US4042878A
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Multi-conductor cable testing system with track-mounted sockets for accommodating the cable connectors
Assignee: FASTTEST Co
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Filing: 1976-10-15
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Granted: 1977-08-16
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Expires: 1996-10-15
Abstract
Abstract A cable testing apparatus for multi-conductor cables including a test fixture for mechanically securing the cable to be tested. A plurality of tracks within the test fixture accommodates connectors of selected width. A control box which has a test lamp for each conductor energizes both the lamps and the conductors through a jumper cable for providing a continuity check through the tested conductors.
Inventors
- 👤 Roger W. Peterson
- 👤 Arthur W. Kordes
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 21:20
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01R; G01R31/00; G01R31/50; G01R31/58; G01R31/52; G01R31/54
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
115 words
A cable testing system for testing multi-conductor cables of selected width comprising, a test fixture having mechanical stability and having a plurality of tracks therein adapted for mounting cable connectors of selected width and having at least a first pair of sockets mounted in and moveable along said tracks for mating to a test pair of connectors of a multi-conductor cable to be tested, and a control box having a multiplicity of test lamps therein, means for energizing said test lamps on command, electrical jumper means connecting said test lamps to said first pair of sockets whereby conductors of a multi-conductor cable to be tested may be energized and tested for continuity through said lamps.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
115 words
A cable testing system for testing multi-conductor cables of selected width comprising, a test fixture having mechanical stability and having a plurality of tracks therein adapted for mounting cable connectors of selected width and having at least a first pair of sockets mounted in and moveable along said tracks for mating to a test pair of connectors of a multi-conductor cable to be tested, and a control box having a multiplicity of test lamps therein, means for energizing said test lamps on command, electrical jumper means connecting said test lamps to said first pair of sockets whereby conductors of a multi-conductor cable to be tested may be energized and tested for continuity through said lamps.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said first pair of sockets is mounted in said tracks by means of cable connector hardware retainable in said tracks.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
12 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said tracks are parallel and linear.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said test lamps are divided into two groups corresponding odd and even conductors in a multi-conductor cable and said means for energizing test lamps on command includes a switch for selectively energizing odd and even lamps.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
36 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein each of said tracks has a cross-shaped cross-section with transverse and longitudinal dimensions, the transverse dimension accomodating a nut and the longitudinal dimension accomodating a screw passing through the nut.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
35 words
The apparatus of claim 5 wherein said test fixture comprises a plurality of elongated, parallel aligned bars, with each bar having two sides, each of which defines half of a cross-shaped cross-section for said tracks.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus of claim 6 wherein parallel alignment of said bars is maintained by opposed end members rigidly securing each bar in position.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
25 words
The apparatus of claim 7 wherein the cross section of each bar includes screw detents for passage of screws in common with said end members.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
38 words
The apparatus of claim 7 wherein said end members have a trapezoidal shape with a wide base and a narrower apex, said wide base adapted for contact with a flat surface, thereby promoting stability of said test fixture.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said electrical jumper means includes a second pair of sockets.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
26 words
The apparatus of claim 10 wherein said electrical jumper means further includes a pair of jumper cables connected between said first and second pairs of sockets.
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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) | 1980-08-15 | 1981-02-14 | 1981-08-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-08-15 | 1985-02-14 | 1985-08-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-08-15 | 1989-02-14 | 1989-08-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |