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Stepped pin potted filter assembly
Assignee: TE Connectivity Corp
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Filing: 1979-03-16
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Granted: 1981-05-12
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Expires: 1999-03-16
Abstract
Abstract A filter assembly is disclosed having the capability of mating at opposite ends with electrical contacts of different dimensions. The subject assembly also allows the filter to be mounted in an aperture of a panel with minimal risk of damage to the filter.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert D. Hollyday
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 19:56
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/66; H01R13/719; H01R13/7197; H03; H03H; H03H1/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
173 words
A stepped pin potted filter assembly comprising: a pin having a stepped profile along the length thereof starting with a first mating end portion of a large diameter, a filter mounting portion of an intermediate diameter joined to said first mating end portion by a first annular step, and a rear end portion of small diameter joined to said filter mounting portion by a second annular step; a cylindrical filter member having a bore receiving therein said intermediate diameter portion of said pin with an end of said filter member abutting against said first annular step; a profiled cylindrical eyelet having a first portion closely fitting over said filter member and an enlarged second portion to the rear thereof defining a blind cavity; a sleeve having a bore receiving therein said rear end portion of said pin and extending at least partially into said blind cavity, said sleeve having an outer diameter greater than said first mating end portion of said pin; and potting material filling said blind cavity defined by said eyelet.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
173 words
A stepped pin potted filter assembly comprising: a pin having a stepped profile along the length thereof starting with a first mating end portion of a large diameter, a filter mounting portion of an intermediate diameter joined to said first mating end portion by a first annular step, and a rear end portion of small diameter joined to said filter mounting portion by a second annular step; a cylindrical filter member having a bore receiving therein said intermediate diameter portion of said pin with an end of said filter member abutting against said first annular step; a profiled cylindrical eyelet having a first portion closely fitting over said filter member and an enlarged second portion to the rear thereof defining a blind cavity; a sleeve having a bore receiving therein said rear end portion of said pin and extending at least partially into said blind cavity, said sleeve having an outer diameter greater than said first mating end portion of said pin; and potting material filling said blind cavity defined by said eyelet.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
A stepped pin potted filter assembly according to claim 1 wherein: said enlarged portion of said eyelet includes means for mounting said assembly in an aperture.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
A stepped pin potted filter assembly according to claim 2 wherein: said mounting means comprises an annular step formed in said enlarged portion of said eyelet.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
34 words
A stepped pin potted filter assembly according to claim 1 wherein: said sleeve has an annular restriction in said bore, said annular restriction engaging a step of said pin to position said sleeve thereon.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
A stepped pin potted filter assembly according to claim 1 wherein: said potting material is selected from the group consisting of epoxy, polyurethane and silicone rubber.
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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) | 1984-05-11 | 1984-11-10 | 1985-05-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-05-11 | 1988-11-10 | 1989-05-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-05-11 | 1992-11-10 | 1993-05-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |