Locking device for connectors
Abstract
Abstract A locking device for connector adapted to be locked by fitting projections formed on both sides of a male connector housing in engaging holes formed in locking arms connected to the side walls of a female connector housing, characterized in that each of the side walls of said female connector housing comprises a riser portion, and a raised supporting portion and a lower non-supporting portion which are integrally connected, respectively, to both sides of the riser portion, and each of said locking arms comprises a connecting riser portion, and an unlocking lever and a locking plate portion which are integrally connected, respectively, through the connecting riser portion to both sides thereof, said unlocking lever extending above and away from said supporting portion, said locking plate portion extending above and away from said non-supporting portion, said locking plate portion comprising an unlocking force transmitting portion integrally connected thereto as an extension of the unlocking lever. This locking device is further characterized in that the connecting riser has a cutaway portion formed therein.
Inventors
- 👤 Takashi Ishii
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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) | 1993-05-07 | 1993-11-06 | 1994-05-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1997-05-07 | 1997-11-06 | 1998-05-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2001-05-07 | 2001-11-06 | 2002-05-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |