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Electrical edge connector
Assignee: TE Connectivity Corp
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Filing: 1981-06-26
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Granted: 1983-05-24
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Expires: 2001-06-26
Abstract
Abstract An electrical connector comprising two inner members movably positioned between the legs of a U-shaped outer member with the facing surfaces of the inner members and legs having cooperating, passage-forming grooves in which conductors may be positioned. Upon driving the connector onto an edge of a metallic framework, the inner members are driven outwardly against the legs to crimp conductors which may be positioned in the passages. Teeth on the inwardly facing surfaces of the inner members are adapted to grip the edge to hold the connector thereon.
Inventors
- 👤 James L. Mixon, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 09:54
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R4/00; H01R4/58; H01R4/64; H01R4/646
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
136 words
An electrical connector mountable on an edge of a metallic framework for grounding electrical cables thereto, the connector being characterized by having: a. a pair of inner members with each having an elongated finger, with the finger having a plurality of grooves spaced along one surface; b. a U-shaped outer member with each leg thereon having a plurality of grooves spaced along the inside surfaces; and c. means for movably mounting the inner members in between the legs on the outer member with the grooves facing and cooperating with the grooves on the legs to form passages so that upon driving the connector onto an edge with the edge in between the two inner members, the inner members are forced outwardly towards the legs whereby conductors which may be positioned in the passages are crimped therein.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
136 words
An electrical connector mountable on an edge of a metallic framework for grounding electrical cables thereto, the connector being characterized by having: a. a pair of inner members with each having an elongated finger, with the finger having a plurality of grooves spaced along one surface; b. a U-shaped outer member with each leg thereon having a plurality of grooves spaced along the inside surfaces; and c. means for movably mounting the inner members in between the legs on the outer member with the grooves facing and cooperating with the grooves on the legs to form passages so that upon driving the connector onto an edge with the edge in between the two inner members, the inner members are forced outwardly towards the legs whereby conductors which may be positioned in the passages are crimped therein.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
68 words
The electrical connector of claim 1 wherein the inner members include a flange extending perpendicular to the finger and having a notch in the free end and the means for movably mounting the inner members within the U-shaped outer member includes first means positioned in the bight of the outer member and extending through the notches and second means movably mounted on the first means behind the flanges.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
The electrical connector of claim 2 wherein the first means includes a setscrew and the second means include an O-ring.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
39 words
The electrical connector of claim 1, 2 or 3 further including teeth on the surface opposite the grooved surface on the inner members, said teeth being adapted to grip the edge of the framework to hold the connector thereon.
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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) | 1986-05-23 | 1986-11-22 | 1987-05-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-05-23 | 1990-11-22 | 1991-05-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-05-23 | 1994-11-22 | 1995-05-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |