cable end being parallel to said axis of said cylindrical opening; c. a longitudinally extending slot between said opening and the exterior of said cylinder dividing a region of said connector into two portions; and d. clamping means attached to and connected between said two portions of said cylinder for the purpose of bringing said two portions closer together thereby reducing the dimensions of said opening, and clamping said electrical connector to a mating male electrical terminal.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
152 words
A clamp-type electrical connector for connecting a cable to a male electrical terminal comprising: a. an elongated metal cylinder having a longitudinal axis, and having a cylindrical end adapted to receive a cable; b. said cylinder having a cylindrical opening at an end opposite from the cable end, said opening having a longitudinal axis that is generally parallel to and displaced a substantial distance from the longitudinal axis of said cylinder, said axis of said cable end being parallel to said axis of said cylindrical opening; c. a longitudinally extending slot between said opening and the exterior of said cylinder dividing a region of said connector into two portions; and d. clamping means attached to and connected between said two portions of said cylinder for the purpose of bringing said two portions closer together thereby reducing the dimensions of said opening, and clamping said electrical connector to a mating male electrical terminal.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
A clamp-type electrical connector as defined in claim 1 wherein the clamping means are contained wholly within the outer surface of said clamp-type electrical connector.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
A clamp-type electrical connector as defined in claim 1 wherein the end adapted to receive a cable is of the type that can be crimped onto said cable.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
66 words
A clamp-type electrical connector as defined in claim 1 wherein said clamping means comprises at least one bolt, having a threaded end and a head end, the threaded end of said bolt being screwed into one portion of said connector to the point where the head of said bolt engaged the remaining portion of said connector and forces both portions together to the desired clamped position.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
18 words
A clamp-type electrical connector as defined in claim 4 wherein said clamping means comprises a multiplicity of bolts.
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 |